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Russ 17-01-2017 20:11

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All pre-determined 'sports entertainment'. They were likely told the finishes as they arrived on Saturday.

Damien 17-01-2017 21:08

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Cheers. Is this a spin-off that remains in the UK or is the intention to fold some of it into WWE proper?

Russ 18-01-2017 03:50

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They'll likely keep it over here for the foreseeable future as WWE is seeing competition from World of Sport and WCPW which are both fast-rising promotions in the U.K. and we're their biggest market outside America.

WWE are allowing the title to be defended at just about any UK Indy promotions other than the above 2 (i.e. again, viewed as realistic rivals) as long as their permission is obtained first. Part of this is to ensure their guy is only put against good workers and not some dangerous or poorly-trained individual who might cause injury, damage the reputation of the UK title etc

adzii_nufc 26-01-2017 22:45

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Bill Goldberg is already in McMahon's bad books thanks to Monday's performance. For those unaware, Bill has a pre-ring ritual of headbutting something (locker etc.) On this occasion it seems he drilled his head through the locker and was visibly busted open before botching his lines multiple times.

He's far too big at the moment for them to really care though, even I'm quite amazed at the response to his return. He's so far over it's incredible, no doubt that the SS demolition going over Brock helped push that.

Russ 28-01-2017 03:19

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He certainly is crazy-over, but I reckon his match with Lesnar was so short because he can no longer work. He was never the best worker back in the day but I can't see him having a good match again. As you say he botched his lines several times (looking forward to the next Botchamania video) plus on his return he fell over against Rusev.

On paper I love the idea of Lesnar v Goldberg but I can't stop feeling like any further matches between them will be awful.

adzii_nufc 29-01-2017 22:36

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Russ (Post 35882643)
He certainly is crazy-over, but I reckon his match with Lesnar was so short because he can no longer work. He was never the best worker back in the day but I can't see him having a good match again. As you say he botched his lines several times (looking forward to the next Botchamania video) plus on his return he fell over against Rusev.

On paper I love the idea of Lesnar v Goldberg but I can't stop feeling like any further matches between them will be awful.

Honestly, I feel full on matches are past him, he should be used as an Austin, he comes, squashes the joker and leaves. As for the match at SS, the legitimate reason was he was injured before WWE re-signed him, he made that clear. I and many others assumed it wasn't too bad because they quickly booked him in for SS, after seeing what unfolded that assumption was wrong. So the new assumption is they booked him with the injury and the squash match was the idea from the offset.

I don't want the trilogy though, Brock vs Goldberg III at WM, please no. Goldberg vs Undertaker, nope. Have him jackhammer the Big Show or Shaq and go home or take out a joker mid silly promo. Brock came back after a lengthy period and has never really caught up with his original moveset. I see the same for Goldberg. Imagine a 30 minute match consisting of the odd German Suplex, a spear or two, a jackhammer and some fisticuffs.

Russ 29-01-2017 23:10

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I didn't know about the injury to be honest, that would make sense. But even if he was fully fit, an average-at-best wrestler who hadn't been in the ring for 12 years....not even Regal would have managed to get a half-decent match out of him.

If there is a 3rd match (and given the build-up and hype, if there isn't then they'll need to conclude their storyline with something pretty special) then Lesnar has to go over. Yes he's enough of a super-draw so that no loss to anyone will hurt him but ending up with a nil-3 record against an extremely part-time wrestler when Lesnar himself has wasted so many other guys AND ended Taker's streak too....even by WWE's standards that would be spectacularly cock-eyed.

undertakereddie 02-02-2017 00:30

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Just Been Announced: Lucha Underground is Coming to Netflix Worldwide.

Info From wrestlingnewssource.com

adzii_nufc 12-02-2017 03:45

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CM Punk set to be given another UFC opportunity. They're having a laugh. Brave and Stupid are separate things and if he was the former the first time round then he'll be the latter the second time.

I'm surprised he didn't just eat his words, cut his losses and return to WWE who'd have still welcomed him despite the lawsuit. At this point his leverage to do such a deal diminishes with his failing MMA career. This guy should be nowhere near an Octagon. Rants about WWE and injuries, works for a company that obviously doesn't require you to be sane apparently.

adzii_nufc 02-03-2017 18:40

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Matt and Jeff leave TNA, should WWE even risk touching them?

