Paige Reacts to Breakup from Alberto El Patron
As previously reported, Alberto El Patron broke up with Paige last night in Orlando. After …
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Possible Spoiler on the Big Name Appearing at Slammiversary
Jeff Jarrett has been teasing that the “most powerful, influential resident of Orlando, Florida” will take pace of this year’s Slammiversary week activities.
The word going around is that Jarrett is referring to NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal. O’Neil made various appearances for WWE and WCW previously and was originally going to face The Big Show at Wrestlemania 33 until plans fell through.
John Cena Teases Possible Feud Against Roman Reigns
During a Twitter Q&A session ahead of tonight’s episode of American Grit, John Cena was asked about possibly working with Roman Reigns soon. He responded with the following remarks:
As previously noted, there has been talk recently of having Cena work a program with Reigns eventually.
Major Title Change at ROH’s Best In The World Pay-Per-View
Cody Rhodes defeated Christopher Daniels at Ring of Honour’s Best In The World Pay-per-view to become the new Ring Of Honour World Champion. Cody hit the Cross Rhodes on Daniels to get the win and the title.
This is Rhodes’s first big title win since he entered the independent wrestling scene after leaving the WWE. The American Nightmare has had a successful career after leaving the WWE, winning a number of championships on multiple promotions since his departure.
Rhodes is set to meet the IWGP Champion Kazuchika Okada at the upcoming G1 Classic USA.
Rapper Lil Yachty Says He is Ready for WWE Debut & Wants to Take A Beatdown
TMZ recently caught up with the famous rapper, Lil Yachty who was donning an old-school Hardy Boyz/Team Extreme T-shirt. When asked if he would ever step into the squared circle, the 19-year-old rapper said he already had meetings with the WWE to make a “special appearance” for the company.
Yachty said that he wants to take a major beatdown by some WWE Superstars if he ever shows up in the squared circle. He then talked about his favorite tag team, The Hardy Boyz and also talked about how his signature move would be.
Brock Lesnar Working SmackDown Event
WWE has added Brock Lesnar to the SmackDown Live event at the Joe Louis Arena. The event, which takes place on July 29th, will feature Jinder Mahal, AJ Styles, Randy Orton, Bray Wyatt, Dean Ambrose, Dolph Ziggler, The Miz, Baron Corbin, Becky Lynch, Alexa Bliss, Apollo Crews, American Alpha and The Usos.
This will be the final event at the Joe Louis Arena. The venue opened in 1979 and will be torn down and replaced with the Little Ceasars Arena.
Chris Jericho Returns to Action Next Week
Chris Jericho has been added to the RAW brands’ international tour dates on June 28th in Singapore and the June 30th & July 1st events in Tokyo, Japan.
Jericho’s last appearance with the company was back in May, where he was written out of WWE storylines after an attack from Kevin Owens. Since his time off he has been touring with his Fozzy band.
Hulk Hogan Not Interested In WWE Return?
Hulk Hogan may not be interested in returning to WWE now that his Gawker problems are behind him.
According to Fightful, WWE had meetings regarding a possible return for The Hulkster, however the decision on whether or not he wants to return to the company is Hogan’s decision. WWE apparently reached out with the proposal of a “renewed working relationship” and Vince McMahon has also touched base with Hogan.
The feeling is that because of Hogan’s $31 Million settlement with Gawker, he’s in a good place financially and doesn’t need the money that WWE is willing to offer him for his return.
Shelton Benjamin Not Returning to WWE?
It was reported earlier this week via Pro Wrestling Sheet that WWE and Shelton Benjamin are in talks about a possible return to the company, however that may not be the case.
Shelton Benjamin addressed rumors about his return to WWE in a new video message. He mentioned that he has an upcoming commitment on June 30th for Great North Wrestling. He brought up how everywhere he looks, people are speculating on where his career is heading. He then proceeded to cut a promo on his opponent Amanuel Hassan without any indication or hints that he would be returning to WWE.
You can check out his video message below:
It is still very possible that the two parties are in talks about a return. If that is the case they are just trying to keep it a secret. We will keep you updated if we hear anything else regarding the situation.
WWE NXT Spoilers – June 28th – July 12th, 2017
WWE heads to Full Sail University tonight to tape the June 28th to July 12th episodes of NXT. Below are the spoiler results.
* The show kicks off with Triple H coming out during the pre-show commentator entrances and personally introduces Mauro Ranallo to the commentary desk.
June 28th
* Bianca Bel Air defeats Aliyah in a Mae Young Classic Qualifying Match.
* Velveteen Dream defeated Ho Ho Lun.
* Hideo Itami vs. Oney Lorcan gets called off after Itami got busted open early. The blood was so bad that they had to change the mat.
* Vanessa Borne defeated Jayme Jameson in a qualifying for the Mae Young Classic.
* Johnny Gargano cuts an in-ring promo. He says he didn’t see the attack in Chicago coming but he’s not there to dwell on the past. He promises he’ll be at TakeOver: Brooklyn no matter what and leaves.
* Hideo Itami defeats Oney Lorcan. After the match, Itami calls Kassius Ohno out, but before they can talk SAnitY attacks both men! They’re here to end forced friendship and lies, but Eric Young is off working on some kind of master plan.
Donald Trump Appearing at Slammiversary?
TNA issued the following release regarding Lashley asking Donald Trump to be in his corner at the July 2nd Slammiversary event:
Lashley Wants President Trump In His Corner For Slammiversary on July 2
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Nashville (June 23, 2017) – IMPACT Wrestling World Champion Bobby Lashley made an unprecedented Presidential appeal on Thursday morning.
Via Twitter, Lashley (@fightbobby) asked President Donald Trump to be in his corner for his title defense at Slammiversary on July 2, when Lashley puts the gold on the line against Alberto El Patron.
El Patron earlier this week announced that his father, legendary Mexican wrestler Dos Caras, will be in his corner at Slammiversary.
Lashley asked Trump to join him at Slammiversary, which will be held on pay-per-view and filmed at the backlot of Universal Studios Florida in Orlando.
“Well, it looks like I need to find a cornerman for Slammiversary? @realDonaldTrump? It won’t be the 1sttime! #reallegend,” Lashley tweeted.
IMPACT Wrestling is waiting for an answer from Trump.
IMPACT Wrestling is a subsidiary of Anthem Sports & Entertainment Corp.
Best Potential Summer Feuds for John Cena
On the July 4th episode of Smackdown Live John Cena will make his anticipated return. Absent since his memorable moment at Wrestlemania 33, Cena will likely start the build for his summer feud. Big Match John’s feud is likely to be a high profile one which is equally as high in quality. The interesting caveat to Cena’s return however, is his status as a free agent.
What exactly this means is still up in the air. However logic dictates it means Cena will begin to appear on not only Smackdown Live, but also RAW. This sets up a plethora of exciting feuds and matches which are sure to create buzz this summer. Fresh rivalries and dream matches always on the mind when you talk about John Cena. With his return imminent, the buzz within WWE through July to Summerslam will be huge. Undoubtedly superstars would love to take the opportunity to collide with the Face that runs the Place. Whether it be at the Biggest Party of the Summer or beforehand.
With that, this article takes a look at the best possible feuds for the Summer for John Cena from both Smackdown Live and RAW.