Wrestling 2005

[BeZerker2007]

I wouldn't be opposed to the DX/NWO feud but I think the WWE should have plotted the storylines together when they had purchased WCW and see what they can do later on in the future regarding wcw and wwe wrestlers. If I remember correctly they had something going with Triple H back when NWO was in WWE that never was made of anything because after that nash got hurt and that caused the wwe to get rid of the nwo for good.

 

[Dillon]

According to a number of sources, Kurt Angle is rumored to be surprisingly returning to action with Mixed Martial Arts (MMA).

Dave Hawk, Angle's manager, has apparently contacted media outlets in recent days, informing that Angle is slated to make his MMA debut in 2007. Angle also recently revealed his desire to work in MMA when interviewed with magazine Real Fighter.

One name being touted as a possible opponent for Kurt Angle is former WWE Tough Enough winner Daniel Puder, who has been making comments about fighting Angle in UFC next year. Whether this is legitimate or just a stunt to increase interest is unknown. The name of Brock Lesnar is also being thrown around as a possible opponent for Angle. The pair are no strangers to each other after having a memorable feud in WWE, which included them headlining WrestleMania in Seattle, Washington.

If Angle were to appear in MMA, it would raise the profile with the curiosity factor, which could in turn lead to higher interest levels, ratings, and PPV buyrates. His signing could also pull in the crossover fans, and even new ones.

Angle's injuries remain an issue and whether he could compete in MMA with them remains to be seen. One thing that is for certain, since his departure from World Wrestling Entertainment, Angle has become one of the most-wanted commodities in the wrestling industry.

 

[blackmetal]

I don't think its going to happen because:

1.he left WWE because of numerous injuries.And to think that he would go to mma where in one match he could get injuries equal to a month of matches in wwe.

2.I doubt that Vince would let that pass.Look what happend to Lesnar when he quit wwe.Now i can only imagine what he would be capable of doing to keep Angle on his show.

3.Why would he rush thihgs ?He said it him self that from his amature wrestling days to his days in the wwe he has been working nono stop for the last 20 years.So what is the point of saying "im done with this" and then going to mma?

 

[Dillon]

As noted earlier today, The Boogeyman (Marty Wright) was released from WWE.

Dave Scherer is reporting that Wright had been out rehabbing leg injuries and was pretty close to returning. There had also been rumblings that management felt he wasn't doing enough to get back into shape and showed lack of commitment. Scherer also reports that he had not been checking in with doctors for checkups. When his attitude didn't change, he was released.

 

[blackmetal]

Now this sucks!I loved the Boogeyman.I think popularity wise he was bigger then half the smackdown roster.No Smackdown is really in some deep,deep shit.

 

[khawajafarid]

is cena a part of dx now?

 

[Dillon]

Angle to TNA!

 

[bobobill]

TNA issued the following press release upon the conclusion of their No Surrender PPV:

TNA WRESTLING MAKES TWO MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENTS
Signs Kurt Angle
iMPACT! Moves To 9 PM on Spike TV Starting Thursday, November 16

Nashville, TN, September 24, 2006 – Total Nonstop Action (TNA) Wrestling announced today that Olympic gold medalist and pro wrestling megastar Kurt Angle has signed exclusively with the company. It was also announced that TNA iMPACT! will move to 9:00 PM ET/PT Thursdays on Spike TV starting November 16.

“This has been a huge week in our company’s history,” said Dixie Carter, president of TNA Entertainment, LLC. “The signing of Kurt Angle and the move of iMPACT! to 9 PM are both significant benchmarks in the growth of TNA. The history of pro wrestling is marked with events that change the landscape of the industry and I believe that this week will be viewed in that context.”

Angle, a 2-time NCAA Division I champion and a 3-time NCAA Division I All-American, capped off his illustrious amateur career by winning a gold medal in freestyle wrestling at the 1996 Olympics, competing with two cracked vertebrae, two herniated disks and four pulled muscles.

On November 14, 1999, Angle made his on-screen debut with the World Wrestling Federation. Since then, this 5-time WWE World Champion has held every major championship belt in WWF/E. He was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2003.

“Kurt is considered the greatest wrestler in professional wrestling,” added Carter. “His in-ring ability is matched only by his leadership and attitude. We are thrilled Kurt is joining the TNA family and we look forward to a long, successful relationship.”

“Being with TNA feels like I found my home,” Kurt Angle commented. “TNA will be the most watched show on cable TV – it’s just a matter of time. Thank you TNA for saving my career, my life and my desire to do what I love.”

TNA also announced it will premiere in primetime on Spike TV starting Thursday, November 16, kicking-off with a two-hour extravaganza from 9:00 – 11:00 PM, ET/PT to celebrate the move. The following Thursday, TNA can be seen in its regularly scheduled timeslot (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT), with encores continuing to telecast on Saturdays (11:00 PM – Midnight, ET/PT).

“We’ve been impressed by TNA’s growth and the acquisition of Kurt Angle today continues to show us that wrestling fans, as well as professional wrestlers, know that TNA is the place to be and now primetime on Spike TV is the place for them to be,” says Kevin Kay, General Manager of Spike TV.

That has to be one of the biggest shockers to hit wrestling in a long time. I'm really impressed on how they kept this from getting out. This is definately a great spot for Angle. He will have a very light schedule and will give him plenty of time off to heal when he needs being that they tape 2-3 shows every couple of weeks.

