In case you missed the news on Saturday night, TNA Wrestling has announced that they'll be airing a special 3-hour live edition of TNA iMPACT! on Monday night, January 4th. The show will go head-to-head with WWE Raw for the first time ever.
TNA President Dixie Carter posted a message on her Twitter page with a comment that implies more moves like this are on the way. She wrote:
"Hogan to debut Jan 4 in a live 3 hr iMPACT! special up against Raw. How's that for a 1st shot? Spread the word."
I don't have this confirmed just yet but I was told by a reliable source tonight that WWE may be planning to counter TNA's three-hour special on January 4th with a three-hour special of their own. That means both shows would go head-to-head from 8-11EST on January 4th. Anyone think WWE doesn't care or think about TNA? Guess again.
I'll have more on this tomorrow but again this is NOT confirmed just yet.
The following are Facebook statuses talent have left on Umaga's passing:
John Bradshaw Layfield: Very saddened to hear about the death of Eddie Fatu (known as Umaga in WWE) we were tag team partners on some of my last few road trips with WWE, had a ball with Umaga and will miss my friend. Enjoy your friends and family, life is great, but it also can be too short. So don't miss a day, enjoy life today.
Samu Anoa'i: Thank you all. Rest in Peace My Cousin!! WE LOVE YOU
Abdullah The Butcher: Eddie "Ekmo" Fatu was a good caring man. he is now with the Lord in a much greater place. feel for his family but not for him as he is where we all can only hope to be. at peace.
Vito Lograsso: I truly have lost many guys in the Buss of Wrestling. 19 years worth. I hope what ever happened to Eddie, he is now in a place of peace. God only takes the best people. I am truly sad and hope this is a eye opener for all on Facebook. Enjoy your life and try to think of things in a positive way. If you have something b...othering you. No shame to call a friend. Makes you human. I am the first to admit life can be hard.
Travis Tomko: Eki you were so good to me, and knew me when I was just a BodyGaurd wanting to be a wrestler, you helped me so much, Now your gone? You were a easy going , fun loving, and a caring guy, and so very fun to be with! It was God's wish I suppose, but I wish I had said goodbye. I pray for your Wife, Junior (rikishi) and the rest of your family bro, I will help any way I can! You will be So Very Missed! I Love You Uce!
Unified Tag Team Champions Chris Jericho & Big Show def. Cryme Tyme The Hart Dynasty def. Eric Escobar in a Handicap Match Drew McIntyre def. Intercontinental Champion John Morrison Mickie James def. Beth Phoenix and Natalya in a Triple Threat Match to decide the No. 1 Contender to the Womens Championship Kane def. Mike Knox R-Truth def. CM Punk by disqualification
HAMPTON, Va. With WWE TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs just nine days away, all of SmackDown felt the destructive chaos and the uncontainable excitement being created by the earth-shattering new pay-per-view. (Full WWE TLC coverage)
World Heavyweight Champion Undertaker attempts to call-out Batista (PHOTOS | WATCH) After suffering Batistas brutal chair attack during his match with Chris Jericho one week ago, The Demon of Death Valley emerged to call-out his WWE TLC Chairs Match challenger. But, before he could get to the ring, The Animal launched another surprise attack on The Deadman from behind, wielding his steel weapon-of-choice ferociously as he unleashed an all out massacre upon The Phenom. He then raised the fallen Undertakers World Title high above his head, showcasing the full extent of his resolve to end his adversarys reign of terror at WWE TLC. (Match preview)
Earlier, SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long informed Batista that he would be facing Rey Mysterio next week in a Street Fight Match (watch preview), where there will be no rules. The two former friends have not stepped into the ring with each other since The Animal annihilated The Master of the 619 at Survivor Series (photos).
