News and Rumors
08-13-99

Hello readers, as you can see there's no headlines today, but the pictures says it all doesn't it? Well on to the news and rumors.

The big news for today is the suprise return of "The Bulldog" Davey Boy Smith. Well its great to see this fine athlete back in the WWF. As you may all know, The Bulldog suffered an almost career ending injury more than half a year ago on Nitro. In case for those who dont know what happened, he was bodyslammed on "The Warrior's" trap door (remember how Warrior used enter and leave the ring magically through the smoke? well there was a trap door right in the center of the ring, they covered it by placing a big nitro logo in the ring. But as you can all see now the logo is gone and so is the Warrior.). Well after that The Bulldog was practically a vegetable for the first few weeks and doctors even said that he may never walk again, and after hearing all this, WCW decided to let him go, because there practically paying him for just lying there. But the Bulldog made a vow that he'll get better and make his return. This was all in the name of Owen Hart RIP. He's scheduled to have an interview taped on Thursday with Jim Ross and you can view it on WWF.com or on RAW. I can't wait to see what he has to say.

Still on the subject of WWF, For any one who lives in the states RAW is WAR will be pre-empted on the USA network because of the annual, US Open. Well, this is WCW's chance to really get back in the ratings war, and if they put on a few GREAT shows, they might have a slight chance of getting back into things. Anyway, here is the schedule for when RAW is WAR will be pre-empted:
- August 30, and September 6, RAW is WAR will be shown 2 hours later from 11:00pm EST to 1:00am.
- September 5, Sunday Night Heat will be shown a half hour early. 6:30pm EST to 7:30.

Also, another match has been added to the SummerSlam Card. It will be a tag team turmoil match. It will feature 6 teams: Edge & Christian, Viscera & Mideon, Droz & Prince Albert, The Hardy Boyz, the Acolytes, Val Venis & The Godfather, and finally, everybody's favorite, the Hardcore Hollys (you have to watch next weeks RAW to get it, or atleast read the Spoilers). Now, this match will be an elimination type match, and the team that wins will become the number one contendors for the tag team titles and will probaly battle the next night on RAW, against the team of X-Pac/Kane or UT/Big Show depending on what goes down that night.

Now for anyone who cares, rumors are that the WWF has officially release Kurrgan. Now the WWF has almost released the whole oddities. All that remains is Silva. Word is that the WWF is very impressed by his progress and they still have hope for him.

On an interesting note, tonight at 9:00 PM EST, Rena Mero (Sable), Goldberg, and Diamond Dallas Page will all be appearing on Larry King Live. It should be interesting to see what they have to say. The show airs at 9:00 PM EST. tonight on CNN.

Now for alittle WCW news. According to Dave Meltzer, Ric Flair may be on his way out of WCW so to speak. It seems that Flair and WCW are negotiating a deal that allows the Nature Boy out of his contract early. And it's no secret that things haven't been kosher between Flair and WCW stemming back from the lawsuits between the two sides in April 1998. After of five months of sitting on the sidelines, Flair returned to WCW in September 1998 in one of the most memorable moments in wrestling history. However, it was all down hill from there for the former 14-time World Heavyweight Champion. In recent months, WCW bookers have buried Ric Flair and made him look like a complete fool on television. At age 50, Flair is, or I should now say was, a solid ratings draw for a company that can use any kind of decent rating these days. However, Flair lost all credibility due to WCW's booking and fans are no longer interested in Flair as a wrestling commodity.

And this past Monday's Nitro event from the Idaho Center in Boise, ID may have been the nail in the coffin for Ric Flair's pro-wrestling career on a major league level. As most of you know, reports were running rampant in days preceding Nitro that Flair would be booked to put over Shane Douglas, his bitter enemy, in some fashion on the show. Flair and Douglas have hated each for many years and Flair publicly stated that he would not work with Douglas in WCW. Flair planned to attend Nitro and ask WCW management to be taken off television for the rest of the summer. Flair wanted to work house shows, but did not want to appear on television. None of that happened, however, as Flair could not obtain medical clearance to wrestle and did not even attend Nitro on Monday night. Flair cited arthritis in his back, probably arising from the plane crash and subsequent back surgery in 1975, as the reason he could receive medical release from doctors to wrestle.

WCW was reportedly so angry that Ric Flair no showed Nitro that they took the WCW United States Title off of David Flair. As you probably could tell by the Thunder tapings for the August 12 show, David was supposed to obtain the services of Meng as a bodyguard on Nitro. WCW nixed those plans and took the belt off of David Flair in favor of Chris Benoit. Ric Flair was extremely upset at this change of plans and is now pushing harder than ever for a release from his WCW contract. According to Meltzer, Flair told his agent, Barry Bloom, to negotiate some sort of release from his WCW contract while he was over in Japan with his son Reid for an amateur wrestling tournament. Apparently, the two sides are now close to an agreement that would give Ric an "early retirement." Basically, Ric would no longer be associated with WCW, but could not work for the WWF until his contract expires in February 2001. It's unclear whether Flair could work Independent shows. While none of this information is set in stone, don't be surprised if this news pops up within the next few days.

