The SmarK Rant for WWE NXT – 12.12.12
Whoa, trippy date.
Also why the bloody hell am I getting ads on the WWE Network before shows again? I thought they knocked that crap off when they moved to Peacock. Considering how expensive it is to subscribe in Canada they should be plugging my blog or something.
Tony Khan Held Multiple Meetings With CM Punk Following AEW Brawl
More details have emerged about the aftermath of All Out 2022.
Vince McMahon Reimburses WWE Multimillion-Dollar Sum
Vince McMahon has paid WWE more than $17 million to cover the costs of the investigation into his conduct.
Rey Mysterio Finally Grants Dominik His WrestleMania Wish
Rey Mysterio finally reached breaking point, smashing Dominik in the face and the world loved it.
Smackdown
Date: March 24, 2023
Location: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada
Commentators: Michael Cole, Wade Barrett
We are eight days away from Wrestlemania and there isn’t much left to get ready for the show. The big things remaining is finding out who will be in the women’s showcase tag match, as there are three spots remaining. Other than that, expect a lot of hard pushes towards what is already announced. Let’s get to it.
Happy Stinky Saturday Everyone!
We’re back with another Stinker Review, where I look at a show with a bad reputation and see if it’s deserved. This week our target is WWF WrestleMania XI, a show that is wildly regarded as one of the worst Mania events ever. It was a show that was built around Bam Bam Bigelow facing off with famous American Footballer Lawrence Taylor, which is at least a big celebrity match with freak show appeal, but the under card isn’t really close to being Mania-Worthy.
However, maybe WrestleMania XI has been unfairly maligned and it’s better than people give it credit for? Let’s give it a chance to defend itself before we decide whether it deserves to be labelled as a Stinker.
You can view the card by clicking the link below;
https://www.cagematch.net/?id=1&nr=1925&page=3
Impact Wrestling
Date: March 23, 2023
Location: Sam’s Town Live, Las Vegas, Nevada
Commentators: Tom Hannifan, Matthew Rehwoldt
It is the night before Sacrifice and we are eight days away from Multiverse United. That means it is time to build up both shows at the last minute, as there is still some work that needs to be done. The good thing is that both shows already have quite a bit set and now the final touches can be applied. Let’s get to it.
Major Update On CM Punk’s Scathing AEW Comments
A new report has provided a major update on the backstage reaction in AEW to CM Punk’s recent comments
Big-Name Celebrity Takes Part In Secret WWE Training Session Ahead Of WrestleMania 39
WWE held a secret training session for a huge entertainment star ahead of potential involvement at WrestleMania 39.
Steve Austin Breaks The Hearts Of Zelda Fans Around The World
‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin has broken some news that will disappoint Zelda fans around the world.
Vince McMahon moderates another night of discussion. This time the panel features Gorilla Monsoon, Lord Alfred Hayes, Bobby Heenan, and Mr. Perfect.
A replay of WWF President Jack Tunney’s announcement on Superstars about the vacating of the WWF Championship is shown. Heenan hates the idea because Ric Flair should be handed the title instead of having to go through 29 superstars to get it. Perfect adds that Flair will prove that he is the “real world’s champion” in the Rumble.
Since this is supposedly his final year, I'm loving the idea of Sting earning a World Title shot against MJF. Build it up big for 3 weeks as him taking his last chance ever at the title, and blow it off with a hot Dynamite main event where Sting ALMOST pulls it off but MJF hits him with the ring or something. Could easily lead into a Darby vs. MJF PPV program from there if they wanted.
From the pages of WWF Magazine… this week, we look back at an issue featuring Hacksaw Jim Duggan that went to press in December of 1988 that sold for $2.50 in the U.S. and $3.25 in Canada.
The SmarK Rant for WWE Playlist – The Bloodline Complete Story
Oh yeah, now THIS is the kind of stuff that the WWE Network should be doing more of, replacing the old DVD compilations with 2 hour storyline recaps for those of us who don’t want to watch 25 hours of TV shows every week to catch up on the story headed into Wrestlemania.
Ring Of Honor
Date: March 23, 2023
Location: Universal Studios, Orlando, Florida
Commentators: Ian Riccaboni, Caprice Coleman
We continue the rapid fire build towards Supercard Of Honor with week four of this show, which hopefully continues to have solid action. At the same time, things need to loosen up a bit as the show is so packed that it is hard to remember much of what happens week to week. Odds are they won’t slow down but you have to have hope. Let’s get to it.
Wade Barrett Calls On WWE To Sign Top Free Agent
Wade Barrett would “love” to see one particular free agent wind up in WWE.
Steve Austin Claims He “Doesn’t Miss” Competing In WWE
Steve Austin has surprisingly claimed that he doesn’t miss wrestling.
Former WWE Star Reveals Why Bret Hart Was “Very Difficult” To Work With
A former WWE Superstar has opened up about Bret Hart being difficult to work with.
CM Punk Blasts “Liars”, Tony Khan, Chris Jericho, & Jon Moxley In Now-Deleted Post
CM Punk and AEW seem no closer to reconciling if a now-deleted social media post is any indication.
WrestleMania 39 Plans For Bobby Lashley Revealed If Bray Wyatt Misses The Show
A new report details what may be in store for Bobby Lashley if Bray Wyatt isn’t able to compete at WrestleMania.
WWE Star Alexa Bliss Appears On The Masked Singer
Alexa Bliss’ WWE absence has been at least partially explained after she was unmasked on national television!
Austin Theory Makes Bold Claim Regarding His WrestleMania 38 Appearance
United States Champion Austin Theory isn’t short on self-praise, and he has a surprising claim stemming from his performance at WrestleMania 38.
Smackdown
Date: April 11, 2008
Location: TD Banknorth Garden, Boston, Massachusetts
Commentators: Michael Cole, Jonathan Gresham
We are on the road to Backlash and believe it or not, Edge is already getting his rematch after losing the World Title at Wrestlemania. Undertaker isn’t overly pleased and that rarely works out well for anyone else. Other than that, Batista isn’t happy with Raw’s Shawn Michaels, which almost has to be better than the last time he fought someone from Raw. Let’s get to it.