 

[blackmetal]

In the words off lil' Jon:"WHAAAAAATTTTTTTTT?????!!!!!!!!"What just like that?No court pursuing byVince?No controversy?No mma?Wasn't he injured?I qute again "WHAAAAAATTTTT?!!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!" :crazy: :banana: :eyebulge:

 

[nekkid]

Vince is not going to let Kurt Angle go to TNA. No way. Christian/Rhyno/DUdleyz is one thing but Kurt Angle is in the prime of his career and the best wrestler/top 3 that he has. TNA can't offer him anything except a lighter schule.

I stand corrected! what the hell?!?!? I seriously think they should be on mondays, at least fridays now. Angle gives TNA all the credibility in the world now. I am still in shock, holy hell!! Vince must be going crazy!!

I can't wait for angle vs. AJ

 

[Dillon]

Vince did the right thing.Knew he need time off.Kurt didn't want it.Vince released him hoping he rest and come back.Vince was nice for once in his life.Nice guys finish last.

 

[Dillon]

The following are comments from TNA president Dixie Carter on the signing of Kurt Angle:

“First, let me say to our talent and our staff, congratulations on our move to primetime. Each of you have worked so hard for this and deserve all the great things that will come with the move. To our fans, none of us would be here without you. Your belief in our product has made all of this possible, and from all of us, thank you. This is just the beginning. I hope the hype of our announcements last night lived up to or exceeded your expectations. In this industry, it is very hard to keep anything quiet. We are thrilled to have Kurt Angle join our team. Just like with all of our wrestlers, Kurt’s family and health will always come first. I’m sure you will be hearing from him in the coming weeks. I asked Kurt’s agent to provide me with a quote for our announcement release. Most times a publicist, manager or agent will prepare a statement for the talent. But after a long film shoot in Nashville last week that ended at midnight, Kurt sat down and hand wrote his heartfelt comments on a hotel note pad. Instead of just pulling a small part from that to use in the press release, I thought his fans would love to share in his full emotions from that night:

Here are the comments from Kurt Angle on joining TNA Wrestling:

“Being with TNA feels like I have finally found my home. I had fun in WWE at certain times, but I was never really happy. Now being a part of TNA, I know I have a purpose. I feel like I am part of history, part of a company that is not only on the rise • not only going to be the number-one watched wrestling show in the world within a short period of time • but TNA gives me an opportunity to spread my wings. This company has no limits to where it can go. The sky is the limit and the main reason is because they brought the “real” back into wrestling and that is a perfect fit for the greatest wrestler in USA Olympic history. I have room to grow here and to help TNA grow. Working for these caring and very giving employers of TNA makes me feel like I have a purpose and that the sky is the limit. I don’t feel trapped or held back like I did the first six years in my tenure with the other company. They held me back. Now, our wonderful audience will see the real Kurt Angle doing what I love to do • real wrestling • and that’s what puts a smile on my face each time I come to work. I even smile when I think about it. TNA will be the most watched television show on cable television. It’s only a matter of time. Now, I get the opportunity and privilege of being a part of it. Thank you TNA for saving my career, my life and my desire to do what I love. I will be here in some capacity for the rest of my life. That’s real…that’s damn real.” • Kurt Angle

 

[bobobill]

I can't wait for angle vs. AJ

I can't wait for Angle vs Joe

 

[Dillon]

The following is from WWE.com:

Former RAW General Manager Eric Bischoff has been seen wandering around Ford Arena • the site of tonight’s RAW.

What is so surprising about Bischoff’s presence is that he hasn’t been involved with WWE since he was fired last December by Mr. McMahon. So why is Bischoff showing up now? Perhaps, it’s because the WWE Chairman and Shane McMahon are out of commission from the beating they suffered at Unforgiven; with no GM on RAW to take control while the McMahons recover, there’s an opening for someone to take over. Is Bischoff trying to move back into WWE while the McMahons are recovering? If so, how does Jonathan Coachman feel about this?

Hopefully this question will be answered on RAW tonight at 9/8 CT on the USA Network.

 

[bobobill]

There sure are alot of surprises going on latley? Maybe Bischoff is going to be GM again. Another rumor going around is that Linda or Stephanie is going to be on Raw.

 

[blackmetal]

Am i the only one who thinks that Vince gave Angle litle bit to easily?I mean we are talking about a guy who was on Lesnar's ass for years.He didn't let Lesnar do anything connected where he could use his size.And now comes Angle who says he will return to the wwe and leaves the company.And all of the sudden he is on TNA and no lawsuits?No threats?Is Vince really gonna let this slide by?Or this is just "calm before the storm"?

 

[Dillon]

Kurt Angle will be the ringside enforcer at the 10/22 Bound for Glory PPV for the Sting vs. Jeff Jarrett main event.

It was just announced at the TNA TV tapings. Full spoilers later tonight.

 

[BeZerker2007]

Maybe Bischoff will be GM again, feud with DX, Bring back NWO, have NWO VS DX?


As far as angle is concerned, didn't Mcmahon suspend angle not too long after the the new ECW show began? McMahon likes to constantly pull the rug out of guys that work their butt off. Dudleys, Christian, now Angle many of these guys work their ass off for the company and yet Vince tends to always get the last word with the wrestlers by either not giving the title pushes they deserve (Christian), giving character names to people that made it (Dudleys). I like Angle chose TNA to continue his career and possibly stick it mcamahon at the same time.

 

[phynix]

Sweet I was right! Kurt in TNA in a Prime Time slot as well!
Bischoff was just plugging his book looks like they were trying to scrap together a story line as well?
Power cut to begin Raw, interestingly it felt like an old school ECW show!
Cena's still crap
Kane get stopped by some stairs to his head!
Flair is reduced to fighting Male cheer leaders and DX win..again either give them a champion ship or split them up because the same stuff gets boring really quick.

 

[bobobill]

The power outage did make it feel like it was an ECW event. Now they gotta do that every week for WWECW.