WCW - The Resurrection

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[B][U]Monday, Week 1, January 2008 [SIZE="6"]WCW RETURNS[/SIZE][/b][/u] After seven years WCW has finally returned to the wrestling World, [b]Eric Bischoff[/b] (with assistance from [i]Hulk Hogan[/i] and [i]Paul Wight[/i]) has brought the rights from the failing WWE. Bischoff’s first job as owner was to hire long time friend, and Hollywood script writer [i]Seph Dominey[/i] as head booker. World Championship Wrestling already has the illustrious talents of [b]Paul Wight[/b] (Formerly the Big Show in WWE), and maybe the most successful wrestler in history, [b]Hulk Hogan[/b] already signed to lifetime deals. [b]Brutus “The Barber” Beefcake[/b], and [b]Horace Hogan[/b] have also been signed as a favour to Hulk. We expect a press conference from Bischoff tomorrow!!

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[B][U]Tuesday: Week 1, January[/U][/B] [b]Eric Bischoff[/b] this morning gave his first speech as the new owner of WCW, and immediatly gave the critics a sign as to what he wants WCW to become. Below is a small portion from earlier today: “Good morning, today we make history, as MY World Championship Wrestling, is back. But this will not be the a carbon copy of the old WCW that failed, oh no, that WCW failed because of mistakes of one man who does not need to be mentioned…I mean come on, we’ve all seen TNA. This reborn WCW if you will, shall blend sports entertainment, with the traditional wrestling style that gave birth to modern wrestling. Using a mix of already famous names, as well as young up and comers WCW will not fail, it will far surpass any of the heights it has reached in the past. With a lenience towards genuine athletes, and entertainment that the fans want to see...It is time for us to be No.1 AGAIN!!” When asked if he and [b][i]Head Booker[/i] Seph Dominey[/b] had any names in mind to sign, Bischoff gave his token smile and simply said: "You'll just have to wait and see...won't you?" What does this mean? Who will join the WCW? Will we see legendary WCW stars go back to the place they once called home? Or will the new WCW be a place to see all new talents shine? There's only one way to find out...and that's to check back regularly!! In related news [b]WWE[/b] held their first [b]RAW[/b] show of the year last night, seeing alot of titles being put on the line: [QUOTE]Kane dft. Jeff Hardy & Big Stevie Cool (C) Melina dft. Candice Michelle to retain the WWE Women's Title (D+) Brian Kendrick dft. CM Punk for the WWE European Title (C+) John Bradshaw Layfield dft. Paul London (C+) Ron Simmons dft. Bid Daddy for the WWE Hardcore Title (D+) Ken Kennedy dft. The Great Kahli, and Matt Hardy To retain the WWE Intercontinental Title (C+) HHH dft. Shane McMahon to retain the WWE World Heavyweight Title (B-)[/QUOTE]

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I'd guessed it was DOTWWE08 when I saw it, and then when I saw the RAW Results I knew it, looking forward to see what you do with WCW.

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[b][u]Wednesday: Week 1, January[/b][/u] [i][b]World Championship Wrestling’s[/i][/b] head booker has already been busy as the first eager members of the new roster have been signed…and there’s some very recognisable names in the list. The most surprising maybe has to be that of [i][b]Ex-WWE and ECW Announcer[/i] Joey Styles[/b], as many thought he would join the newly formed ECW. So let’s not waste any time at taking a look at the first names in WCW: [CENTER][b][u]Joey Styles[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_JoeyStyles.jpg[/IMG] Ex-WWE and ECW Commentator. Honed his craft in the original ECW, before joining WWE, to replace a “fired” Jim Ross on Raw. Was then moved to the WWE’s brand of ECW, as lead announcer. He was fired after the end of the brand split, and has now got the honour of being the ONLY lead announcer to have been in the “Big Three” promotions. Will probably be WCW’s Lead announcer. [b][u]Kenny Doane[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_KenDoane.jpg[/IMG] A product of WWE’s OVW Training program, and student of Killer Kowalski. Signed with WWE at the age of 19. Most famous for his “Male Cheerleader” gimmick on RAW, he is still very young, and has a lot of talent for his age. The management at WCW are looking for him to be a big part of WCW’s “New Breed”. An ex-WWE Tag Team Champion with the Spirit Squad. [b][u]Shelton Benjamin[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_SheltonBenjamin.jpg[/IMG] Another OVW trainee, Shelton has a very impressive 122-10 amateur wrestling record. He is a three time WWE Intercontinental Champion, and an ex-WWE Tag Team Champion with Charlie Haas. He an amazing athletic specimen and is also set to become a major player in WCW. Is one of the few wrestlers who can say that they have pinned HHH twice! [b][u]James Gibson[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_JamieNoble.jpg[/IMG] Best known as Jamie Noble in the WWE, he returns to WCW the place he started his