Unified Tag Team Champions Chris Jericho & Big Show def. Cryme Tyme (PHOTOS | WATCH) Just seconds after the self-proclaimed best at what he does tagged-in his gigantic partner in gold, The Worlds Largest Athlete leveled the emerging Shad with a devastating right jab, winning the match with single punch. The overwhelming victory sent shock waves through the WWE Universe and a strong statement to Jeri-Shows Tables, Ladders & Chairs Match opponents at WWE TLC, D-Generation X. (Match preview)
Drew McIntyre def. Intercontinental Champion John Morrison (Non-title) (PHOTOS | WATCH) Moments after yanking the unsuspecting Guru of Greatness into the exposed, metal ring support structure outside the ring, the Scottish Superstar picked up the biggest win of his career, reigning supreme over the Intercontinental Champion with his patented Double Underhook DDT. With the triumph, the ruthless combatant who was personally signed by Mr. McMahon thrusts himself into major title contention.
Mickie James def. Beth Phoenix and Natalya in a Triple Threat Match to decide the No. 1 Contender to the Womens Championship (PHOTOS | WATCH) As Womens Champion Michelle McCool and Layla sat ringside, Mickie James overcame both Beth Phoenix and Natalya to become the No. 1 Contender to the gold. After Natalya put Mickie in the Sharpshooter, The Fabulous Firebird grabbed the opportunity to execute a Glam Slam on the occupied Dungeon-trained Diva. But when Beth went for the victory, Mickie suddenly knocked her from the ring, capturing the huge win for herself, along with the hope of becoming the Womens Champion for the fifth time.
After the bell, a fed-up Mickie confronted Michelle, hurling the Champion back into her chair. This sparked a double-team attack by Michelle and Layla, which lit the fuse for an explosive rescue by the returning Maria.
R-Truth def. CM Punk by disqualification (PHOTOS | WATCH) Following the vicious Straightedge intervention by Luke Gallows, Punk and the Superstar formally known as Festus absolutely decimated R-Truth, with no regard for the match that had been taking place between the rapping Superstar and The Second City Saint.
Later, Luke Gallows spoke out about his straightedge transformation. (Watch)
The Hart Dynasty def. Eric Escobar in a Handicap Match (PHOTOS | WATCH) Official SmackDown Consultant Vickie Guerrero demanded an apology from her ex-boyfriend Eric Escobar for the humiliation that she had suffered one week ago. But when Escobar decided to ridicule her further, Guerrero used her power to put him in a Handicap Match against The Hart Dynasty as retribution. Though Escobar did the best he could, the explosive tag team specialists proved to be too much for him, finishing him off with The Hart Attack off the top rope. Afterward, Guerrero added insult to injury with a humiliating slap to her former beau.
Kane def. Mike Knox (PHOTOS | WATCH) Incensed by unrestrained rage, The Big Red Machine ripped through the sadistic Knox with a brutal chokeslam.
We can now unfortunately confirm that former WWE star Umaga (Eddie Fatu) has passed away. According to a source, he suffered a second heart attack while in the hospital. He was 36.
Details are sketchy at this point but he apparently fell asleep last night while watching television, and several hours later, his wife found him not breathing with blood coming out of his nose and he was rushed to the hospital.
The suspicion on cause of death is prescription pills, as Umaga was reportedly found bleeding from his nose and mouth when found by his wife. We obviously can't confirm that yet until toxicology reports come back in several weeks.
We're told his family was told to get into town and to the hospital right away. Family members were told they believe he suffered a heart attack. He was taken off life support earlier today.
WWE will be issuing a statement later today or this weekend.
Umaga was released from his WWE contract in June after failing WWE's Wellness Policy for the second time. At that time, he refused the company's wishes to send him to rehab. So sad. He was on the Hulkamania Tour in Australia that just concluded last weekend.
As noted earlier, several wrestlers have posted messages on Twitter regarding the death of former WWE superstar Eddie "Umaga" Fatu. Here's what some of them are saying:
Ken "Mr. Kennedy" Anderson: "Say a prayer for my boy Umaga"
D'Angelo Dinero / Elijah Burke: "Pope was informed many hours ago of my friend Umaga. Pope will not comment until the family speaks, neither should you. Prayer is key! ~ PHS"
Bobby Lashley: "Very sad day today. A good friend is gone."
