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Fans believe that the parent company, Tko, is trying to push out the Chief Content Officer of WWE, Triple H, from his position in eighteen months. Paul Levesque and his wife Stephanie McMahon are the last remaining links between the company and its founders, the McMahon family. It appears that the push to oust Triple H comes after creative differences with The Rock.

The prediction about Triple H’s exit comes from wrestling analyst Jonathan Coachman, who claimed that the WWE Cco might be pushed out of Tko. Speaking on The Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling podcast, Coachman shared that there was a power struggle inside Tko due to tension between Triple H and Dwayne Johnson. He shared:

From my time there and my time with The Rock, I know for a fact that he does not get along with Triple H. That does not go away. They’ve...

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Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 gives fans their own full-time channel that covers all the events and storylines happening around the world of pro wrestling 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The new channel expands on the success of SiriusXM’s “Busted Open,...

On Monday 30 June 2025, Food Network broadcasts Tom Kerridge Secrets of the Pub Kitchen!

Double Acts Season 2 Episode 5 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Tom Kerridge Secrets of the Pub Kitchen,” titled “Double Acts,” promises to be an exciting journey into the world of pub cuisine. In this episode, Tom Kerridge opens the doors to his Michelin-starred pub, The Coach. Fans of the show can look forward to a behind-the-scenes look at what makes the dishes at The Coach stand out.

Tom will share valuable tips and tricks that highlight the unique elements of his cooking. Viewers can expect to learn about the ingredients and techniques that elevate simple pub food into something truly special. The episode aims to inspire home cooks to bring a touch of Michelin-star magic into their own kitchens.

“Double Acts” will showcase some of the signature dishes that have made The Coach a favorite among food lovers.

On Monday 23 June 2025, Food Network broadcasts Tom Kerridge Secrets of the Pub Kitchen!

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In the upcoming episode titled “Episode 3” of “Tom Kerridge Secrets of the Pub Kitchen,” viewers will get an inside look at Tom Kerridge’s Michelin-starred pub, The Coach. This episode promises to reveal the secrets behind the dishes that have made The Coach a favorite among food lovers.

Tom Kerridge will share his expertise and passion for cooking, offering tips and tricks that can elevate any home-cooked meal. He will explain what makes his dishes unique and how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special. The episode will showcase the warmth and charm of The Coach, highlighting the atmosphere that complements the delicious food.

Fans of the show can expect to learn valuable cooking techniques and gain inspiration for their own kitchens. With Tom’s guidance, viewers will be...

Even if you don’t know the first thing about WWE, there is a solid chance you know about Roman Reigns. The guy looks like a Greek god, hits like a freight train, and carries himself as if he owns every inch of the ring. And let’s be honest, he kinda does. The Tribal Chief has been creating a legacy for himself that will be remembered for decades to come.

This is why the world wasn’t too surprised to learn that Roman Reigns is among the highest-paid wrestlers in the world today. But then, a rumor came along stating that Tko would be slicing the wrestler’s $15 million salary, and while those rumors have been proven to be false, a WWE legend was furious upon hearing it.

The rumor about Roman Reigns’ contract Roman Reigns | Credits: WWE

Speculation began when former WWE announcer Jonathan Coachman stated that Tko...

Before going into WrestleMania 41, WWE had created a build-up for the exciting pay-per-view event. The main event on Day 2, a high-stakes clash between the then-Champion Cody Rhodes and the challenger John Cena, was expected to be a jaffa. However, more than the clash, the WWE fans waited for The Rock to show up at some point during the match.

The Fe!N music interrupted the match, but guess who showed up? Travis Scott and not The Rock. An unprecedented twist unfolded when Cena claimed the Championship. Yet, it wasn’t just his vow to ruin wrestling that shook the industry; it was The Rock’s actions that ultimately did the most damage. These are the thoughts of a veteran WWE commentator who hates The Final Boss for what he did to the WWE.

Veteran WWE wrestler opines that The Rock did the most damage to WrestleMania by not showing up...