career. A student of the WCW Power Plant, he was most notably trained by Dean Malenko. A talented wrestler who is an ex-WWE Cruiserweight Champion. [b][u]Mr. Fuji[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_MrFuji.jpg[/IMG] WWE Hall Of Famer. As a wrestler Mr. Fuji won multiple NWA, WWWF, AWA and WWF Tag Team Titles, among others. After retiring he found a lot of success as a manager, being in charge of such huge names as George Steele, Jim Neidhart, Kamala, Demolition, The Orient Express, Yokosuna and Owen Hart. Returns to WCW to continue his managerial duties at the age of 56. [b][u]B-Boy[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_B-Boy.jpg[/IMG] A very experienced Indy wrestler. Has wrestled with the best young wrestlers in the country. His only “break” came with the doomed Wrestling Society X federation. [b][u]Bryce Remsburg[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_BryceRemsberg.jpg[/IMG] A referee and graduate of the CHIKARA Wrestling Factory. Is known for his unusually high charisma for a referee.[/CENTER] In other news, [i]WWE[/i] have completed the signing of legend [b]Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat[/b] who is expected to become a road agent.

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[b][u]Thusday: Week 1, January[/b][/u] News has just been released from WCW headquarters that new signing, [b]Kenny Doane[/b], was also approached by ECW, WWE, and NWA. However, Doane chose WCW over them all. This must have definitely put Doane in the good books with WCW management, as he was already looked upon as the future of WCW. Doane had this to say on WCW’s website: [i]“I’ve just got one thing to say, World Wrestling Entertainment, Extreme Championship Wrestling, and The National Wrestling Alliance…take a good look at what is the FUTURE of professional wrestling. I will become the biggest name in the World, and I’ll do it in the BEST federation around…World Championship Wrestling!!”[/i] WCW have also completed the signing of Jack Evans, who we look at below: [CENTER][b][u]Jack Evans[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_JackEvans.jpg[/IMG] A student of the Hart brothers, and close friend of all the Hart family. He is a very unique high flying wrestler, who has alot of charisma and a bright future ahead of him.[/CENTER]

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[b][u]Saturday: Week 1, January [SIZE="5"]WCW SIGN 3 MASSIVE STARS!!!![/b][/u][/SIZE] After the first signings on Wednesday many other wrestlers have been acting fast to sign their names on WCW contracts. In today’s mixture of wrestlers there are three main names that stand out in an impressive list. [b][i]WWE Legend, and multi-time World Champion[/i] Mick Foley[/b] will return to [i]World Championship Wrestling[/i]!! He has signed a wrestling contract and is expected to main event, [b][i]ex-WWE monster[/i] Umaga[/b] has also been signed as one of the token “new breed” stars that WCW looks to create, and [b][i]WWE Hall Of Famer[/i] Roddy Piper[/b] returns to a familiar home. Below is the full list of new WCW stars: [CENTER][b][u]Foley[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_MickFoley.jpg[/IMG] What can we say about Mick Foley that hasn’t already been said? A living legend!! A 3 Time WWE World Heavyweight Champion, an 8 time WWE World Tag Team Champion, a 2 time WCW Wold Tag Team Champion, 2 time ECW World Tag Team Champion, an the first WWE Hardcore Champion. Also competed in possibly the most famous match of all time against the Undertaker in a hell in a cell match, his cemented him as one of the most entertaining wrestlers. Has feuded with the best of them and beaten all. Foley returns to the ring after a hiatus writing books, and looks to reclaim his lost popularity. [b][u]Umaga[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_Umaga.jpg[/IMG] Otherwise known as Ekmo Fatu (TNA) and Jamal of 3 Minute Warning (WWE, and a good run in AJPW winning the Tag Team Titles), he found his biggest success as “The Samoan Bulldozer” Umaga. A former WWE Intercontinental Champion, his biggest feud has to be with Bobby Lashley & billionaire Donald Trump, which culminated at Wrestlemania 23. A very versatile big man, but with below average mic skills. [b][u]Roddy Piper[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_RoddyPiper2.jpg[/IMG] ”Rowdy” Roddy Piper is a legend in every sense of the word. In the 80’s he was the biggest wrestling around apart from Hulk Hogan. Having won numerous NWA Titles, and being a former WWF Intercontinental Champion, WCW United States Champion, and WWE World Tag Team Champion (With Ric Flair) the only prizes that have eluded him are World Titles. Now a manager, he returns to WCW to help another star reach his full potential. [b][u]Trish Stratus[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_TrishStratus.jpg[/IMG] A 7 time WWE Women’s champion, and maybe the most successful female wrestler ever. Retired from wrestling late 2006, but has now come back to the wrestling World after a few failed TV projects. As