Posted by Nicole Rivera on Friday, May 18, 2012,
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MMA and Professional Wrestler Josh Barnett recently spoke with the UK Mirror
concerning his upcoming final match for the Strikeforce Heavyweight
Grand Prix. The former UFC World Heavyweight Champion, who has two
fights left in his strikeforce contract and a turbulent relationship
with the UFC noted the following on whether he would accept an offer
simillar to the one given to King Mo:
“Anything is an opportunity. I have a manager; they work
out all the deals for me. I like being give... Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Thursday, May 10, 2012,
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According to Sherdog.com, former Strikeforce light heavyweight champion Muhammed Lawal better known as "King Mo" is expected to sign with Both TNA and Bellator Fighting Championship in the near future. Mo is expected to both wrestle and fight at the same time.
This is not the first instance where TNA and Bellator are looking at co-promotion opportunities, Kid Kash is rumored to be fighting in Bellator as well. Lawal is currently serving a nine-month suspension handed to him by the Nevada Athle... Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Friday, May 4, 2012,
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According to ProWrestling.net, the word at the TNA Impact Wrestling tapings on Monday was that the big concept that Hulk Hogan was referring to in the New York Post interview calls for fans to film TNA wrestlers whenever they may encounter them. The fans will be encouraged to send the footage to the company for possible inclusion on TNA television. The idea is that wrestlers are "on" 24/7. This idea isn't exactly popular within the locker room. As one person noted, Hogan is the last person wh... Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Monday, February 13, 2012,
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UPDATE: - The latest information is that Eric Bischoff would have been part of the decision to shift Vince Russo out of a position of power within the TNA Creative Structure. Our sources are guessing he's out, but details are being worked out. Nothing is confirmed, but the latest feeling is that he won't be retained in any capacity with TNA and details are being worked out. -A Russo exit would mean more power and influence from Eric Bischoff, who has had an up and down relationship with Russo ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Monday, February 13, 2012,
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Take this with a big grain of salt until its confirmed but wrestlezone is reporting that TNA creative writer Vince Russo has been replaced by former WWE writer and current Ring Ka King producer Dave Lagana.
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Posted by Nicole Rivera on Monday, February 13, 2012,
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According to FoxSports, New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul will appear at the upcoming TNA Impact Wrestling tapings in Orlando this upcoming Monday. Sources for FoxSports noted that he will indeed be making an appearance that will be aired for TNA Impact Wrestling on February 16. He is expected to have an in ring confrontation with Kurt Angle. The article notes that his NFL contractual obligations prevent him from any physical contact in the ring. Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Tuesday, January 10, 2012,
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TNA Knockout Velvet Sky recently tweeted that she was removed from the UK Tour because of a 'change in storyline'.
Velvet tweeted the following on her twitter account, @VelVelHoller, today :
"It's true, I WILL now be on the LONDON tv taping! Also I'll still be doing the dinner with the winner of the challenge tv contest! C u soon" Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Friday, November 25, 2011,
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According to PWInsider, John Morrison is finishing up with WWE and his final date will be next Monday's RAW Supershow. Word going around is that TNA is very interested in bringing in Morrison and Melina as a couple. TNA is looking at making Morrison the star attraction of the X Division. No word yet if Morrison has spoke with TNA yet, directly or in-directly. It's said that Morrison wants out of WWE and the company wants him gone also. source Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Thursday, October 6, 2011,
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Source: Prowrestling.net
Vince Russo is no longer the head of the TNA creative team. Russo will remain on the creative team as a senior writer, and will write shows along with Matt Conway.
Bruce Prichard, who is also the head of talent relations, will now head the creative team, mapping out the direction of the company.
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Posted by Nicole Rivera on Thursday, August 25, 2011,
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The August 2011 issue of the UK based wrestling magazine Power Slam reports that there is a sizable pay discrepancy among the female performers of TNA Wrestling. The magazine states that Christy Hemme and Mickie James are the highest-paid female talent in the organization: each earn more than $100,000 per year. Meanwhile, the rest of TNA's female wrestlers and personalities (Angelina Love, Brooke Tessmacher, Cookie, Jackie, Madison Rayne, ODB, Rosita, Sarita, SoCal Val, Tara, Traci Brooks, Vel... Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Thursday, August 11, 2011,
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RUMOR* Samoa Joe To WWE?