If Ric Flair indeed receives his release from World Championship Wrestling, it more than likely means his career as a professional wrestler on the major league level is over. If Flair is released, he could not work for the World Wrestling Federation until February 2001. While it's not out of the question that the WWF would hire Flair in 2001, it would probably in a non-wrestling capacity since Flair would be 52 years old at that point. As mentioned above, Flair is reportedly suffering from arthritis in his back, which could conceivably mean the end of Ric Flair's in-ring career anyway.

At this stage in the game, I think it's best if Ric Flair and WCW sever their relationship as the situation is slowly degenerating week after week. It's unfortunate to see a legend the caliber of "Nature Boy" Ric Flair being treated the way he has been treated by WCW over the last six months, but I guess it epitomizes the situation right now in World Championship Wrestling.
Credit the 4 paragraphs concerning Ric Flair to Wrestlingheadlines.com

WCW Live! reports that Scott Hall should be returning to WCW in two or three weeks.

Here's some news on the WCW Album that will probably be called WCW Mayhem. Expect Kid Rock, ICP, and Master P to all have songs on the album, and the album will drop on October 19, 1999. It's looking to be really good. But don't expect any actual wrestler themes.

Rumor has it that Dan "The Beast" Severn is in serious talks with WCW. Now even if Severn is brought into WCW, it will be interesting how they use him since he really doesn't have the charisma to be a huge star in the pro wrestling world. My opinion is that Severn should stay in the UFC. Its where he belongs.

Well thats about the news and rumors today.

krammark

News and Rumors
08-12-99

False rumor exposed, Dustin Runnels a.k.a. Goldust's WCW debut, Hugh Morris upset with WCW, Stone Cold to appear on Teen Choice awards tonight and much more........

Theres nothing much to say today besides that were probally not going to have a wcw much of a WCW mutimedia section, becuase I really dont feel like waiting till Wednesday (remember, I dont get Nitro till Wednesday, I live in Canada) to record Dennis Rodman and Macho Man having a contest on who can say bitch the most times in one segment. And same goes for video. But I might be doing WCW in later times. As it pertains to WWF Ill be getting the feeds from WWF.com, and as for the sound clips I'll do it myself. As for the video cards, and etc., I can't upload more than 1 mb (thats less space than a little diskette) of video on to this site. So whatever video I do upload, it'll look pretty shitty so I might as well link. Boy, long paragraph, but fear not I haven't forgot about the news and rumors, so here we go.

First off, there's been a rumor going around the net that Kane has been in a bad car accident and it might end his career. Now let me rest assure that this is completely false. For any of you thats interested this rumor got started by some person who impersonated another poster, who actually has a repuation, and started to post that trash.

Here's the card so far for SummerSlam '99:
(Oh yea, just for any of those who don't care to read Spoilers, the card may contain some brief ones)

- World Title - HHH vs. Austin vs. Mankind (Ventura as guest referee)
- The Rock vs. Mr. Ass
- Shane McMahon vs. Test (Loser must leave Stephanie alone)
- Tag Titles - Kane & X-Pac vs. Undertaker & Big Show
- Hardcore Title - Big Bossman vs. Al Snow
- Lion's Den Weapons Match - Ken Shamrock vs. Steve Blackman
- Women's title - Ivory vs. Tori
- Euro/IC Title - D'Lo Brown vs. Jeff Jarrett (Rumored)

On the subject of SummerSlam, there was a supposed to be a stipulation. Now the rumor is that the stip. would be that the loser cannot use his catch phrases. Bad Ass being, "You can kiss my Royal Ass," and Rock's, well we all know the Rock's Catch Phrases

Want to chat with D'Lo ? Well, if you have American Online, you can. D'Lo will be chatting with fans on Thursday, August 19th, on AOL Live. The chat will begin at 8:00pm EST. To enter the chat, go to keyword: LIVE.

Just a reminder to all, Austin and Debra (not too sure about Debra) will be appearing at tonight Teen Choice Awards.

Now onto some WCW news. Rumor has it that Hugh Morrus apparently was very upset after Monday night's Nitro, when Insane Clown Posse member, Violent J used the Moonsault AKA No Laughing matter (thats Morris' finisher). Apparently there is some sort of code backstage in WCW that you just don't use another wrestler's finishing move (LOL, what childish bullshit), and that's what Violent J did, and Hugh Morrus was apparently very upset.