WCW will not be having a women’s division, will probably go back to management duties. [b][u]Finlay[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_Finlay.jpg[/IMG] Probably the most successful Irish wrestler ever. His early days were spent in Britain winning numerous titles, before joining WCW in 1995 as “The Belfast Brawler” and staying there until the buy out. Was a trainer for many years, notably training WWE’s women wrestlers and WCW Power Plant stars. Returned to the ring in 2006, with a very successful run winning the WWE United States Title, and being an upper midcard/main event star. Returns to where he began with WCW. [b][u]Nick Dinsmore[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_NickDinsmore.jpg[/IMG] “Eugene” from WWE, a mentally retarded gimmick that he created himself and had some success in the early days before it got old fast. Also trained by Dean Malenko, he is an amazing technical wrestler, who has never got to show his true abilities hidden in that gimmick. Had a very brief stint in WCW in September 1998, he is another of the “new breed” style that Bischoff is looking for. [b][u]Ron Killings[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_RonKillings.jpg[/IMG] A former WWE Hardcore Champion, NWA World Tag Team Champion, and NWA World Heavyweight Champion. Ron is maybe one of the most successful African American wrestlers in the World. Having been in bad gimmicks in WWE (K-Kwik) and being stuck in the midcard, he moved to TNA and soon won the World Title. A very talented star. [b][u]Al Snow[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_AlSnow.jpg[/IMG] A multiple time WWE Hardcore champion, ex-WWE European and ex-WWE Tag Team Champion, Al Snow has definitely had an eventful wrestling career. Started out with some very bad gimmicks (Leif Cassidy, Avatar, Shinobi) he was finally given a chance after an exchange to ECW. Is a very good wrestler, with good charisma. Has given his hand to being a trainer over the past few years, but will now return to the ring with WCW. [b][u]Sylvain Grenier[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_SylvainGrenier.jpg[/IMG] Trained in the Funkin Conservatory by Dory Funk, and former 2 time WWE World Tag Team Champion (one time with fellow NEW WCW star, Rob Conway). Sylvan’s debut came refereeing the match between The Rock & Hulk Hogan at Wrestlemania!! Found a lot of success in the tag ranks in WWE, before being saddled with a bad gimmick and being fired. Maybe a La Resistance reunion?! [b][u]Monty Brown[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_MontyBrown.jpg[/IMG] A former NFL player for the New England Patriots, he decided to hang up the boots and enter professional wrestling. Was trained by Dan “The Beast” Severn, Monty had a lot of success in TNA constantly being in the World Title picture, but always having it evade him. Went onto WWE where he was part of the ECW brand as Marcus Cor Von, but left because of personal problems. Has returned after a hiatus from the ring. [b][u]Joey Matthews[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_JoeyMatthews.jpg[/IMG] Better known as WWE’s Joey Mercury, and formerly one half of MNM with John Hennigan. He is a 3 time WWE Tag Team champion. Was released from WWE due to personal problems (drugs), after spending a couple of stints in rehab. Maybe he’s looking for a fresh start in WCW? [b][u]Rob Conway[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_RobConway.jpg[/IMG] Another former student of OVW, and former WWE World Tag Team Champion. He has aboe average charisma, and decent mat wrestling skills but never got his big break in WWE, and never became the main event talent they had hope him to be. [b][u]Jonathan Coachman[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_JonathanCoachman.jpg[/IMG] Sometimes Lead Announcer of RAW, sometimes RAW’s General Manager, sometimes Vince McMahon (and previously Eric Bischoff’s) “Executive Assistant”, The Coach is a very talented mic worker and comedy character. Possibly signed because of his friendship with Eric Bischoff, he’s a very versatile worker who even occasionally gets in the ring. [b][u]Heidenriech[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_JonHeidenreich.jpg[/IMG] A Super Bowl winner with the Washington Redskins, he signed a development deal with WWE and was sent to UPW, before having some success in Japan. Won the WWE Tag Team Titles with Road Warrior Animal and “The New Legion Of Doom”, and had a notable feud with The Undertaker before being released. A decent big man brawler. [b][u]Josh Matthews[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_JoshMatthews2.jpg[/IMG] Josh came runner-up in the first ever WWE Tough Enough (which was won by Maven). He had a very short wrestling career, ending up becoming an announcer/interviewer for WWE Smackdown & Velocity. It is believed he will be Joey Style’s announcing partner.[/CENTER] We have also heard that [b]D’Lo Brown[/b] has rejected a contract offer, as he has too many commitments at this time. More news as it comes folks!!