**UPDATE #1**
The WWE website issued the following statement this evening:
Umaga passes Written: December 4, 2009
WWE would like to express its deepest condolences to Mr. Fatus family, friends and fans on his tragic passing. Mr. Fatu was under contract with WWE at various time periods and most recently performed under the name "Umaga." Mr. Fatu's contract was terminated on June 11, 2009.
**UPDATE #2**
Several wrestlers have expressed their condolences via Twitter in regards to the passing of Eddie "Umaga" Fatu. Here are a few:
* Shannon Moore: R.I.P Ecki....Mad love and respect. We will miss you and I will cherish the times we had together.
* Christopher Daniels: RIP Eddie Fatu. I'm glad I got to know you in the short time you were here.
* D'Angelo Dinero: This is rough, very rough. My heart and prayers goes out to Umaga's wife, his boys, and family.
* Allison Danger: RIP Umaga. I thank you for your kindness when we met. My heart aches for your family and my thoughts are with them in their time of need.
* Hurricane Helms: Heartbroken. No words.
* Jeremy Borash: RIP Eddie Fatu
* TNA Online: RIP Eddie Fatu
* Ken Anderson: go out and tear the house down. We both had something to prove that night and in my opinion: Mission Accomplished! Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Fatu family. Ecki absolutely adored his wife and was extremely proud of his children. I have so many amazing, funny, and heartwarming (sometimes gut wrenching belly-laughing) memories.
* Matt Hardy: Just landed in Shreveport to go to work tonight-I'm very saddened to hear about Ecky (Umaga) & his family-please keep them in your prayers.
**UPDATE #3**
Jim Ross noted in a blog post on his official website (JrsBarBQ.com) that Edward "Eddie" Fatu (a.k.a. "Umaga") had been removed from life support earlier today. This was obviously written before his passing this evening: "I was informed by someone who has spoken to a Fatu family member that Eddie has been removed from life support and his condition is obviously grave," Ross wrote. "Unfortunately, one can expect more bad news to be released imminently."
Fatu was reportedly found unconscious with a bloody nose late last night by his wife. He had been watching TV prior to being found. He had just returned from the Hulkamania tour overseas where I'm told he was "seemingly, healthy and doing well."
I learned this afternoon that members of his family were rushing to Houston to say their goodbyes before life support was turned off. I'm told he suffered a second heart attack earlier this afternoon while in the hospital. I'm told the first heart attack occurred late last night and a second occurred during the afternoon today while in the hospital.
**UPDATE #4**
I'm told that WWE is working with Fatu's family and there may be a service on Tuesday or Wednesday. A lot of the crew would be able to attend since SmackDown! is being taped in Houston, TX next week. RAW is being taped in Dallas. Fatu was living in Spring, TX, a Houston suburb, and lived near Shelton Benjamin, Shad Gaspard, MVP and The Great Khali. He was also business partners with Charlie Haas.
WWE issued an announcement regarding Fatu's passing earlier this evening. We've posted that here on the website.
I received an email from a top TNA talent earlier today which brought up an interesting point. My source noted: Noone has mentioned the (economy class syndrome) that causes blood clots on long flights, and there is no longer flight than Australia.
There are many people within the industry that are very upset about the passing. Although Fatu has had past issues with drugs, everyone I've talked to today is saying that he was a fun-loving guy with a great sense of humor who you loved being around.
I hope we've done an OK job of covering this story today. We're getting everything confirmed before we post it due to the sensitive nature of this story. There is never anything good that comes out of covering a death and it sucks to have to report on them to be honest. Thanks for your continued support of the website and hopefully our coverage has been OK for you all. It's been a crazy day in the office.