Kurt Angle rumored to replace Foley as Raw GM after WM. Obviously Angle is scheduled for WM but is also booked for Raw the following night and Smackdown on the Tuesday. Shame really if it's a non physical role, one of the greatest talents to ever perform in WWF/WWE

Finally, this Goldberg situation is an absolute mess, he squashes Kevin Owens without a doubt, he has to now. That's the hole they dug themselves into. What's worse if he then becomes a title holder, to then drop said title at WM to another part time worker whom then also has to drop it just as quick. :confused:

Whoever wrote this is insane. Should never have been Goldberg vs Lesnar at WM, it would literally make more sense if true that Lesnar is also done after WM to have Goldberg retain and merely vacate it, rather than drop two title reigns back to back. Or at the very least, persuade Bill to sign another short contract to give his ridiculous momentum to someone deserving of it. Having him drop to Lesnar is an absolute waste.

Russ 03-03-2017 06:08

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Apparently TNA own the 'Broken' gimmick. Matt and Jeff are still pretty hot at the moment so I could understand WWE bringing them in to capitalise on that but I'm certain they wouldn't let them use any sort of gimmick connected to TNA. If they do offer a contract I think they'd be used similar to the Dudleys from a year or two ago. The odd decent win here and there in the gimmick they were known for back in the day but mainly to put over new talent.

Not sure about Angle as GM. I like the idea but seeing as he can probably still have a decent match or two I doubt he'd be happy in a non-competing role and I'm not sure WWE would be willing to risk his health in the ring.

Agreed re: Goldberg. I reckon he'll get the title from Owens due to Jericho interfering but then drop the belt at WM to Lesnar. I just can't envisage him having any match longer than 5 minutes right now and I can't stand title-changes in short or squash matches.

Having Goldberg back is great for sentimentality but when you take someone who was never known for having great matches 20 years ago in his prime, and put him on PPVs when he's already botched some spots the few times he's been on TV recently.....worrying. I'm sure Owens can put him over and make him look good but even that might not be enough.

adzii_nufc 06-03-2017 00:20

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Are WWE serious with the whole, UFC/Boxing style punditry set up they've got going on? :erm:

undertakereddie 06-03-2017 19:27

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Here is official List of WWE Hall of Famers that are being Inducted 2 days before Wrestlemania this year so far:

Kurt Angle
The Rock N Roll Express
Teddy Long
Diamond Dallas Page
Beth Pheonix
Ravershing Rick Rude (Only Just Been Confirmed Today)

Info from WWE.com

MalteseFalcon 07-03-2017 13:58

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In order:

It sucks. It damn well sucks
Don't know enough to form an opinion
Meh, average ref, average manager, average GM, rubbish actor
One of the stars of the Invasion story in 2001
About time the Glamazon was inducted, one of the most dominant Divas EVER
I'm pleased, always liked him.

For next year, can we PLEASE have Paul Heyman inducted?

adzii_nufc 07-03-2017 14:03

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Quote:

Originally Posted by MarkC1984 (Post 35888976)
In order:

It sucks. It damn well sucks
Don't know enough to form an opinion
Meh, average ref, average manager, average GM, rubbish actor
One of the stars of the Invasion story in 2001
About time the Glamazon was inducted, one of the most dominant Divas EVER
I'm pleased, always liked him.

For next year, can we PLEASE have Paul Heyman inducted?

Here's hoping it's true he sticks around, as above though I'd love to see him performing, one of the greatest sheer wrestlers to ever enter a WWE ring. A wrestling machine.

undertakereddie 07-03-2017 14:41

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I would like to see The British Bulldog Davey Boy Smith get inducted into The WWE Hall of Fame. I know there is a petition going on Change.org which has been backed by the Likes of Rob Van Dam and Many other Wrestlers. Also it would good if Chyna was inducted into The WWE Hall of Fame if Sunny in it then chyna should be in it to.