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[b][u]Sunday: Weel 1, January [SIZE="6"]WCW SIGN 3 FORMER WORLD CHAMPIONS!!![/SIZE][/b][/u] Amazing news just in that WCW have just finished finalizing the contracts of more wrestlers, including THREE former World champions. The Undertaker, Goldberg and Rey Mysterio Jr have all signed on the dotted line to become WCW talents in a move that must be making WWE and all other competitors shake in their boots!!! Let's take a look at today's signings!!! [CENTER][b][u]The Undertaker[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_TheUndertaker.jpg[/IMG] Some say the most successful wrestler in the 90’s, some say the most successful wrestler EVER. All you have to do is look at his record to see how good Te Undertaker is, a 7 time WWE World Tag Team Champion (with Kane, The Rock, Big Show, and Steve Austin), WWE Hardcore champion, WWE Undisputed Champion, 4 time WWE World Heavyweight champion (beating, Hulk Hogan, Steve Austin, Psycho Sid and Batista) and a Royal Rumble winner. Maybe the most impressive thing about The Undertaker is his 15-0 Wrestlemania winning streak. He’ll definitely be looking to make the WCW stars rest in peace!!! [b][u]Goldberg[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_Goldberg.jpg[/IMG] A former 2 time WCW United States, WCW World Tag Team, WCW World Heavyweight and WWE World Heavyweight champion, Goldberg was perhaps one of WCW’s biggest stars ever. Being pushed on two massive “winning streaks”, he is probably one of the biggest wrestling stars that has been produced in some time. His run however came to an abrupt end when he was made to look bad by WWE writers (and Vince McMahon). His last match was the dreadful Wrestlemania encounter against Brock Lesnar. Now returns to the federation that made him a household name. [b][u]Rey Mysterio Jr.[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_ReyMysterioMask.jpg[/IMG] The best and most successful small man in the business. Mysterio first came to attention in the original WCW, winning the WCW Cruiserweight title, WCW Tag Team Titles, and the WCW Cruiserweight Tag Team Titles. Was always held down in WCW because of his size/politics/style, and it wasn’t until the buyout and his entrance into WWE that he became a superstar. There he won the WWE Cruiserweight Title 3 times, the WWE Tag Team Titles 4 times, the 2006 Royal Rumble and the WWE World Heavyweight Title!! Has a huge fanbase and a huge heart. [b][u]William Regal[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_WilliamRegal2.jpg[/IMG] Regal started wrestling at the age of 15 in Britain, before making himself known in the US when he joined WCW (As Steven Regal). Here he held 4 WCW Television Titles, before being fired after making Goldberg look weak. After a small stint in WWE, he went back to WCW until its closure. This began his best run in WWE as he became hugely popular as a heel Brit. During his time in WWE he was a 4 time WWE European, a WWE Hardcore and a 3 time WWE World Tag Team champion. Was brilliant in a “RAW General Manager” and commissioner role. A very talented star, who has never made it to the top. [b][u]Chavo Guerrero Jr[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_ChavoGuerreroJr-1.jpg[/IMG] Trained by the Guerrero family members, Chavo has carried the name of his family well. A 4 time WWE Cruiserweight, 2 time WCW Cruiserweight, and 2 time WWE Tag Team Champion (with his Uncle Eddie). Chavo started his career in Japan, and then joined WCW in 1996. He stayed with the company until its closure in 2001, moving to WWE as part of the Alliance. Found a lot of success in WWE on his own, and as a tag team/feud with his Uncle, and a feud following his Uncle’s death with Rey Mysterio. [b][u]The Sandman[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_TheSandman.jpg[/IMG] Not your conventional wrestler, The Sandman has made a career out of hardcore wrestling and general brawling, and has been very successful for it. Being a “Blue collar” extreme character, he has had 4 ECW World Heavyweight title reigns and 1 ECW Tag Team Title reign. Still has a huge fan base from his ECW days, and has gained popularity after a good run in WWE. [b][u]Tajiri[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_Tajiri.jpg[/IMG] Obviously began his career in Japan, but soon found a following in the US when he joined ECW. Here he had a successful time, winning the ECW World Tag Team Titles, and an ECW Television Title. At the end of ECW Tajiri was instantly signed by WWE, and began working for WWE against The Alliance, before turning on the WWE and joining his ECW friends. During his 5 year stint in WWE he picked won the WWE Cruiserweight Title 3 times, the WWE Light Heavyweight Title, the WWE Tag Team Titles (with Eddie Guerrero) and the WWE World Tag Team Titles (with William Regal). Left WWE and returned to Japan, now finds himself in