WWE: On The Road To Renewal

[phenomenon]

June 23, 2010.... 8:00am

Vince McMahon calls an urgent meeting with the entire WWE Staff (creative, writing, road agents, referees, board, etc.)

 

VM: We are at a crossroads here. While we are a solid financial company and gaining some young fans, we remain low in ratings and losing the young adult audience. They are not turning to TNA, they are just giving up on wrestling. While we cannot go back to the extreme of our attitude era, because we are aiming for families, new sponsors, and a clean slate... we will be heading in a more edgy direction. We will have some PG, but we will not be as strict as we are presently. We will never be able to go back to the attitude era because we don't have the Austins, Rocks, etc. This is a new breed of talent. I have sat down with my daughter Stephanie, Michael Hayes, my son-in-law Paul (Triple H), and a few superstars like Shawn Michaels, and The Undertaker. We discussed the pro's and con's of the now and then. With that being said, we are going to change some things.

 

1) I have hired Lance Storm to be the main road agent for Smackdown and appointing Arn Anderson as the main road agent for Raw. Dean Malenko will be the second main road agent on Raw and Ricky Steamboat the second on Smackdown. I have instructed those four men to look at the rosters in the WWE, as well as, free agents or those with an open contract. They will be holding a draft this week and making negotiations.

 

2) WWE Superstars is being canceled.

 

3) We are thinking of adding a third show in it's place showcasing not only development talent, but a cruiserweight division. Another option is having cruiserweights on both Raw and Smackdown, and having the title defended on both shows.. similar to the Unified Tag Team Titles.

 

4) Regarding the current roster, we may be letting some talent go or sending them down to our development territory in Florida. Myself, and the four gentlemen I mentioned earlier, Shawn Michaels (whom is not under contract, just for input), Triple H, and Stephanie.

 

We will be sharing information as we receive it. Thank you.

[juggaloninjalee]

I don't think the WWE would ask for the fans to submit what they want on their site. Thats my only criticism. Can't wait to see what your shows are like.

[phenomenon]

<p><strong>June 23, 2010... 12:32pm</strong></p><p> </p><p>

As reported on WWE.com</p><p> </p><p>

WWE has come to terms on the release of The Great Khali (Dalip Singh), Ranjin Singh (Dave Kapoor), Hornswoggle (Dylan Postl), Ezekiel Jackson (Rycklon Stephens), and Shad Gaspard as of today June 23, 2010. We wish them all the best in all future endeavors.</p><p> </p><p>

WWE has also resigned previous talents Charlie Haas, Shelton Benjamin, Katie Lea, Paul Burchill, and Paul London.</p><p> </p><p>

WWE has signed Leon White's (better known as Vader) son Jesse White to a development contract.</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Rumors Going Around The Internet</strong></p><p> </p><p>

While not officially stated by anyone within the WWE, rumors are surfacing that WWE has indeed resigned Bryan Danielson Also rumored are a couple of stars on the chopping block as well as a few diva's.</p>

[Guest KingOfKings]

Just a few tips. Sign: Cherry Bomb, LuFisto, Shantelle Taylor(Taylor Wilde) , Amazing Kong and Sara Del Ray...

[phenomenon]

<p><strong>June 23, 2010... 2:40pm</strong></p><p> </p><p>

WWE has come to terms on the release of Vladimir Kozlov (Oleg Prudius) as of today June 23, 2010. We wish him all the best in all future endeavors.</p><p> </p><p>

WWE has signed to development contracts LuFisto, Awesome Kong, Shantelle Taylor, Melissa Anderson, Sara Del Ray, and Kelly Courture.</p><p> </p><p>

WWE has resigned Daniel Bryan (Bryan Danielson) and has allowed him to address the WWE Universe on June 28th, live on Monday Night Raw.</p>

[TracyBrooksFan]

i would resign Mickie James but htat me

 

this is interesting so far

[phenomenon]

Rumors Going Around The Internet

 

It appears the WWE is interested in possibly bringing back some former divas, but we are not certain who they may be. WWE seems to be keeping a tight lip on some signings as well as new rosters for Raw and Smackdown.