When we talk about some of the biggest WWE superstars in the modern scene, many names can be put on the list. The likes of Cody Rhodes, Cm Punk, Seth Rollins, and many more will surely go down as someone who bring a lot to the table. However, none can come close to or even match the charisma of Roman Reigns.

Ever since he became The Head of the Table, every fan has acknowledged him as the greatest wrestling persona. Hence, his earning the fattest paycheck in the company was the most sensible news that fans read in a long time.

However, learning that the Otc earned only $15 million annually was hard to believe. Luckily, Hugo Savinovich explained his contract, which still makes the WWE star’s earnings feel like a modest sum, from the fans’ perspective.

Roman Reigns’ WWE contract looks like a bargain?

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In the world of pro-wrestling, multiple components come together to hit the chord of perfection. One of the key ones out of the many is definitely optics. How one looks, what are the impacts of a phenomenal optic, it determines how good a match is going to be. Pro-wrestlers with good optics have always been the topic of hot discussions, whether it is The Rock, John Cena, Triple H or The Undertaker.

Ever since the world started spinning around style, if there is one element that has been key in shaping up the optics of the entire planet, it is one’s hair. Whether it is Thor of the Marvel Universe flaunting his golden blonde hair or the Joker of the Dark Knight, good hair has always been something to brag about.

Why do WWE wrestlers have wet hair all the time? Triple H fighting with Roman Reigns / Credit – WWE...

After a great career as a wrestler, Triple H decided to use his talents as WWE’s Chief Content Officer. While he retired from the ring in 2022, he continues to be an important part of the wrestling world, shaping storylines, elevating talent, and keeping the spirit of sports entertainment alive.

The 14-time world champion has gone from hammering opponents in the ring to hammering out creative decisions backstage. And while fans may not agree with a hundred percent of his choices, the respect he commands is undeniable. However, it looks like his position in the company may be in danger thanks to tensions brewing within.

Will Triple H be forced out of WWE? Triple H, aka Paul Levesque | Credits: WWE

As per sports analyst Jonathan Coachman, Triple H, aka Paul Levesque, has about 18 months left as WWE’s chief content officer, as he may soon be asked to clear his desk.

Seth Rollins has experienced a major resurgence in WWE following the end of the WrestleMania season. The Visionary shocked the world by corrupting Paul Heyman to his side, who betrayed his best friend, Cm Punk, and his Tribal Chief, Roman Reigns. In doing so, Heyman assisted Rollins in winning the main event of WrestleMania 41 Night 1.

After his major win, Rollins and Heyman recruited two monster heels in Bron Breakker and Big Bronson Reed and formed a formidable unit on Monday Night Raw. However, his faction is also suited for a former WWE Champion who has not been booked properly in recent weeks.

Which former WWE Champion should join Seth Rollins’ faction? WWE superstar Sheamus on live television/ Credit: WWE.com

On The Last Word, former WWE commentator and employee, Jonathan Coachman, addressed the possibility of Seth Rollins’ stable adding another member. After asking the panel, another former WWE employee, Tommy Carlucci,...

Over the last few years, WWE has once again become a top name in the entertainment wrestling scene, where they keep signing new talent in an attempt to bring more viewers. In the process, as they expand their brand, they also release their WWE superstars in a similar capacity. The decision is a heartbreak in itself, where the performer has to bid adieu to their fans and the biggest wrestling brand.

It is understandable to let go of underperforming talents and replace them with better talents who are a major fan attraction. What takes the WWE Universe by surprise is how sometimes this shakedown includes names that they never saw coming from miles away.

The current list includes the shocking names of R-Truth and Carlito, who have been with the company for quite some time. Hence, when the former star broke the news, fans were heartbroken as they felt Tko...

Hello WWE Universe! As a huge Roman Reigns fan, I can’t wait to see our Tribal Chief back in action. His last appearance after WrestleMania 41 had us shook, and we are all left wondering when he’ll make his return. I’ve been scouring wrestling news and previous X posts to catch up.

When is Roman Reigns coming back? What’s next for the man who has been the face of WWE for an eternity? Let me break it down for you, from an updated fan’s perspective, to ensure you don’t miss anything.