---------- Post added at 14:41 ---------- Previous post was at 14:37 ----------

Quote:

Originally Posted by adzii_nufc (Post 35888978)
Here's hoping it's true he sticks around, as above though I'd love to see him performing, one of the greatest sheer wrestlers to ever enter a WWE ring. A wrestling machine.

Kurt Angle might be The New General Manager of Monday Night Raw when Mick Foley is Taking some time off after Wrestlemania.

Russ 07-03-2017 17:50

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HHH had already said it's unlikely Chyna will ever be inducted due to her porn past.

adzii_nufc 07-03-2017 18:33

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Usually I'd take that and say yeah that's agreeable but it's not agreeable from the point someone like Mike Tyson becomes a Hall of Famer. Being a convicted rapist just one of his many issues.

adzii_nufc 03-04-2017 02:45

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The Wrestlemania ramp is just absurd. :erm:

adzii_nufc 03-04-2017 21:51

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We broke spoiler rule last year for WM and given the occasion I think it's reasonable to do it again for a specific character.

The Undertaker (Mark Calaway) has seemingly retired after losing to Roman Reigns. As already known I rarely watch anymore but have seen the last three PPV's and this one. He deserved so much better than that, it was awful, purely awful, Reigns couldn't carry the guy through the match at all and it was riddled with botches all over the place. Let's not blame Reigns solely though, he never really wanted this match and nor did Undertaker whom knew he was taking a fall and retiring, he much preferred the idea of John Cena being his last opponent, continuing with legends retiring legends. That was agreed upon and then changed, hence the diabolical mixed tag mid card match Cena then found himself in to assure he was still on the card after dropping from the main event. After Cena vs Taker was scrapped they bumped Goldberg vs Lesnar up to the last spot, but caved in following negative reaction on him going over Owens.. again though, just plain awful booking from a guy that should've been squashing mid carders in a return run like every other part time legend. So they moved Reigns and Taker up to the last spot.

The event was actually fairly good up until the last three matches.

End note being, I'd love to get a reason behind that ridiculously absurd entrance ramp. All in all though, I feel WWE PPV sets have become so generic over recent years, far from the old awesome ones they used to put up. This was a return to those days, the actual set was outstanding. The ring upon a ring, the roller coaster and that ludicrous ramp, they really nailed it.

MalteseFalcon 04-04-2017 07:39

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They always seem to make the ramp at WM a ridiculous length. Not happy with any of the results at WM this year, apart from Lesnar. Hoping the RAW is worthy of previous years, chants wise. But sadly I think now I have finally grown out of wrestling and WWE. I go through peaks and dips, but honestly WM was the first PPV I watched since last year's Battleground PPV just after the split. Honestly, unless things pick up I don't think I will be watching another PPV before WM XXXIV.

Russ 12-05-2017 01:53

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Surely I'm not the only one who just does not 'get' Shinsuke Nakamura? I'm not talking about his abilities etc but the seemingly pointless hand gestures and silly facial expressions during his entrance.

Most of the time he looks like he's had a stroke(see below).

OK I absolutely love his titantron music (it's my ringtone) but he does nothing to get me on-board. I suppose I get the gum-shield etc but the duckface pouts too? And 'King of Strong Style' at 230lb? He'd need a few more stones in weight to be 'King' of anything strong. He obviously has loads of fans but whatever his appeal is, it's completely wasted on me. Some wrestlers I like, some I don't but he's the first one in a long time to make me want to pick up my laptop/phone or do something else until his segment/match is over

MalteseFalcon 12-05-2017 02:59

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Gotta say, my interest in WWE outside of PPV's is purely focused on the Divas division. Yes, because I am that damn shallow.

Chad 11-06-2017 23:11

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Luche Libre AAA comes to Freeview
http://www.a516digital.com/2017/06/f...sting.html?m=1

Russ 13-06-2017 19:02

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Quote:

Originally Posted by MarkC1984 (Post 35898459)
Gotta say, my interest in WWE outside of PPV's is purely focused on the Divas division. Yes, because I am that damn shallow.

You're about to get that bit more shallow - one of our girls has just been signed to NXT - Nixon Newell ;)

MalteseFalcon 13-06-2017 21:10

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Meh, not that attractive. More into the likes of Alexa Bliss myself.