WCW. [b][u]Victoria[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_Victoria.jpg[/IMG] One of the most well-known female wrestlers in America, being a 2 time WWE Women’s Champion. Had a five year run in WWE, where she very frequently appeared on TV. Was released after cut backs, and has now signed with WWE. Will probably become a manager like fellow ex-WWE Diva Trish Stratus. [b][u]Little Guido[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_LittleGuido2.jpg[/IMG] A former ECW Tag Team, and 2 time WWE Cruiserweight champion. Guido is a fantastic technical wrestler, that has always been let down by his size. First found a lot of success in ECW teaming with Tracy Smothers and Tommy Rich as the FBI (Full Blooded Italians), and then with Tony Mamaluke under the same name. Went to WWE, and recreated the FBI with Big Vito, and eventually with Tony Mamaluke once more in the recreation of ECW. Is a solid worker. [b][u]Scotty Too Hotty[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_Scotty2Hotty.jpg[/IMG] A former WWE Hardcore, WWE Light Heavyweight and WWE World Tag Team Champion, Scott Taylor’s fun “break dancing” character made him into a very popular star. With a simple finisher move, The Worm (basically a forearm drop), the fans were definitely into his character. It got old after the break up of Too Cool, and he was lost in the midcard before being released. [b][u]Mike Bucci[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_MickyNova.jpg[/IMG] Started out in ECW as Super Nova, before turning in Nova, and then Hollywood Nova with the creation of the Blue World Order. Found a lot of popularity when he joined WWE as Simon Dean, a fitness freak who began his stint trying to get the fans to buy into his “Simon System”. Was made head trainer of OVW, before being released. [b][u]Doug Bashman[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_DougBasham.jpg[/IMG] Another OVW trainee. Had an uneventful, yet decent run in WWE as one half of the Basham Brothers with Danny Basham (not really brothers). After the break up of the tag team had a failed run as a singles star, before rejoining in ECW as Paul Heyman’s “riot squad”, and then quickly being released along with a lot of other stars. Appeared in TNA for a couple of months to feud with VKM (BG James and Kip James), before going back to the Indy’s again. [b][u]Psicosis[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_Psicosis2.jpg[/IMG] Trained by Rey Mysterio Sr, Psicosis has performed all over the World. First came to fame in the original WCW, being a founder member of the “Lucha Revolution” and was in the first Lucha Libre match on American television (against Konnan). Is a former 2 time WCW Cruiserweight champion. After the closure of WCW he had a very impressive run in TNA’s X Division before joining WWE and forming “The Mexicools”. [b][u]Gene Snitsky[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_GeneSnitsky2.jpg[/IMG] Trained by Afa The Wild Samoan, Snitsky’s best moments were during a feud with Kane after Snitsky accidentally caused Lita to “miscarry”. This patented his catchphrase “It Wasn’t My Fault”. After the end of that storyline his character went through some strange changes (having a foot fetish, homoerotic tendencies) before he was repackaged into a bald psycho in WWE’s ECW. Was released when it didn’t catch on. [b][u]Shad Gaspard[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_Shad.jpg[/IMG] Trained in OVW, he had a brief run on WWE RAW as one half of the tag team Crime Time with JTG. Was released after some backstage trouble, and giving a referee their finishing move out of nowhere. A decent young big man. [b][u]Justin Credible[/u][/b] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_JustinCredible.jpg[/IMG] Trained in the Hart Brother’s training camp. Began as a jobber in the WWF under the names PJ Walker, and the terrible gimmick of Aldo Montoya. Eventually found success under the name Justin Credible in ECW, becoming a 2 time ECW Tag Team Champion with Lance Storm, and ECW World Champion. After ECW’s demise joined WWE, but has failed to find anymore success. [b][u]Kid Kash[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_KidKash2.jpg[/IMG] A former ECW Television, NWA-TNA X Division, 2 time NWATNA World Tag Team, and WWE Cruiserwight champion. Kid Kash has had a successful, if not problem filled career. A talented high flyer, who has had his demons with drugs. Looks for a fresh start in WCW. [b][u]Mikey Whipwreck[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_MikeyWhipwreck.jpg[/IMG] Most famous for being an underdog in ECW, and is one of ECW’s most decorated stars. He is a former 2 time ECW Tag Team, 2 time ECW Television, and ECW World Heavyweight champion. Had a very brief run in WCW. Been working in the independents since ECW’s closure.[/CENTER] WCW have also completed the signings of [b]Paul Orndorff[/b], and [b]Tom Pritchard[/b] as [i]Road Agents[/i], and [b]Daniel Beaumont[/b] as a referee.