Roman Reigns’ vacation and why he deserves it

The last time we saw Roman Reigns was on the Raw following April 2025’s WrestleMania 41, when Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker, and the truly despicable Paul Heyman stood in paradise on the floor after they beat up Roman Reigns.

Roman Reigns holds the WWE title record for...

The leadership of WWE experienced a major shift in 2024 when longtime Chairman and CEO Vince McMahon left the promotion after serious allegations from Janel Grant. The parent company, Tko Group Holdings, appointed his son-in-law, Triple H to be his successor and lead the charge alongside WWE CEO and President, Nick Khan.

The duo has been taking the Sports Entertainment juggernaut to impeccable heights. However, tensions have been reported in the McMahon household between Vince, his daughter Stephanie McMahon, and The Game himself, Triple H.

Is Vince McMahon no longer talking to Triple H and Stephanie McMahon? Stephanie McMahon and Triple H on WWE television/ Credits: WWE

In the latest episode of Behind the Turnbuckle, former WWE personnel Jonathan Coachman made a huge claim regarding the McMahon family. He stated Vince McMahon was not happy with how things were going on in the company, he turned from a regional promotion to a global giant.

While Vince McMahon often portrayed a rough and intimidating persona on television, both brilliant and questionable decisions marked his tenure as the head of WWE. Although McMahon was responsible for producing some of the most iconic and compelling storylines in WWE history, he also oversaw the creation of some truly regrettable ones.

One of the most notorious examples was the infamous storyline involving Triple H and Kane, now remembered as the Katie Vick controversy. Widely regarded as one of the worst storylines ever produced, it remains a dark chapter in WWE history, one that both the company and the WWE Universe would rather forget.

The horrific details of the Katie Vick controversy Triple H and Kane have been involved in a heated confrontation. (Image Credit: WWE)

The storyline revolved around the alleged death of a young woman named Katie Vick. Triple H accused Kane of murdering her, going even further...

The Rock has provided several other stars with memorable moments in their careers, including commentator Jonathan Coachman. A renowned sports and wrestling pundit and commentator, Coachman is well-known among WWE fans for his tenure with the organization, including his work behind the announcer’s desk.

Some of the most memorable moments in Coachman’s career were his work as a diabolical ‘heel’, even though he also served as an on-air commentator and backstage interviewer.

Jonathan Coachman with the ESPN crew (Credit: WWE)

The Rock took great pride in mocking him. WWE fans also found great joy in their hero putting down this smarmy interviewer/announcer/assistant.

The Rock taught ‘The Coach’ a lesson along with Eugene

Jonathan Coachman was well known to most as the assistant to Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff. ‘The Coach’ was a mainstay of WWE’s Ruthless Aggression Era; he was often spotted with shades and a sly smile.

The worlds’ best golfers tee off in “The People’s Open” and you can watch every round of action.

The 90th Wm Phoenix Open—better known as “The People’s Open”—tees off today at 9:15 a.m. Et, and you’ll be able to watch live coverage of all rounds with PGA Tour Live on ESPN+. PGA Tour Live gives ESPN+ subscribers access to exclusive coverage all season long, including original series and docs, as well as 35 tournaments and all eight Signature Events. The ESPN BET stream will also provide live betting data, analysis, and insights during all rounds.

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An argument can be made for The Rock being the funniest wrestler to ever come out of WWE, whether he's trying to be or not. His recent return at Bad Blood is an example of how The Final Boss can be unintentionally hilarious. Popping up at the end of the Ple with cryptic sign language and then cutting a wacky promo backstage on Instagram Live is absolute comedic gold.

The Rock has a lot of moments like that, especially in his prime and especially when he actually tries to be funny. He's naturally funny without trying to be due to his charm, but when he starts cracking jokes at the expense of other superstars, no one is safe. Whether it be his antics during his matches or his promos themselves, The Rock never ceases to make audiences bust a gut whenever possible.

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WWE’s “Raw Reunion” Monday night pinned down 3.093 million total viewers, an increase of 26% from last week’s regular ol’ “Raw” episode.

In terms of both total viewers and the key 18-49 demographic, last night’s “Raw” was actually the highest-rated episode since the April 16, 2018 Superstar Shakeup.

