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WWE Total Divas Season 5 Episode 8: Peace of Cake

March 9, 2016 Scott Fishman

This week on Total Divas, WWE announcer Renee Young expresses her enjoyment in riding a scooter around town to the Bella Twins, which interests Brie. It turns out she and Bryan only have one car and are interested in purchasing some new wheels. Nikki doesn’t think that mode of transportation is a good option, and Brie should stay away from a scooter. Brie tells Nikki she wouldn’t get one, to ease her concerns. Brie then proceeds to go with Renee to look at a scooter she found on Craigslist. Imagine putting an ad online … and having WWE performers show up? Anyway, Bryan […]

TNA Impact Wrestling’s Jade on finding success in The Dollhouse

March 7, 2016 Scott Fishman

The Dollhouse has become one of TNA Impact Wrestling’s most interesting acts — and a focal point of the Knockouts division. The eclectic group saw some changes in leadership with the exit of Taryn Terrell and, later, Awesome Kong. Through it all, playtime continues for the trio of Jade, Marti Bell and Rebel as they explore their respective identities. Jade in particular has broken out from the pack. The skilled performer goes for the Knockouts championship against Gail Kim Tuesday at 9/8CT on Pop TV. “It has been a challenge, because back-to-back stuff has been happening and we didn’t know what […]

WWE Total Divas Season 5 Episode 7: Hart of the Matter

March 2, 2016 Scott Fishman

What’s in a name? A lot when it comes to Natalya on this week’s Total Divas. Natalya is feeling a little frustrated about not being used more prominently in televised storylines. At the same time, she is questioned by some of her co-workers about why she hasn’t taken husband TJ Wilson’s last name. Natalya feels a deep connection to the Neidhart name and the lineage associated with it. This includes being the niece of Bret Hart and granddaughter of the late family patriarch, Stu Hart. She believes, instead, that TJ should consider taking her last name and be all progressive and […]

Eli Drake on being one of TNA Impact Wrestling’s brightest new stars

February 29, 2016 Scott Fishman

TNA Impact Wrestling’s focus has been rebuilding and creating new stars for its brand. Count Eli Drake among those looking to make their mark. The 33-year-old has emerged from a background player to the forefront thanks to his loud-mouthed and arrogant swagger. The wheels for his signing started turning when his promoter, David Marquez of Championship Wrestling from Hollywood, and TNA creative’s Dave Lagana were in communication. Because of his work in developmental and NXT, Drake — real name Shaun Ricker — was also recommended by WWE to TNA’s talent relations head John Gaburick. Within a month he was set up with […]

Michael Elgin on signing with New Japan and Ring of Honor’s 14th Anniversary Show

February 24, 2016 Scott Fishman

Michael Elgin saw another of his dreams realized recently when he signed a two-year contract with New Japan Pro-Wrestling. The powerhouse performer is excited to represent the company, teaming with Hiroshi Tanahashi to face the Briscoes at Ring of Honor’s 14th Anniversary Show Friday, Feb. 26 at 9/8CT on pay-per-view. “I think me and Tanahashi made a great tag team as part of the World Tag League late last year,” Elgin says. “I’m glad we can compete together stateside. I think it will be a heck of a match with the Briscoes. When they say they are one of the […]

WWE Total Divas Season 5 Episode 6: End of a Friendship?

February 24, 2016 Scott Fishman

Nikki Bella is feeling lonely this week on Total Divas, but it turns out to be more than just separation anxiety. As the episode starts, her boyfriend, John Cena, is away, fulfilling his business commitments. She wants to stay with Brie while he is gone. However, her sister believes Nikki is too needy and clingy. John suffers a broken nose in a match and is sidelined at home. This time around, Nikki is on the road and wants to stay with Brie in the hotel room, but Brie wants some alone time. Nikki doesn’t get the message. Brie kicks Nikki […]

EC3 on being one of TNA Impact Wrestling’s biggest success stories

February 22, 2016 Scott Fishman

Ethan Carter III — EC3 — for short has ventured into uncharted waters lately on TNA Impact Wrestling. The former world champion has made the transition from despised villain to fan favorite in a matter of weeks. Despite the different response from the audience, the root of the EC3 character hasn’t changed much. The progression has been organic with the performer earning the audience’s respect in his recent battles with current TNA champ Matt Hardy. The two will battle for the title in a “six sides of steel” match, headlining a stacked card of caged action during the Lockdown edition […]

WWE Total Divas Season 5 Episode 5: Come Reign or Shine

February 17, 2016 Scott Fishman

This week on Total Divas Nikki Bella becomes the longest reigning WWE Diva’s champion in history. However, it’s not without sacrifice as the dedicated performer is wrestling with pain in her neck and back. A lot of the problems stem from the execution of her move called the Rack Attack, which she does an almost nightly basis. Her twin sister Brie becomes concerned and wants Nikki to put her health first. With the record in reach, Nikki looks for ways to get her through including getting ozone injections to loosen the muscles in the neck. In the end, this episode […]

Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque: WWE Network’s Global Cruiserweight Series is a game changer

February 16, 2016 Scott Fishman

Athletic and innovative cruiserweights from around the world will take center stage in one of WWE’s most ambitious projects to date. The WWE Network’s Global Cruiserweight Series will premiere Wednesday, July 13 at 9/8CT. Viewers will look on as 32 participants test their skills against fellow emerging stars in a 10-week tournament from Full Sail University in Orlando. Only one can lay claim to being called the best cruiserweight in the world. The concept is yet another way Paul “Triple H” Levesque and the WWE is thinking outside the box — perhaps like never before. Levesque — the WWE’s executive vice president of talent, live […]

Abyss on staying loyal to TNA Impact Wrestling and the rise of The Decay

February 15, 2016 Scott Fishman

Abyss found new life on TNA Impact Wrestling television as a member of The Decay. This assemblage of oddities, which includes the deranged Crazzy Steve and Rosemary, has already wreaked havoc. Looking like something out of American Horror Story, The Decay is becoming a force within the promotion, and Abyss couldn’t be happier. “I’ve been around the last 14 years, so it’s hard to sit back and say I’m doing something fresh,” he said. “This is kind of new and different. It’s outside-the-box a bit. I have to credit [TNA creative team member] Billy Corgan a lot for it. Billy […]