The Wrestling Observer Newsletter is reporting that those close to the situation note that Samoa Joe has been talking seriously about looking at joining WWE when his contract expires in several months. Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Wednesday, July 13, 2011,
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Source: ESPN.com & Pwinsider
The NFL is reportedly looking to put together a package of eight regular season games that would air on Thursday nights. The league currently has eight games on the NFL Network; the new package would be for a separate eight games and will end up on a network like NBC Universal or Turner Broadcasting. This would be a potentially big issue for TNA obviously as they would be head-to-head with football games.
The word is that the package would likely start in 2... Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Tuesday, June 28, 2011,
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Jack Evans, Homicide, Low Ki, Matt Bentley and Jimmy Wang Yang are all backstage at tonight's TNA iMPACT! tapings.
As of this writing, all of these talents are expected to take part in the TV tapings tonight and tomorrow. They will be used at the Destination X PPV as well. No word on who will be used tonight and who will be used tomorrow.
I'll have full **SPOILER** coverage of the iMPACT! tapings later tonight. Stay tuned.
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Posted by Nicole Rivera on Wednesday, June 1, 2011,
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Report: TNA Star Sidelined Until 2012
Chris Sabin will be sidelined until 2012 after tearing both the ACL and MCL in his knee during a match last month on iMPACT!. He underwent surgery on his injured knee earlier this month.
Sabin suffered the injury during a match against Anarquia at the April 20 iMPACT! taping. He went for a springboard clothesline and tweaked his knee when the Mexican America member was out-of-position to receive the maneuver. The referee was instructed to end the match whe... Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Saturday, May 14, 2011,
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Source: The Pro Wrestling Torch
The role of Kurt Angle's on-air "mistress" went to former WWE Diva Chyna instead of independent wrestler Isis the Amazon due to concern over her wrestling ability and behind-the-scenes reputation.
With the role calling for a wrestling match this Sunday at Sacrifice, TNA Wrestling officials opted for "The Ninth Wonder of The World" over the 6'9" grappler.
"Isis is way too green still," said one company source. She worked a dark match prior to the February ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Tuesday, May 3, 2011,
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Report: Former WWE Intercontinental Champion To Be Revealed As Kurt Angle’s Mistress?
With Total Nonstop Action Wrestling star, Kurt Angle currently embroiled in a feud with Total Nonstop Action Wrestling star, Jeff Jarrett and Angle’s ex-wife, Karen Jarrett, the main talking point of this current storyline is who will portraying the role of Kurt Angle’s mistress, as he has been noting to over the past couple of weeks.
According to a report from Jason Powell of ProWrestling.NET, for... Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Tuesday, April 26, 2011,
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Report: Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Filed Against TNA
Randy Ricci, a former production manager for TNA Wrestling, reports that a sexual harassment lawsuit has been filed against the organization.
While specifics of the case have yet to be disclosed, Ricci states that Terry Taylor, TNA's Director of Talent Relations, was named in the suit.
Ricci added, "It should be noted as well that if Terry has done anything or not, with his past, it won't turn out well for he or the company." Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Monday, March 14, 2011,
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i seen this on twitter so i'm marking it as a rumor till i get more info i'll keep you posted _______________________________
Rumors going around Jeff Hardy was arrested after the PPV went off the air.
I have HEARD that Jeff Hardy was high and was in no condition to compete.
Also other report that jeff hardy walked out NOT IN HANDCUFFS.
Stay tuned...
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EDIT 11:34
According to PWInsider.com, numerous TNA sources indicate that the main even... Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Friday, February 25, 2011,
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Updated **SPOILER** From The iMPACT! Tapings
As noted earlier here on the website, Steve "Sting" Borden is backstage at today's TNA "iMPACT! taping in Fayetteville, North Carolina. We can now confirm that he will be revealed as a "surprise opponent" for TNA World Heavyweight Champion Jeff Hardy.
The angle will continue to next month's Victory Road pay-per-view on March 13.
It was reported earlier today that Borden had re-signed with the organization. His prior contract expired in December.
B... Continue reading ...
Posted by Nicole Rivera on Friday, February 25, 2011,
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Huge iMPACT! **SPOILER** - Sting?
Source: The Pro Wrestling Torch
We can confirm that Steve "Sting" Borden is backstage at today's TNA "iMPACT! taping in Fayetteville, North Carolina. However, it is not known what his role at the event will be. Word is that they will reveal Sting as a challenger to world champion Jeff Hardy, and start an angle that will carry over to the Victory Road PPV on March 13th.
It was reported earlier today that Borden had re-signed with the organization.
Hopefully t... Continue reading ...
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