Yes, that means it did even better than the “Raw” after WrestleMania 35, which is a big performer annually and marks the start of World Wrestling Entertainment’s new “season.” Monday’s episode was 5% higher among adults 18-49 than that April 8, 2019 fallout show, and did 6% better overall.

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The “Raw Reunion” did not keep pace with Jan. 22, 2018’s “Raw 25” episode, which celebrated the 25th anniversary of WWE’s flagship series on USA Network.

Last week’s “Monday Night Raw” delivered 2.453 million total viewers in Nielsen’s Live...

Welcome to the third Nerdly Wrestling Awards, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and we have some interesting matches to cover from throughout the week. Let’s… talk about other people… pretending… to kick some ass!

Worst Promo: Triple H Disparages A Talking Corpse (WWE)

Triple H cut a promo on The Undertaker that was from the old “screw the business” book that Triple H wrote in 1999. The idea here was to bury The Undertaker as weak and pathetic. Sadly, some of the crowd actually cheered for Triple H in this tirade. The goal appears to be to make Triple H the hero, which is as dumb a decision as any other that involved Triple H winning the title. The idea that Triple H is seeking revenge for The Undertaker disparaging Shawn Michaels feels cheap. This match worked far better when it was just about the spirit of competition.

Welcome to this edition of the WWE Week In Review, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and thanks to Phil, we can just jump right in and get to work. Phil covered for me while I was and am still recovering from a twisted knee/pulled calf muscle injury and the minor cold I got along with that injury. I’m still on a cane with a knee brace to boot, but I’ve healed enough that I can get back to writing regularly. Thank you Phil and it’s nice to be back.

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Triple H cut a promo on The Undertaker that was from the old “screw the business” book that Triple H wrote in 1999. The idea here was to bury The Undertaker as weak and pathetic. Sadly, some of the crowd actually cheered for Triple H in this tirade. The goal appears to be...

In today’s TV roundup, ABC released new footage for the upcoming season of “Grey’s Anatomy” and Starz announced a new trailer for the fourth season of “Outlanders.”

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Facebook Watch’s “Queen America,” starring Catherine Zeta-Jones, is set to premiere Nov. 21. The 10 episode series follows Vicki Ellis (Zeta-Jones), one of the most renowned pageant coaches in Oklahoma, as she tries to help an unpolished young woman (Belle Shouse) win a pageant show. Watch a clip from the show below.

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NBC announced a new companion series to “The Voice” called “Comeback Stage.” During the ten-part series, country singer Kelsea Ballerini will serve as a fifth judge and mentor six singers that do not get chosen for a team during the blind auditions. Then, after battling among themselves for a spot on “The Voice,” two finalists will perform live for America’s vote and the chance to return. The...

Renee Young broke barriers a few weeks ago when she became the first woman to ever announce a full episode of WWE Monday Night Raw alongside Michael Cole and Corey Graves. Now, two weeks later she has moved up to a permanent spot on that announcing team. An official WWE press release reports that Renee Young will replace Jonathan Coachman. Coachman returned to the WWE less than a year ago and he will now switch places with Young as the host of the Kickoff panels for WWE PPVs. “WWE today announced two changes to its broadcasting team, naming Renee Young as […]

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Renee Young is set to replace Jonathan Coachman at the WWE “Monday Night Raw” announce table, becoming the first woman to land that gig on a full-time basis. Coachman will now host WWE’s pay-per-view kickoff shows.

Beginning tonight, Young joins Michael Cole and Corey Graves each week on WWE’s flagship USA Network show. She is currently part of the “Mae Young Classic” — an annual all-women’s wrestler tournament — commentary team on WWE Network.

Lately, Young had been filling in week-to-week for the man affectionately called “Coach” on sort of a trial basis. She had previously served primarily as a backstage interviewer, host of pre- and post-shows, and commentator on various WWE programs, including “Raw,” “SmackDown Live” and “Nxt.”

Prior to WWE, Young worked at The Score Television Network in Canada, where she co-hosted “WWE Aftermath.”