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[B][U]Tuesday Week 2 [SIZE="7"]"THE GREATEST WRESTLER EVER" SIGNS FOR WCW?!?![/size][/u][/b] The unimaginable has happened in WCW, one of the WWE mainstays, a WWE Icon, and a (previously) WWE loyalist has signed on the dotted line for Eric Bischoff’s project. [b]“The Heartbreak Kid” Shawn Michaels[/b] has signed a 2 year contract, and will definitely be one of the biggest stars in the WCW brand. We have tried to contact Shawn for an interview but he and WCW have been very quiet recently. Rest assured as soon as we can get an interview, we’ll give you it!! Among another large list of stars are recognisable names [b]Carlito[/b], [b]Montel Vontavious Porter[/b] and [b]Gregory Helms[/b]. [CENTER][b][u]Shawn Michaels[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_ShawnMichaels.jpg[/IMG] The Heartbreak Kid himself is another superstar created in the 90’s, a huge fan favourite he’s one of the most recognizable faces in the squared circle. Having a remarkable 3 WWE Tag Team Titles, 3 WWE Intercontinental Titles, 2 Royal Rumble victories and 4 World Heavyweight Title runs during his career. Had a big hand in making WWE as big as it was during the attitude era with DX, and never fails to be entertaining in the ring, as well as out of it. This is his first run outside of WCW, and he must be looking for the World Title. [b][u]Carlito[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_Carlito.jpg[/IMG] Son of legend and WWC owner Carlos Colon, Carlito was always destined to be a star. A former WWE United States, and WWE Intercontinental champion Carlito could have been a main event star, but was only held back by his free spirit ways and his attitude. Was released from the WWE after cut backs, but has now been picked up by WCW. Is looking to make a cool impression in WCW, and maybe get to the main event status that has always eluded him. [b][u]Montel Vontavious Porter[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_MVP.jpg[/IMG] A former WWE United States champion, MVP was very much main event talent until WWE suffered its problems and were forced to let him go due to money worries. Although still a bit green, he improves with every match and has enough ability on the mic to support his decent in-ring skills. [b][u]Gregory Helms[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_TheHurricane.jpg[/IMG] First made his name in WCW, originally as part of the tandem 3 Count. When it was brought out, he was immediately signed to WWE, and found a lot of success under a superhero gimmick created by himself, “The Hurricane”. Gave up that gimmick after it was aging, and become a more ****y character. Was the figurehead of the WWE Cruiserweight title division winning it 3 times, also a 3 time WWE World Tag Team Champion, WWE European, WWE & WCW Hardcore, and WCW Cruiserweight champion. [b][u]Elijah Burke[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_ElijahBurke.jpg[/IMG] A former boxer and law enforcer, Elijah is another successful training from the OVW system. Still very green in the ring, he however had a good run in WWE’s recreated brand of ECW, firstly being the figure head of “The New Breed”, culminating in a match at Wrestlemania 23 where they took on the “ECW Originals” and lost. Was feuding for the ECW World Title, but lost his push and his character was left confused in the midcard, before he was released. A talented talker who is bringing the “Elijah Express” to WCW. [b][u]Glenn Gilberti[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_GlenGilbertti.jpg[/IMG] The former Disco Inferno and Disqo in WCW, he had a very long run in the federation, however always being a midcarder and never being able to step up to the main game. A former 2 time WCW Television champion, a WCW Tag Team Champion, and a WCW Cruiserweight champion. A fantastic talker, but hasn’t been in the ring since a run in TNA.[/CENTER] [b]Arn Anderson[/b] has also signed a contract and returns to WCW as a road agent. In other news [b]"Mean" Gene Okerland[/b] has signed with WWE, who also held their [b]RAW[/b] show last night. The show only got a B- score: [QUOTE] Hardcore Holly dft. Melina, Candice Michelle, and Maria Matt Hardy and Bobby Lashley dft. Paul London and Stevie Richards Brian Kendrick dft. CM Punk to retain the WWE Europen Title Edge dft. Jeff Hardy, Kane and JBL Ron Simmons dft. Big Daddy V to retain the WWE Hardcore Title Ken Kennedy dft. The Great Khali to retain the WWE Intercontinental Title Batista dft. HHH[/QUOTE]