Media Boy UK 18-09-2017 15:34

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WWE Hall of Famer Bobby “The Brain” Heenan — regarded as one of the greatest managers and announcers in wrestling history — died Sunday after a lengthy battle with throat cancer. He was 73.

MalteseFalcon 19-09-2017 00:08

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Never be a pairing like him and Gorilla again on commentary. He will be sadly missed, a true legend.

TheDaddy 19-09-2017 06:28

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Quote:

Originally Posted by MarkC1984 (Post 35917046)
Never be a pairing like him and Gorilla again on commentary. He will be sadly missed, a true legend.

I liked him, Mike tenay and Tony schivanni (sp) together and that survivor series match he did against the ultimate warriors team was classic to

adzii_nufc 13-10-2017 21:51

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It's increasingly likely that Goldberg will make another run before WM up until and including the event itself. Guess they'll use his WWE 24/7 show to build him up.

I have a feeling they'll build Strowman even further then have Goldberg crush him the way they played it against Lesnar. Be a shame, the only downside of his last run was squashing legitimate talent. Give him Cena. It's definitely not the Undertaker as suggested either, can't imagine the disaster that would unfold from booking that.

Media Boy UK 30-10-2017 16:20

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Sky Sports are reporting that the following WWE RAW Superstars has been released from with immediate effect:

-Summer Rae
-Darren Young
-Emma

http://www.skysports.com/wwe/news/14...eleased-by-wwe

Media Boy UK 23-11-2017 15:39

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WWE reveal number of changes to WWE's 2018 PPV line-up.

Bin:
-Great Balls of Fire
-No Mercy

The new-look reduced line-up will now have five shows for Raw, four for SmackDown and five will be co-branded.

Raw and Smackdown:
-Royal Rumble (Jan. 28th),
-WrestleMania (Apr. 8th),
-Money in the Bank (June 17th),
-SummerSlam (August 19th) and
-Survivor Series (Nov. 18th)

Raw:
-Elimination Chamber (Feb. 25th)
-Backlash (May 6th)
-Battleground (July 15th)
-Extreme Rules, (Sept. 16th)
-TLC (Oct. 21st)

Smackdown
-Fastlane (March 11th)
-Payback (May 27th)
-Hell in a Cell (Sept. 30th)
-Clash of Champions (Dec. 16th)

The "B" Show will not be happy.

https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/49762...view-schedule/

Media Boy UK 25-01-2018 00:11

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WWE has released Enzo Amore.

The WWE Cruiserweight title is now vacated.

adzii_nufc 25-01-2018 03:52

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Should clear up that he wasn't just randomly selected for release but was actually fired. He's facing allegations of rape and failed to notify WWE which led to him appearing backstage last night in preparation for his match with Goldust. WWE only finding out he was accused of rape during the show after being contacted by several media outlets. He put them in a pretty bad situation and was deservedly suspended and made to leave immediately before being sacked. WWE have been quick to stress he was dismissed for the failure to notify them rather than the allegations themselves.

I think it's likely WWE would have simply placed him on some form of suspension whilst the case unfolds and he notified them how he intended to plea should it get that far. Thus they could make a decision to keep him suspended until a court decision or release him if he intended to plead guilty.

As it stands he made a rats arse of it by just showing up and keeping it quiet.

MalteseFalcon 25-01-2018 09:46

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Can't say I'm shocked, he's been getting a lot of heat backstage because of his actions. I never rated him, either as a singles or tag team competitor.

adzii_nufc 06-02-2018 15:14

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Poorly kept secret now that Bobby Lashley will return to WWE and start a feud with Brock Lesnar. That puts an end to the speculation that Lesnar is done after WM.

Really strange seeing WWE pursuing the MMA angle. Going to have a roster stacked full of MMA washups or people that just couldn't make it in the legitimate combat world. Lesnar can't take a clean shot to save his life, that's no disrespect to him but you just don't suddenly conjure up a steel chin, he knows that, that's why he quickly dives on people. Just doesn't quite work out when he fights agile people that can counter that. Ronda Rousey was exposed as a one trick pony and was obliterated twice in a row because of her pretty shameful boxing skills. Lastly we end up at Lashley whom has spent every second of his MMA career avoiding big names. He comes in at 240lbs of muscle for fights and will absolutely without a doubt gas out inside two rounds for a UFC fight and be knocked out.