Also Read: WWE Tell-All Book in the Works From 'I Want My MTV...

WWE Monday Night Raw has aired 1,316 episodes of Monday Night Raw since it made its debut in 1993. After all those episodes and 25 years on the air, this week was the first time that Raw ever used a female commentator for the entire episode with Renee Young. The WWE has used female commentators for entire broadcasts before, with Renee Young herself working WWE Nxt shows. However, the flagship show of Monday Night Raw has only used male commentators through its first 25 years. That all changed this week. Jonathan Coachman is the third man on Monday Night Raw, […]

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Bow down to the, bow down to the queen. No, we’re not talking about you, Charlotte Flair: On Monday’s “Raw,” Triple H’s wife and the chief brand officer of WWE Stephanie McMahon slammed Ronda Rousey through a table. McMahon, the daughter of WWE Chairman Vince McMahon, will team up with Triple H at this weekend’s WrestleMania 34 against Rousey and Kurt Angle in a mixed tag team match. But first they had to get through last night’s press conference together, one that was (poorly, given how it broke down) moderated by Jonathan Coachman. The photo op devolved into a fracas, which...

Former ESPN anchor Jonathan Coachman is currently under investigation by his new employer WWE following sexual harassment accusations brought against him in a lawsuit brought against the Worldwide Leader in Sports. According to documents filed with the U.S. District Court of Connecticut on March 4, obtained by TheWrap, former host and legal analyst Adrienne Lawrence claims ESPN is “a company rife with misogyny” where “women are humiliated, degraded, and forced to navigate a misogynistic and predatory culture.” She specifically accuses the Disney-owned network of ignoring her complaints against “SportsCenter” host John Buccigross — but mentions other employees including Coachman, who she says was “notorious” for...

Ex-ESPN anchor Jonathan Coachman is firing back against allegations he was a sexual predator during his time at the network ... saying he's the victim of "vicious lies." Coachman -- who now works for WWE -- was mentioned in a lawsuit filed by ex-espn legal analyst Adrienne Lawrence ... who claims Coachman was part of the "misogynistic and predatory culture" at the network. Specifically, Lawrence claimed Coachman hit on her and employed tactics from the "ESPN predator's playbook.

I’ve been watching, among other things, the current reboot of ‘Will & Grace‘. One of, many, many, many new TV reboots that are occurring. Alright, I know, I’m not breaking any new ground, Hollywood’s not that original, blah, blah, blah. Still though, this TV reboot caught my attention. For one thing–really? This show you’re rebooting? I mean, don’t get me wrong, I love ‘Will & Grace‘ I actually I might argue that it’s one of the more underrated shows of all-time, and had it not been directly up against ‘CSI‘ for so many years, I think it might’ve won more Best Comedy Series Emmys than it actually did. It’s still one of only three series, ‘All in the Family‘ and ‘The Golden Girls‘ being the others, where every original main member of the regular cast won an acting Emmy for said series. I...

Selena Gomez is giving New York Fashion Week everything she's got.  The 25-year-old singer-actress stunned in a sheer top while heading to Coach's Spring 2018 fashion show on Tuesday, accessorizing the racy look with a cool brown leather jacket and high-waisted jeans. 

Related: Selena Gomez Tears Up Talking About Hurricane Harvey As Celebs Step Up For 'Hand in Hand' Telethon

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The former Disney star reunited with her Spring Breakers co-star, James Franco, at the show, where she was seated next to Vogue editor-in chief Anna Wintour.

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Related: Selena Gomez Says She Felt 'Violated' as a Teen Star, Recalls Falling in Love 'For the First Time'

Gomez, who is the face of Coach, switched up her look on Wednesday at the brand's in-store event. The "Fetish" singer rocked sexy leather pants, a black sweater and a bold red jacket. 

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Watch: Selena Gomez Stuns in Sheer...

Another week, and we have 12 new updates on Dceu….. and BC is talking about them!