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[b][u]Friday: Week 2, January [SIZE="6"]WCW SIGN TWO FEMALE STARS!![/SIZE][/b][/u] WCW have completed the signing of two very famous female stars, the first being [i]ex-WWE and WCW star[/i] [b]Torrie Wilson[/b] who returns to the federation, the second being [b]Alexis Laree[/b] [i](aka Mickie James)[/i], the fiancée of [i]WCW protégé[/i] [b]Ken Doane[/b]. Laree in her own right is a fantastic female performer, but there are grumblings backstage, and within critic circles that the only reason she has been signed in because of Ken Doane being Bischoff’s new golden boy. Below we take a look at both women in more detail: [CENTER][b][u]Alexis Laree[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_AlexisLaree.jpg[/IMG] A former independent mainstay, she got her big break when she was signed by WWE. Spent a short time in OVW before being called up to the main roster and began a fantastic feud with then WWE Women’s champion Trish Stratus, playing an “Obsessed Fan” character. Her gimmick then changed slightly, but she has always been a talented female wrestler. A 3 time WWE Women’s Champion, and fiancée of Ken Doane. [b][u]Torrie Wilson[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_TorrieWilson3.jpg[/IMG] Began her career in WCW under her real name, firstly as a manager of David Flair, but she found most of her success as the manager of The Filthy Animals. Left WCW shortly before it closed down, and was snapped up by WWE. Had a very successful run, becoming a manager in the Alliance. Has been involved in a lot of on-screen storylines, and has a lot of TV time to her name. Has even learnt to wrestle and is capable in the ring.[/CENTER]

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[b][u]Monday Week 3[/b][/u] More news from the WCW camp, as four new stars have been signed. [CENTER][b][u]John Hennigan[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_JohnMorrison.jpg[/IMG] Hennigan started off in WWE’s reality TV show, “Tough Enough III” and was a co-winner with Matt Cappotelli. He was sent to OVW for development, and was there until he was called up to RAW as Bichoff’s assistant. This didn’t last long before he was sent back to development, only to return to Smackdown under the name Jonny Nitro in the trio MNM with Joey Matthews, and Melina Perez. Was very successful, winning the WWE Intercontinental Title 2 times, the WWE Tag Team Titles 3 times, and was a figurehead of ECW becoming the World Champion. A big future is in front of him… [b][u]Sean Morley[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_ValVenis.jpg[/IMG] Morley is better known as WWE star Val Venis, having been with the federation for nine years. Morley had quite a run in the federation, being a 2 time WWE Intercontinental champion, a former WWE European champion, and WWE World Tag Team Champion. Over the last few years he was lost in the roster and became nothing more than an enhancement talent. Looking for a fresh start in WCW. [b][u]Sean O’Haire[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_SeanOHaire.jpg[/IMG] Before the demise of the old WCW O’Haire was one of it’s biggest potential stars, having an amazing run as part of the New Breed. He is a former 4 time WCW World Tag Team champion, twice with Chuck Paulmbo, and twice with Mark Jindrak in what became a formidable partnership. Was signed up to WWE but never reached his potential after being given a lot of chance. Returns home to see if he can reclaim his glory. [b][u]Rene Dupree[/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_ReneDupree.jpg[/IMG] Son of Canadian wrestling legend, Emile Dupree, Rene as been training since the age of 11!! Had his best run in WWE where he won the WWE World Tag Team Titles 1 time, as part of the successful tandem "La Resistance" with Sylvan Grenier, and the WWE Tag Team Title 2 times with Kenzo Suzuki. Then became a singles wrestler but was plagued with an injury, before failing a wellness test and being fired. Is still young and talented.[/CENTER] Also, legend [b]Dory Funk Jr[/b] has been signed to a place on the road agent team.

