- Publisher’s Weekly has posted the following regarding Chris Jericho’s upcoming autobiography:
Publisher's Weekly wrote the following about the forthcoming Chris Jericho autobiography, "A Lion's Tale": "This funny, insightful and compulsively readable autobiography by professional wrestling superstar Lion Heart Jericho matches fellow wrestler Mick Foley's bestselling Have a Nice Day! Jericho reached international stardom after joining the media juggernaut World Wrestling Entertainment (formerly WWF) in 1999, but this book neglects his many accomplishments since then, such as his legendary same-night defeat of wrestling powerhouses the Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin to become the WWE's first undisputed heavyweight champion. Instead, Jericho recounts the fascinating story of his early years—in effect, a short history of world wrestling trends since 1960—from his brutal early training in his native Canada through finally being invited to join the WWE. Jericho ignores or glosses over controversial topics like steroid use, preferring to keep things light and cheery. His hilarious and detailed descriptions of his many bouts, especially his 1995 calling card match in Japan before 10,000 fans, will leave readers hoping for a sequel."
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Partial Source: PWInsider.com
-- The RAW Rating has been delayed but should be released sometime later today.
-- In the latest edition of “SKY†magazine, they are featuring a photo of Triple H with a caption that is stating that he will be headlining this year’s WWE Unforgiven Pay-per view. The magazine showed no indication on who his opponent may be.
-- Over in the UK, Sky Sports is running advertisements stating that Mark Henry would be facing against the Undertaker at Unforgiven. However, that same advertisement is saying that Batista would be facing The Great Khali in a Punjabi Prison Match. Obviously that match was dropped from the card.
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Source: PWInsider.com
- A commercial aired in the Indianapolis, Indiana market last night during the airing of ECW on Sci Fi for the upcoming SmackDown/ECW tapings in the city on Tuesday, September 25th. The commercial promoted a special dark match main event featuring Batista & Undertaker vs. WWE World Champion The Great Khali & Mark Henry. This will be after the Unforgiven pay-per-view.
- For those wondering where the RAW rating is, Nielsen was late on releasing the ratings yesterday so look for the number to be posted here on the site some time later today.
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Source - Headline Planet
For the past several years, a number of individuals in the pro wrestling media have been advocating for an "off season" that would allow WWE performers a few months to rest their bodies and spend time with family. The Chris Benoit family tragedy gave that proposal increased exposure, although if an F4WOnline.com report is correct, it will not be implemented.
Figure 4 Weekly reports that WWE employees have approached WWE Chairman Vince McMahon with the idea multiple times over the last few months. McMahon completely rejected the idea on all occasions and does not appear to be loosening his stance.
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Source - Wrestling Observer Newsletter
Karlene Boutwell of Nashville, Tennessee will be getting a jury trial in a $100,000 lawsuit filed against Sandman (James Fullington) and WWE. The case is scheduled to be heard on November 4th. Boutwell alleges that she injured her back, aggravated a pre-existing condition, and was exposed to Sandman's blood while he was making his entrance during the August 8, 2006 edition of ECW on Sci-Fi.
WWE attempted to get the case thrown out after they released footage that didn't show anything out of the ordinary. WWE has also argued that they shouldn't even be listed in the lawsuit since Sandman is not an employee, but an independent contractor.
Publisher's Weekly wrote the following about the forthcoming Chris Jericho autobiography, "A Lion's Tale": "This funny, insightful and compulsively readable autobiography by professional wrestling superstar Lion Heart Jericho matches fellow wrestler Mick Foley's bestselling Have a Nice Day! Jericho reached international stardom after joining the media juggernaut World Wrestling Entertainment (formerly WWF) in 1999, but this book neglects his many accomplishments since then, such as his legendary same-night defeat of wrestling powerhouses the Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin to become the WWE's first undisputed heavyweight champion. Instead, Jericho recounts the fascinating story of his early years—in effect, a short history of world wrestling trends since 1960—from his brutal early training in his native Canada through finally being invited to join the WWE. Jericho ignores or glosses over controversial topics like steroid use, preferring to keep things light and cheery. His hilarious and detailed descriptions of his many bouts, especially his 1995 calling card match in Japan before 10,000 fans, will leave readers hoping for a sequel."
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Partial Source: PWInsider.com
-- The RAW Rating has been delayed but should be released sometime later today.
-- In the latest edition of “SKY†magazine, they are featuring a photo of Triple H with a caption that is stating that he will be headlining this year’s WWE Unforgiven Pay-per view. The magazine showed no indication on who his opponent may be.
-- Over in the UK, Sky Sports is running advertisements stating that Mark Henry would be facing against the Undertaker at Unforgiven. However, that same advertisement is saying that Batista would be facing The Great Khali in a Punjabi Prison Match. Obviously that match was dropped from the card.
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Source: PWInsider.com
- A commercial aired in the Indianapolis, Indiana market last night during the airing of ECW on Sci Fi for the upcoming SmackDown/ECW tapings in the city on Tuesday, September 25th. The commercial promoted a special dark match main event featuring Batista & Undertaker vs. WWE World Champion The Great Khali & Mark Henry. This will be after the Unforgiven pay-per-view.
- For those wondering where the RAW rating is, Nielsen was late on releasing the ratings yesterday so look for the number to be posted here on the site some time later today.
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Source - Headline Planet
For the past several years, a number of individuals in the pro wrestling media have been advocating for an "off season" that would allow WWE performers a few months to rest their bodies and spend time with family. The Chris Benoit family tragedy gave that proposal increased exposure, although if an F4WOnline.com report is correct, it will not be implemented.
Figure 4 Weekly reports that WWE employees have approached WWE Chairman Vince McMahon with the idea multiple times over the last few months. McMahon completely rejected the idea on all occasions and does not appear to be loosening his stance.
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Source - Wrestling Observer Newsletter
Karlene Boutwell of Nashville, Tennessee will be getting a jury trial in a $100,000 lawsuit filed against Sandman (James Fullington) and WWE. The case is scheduled to be heard on November 4th. Boutwell alleges that she injured her back, aggravated a pre-existing condition, and was exposed to Sandman's blood while he was making his entrance during the August 8, 2006 edition of ECW on Sci-Fi.
WWE attempted to get the case thrown out after they released footage that didn't show anything out of the ordinary. WWE has also argued that they shouldn't even be listed in the lawsuit since Sandman is not an employee, but an independent contractor.