This week on It Is What It Is with The Jackass, Quad C the Comish Matt returns for Game of Thrones Season 7 Episode 7 Beyond the Wall Review. BC talks Super Cool Nerd News including the Joker Spin Off and all the craziness that is DC, an Obi Wan Kenobi Movie, WWE SummerSlam and more. Plus Box Office Predictions, give aways tha include digital copies of Power Rangers, Kong: Skull Island, Beauty And The Beast, plus concert ticket, and so much more all on episode 102 of It Is What It Is, with The Jackass.

Do you shop on Amazon? Then click here and bookmark it to help support the Jackass Nation Podcast channel. You won’t be donating, or paying anything more then you normally would, but by clicking the link, and buying your normal products at no extra charge,...

With the First Four kicking off Tuesday in Dayton, Ohio, Et is looking at the celebrity college basketball fans who will be rooting for their teams during March Madness 2017.

Keep reading to find out who will be on pins and needles through every buzzer beater and upset of the Ncaa Division I men's basketball tournament.

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1. Ashley Judd -- Kentucky Wildcats

The Divergent actress graduated from the University of Kentucky honors program before launching her acting career in Star Trek: The Next Generation.

2. Bill Clinton -- Arkansas Razorbacks

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The 41st President of the United States, an Arkansas native, was governor of The Natural State before becoming commander in chief.

3. Jason Sudeikis -- Kansas Jayhawks

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The Saturday Night Live alum is a Kansas native and played basketball at Fort Scott Community College on a scholarship.

4. Jay Z -- Kentucky Wildcats

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The rapper is reportedly friends with Coach [link...

We're about to see a lot more of Selena Gomez.

The 24-year-old actress, who recently took a three-month break from the spotlight, is the new face of Coach, the American fashion brand announced on Friday.

Watch: Selena Gomez Reveals What's Changed About Her Since Taking a Break

As part of the new partnership, Gomez will appear in the brand's ad campaigns (starting next fall) and social media posts (something we all know she's pretty good at).

The former Disney darling will also collaborate with Coach's Executive Creative Director, Stuart Vevers, to design a special piece for the collection, and team up with the Coach Foundation for its work on Step Up, a national organization dedicated to the empowerment of teen girls from under-resourced communities.

"I am so excited to work with Coach and love the clothes and accessories designed by Stuart Vevers. I am especially looking forward to getting to know the Coach team as well...

And they’re off! After weeks of reports about trouble in Rio – from the threat of Zika virus to the very real problem of polluted water – the 2016 Summer Olympics got underway Friday night with an Opening Ceremony that underwhelmed – at least for American TV audiences. (Initial ratings were way down from the 2012 London Olympics.)

Nonetheless, the real drama and excitement is still to come over the next two weeks, as some of the world’s most decorated athletes look to add to their record tallies. As NBC’s Bob Costas recently told reporters at the Television Critics Association press tour, “Obviously Michael Phelps is already the greatest swimmer in Olympic history. Usain Bolt is already the greatest sprinter in Olympic history, and they’re trying to add to what they already have done, so we’re talking about Mount Rushmore-type stuff.”

Costas also has his eye on this year’s...

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SmackDown was a real struggle this week, and that hasn’t been the case at all for the program over the past few months. It’s somewhat understandable that WWE would gloss over the Thursday night broadcast this time around, WrestleMania 32 is imminent after all. That doesn’t excuse the incredibly threadbare nature of the show, one which failed to elicit much excitement from the live crowd whatsoever.

There were positives, even the most pedestrian of WWE shows can have an upside or two. Overall however, there was a feeling that the promotion were already looking beyond SmackDown, instead of using it to further build towards the main matches people will see at ‘Mania. It’s safe to say the program wasn’t exactly horrible, but there was next to nothing which could accurately be dubbed essential.

And yet, there were enjoyable sections of SmackDown. Only a trio...

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Former WWE announcer, and current Espn personality, Jonathan Coachman made his return to WWE television on Monday evening during Raw.

Coachman returned following a match between Kofi Kingston and Alberto Del Rio which served the purpose of building up the tag team title match between the League of Nations and The New Day at WrestleMania 32 this Sunday. Kingston won the match after Del Rio tried to lock in a cross-arm breaker and Kingston rolled through it into a pinfall.