You can email me (Ryan Clark) at Webmaster@ProWrestlingSCOOPS.com. If you've got a newsbit please pass it along. We'll try to confirm it and then post it here on the website with credit to you.
On behalf of everyone on the site, we want to send our deepest condolences to Eddie Fatu's friends and family. So sad.
Just to clear up a rumor that is going around on some websites, Eddie 'Umaga' Fatu is still alive at a hospital in Houston, TX. The family is being gathered as I write this.
According to a source, without a miraculous recovery, it is just a matter of time. Again, he has not passed away as of this writing.
We wish him all the best and hope things improve although that seems unlikely at this point. So sad. We are being very cautious as it pertains to this story as we want to pass along the correct info. to all of you.
As noted earlier, former WWE Intercontinental champion and one-time Wrestlemania headliner Eddie "Umaga" Fatu is hospitalized in a ICU unit in Houston, Texas.
There have been reports making their way among the wrestlers that Fatu has died and/or is brain dead but sources close to Anoia family will only confirm that he is hospitalized at this time.
A WWE source, when contacted, noted that the company was aware of the situation and that it was a "grave situation."
- The show opened with Desmond Wolfe inside the six sides of steel talking about Kurt Angle. Kurt then came out and confronted him and they brawled.
- Alex Shelley defeated Doug Williams.
- Mick Foley tried to get DLo Browns advice on Hogan.
- Suicide defeated Homicide.
- Daniels made the Beautiful People an offer for Meanest Girls Part 3.
- DAngelo Dinero defeated Jesse Neal.
- Eric Young and Kevin Nash defeated Beer Money: After the match Mick Foley came out and demanded Nash tell him about Hogan and Dixies relationship.
- Lashley addressed Steiner.
- Lauren interviewed Daniels.
- Daniels defeated Abyss: AJ Styles was ringside for commentary. During the match the Beautiful People attacked Lauren, distracting Abyss leading to Daniels winning. After the match, the mystery person attacked AJ again
- Tenay interviewed Dixie Carter.
- Backstage Foley told Desmond he will not be wrestling Kurt tonight. Foley then called Jeff Jarrett to try to get him to show up next week, he refused.
- Hamada defeated Sarita
- Borash interviewed AJ Styles
- Kurt Angle came out expecting a match with Desmond Wolfe, instead Mick Foley came out and said hes facing Raven and Dr. Stevie.
- Kurt Angle defeated Dr. Stevie and Raven. After the match Desmond Wolfe attacked Kurt
Jeff Jarrett is back in the TNA storylines after the angle over the phone with Mick Foley on last night's iMPACT. Next week's show will see Foley head to Jarrett's home. For what it's worth, Jarrett has been in the TNA offices lately and there is speculation within TNA that he will work a program with Hulk Hogan.
Alex Marvez of ScrippsNews.com recently interviewed WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair and asked him about whether he'd ever seriously consider going to TNA Wrestling now that Hulk Hogan is on board.
"I haven't entertained the idea of working there because I've been so loyal to WWE, but you never know what's going to go on," Flair said. "I don't want to make any predictions, but I've certainly got a lot left to offer. I think I would be a good addition to (TNA's) program."
"Everything is about money, timing, what they want me to do and the job description. There's a lot up in the air. I haven't talked to (TNA ownership) yet, but I've had conversations with people who work there. I've stood by WWE, but if they're not going to use me anymore, I'm ready for any kind of action."
Flair also spoke about coming out of retirement in Australia to wrestle Hulk Hogan and his recent wedding to his fourth wife, Jackie Beems.
The Legacy def. Evan Bourne & Primo The Hurricane def. Zack Ryder by Disqualification Dolph Ziggler def. Matt Hardy
This week WWE Superstars on WGN America featured three matches, including a superb tag team match, a superhero in action and a battle between two of SmackDowns most exciting ring warriors.
Dont know where to catch WWE Superstars? Find WGN America in your area. Can't see WWE Superstars on WGN America in your area? Stay with WWE.com for full results, photos and video clips of all the action.