Another Reminder, WCW.com website reports that DDP and Goldberg will be guests on tonight's edition of Larry King Live on CNN.

And last but not least in today's news and rumors Dustin Runnels AKA Goldust will most likely re-debut in WCW very soon, and possibly as soon as this Saturday (Yes, it's on Saturday) at Road Wild. Dustin apparently was on his way to Sturgis along with the other WCW wrestlers, so it is expected he will be at the pay per view, unless WCW decides not to use him. Dustin will most likely go by his old WCW name, Dustin Rhodes, and may be put in to the West Texas Rednecks angle.

Well, thats about it for today's news and rumors, have a good day.

krammark

News and Rumors
08-11-99

Raw/Summerslam Changes *SPOILER*, Bossman to appear on Star Trek?!, Hogan to actually retire, New stuff on WCW Mayham, Stevie Richard's WWF debut and much more in todays news and rumors.

Well, just for anyone that cares not to read the spoiler, I'll warn you before it comes. Other than that there's nothing more to say, and on to the news and rumors.

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The main event for WWF's Summerslam PPV has recently been changed. The original match up between HHH and Steve Austin seemed to take a swerve on Monday night when Chyna won the #1 contenders spot to face Austin at the PPV. With the Austin vs. HHH match being heavily plugged the past few weeks many wonder how the WWF would find a way to fit HHH into the equation.
Last night the WWF taped next week's edition of Raw is War, which seemed to focus heavily on the world title situation. Making his return to Raw, Mankind defeated Chyna to gain the #1 contender's spot. Mankind then later had to defend his #1 contender's spot against HHH. The HHH vs. Mankind match ended in a draw and a triple threat world title match for Summerslam was announced. The main event is now Steve Austin vs. HHH vs. Mankind.

According to Dave Meltzer, the reasoning for the triple threat match is basically based on two things:

#1 - Austin's knee injury is worse than expected. Austin still hasn't wrestled since the injury and may be kept off house shows until after the PPV. WWF officials were relying heavily on the Austin vs. HHH match and felt that they could put on a match that would carry the PPV in itself. Since Austin is injured, adding Mankind to the equation makes the match technically and physically easier for Austin.

#2 - By having Mankind in the main event, it makes it easier to put HHH over and win the title without having Austin job to HHH. Once Austin recovers, they may go back to the HHH and Austin feud, setting the program back up for an upcoming PPV.

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While on the subject of yesturdays Raw taping, Stevie Richards finally made his WWF debut in a dark match against Mideon. Now since it was a dark match, its very unlikely that it'll be aired next week. Richards won that match up for any of you wondering.

An interesting piece of news. Star Trek: Voyager has been negotiating with the WWF in signing Big Bossman as an on and off character (Someone who makes frequent appearences, but not on every show). The producers say they have a solid concept for the Bossman to fit in the series.

The WWF has already made plans on building a WWF themed restaurant in New York. It will be called WWF New York. No word has been said on when the restaurant will open.

Now enough with the WWF, onto alittle WCW.

In an update on Fit Finlay, Fit's knee is apparently still bothering him a great deal despite having surgery recently. Finlay cut his leg open in a Hardcore match at a recent WCW house show. He apparently has lost feeling in his leg, and may need more surgery. We wish Finlay the best.

In video game's news today, there has been 100 new screenshots and 15 new videos of WCW's new video game, Mayham. Its being made by EA just for your information. If you want to check those clips and pics out just click HERE.

In the "internet" news yesterday, rumors are flying around that "Hollywood" Hulk Hogan is seriously considering retirement. His knee is apparently bothering him very much, and that's most likely one of the main reasons. If this is true, and Hogan is seriously considering retiring, then his last match may be this Saturday at Road Wild against Kevin Nash in the career match. And by the way, why would WCW want to make Nash reitre, when he's basically still in his prime? It should be interesting to see how WCW plays this angle out.

Chris Jericho is telling friends he received a $400,000 per year downside guarantee from the WWF. He has said publicly hecould have receive more money to stay in WCW, but felt he would have more of a chance in the WWF to earn well above his downside. He is expected to make his debut on the 8/9 Raw is War from Chicago, Illinois under a "man of the millennium/the millennium man?" character. He doesn't look to be wrestling on the show, and probably won't either at the 8/22 Summerslam PPV, where he was expected to take on Road Dogg.