As New Day celebrated on the ramp, out walked Coachman from behind the curtain. He announced that once again, Espn’s SportsCenter will be live at WrestleMania this year. The top sports network in the world will do live cut-ins and interview segments throughout the day on Sunday until WrestleMania starts.

Coachman also hyped up the New Day themselves, revealing that he was holding a box of “Booty-o’s” behind his back.

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Daniel Bryan has admitted he is suffering from post concussion seizures, telling Jonathan Coachman on Espn that he had kept them hidden for a long time.

The recent tests revealed swelling and a lesion on the part of the brain that causes these seizures, and that’s why Bryan is now a former WWE wrestler. He told Coachman that there has been ten concussions, but there’s no way to documenting every single incident in his sixteen year career. Particularly on the independent scene, there isn’t really a culture of excellent health care.

It is definitely scary to hear that Bryan has swelling and a lesion on his brain. It is also concerning to hear that he’d been suffering seizures, yet he was still wanting to return to the wrestling business. How can a guy as smart as Bryan think it wise to hide the seizures?...

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Former WWE champion Cm Punk has confirmed via way of Twitter that he has now officially been drug tested by the Usada, in what is likely the first of many such tests Punk will undergo as part of his Mma career.

Punk let the news slip himself after women’s bantamweight title challenger and former Strikeforce champion Miesha Tate posted to twitter that she had been woken up early Tuesday morning by the Usada, who were on site to perform a random drug test leading into her Ufc 197 clash with new champ Holly Holm. With a fight signed, sealed, and delivered, drug testing for Tate was to be expected.

Of course, it’s expected of everyone these days, which is why Punk, who has yet to even have his first opponent officially confirmed (though it’s possibly Mickey Gall from Dana White’s Looking For...

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Currently, Hulk Hogan is taking a sabbatical from World Wrestling Entertainment and pro wrestling in general. Amidst racism allegations, the ‘Hulkster’ was smeared in 2015, and the allegations have ended his ambassador-like role with the company for the time being. It seems like Hogan was advised to disappear for a while, although there’s already talk that he’ll work with the promotion again in the future.

Even though he’s not directly involved, that doesn’t mean that Hulk isn’t paying attention to what’s happening in the pro wrestling world. In this week’s article, Hulk has some kind words for a current WWE talent, one he feels is the best the group has to offer. The answer may surprise some fans.

That’s what this article is all about, offering up 10 pro wrestling-related facts which even the most passionate grappling enthusiasts may not have know about last week.

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On Monday’s Raw, it was announced that Seth Rollins will face either John Cena or Dean Ambrose at Hell in a Cell, in a match of the same name. Once renowned for classic, bloodthirsty matches that give climactic ends to violent, personal wars, the PPV name has diluted Satan’s Structure into a background prop for undeserving, sub-par matches. Arguably, the superb Rollins vs. Ambrose feud belongs in the Cell but Rollins vs. Cena doesn’t, caused simply by interference in the Night of Champions main event.

Rollins vs. Cena/Ambrose will be the 28th televised Hell in a Cell match since its October 1997 inception (not including the Kennel from Hell) and, whilst we’ve been treated to some classics like Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels and Undertaker vs. Mankind, there have been several that haven’t quite stole the show.

Here are the seven worst Hell in a Cell matches so far.

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A lot of people have been talking about Benjamin Morris’ 538 piece, “Are Pro Wrestlers Dying at an Unusual Rate?”

Like Morris, I am neither an actuarial scientist nor a demographer. So, our interpretations of the data should be taken with a grain of salt. My results were somewhat different from Morris’ due to a difference data set and changes in how we calculated actuarial predictions.

Differences in methodology from Morris

I also used Social Security Actuarial Life Tables, but my “expected mortality rates” for the age groups were not the same as Morris’. For each wrestler, I calculated what their age would have been as of today. Then, based on gender, I looked up the number of lives (out of 100,000) that were expected to still be alive and converted that to a percentage. His analysis looked at wrestlers who were on 20+ WWF PPVs through 2002. I went with a...