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[b][u]Friday: Week 3, January[/b][/u] [SIZE="6"]WCW NITRO TO RETURN IN TWO WEEKS!!![/SIZE] [i]Eric Bischoff[/i] and WCW have finally announced their plans as to television and PPV shows! Their first return show will take place [b]Thursday, Week 1 in Febuary and will air LIVE on PPV on DirecTV, the Dish Network, and In Demand[/b]. They have chosen the very familiar name of [b]“WCW Nitro”[/b]!!! Negotiations are still taking place with TV networks about a weekly TV show, but no details have been finalised as yet. In other news WCW have been starting local house shows in the US, and their first reportedly gained a phenomenal [b]$57, 225[/b] from first show. These are good numbers for the federation, and a sign that their impressive roster is already making people pay attention. Also, [b]Jack Evans[/b] and [b]Alexis Laree[/b] have apparently been getting on very well backstage. The two know each other from the independents a few years ago, and now find themselves in the same federation. The two apparently share a lot of interests and have already built a strong friendship. The WWE held another [b]RAW[/b] Show Monday night, with things going from bad to worse. With only 1,000 people in the audience, the show did a C+ rating. The show saw [b]Shane McMahon return to the ring against HHH[/b], and the Tag Titles change hands: [QUOTE] Batista dft. CM Punk The Hardy Boyz dft. Stevie Richards and Bobby Lashley Randy Orton dft. Kane Hardcore Holly dft. Big Daddy V and Ron Simmons for the WWE Hardcore Title The Great Kahli dft. JBL Amazingly Awesome (Edge & Ken Kennedy) dft. Kendrick & London for the WWE Tag Team Titles HHH dft. Shane McMahon[/QUOTE]

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[b][u]Saturday: Week 4, January[/b][/u] Fresh off WCW.com, and we have it here first!! Below is the preview for the return of WCW Nitro, and what a show it's going to be!! Here it is: [QUOTE][CENTER][SIZE="6"][b][u]WCW Nitro Preview[/SIZE][/b][/u] [IMG]http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i14/JDTheIcon/th_Nitro2.jpg[/IMG] [b]WCW Nitro[/b] returns on weekly Pay Per View, and what a show [i]Eric Bischoff[/i] has already announced!!! A [b]WCW World Title Tournament[/b] will take place starting this Thursday night, taking part will be [i]Hulk Hogan[/i], [i]Shawn Michaels[/i], [i]The Undertaker[/i], [i]Rey Mysterio[/i], [i]Goldberg[/i], [i]Paul “The Giant” Wight[/i], [i]Cactus Jack[/i] and [i]Heidenreich[/i]. This Thursday’s qualifying matches will be [b]HBK taking on The Giant[/b], and [b]Hulk Hogan squaring off with Heidenreich[/b]!!! Who will go through to the semis?! Will the other competitors get involved?!?! Who knows! Two of the other World Title Tournament competitors will be in action, as [b]Cactus Jack[/b] will team up with [b]Umaga[/b] to take on [b]Goldberg[/b] and [b]Tajiri[/b]. Which superstar will get the psychological edge going into next week’s match? Also [b]Carlito[/b] and [b]Finlay[/b] will team up to take on [b]Montel Vontavius Porter[/b] and [b]Shelton Benjamin[/b], [b]John Hennigan[/b] will face [b]Al Snow[/b] in the debut of what Hennigan is calling [b]"The Primetime Challenge"[/b], and the [i]brand new tag team[/i] of [b]Joseph Mercury[/b] and [b]Rene Dupree[/b], otherwise known as [b]“Total Perfection”[/b] will face [b]Sean Morley[/b] and [b]Nick Dinsmore[/b] in tag action. Plus [i]every member of the new WCW roster will be in attendance[/i], and with the likes of [b]Ken Doane[/b], [b]Chavo Guerrero[/b], [b]Ron Killings[/b], [b]Gregory Helms[/b], [b]William Regal[/b], and [b]The Sandman[/b] anything can (and probably will!) happen!! The only way to watch WCW Nitro is on InDemand, DirecTV, and the Dish Network. 8pm this THURSDAY!!!! [b][u]Quick Card:[/b][/u] HBK Vs. The Giant Hogan Vs. Heidenreich Cactus Jack & Umaga Vs. Goldberg & Tajiri Carlito & Finlay Vs. MVP & Benjamin John Hennigan Vs. Al Snow Total Perfection (Joseph Mercury & Rene Dupree) Vs. Sean Morley & Nick Dinsmore[/QUOTE][/CENTER] Also, WWE held their last RAW before the Royal Rumble this Sunday. Getting a audience of around 4,500, the show gained another C+ rating. [QUOTE] Brian Kendrick dft. Danny Doring to retain the WWE European Title Hardcore Holly dft. Aaron Stevens to retain the WWE Hardcore Title Matt Hardy dft. Matt Striker Jeff Hardy dft. Big Daddy V Ron Simmons dft. Chris Masters Amazingly Awesome (Edge & Ken Kennedy) dft. Lashley & Kane to retain the WWE World Tag Team Titles Shane McMahon & Ric Flair dft. John Cena & HHH[/QUOTE] OOC: Predictions for Nitro, and comments about the diary are very welcome!!! Sorry for the delay in posting, was hit by a car a couple of weeks ago and have only just got better!!