Add all that to the Tapout deal.

I've been on and off WWE but I'm quickly going back to off again. They had Goldberg take a title last year he had no business taking. They've got Lesnar sat on a title doing nothing 80% of the time and they're undoubtedly going to hand it to the toxic Roman Reigns. They're going to push Rousey to oblivion. It's frustrating.

adzii_nufc 09-04-2018 02:44

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Usually the no spoiler rule is good for WM. Pretty brutal backlash at the minute and I have to agree, that Taker/Cena angle was shockingly bad. The build up to the idea. What was meant to be Legend vs Legend, Hulk vs Andre etc, turned into a 3 minute diabolical squash match. As if I wasn't already narked they took the streak, he's going out with Reigns loss and that absolute travesty of match. What was the idea here? Goldberg vs Lesnar, shock and awe? I'm not shocked, I'm annoyed. As much as I hated the Reigns win. I'd rather that have been the end.

This inevitably leads to a rematch next year of course. That defies the point.

adzii_nufc 10-05-2018 18:46

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Rumour at the minute but WWE are supposedly in crisis mode after fans left Backlash early and booed the majority of the card. Fans refusal to accept Roman Reigns was the peak of it.

He's toxic. Double the Cena hate.

WWE needs to rethink this very carefully before they reach the point they're paying people to cheer in the audience again.

MalteseFalcon 10-05-2018 19:58

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You would think that before now they would have got the message that they don't like the superstar that gets punished and then doesn't show much sign of the damage winning still. Cena was that for a long time and look how much he gets booed now. I seriously think it might be time for Vince to step down.

adzii_nufc 09-06-2018 07:21

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Seriously now, book Strowman better for heavens sake, I can't bare to watch another Big Show fiasco. This guy has the best Monster gimmick in recent memory.

After the last three reconsiderations on the future of Roman Reigns WWE has decided to quadruple down on him to nobodies shock and to the tune of the toxic crowds that will continue to follow him around. Poor.

Media Boy UK 20-06-2018 17:52

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Ex WWE superstar Vader, has passed away aged 63-years-old.

IT TIME, IT TIME, IT VADER TIME.

R.I.P

Media Boy UK 20-09-2018 23:32

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Do anyone know the price or starting time for WWE Super Show-Down?

newapollo 21-09-2018 00:09

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Quote:

Do anyone know the price or starting time for WWE Super Show-Down?
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The WWE Super Show-Down on Saturday, Oct. 6 from the Melbourne Cricket Ground is due start at 10:00am UK time, which would be 5:00am EST. It was originally scheduled to start an hour earlier so it's possible they may do a pre-show event too.

It's been broadcast live on the WWE network, which costs £9.99 per month and can be cancelled at any time. If you haven't joined the network before then you can register and receive 30 days free. I often register and then cancel and they send offers enticing you back with up to 3 free months.

I haven't heard yet if it will be broadcast on Sky/VM

Russ 28-02-2019 18:44

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https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/other...uding-14069375

WWE salaries. I don't think for one moment those are their actual contracted salaries, more than likely bonuses are included. And only the very top guys will get 1st class travel, 5 star flights and luxury rental cars.

Fantastic news about Roman by the way, such an emotional speech too. As a side note I hope it means all the marks who boo him because it's "trendy" will now grown up and appreciate the man.

Media Boy UK 28-02-2019 19:04

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I know it now WWE but do anyone really think REW will be?

I do not think it will end up as big as WWE.

Do anyone have any news on the WWE UK Telly deal - it up in December.

TheDaddy 28-02-2019 20:05

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Russ (Post 35984768)
https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/other...uding-14069375

WWE salaries. I don't think for one moment those are their actual contracted salaries, more than likely bonuses are included. And only the very top guys will get 1st class travel, 5 star flights and luxury rental cars.

Fantastic news about Roman by the way, such an emotional speech too. As a side note I hope it means all the marks who boo him because it's "trendy" will now grown up and appreciate the man.