Another little tidbit about the Vince McMahon going of TV thing. The WWF stated unless ratings start to go down because of his absence, Vince McMahon is convincing people he plans to stay off the air for a long time. There is some talk that Shane McMahon should rise above his current mid-card Mean Street Posse role and eventually place his father in the main event mix. Meltzer says Vince McMahon's farewell interview on the 7/26 Raw is War from Cleveland, Ohio peaked to a 9.0 rating in the minute-by-minute ratings. When Shane did his own interview for the 8/2 show, all the things he stated were apparently the things his father has wanted to say for a while, which were basically that he built everything in the WWF.

Well thats about it for todays news and rumors, sorry for the delay and I know that the last 2 paragraphs are about the WWF and not the WCW like I stated, but I had to squeeze those 2 paragraphs in somewhere.

krammark

News and Rumors
08-10-99

Raw thoughts(I know it ain't news but hey, its my site), real reason why Flair is "out" for the summer, another beauty to enter the WWF, and much more.....

Hey everyone, I'm back here again, and yesturdays Raw was excellent, to say the least. And im also pretty glad to see that TSN wasn't dumb enough to cut "The Biggest Raw Ever." Well now on to the news and rumors.

First off, I liked to say that yesturday's RAW was one of the few Raw(or Nitros) that actually kept me on the edge of my seat throughout the whole 2 hours. I know this sounds really "markish" of me, but when I heard/saw the millenium counter ticking down to zero, I literally had my face pushed up agaisnt the TV set. I have to say that, that was one of the best entrances of all time. Oh well, you clicked the link to read the news and not my thoughts, so no onto the real news and rumors.

Most of you had heard by now that Ric Flair has been talking to WCW officials about getting him off WCW TV for the summer. Now the part that we didn;t know is why he wanted to get off. Was it because he knew he sucked(not to disrespect him, he was great in his time. Remember TIME is the key word in that sentence)? Well that wasn't the case. The real reason why he wasn't on Nitro yesturday, or won't be on Nitro for the summer is because he hasn't recieved medical clearence to wrestle again. Doctors say he has developed arthritis in his lower back, the kind that may be related to his 1975 plane crash in which he broke his back. I hope he gets better.

If you all saw Nitro last night(which i didn't since Nitro doesn't air till Wednesday in Canada) you all know that the Main Evnet at Road Wild (Nash vs. Hogan for the title) will be a career match. Which means that the loser will have to retire. Now obviously, we all know that Nash is going to win, since he is the younger and more popular of the two. Now when Hogan loses don't expect Hogan to disappear from WCW TV. It's rumored that he does lose in this career match, he'll probally go back to his old yellow and red if he does return. Its been rumored that he'll go back to the Hulkmania gimmick for awhile now, and this looks like a good oppertunity for him to do so.

On interesting tidbit, the date when Bret Hart returns will be the day after Road Wild. And If Nash or Hogan does win at Road Wild one of them "will be gone forever." Now it's rumored that Bret will feud with Hogan during the fall and win the world title only to drop it do Kevin Nash during a winter feud. Now one problem, after Saturday night, either Kevin Nash or Hulk Hogan may be gone since career matches aren't true to it's stipulation. But if one of these two giants of the wrestling world departs for good, what will happen to one of Bret's two feuds? But was only rumor to begin with so it.

According to Mark Madden, the hummer driver will be revealed at Road Wild and it will most likely be former UFC fighter, Tank Abbot. Now personally if it turns out to be Abbot, he can live up to be the baddest man on the planet but it would be a huge disappointment in my mind since this angle was the biggest angle for WCW in 1999.

For all of you that are interested in New Japan Pro Wrestling, Goldberg will be appearing in one of their big dome shows just 3 days after the millennium (for all of you who don't know when it is January 4, 1999) Now enough with WCW news, now onto the WWF.

Now as I stated above, there will be a new model entering the WWF for who knows how long. She is non other than Cindy Margolis. All we know is that she'll be appearing on the next Smackdown, doing some commentary with the King. For all of you who don't know who she is (such as myself) you can check out her website at cindymargolis.com. Here is pic just to get you started.

For all of you who care, here are the billboard video sales for the past month:
The first number represents this week's standing for the video, and the second number represents last week's standing.

1--1--WWF: Hell Yeah-Stone Cold's Saga Continues
2--3--WWF: The Rock-Know Your Role
3--5--WWF: Best Of Raw Vol. 1
4--2--The Official 1999 NBA Finals Video
5--6--WWF: Austin 3:16 Uncensored P
6--4--The Official 1999 NHL Stanley Cup Championship Video
7--7--WWF: Come Get Some-The Women Of The WWF
8--8--Michael Jordan: His Airness
9--9--WWF: 'Cause Stone Cold Said So
10-10-WWF: Best Of Survivor Series-1987-1997

Courtesy: Billboard

Well that about raps it up for todays news and rumors. Sorry for the lack of WWF news but I guess it was just a slow day at Titan Towers.

krammark