Update: Despite fans’ claims, HollywoodLife.com has exclusive confirmation that ‘no one was kicked out concerning anything surrounding Cm Punk.’

Cm Punk shocked the world when he decided to quit the WWE, but it doesn’t sound like his fans are ready to give up on him quite yet. Several Twitter users — who claimed to be in Omaha, Nebraska, for the taping of Monday Night Raw‘s Feb. 3 episode — were allegedly kicked out of the CenturyLink Center for “chanting” about Cm Punk.

Here’s a collection of crazed fan tweets, compiled by WrestleZone.com:

Wow just got kicked out of the centurylink center with about 40 other ppl 4 chanting cm punk!!!! I saw ppl get tossed earlier too #cmpunk

— Paul Cernbolis (@JerryThebigsa) February 4, 2014

Omg I just got kicked out of #Raw for chanting for @CMPunk! Wtf @WWE?!?!?! I Bought A Ticket! #WeWantPunk!

— [Redacted] (@SmithsH8sTweets) February 4, 2014

Kicked out of raw for chanting for @CMPunk.

Referees in professional wrestling can almost be as legendary as the performers themselves; Earl Hebnar, Nick Patrick, Mike Chioda and Charles Robinson are names that are very familiar with wrestling fans, and with good reason. Whether they are directly involved in some of the most controversial decisions ever found in sports entertainment (like the Montreal screwjob), or simply cannon fodder for newly-pushed badasses, referees are at the heart of the business.

And of course, you cannot ignore the role of the special guest referee, where a wrestler or celebrity usually takes up the role for specific story line reasons. With the release of the newest WWE 13 game imminent, here is my list of the 10 Special Guest Referees Who Should Be Included.

1. Mick Foley

One of the most prolific special guest referees in all of wrestling’s history has to be the Hardcore Legend himself, Mick Foley. The matches he has...

It was announced at Tuesday’s WWE SmackDown tapings that Vickie Guerrero will be the Interim General Manager of Raw and SmackDown next week. For reasons unexplained, The Great Khali will be her assistant.

On this week’s Raw it was announced that until the WWE Board of Directors appoint new General Managers of both shows (which we imagine will probably happen at the 1,000th celebrations next month) there will be temporary hosts of the show each week, all of which will be former General Managers and Commissioners of Raw & SmackDown.

Mick Foley was the first guest host of the show this week and we now know Vickie Guerrero will be next week’s.

For future names that could serve as Interim Gm’s we are likely to see Teddy Long, William Regal, Paul Heyman, Vince McMahon (this one seems certain given his ability to boost ratings), Stephanie McMahon, Shawn Michaels,...

Former 90′s WWF star and three-time WCW World Heavyweight Champion Vader made a return during last night’s three hour Raw SuperShow.

“The Man They Call Vader” was brought back by John Laurinaitis as part of the Raw 1,000th episode celebrations and he defeated Heath Slater in a match with the Vader Bomb.

The appearance from Vader was expected to be a one-off special gig and he isn’t expected to be back on a full or semi-time basis, though he may turn up at Raw 1,000th in July.

Vader’s appearance on Raw last night was his first for the company in almost seven years. His last appearance for the WWE came at the back end of 2005, the highlight being on November 1st, 2005 when Vader and Goldust were in Jonathan Coachman’s corner in a street fight against Batista (originally was to be Stone Cold Steve Austin but he...

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Backlash 2001 - With his pride still smarting from the humiliating drubbing he received from The Undertaker at Wrestlemania X-seven, Triple H looks to restore his honour during Backlash 2001. To help avenge his defeat, Triple H teams up with ‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin to take on The Undertaker and Kane in the ultimate grudge match. This, among other hotly anticipated matches, including Chris Benoit vs. Kurt Angle and Big Show vs. Shane, makes Backlash 2001 a must-see follow up to Wrestlemania 17.

Judgment 2001 - At the Arco Arena on May 20, 2001, not one person was mourning the Kings’ loss to the Lakers in the Western Conference Semifinals because everyone in attendance was anxiously awaiting the night’s marquee match: Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. The Undertaker. Adding to the drama of the match was the Taker’s realization that Triple...