And only the top guys will be paid regardless of appearances, the rest will struggle through a really intense schedule with injuries, paying for their own insurance, travel and accommodation on the road, the best thing that can happen for the industry and the majority of the workers in it is AEW fills the 20 year WcW void

Mr K 28-02-2019 20:25

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The good guy won again ( sorry, was that a spoiler ? ;) )

MalteseFalcon 28-02-2019 23:42

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In his speech where he announced the leukaemia, Reigns hit the nail on the head which fans should listen to. 'It didn't matter if you cheered me, it didn't matter if you booed me. You've always reacted to me'. If fans had just not shown any reaction to Roman, he would never have been pushed as he was. Reigns is the new John Cena. At least Reigns can sell a beating lol.

adzii_nufc 03-03-2019 16:08

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If they get out ahead of it they can flip Reigns to a heel to feud with the WM winner Rollins.

Doesn't mean Lesnar is necessarily off to fight Cormier though.

Russ 03-03-2019 17:34

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They won't turn Reigns heel. He shifts far too much merch and WWE will be hoping his return and defeat (of sorts) of cancer will get more people behind him.

adzii_nufc 01-05-2019 18:22

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Brock Lesnar retires from MMA.

No one in his camp will admit this but I don't think he was scared of Cormier running him over which was inevitable but rather that he's struggling without the PED's in both WWE and MMA and thus is currently using them again. Note the telltale signs and the blatant weight loss earlier this year when he entered the testing pool in comparison to now. Mark hunt got shafted by Lesnar but Cormier won't go near him without persistent testing. Lesnar can't make any sort of shape to fight legitimately without them.

I have my reasons to believe the guy was always doping in the UFC but his step up in competition against Heavyweight monsters exposed him anyway. Its still an achievement nonetheless. My actual issue is Lesnar is at the forefront for dodging the WWE wellness policy by utilising part time contracts. Is he the only one guilty? Nah, Dwayne The Rock Johnson was and still is juiced to the gills throughout his return run.

Onto the other crossover star whom failed miserably. CM Punk allegedly participated in a wrestling event. The guy has no MMA career worth speaking about at this point but I refuse to believe he'll never return to WWE. If Bret Hart can I'm sure he can.

Final note: For the love of God do more with Braun Strowman.

adzii_nufc 04-05-2019 20:46

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WWE sign Goldberg to multi year deal. This will be your typical part time contract and besides an upcoming Saudi PPV I can imagine his appearances will be limited and the entire thing is actually an exclusivity contract after it was suspected he was about to sign for AEW. No word on what he's working but both Lesnar and Undertaker are scheduled and both have no existing feuds. So a potential triple threat that nobody asked for and is a car crash waiting to happen.

Mr K 04-05-2019 20:53

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Quote:

Originally Posted by adzii_nufc (Post 35993636)
WWE sign Goldberg to multi year deal. This will be your typical part time contract and besides an upcoming Saudi PPV I can imagine his appearances will be limited and the entire thing is actually an exclusivity contract after it was suspected he was about to sign for AEW. No word on what he's working but both Lesnar and Undertaker are scheduled and both have no existing feuds. So a potential triple threat that nobody asked for and is a car crash waiting to happen.

It's a scripted dramatised pay per view event waiting to happen.

MalteseFalcon 07-05-2019 17:03

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Taker needs to retire before he does some serious damage to his body, I imagine next year he will be the headline inductee to the HoF. Pleased Lesnar is staying, but Goldberg? Really? I have never been a fan of him, the way he was pushed in WCW then WWE has totally put me against him. That's a massive mistake for WWE.

adzii_nufc 07-05-2019 19:35

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His first WWE push had more to do with major players leaving. The Rock was on the way out of the door and the Raw brand was literally being carried by Triple H and at the time had Kane in and out of the main event picture. This being the Kane that was remarkably awful to watch.

His second 'push' had very little to do with WWE. The squash match against Lesnar was entirely the idea of Lesnar. He knew Goldberg was carrying an injury and was limited and he also wanted to push the 'rivalry' further than a one and done. The mistake they made was basically taking a title off somebody for no reason other than to setup a Goldberg vs Lesnar WM match that didn't need a title.