Dolph Ziggler def. Matt Hardy (PHOTOS | WATCH) Despite his cocky attitude, Dolph Ziggler continues to impress his critics and this week was no different in his bout against in-ring veteran Matt Hardy. As always, Hardys never say die attitude didnt make achieving victory easy for the Hollywood, Fla. native, but Ziggler was able to steal a victory. After a series of close calls for both ring warriors, the young Superstar surprisingly caught his veteran opponent off guard when he reversed the Twist of Fate into a backslide for the 1-2-3.
The Hurricane def. Zack Ryder by Disqualification (PHOTOS | WATCH) Although The Hurricane was declared the victor of his match, it wasnt exactly heroic being that it was due to a disqualification. WWEs caped crusader was in an epic battle against ECWs rising Ryder, but an attack by a mysterious masked man cut the fight short leaving the referee no choice but to stop the match giving Hurricane the win. The real story is in who was the man that interfered. Could it be possible that WWEs superhero now has a super villain arch nemesis?
The Legacy def. Evan Bourne & Primo (PHOTOS | WATCH) After attacking Kofi Kingston on Raw, The Legacy kept their momentum going with a huge win over Air Bourne & Primo on "WWE Superstars." Despite their opponents impressive speed and agility, DiBiase & Rhodes stepped up their game and did what they needed to achieve success. In the end, it was the Cody hitting the Cross Rhodes on Primo for the pin and the win.
- Conversations between Booker T and World Wrestling Entertainment have reportedly ended. On Monday, there was talk he would undergo the WWE pre-screening process, but for whatever reason it did not happen. He is not expected to be offered a WWE deal anytime soon.
- Low-Ki is expected to debut on WWE TV soon and start a program with Rey Mysterio. Low-Ki will debut under a mask and will be booked as someone from Mysterios past in Mexico.
The Southtown Star has an article up with ROH Champion Austin Aries, discussing top guys like Bryan Danielson and Nigel McGuinness leaving the company.
Here are some highlights "It's just a natural process of this business and especially for this promotion. You can go back and look historically. We've had a lot of people, including myself, who have left for other places and the company has continued to thrive. ROH is built around the best young, hungry talent in wrestling, and there's always going to be guys who are willing to step up when opportunities open up. We're trying to get in the position where we can be financially feasible for guys to stay and make a good career in ROH. The name of the game is making money. This is a business, and guys who are going to get an opportunity would be foolish not to take it."
Mickie James has finally surfaced online and she has posted a blog discussing her frustration with the internet. Namely, she says the number of people posing as her online has deterred her from opening social networking accounts to keep in touch with her numerous fans.
"I hate poser, impostors, phonies, fakes. I mean.. Seriously?! What is with these people?! Do they really dislike their own life so much that they try to live vicariously through an internet form of another. Get A Life people!"
"You see it's people like you that deter the real people from opening up fun accounts to keep in touch with their fans. This is why I DO NOT have a myspace, a face-book, etc."
She subsequently confirms opening an account on Twitter, which you can visit at twitter.com/mickiejamesdiva.
She adds she will do her best to get the numerous impostors shut down and that she may open a page on Facebook or MySpace. If and when she does, she will directly say so.
- Big Show underwent arthroscopic knee surgery in Tampa last Tuesday. He surprisingly worked last night and was telling everyone that his knee felt great.
Ziggler talks about when he'll win the World Title
In an interview with the Holiday 2009 issue of WWE Magazine (available on newsstands as of today), Dolph Ziggler predicts when he will become a World Champion in WWE.
"Well, my first goal is winning the Intercontinental Championship," Ziggler responded after being asked how long it will be before he hoists a World Championship above his head. "I've given myself six months to do it, and right now I'm nearing the five-month mark. After that, I plan to establish myself as the greatest Intercontinental Champion ever. A year and a half after that, I will become a World Champion."
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