Thank you all for reading. If you want to read more of what I’ve written, check out my two books, 40 Years Of Pay-Per-View Book 1: 1985-1990 and 1991-1993 on Amazon. Available in Paperback, Kindle and Kindle Unlimited.
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Zelina Vega posted on social media, in response to her release, “My fans mean the absolute world to me. I’ve lost a lot this year and in my life in general.. but I gained all of you. Thank you. Your support means more than you’ll ever know.”
On Saturday, Vega wrote:“I know I said it on stream but I also want to thank my co-workers, trainers and everyone who made it possible to do what I did in WWE. The amount of txts I got from all of you warmed my heart to tears. Thank you. I genuinely feel honored to have worked with you.”
Later on Saturday, Vega posted to Instagram: “Dear Zelina Vega,Helluva fkn ride kid. To all the times they told you that you weren’t enough.To all the times your family, friends and fans made you feel like you were. All the times they said you were too small.All the times they said your heart and personality makes you 7ft tall.All the times they said you weren’t talented enough. All the times they praised you being great. All the times they hated your success.All the times they screamed for you. All the times they told you to k*ll yourself and you actually thought about it.All the times people told you that you helped save their life or inspire them.All the struggles you overcame. All the tears.All the laughs.All the happiest days of your life.. One word: Thankful. I take my husband, family, friends and my fans with me. You proved so many people wrong and will continue to do so. It’s isn’t over until Thea Trinidad says so.”
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After a series of challenges on Collision, FTR will face Cope and Christian at Double Or Nothing in a New York Street Fight I Quit Match and if Cope and Christian lose, they will never team again.
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This Wednesday on Dynamite, Hikaru Shida and Kris Statlander will challenge Divine Dominion for the AEW Women’s Tag Team Titles.
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After Britt Baker’s appearance on Thursday night, more pro wrestlers were part of the NFL Draft, as both Swerve Strickland and Raquel Rodriguez announced draft selections for their respective teams, the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Houston Texans.
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Anthony Bowens turned heel on Collision last night, joining The Opps. So much for that Acclaimed reunion.
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Iyo Sky responded to Kairi Sane’s release: “I understand that everyone, as an athlete, eventually faces a turning point when thinking about their life and career, but I feel so heartbroken that it came at such an unexpected time,”
“Kairi [Sane] was truly loved by all her colleagues, not just as a performer but as a person. She was kinder than anyone, a little airheaded in the most endearing way, funny, charming, and my proud best friend. A comrade-in-arms who faced countless hardships in America, shed so many tears, and grew together with me. It’s so hard to accept that Kairi won’t be in the passenger seat of the rental car anymore, but,”
“I’m absolutely certain that with her innate talent and the incredible knowledge and experience she’s gained in WWE, Kairi’s new journey will be something truly amazing. From the bottom of my heart, I wish for my beloved Kairi’s success and happiness. I love you so much Kairi. We’ll be best friends forever and always
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Dexter Lumis on his release: “Won’t make this too sappy, but I love each and every member of this group. The task we took on together was truly monumental. I won’t look back with any regrets. Thank you to anyone who ever worked with me/us. The [WWE] locker room is filled with amazing talent,” he wrote.“To the fans of [Wyatt Sicks], we truly felt Bray’s presence each and every time we made our entrance. I would like to think most of you did too…
”Quoting CM Punk in his farewell message, Lumis wrote, “‘If your dreams don’t scare the shit out of you, you need bigger dreams.’
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Apollo Crews’ statement on his release: “Thank you, @wwe, for eleven incredible years. Wow. Eleven years. What an incredible journey. I feel blessed to have had a career in WWE that lasted that long. Thanks to everyone who sent me messages or texts. Even if I didn’t reply, just know I’m grateful.Throughout my career, I was fortunate to suffer only one serious injury that sidelined me for a significant amount of time. I’ve been lucky to experience many amazing moments during my time with WWE. It’s been a fun ride, and I appreciate everyone who supported me along the way.To everyone I shared the ring with… thank you.All things come to an end. This is my time
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Are you tired of me posting people commenting on their releases? Well, here’s a bunch of wrestlers responding to the potential return of Lucha Underground:
“I’m sorry WHAT???!!!” -Taya Valkyrie
“Excuse me?” Vinnie Massaro
“Yo i want in!!!!” -The Butcher
“Okay hear me out 👂🏽I have always wanted to wrestle under a mask as ‘El Dinero’ … & the mask is obviously money themed but the attire is different outfits Robert Dinero wore in different movies… starting with Taxi Driver
Yes, I have spent too much time thinking about this.” -AJ Francis
Willie Mack shared a photo of himself, AR Fox, and Killshot (Swerve Strickland) as the Lucha Underground Trios Champions.
Ivelisse shared a video of herself walking down the steps at the old temple in Boyle Heights.
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In an interview with Joey Karni on YouTube, Tiffany Stratton expressed frustration with not being on WrestleMania: “I feel like my mindset has always been just kind of controlling what I can control, which is making the most out of all my segments, making the most out of my matches, making sure I’m delivering on everything and having really good matches with everybody. Unfortunately, being on WrestleMania wasn’t in the cards for me this year. However, that just kind of leaves me with a chip on my shoulder for next year, and I’m gonna do everything in my power to never let that happen ever again.”
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Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling will hold their first tv tapings on June 12 and 13 at St. Clair College in Windsor, Ontario. Among the stars promoted for the show are Rhino, New Age Outlaws (Road Dogg & Billy Gunn), Dani Luna, Gisele Shaw (MLP Women’s Canadian Champion), Stu Grayson (Interim MLP Canadian Champion), Bishop Dyer, Lee Johnson, Jay Lethal, Blake Christian and Rohan Raja
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During their All Star Grand Queendom event today, STARDOM announced that for the first time ever, the finals of the 5 Star Grand Prix will be held at the Ryogoku Sumo Hall