Ultimately he's just a powerhouse wrestler with a limited skill set and was billed for the majority of his career as a monster. His only purpose in the industry now is to play the Once in a blue moon surprise return to squash a comedic jobber and leave. I can't see a return match in Saudi going any further. As above the entire purpose of him signing with WWE is literally so he gets paid not to join AEW.

Further information on Lesnar not returning to UFC doesn't just suggest its because he can't dope up anymore but also because UFC changed the way top fighters get paid. UFC are refusing to give fighters a % of the PPV revenue and are instead offering flat fees. This was the second reason Conor McGregor refused to sign a fight deal after the first being he couldn't have shares in the UFC. Lesnar believes a % would net him more than the flat fee against Cormier. He's probably right. There's Lesnar fans and then there's just as many that would relish seeing Cormier tear him to shreds. It would be a decent seller.

adzii_nufc 22-05-2019 10:52

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Absolutely stunned that Vince Mcmahon hasn't been removed or resigned after information that he persuaded then WWE superstar and the late Ashley Massaro to not pursue rape charges after an incident overseas. Absolutely covered the entire thing up with the help of others.

Not sure where WWE are going anymore. I stopped frequenting it years ago but it was never this bad. The ratings are tanking, net profits are dwindling and superstars are wanting out. For on screen events. Poor decisions just unfold week by week. The decision to reintroduce Brock Lesnar almost immediately has been met with horrid reviews and rightly so. Desperately signing old talent (Goldberg) before AEW made offers, pure desperation.

Media Boy UK 02-08-2019 00:00

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WWE.com is reporting that WWE Hall of Famer Harley Race (has) passed away today at age 76 due to complications from lung cancer.

RIP

Media Boy UK 21-08-2019 18:17

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I know that WWE NXT is coming to the USA Network on September 18th.

What about the UK?

A) Not broadcasting in UK?
B) Will launch on Sky Sports then move to BT Sport in 2020?
C) Will launch on BT Sport?

Mr K 21-08-2019 18:29

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 36006935)
I know that WWE NXT is coming to the USA Network on September 18th.

What about the UK?

A) Not broadcasting in UK?
B) Will launch on Sky Sports then move to BT Sport in 2020?
C) Will launch on BT Sport?

How about the Disney Channel.? More appropriate than any sports channel.

Media Boy UK 30-09-2019 20:31

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Former WWE star Rick Bognar, AKA 'Fake' Razor Ramon has died aged 49.

RIP. Say goodnight to the bad guy.

Russ 02-10-2019 05:35

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr K (Post 36006936)
How about the Disney Channel.? More appropriate than any sports channel.

In that case why isn’t Eastenders or Coronation Street on the Disney channel?

---------- Post added at 05:35 ---------- Previous post was at 05:34 ----------

Quote:

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 36012372)
Former WWE star Rick Bognar, AKA 'Fake' Razor Ramon has died aged 49.

RIP. Say goodnight to the bad guy.

Not really, Scott Hall was the only Bad Guy.

Mr K 10-10-2019 17:24

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Russ (Post 36012501)
In that case why isn’t Eastenders or Coronation Street on the Disney channel?

Corrie and EastEnders aren't pretending to be a sport !

Russ 10-10-2019 18:22

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Neither is pro-wrestling. It’s not pretending to be anything.

Media Boy UK 04-01-2020 01:04

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BT gets more WWE.

Just days after the WWE moving from Sky to BT. BT.com has revealed that both NXT and NXT UK will also be shown on BT Sport.

As time of posting

-NXT will be shown LIVE every Wednesday Night at 1am (Early Thursday)
-NXT will replay all week long.
-NXT UK will start on January 8th at 5pm.

Media Boy UK 21-01-2020 13:20

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WWE coming to Freeview.

ViacomCBS has signed an deal to broadcast WWE in the UK on top of the BT Sports deal.

WWE will soon start broadcasting on Channel 5:

-WWE Raw (one hour visions)
-WWE Smackdown (one hour visions)

WWE will soon start broadcasting on Paramount Network:

-WWE NXT UK

https://advanced-television.com/2020...-on-channel-5/

TheDaddy 17-06-2022 16:02

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Vince has stepped down as CEO then...


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