 

Names of divas we have seen pop up is Mickie James, Tara, Torrie Wilson, Candice Michelle, and Maria. We cannot confirm any of these have been signed, they are just rumors.

 

Also, it seems WWE is signing some talent on a very short-term deal to see how they fair in dark matches. The only rumors we speculate are the Briscoe Brothers from ROH.

 

WWE is apparently wanting to spark up the Diva division, Cruiserweight Division, and Tag Team Division. As well as build back the prestige for the Intercontinental and United States Titles, and build up younger stars.

 

It's rumored the WWE website will be listing the changes on the rosters quietly and not saying much until the show Raw airs.

[Raijin_Samurai]

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="phenomenon" data-cite="phenomenon" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="28327" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><strong>June 23, 2010... 12:32pm</strong><p> </p><p> As reported on WWE.com</p><p> </p><p> WWE has come to terms on the release of The Great Khali (Dalip Singh), Ranjin Singh (Dave Kapoor), Hornswoggle (Dylan Postl), Ezekiel Jackson (Rycklon Stephens), and Shad Gaspard as of today June 23, 2010. We wish them all the best in all future endeavors.</p><p> </p><p> WWE has also resigned previous talents Charlie Haas, Shelton Benjamin, Katie Lea, Paul Burchill, and Paul London.</p><p> </p><p> WWE has signed Leon White's (better known as Vader) son Jesse White to a development contract.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Rumors Going Around The Internet</strong></p><p> </p><p> While not officially stated by anyone within the WWE, rumors are surfacing that WWE has indeed resigned Bryan Danielson Also rumored are a couple of stars on the chopping block as well as a few diva's.</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><p> Good thing Shelton Benjamin is resigned. Hopefully this time, Shelton becomes a main eventer and win either the WWE or Heavyweight Championship.</p>

[Teh_Showtime]

<p>you fired Zeke on day one?</p><p> </p><p>

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[Greg McNeish]

you fired Zeke on day one?

 

 

And then my man Kozlov on day two.

 

I always like to give WWE dynasties a couple shows to grab my attention. As a lifelong WWF/E fan, I'm forever interested in other people's takes on my beloved corporate monstrosity.

[phenomenon]

<p><strong>Monday Night Raw Preview</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Daniel Bryan returns and will address what WWE Universe. What will we have to say? </p><p> </p><p>

John Morrison & R-Truth vs. Heath Slater & Justin Gabriel</p><p> </p><p>

Shelton Benjamin vs. Tyson Kidd</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>United States Championship</strong></p><p>

Paul London vs. The Miz vs. Evan Bourne</p><p> </p><p>

Wade Barrett vs. Goldust</p><p> </p><p>

Christian vs. William Regal</p><p> </p><p>

John Cena vs. Chris Jericho</p>

[Teh_Showtime]

<p><strong>John Morrison & R-Truth</strong> vs. Heath Slater & Justin Gabriel</p><p>

I hope morrison doesnt get lost in the shuffle.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Shelton Benjamin</strong> vs. Tyson Kidd</p><p>

Could go both ways, but Shelton is better</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

United States Championship</p><p>

Paul London vs. <strong>The Miz</strong> vs. Evan Bourne</p><p>

Unless you give it to Bourne to push the Miz harder, I dont see him losing.</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Wade Barrett</strong> vs. Goldust</p><p>

Goldust = Old</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Christian</strong> vs. William Regal</p><p>

Someone should get him over, thank you for taking the liberties.</p><p> </p><p>

John Cena vs. <strong>Chris Jericho</strong></p><p>

I see some shenanigans</p>

[juggaloninjalee]

<p><strong>John Morrison & R-Truth</strong> vs. Heath Slater & Justin Gabriel</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Shelton Benjamin </strong>vs. Tyson Kidd</p><p> </p><p>

United States Championship</p><p>

Paul London vs. <strong>The Miz</strong> vs. Evan Bourne</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Wade Barrett</strong> vs. Goldust</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Christian</strong> vs. William Regal</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>John Cena</strong> vs. Chris Jericho</p>

[critical-23]

<p><strong>John Morrison & R-Truth</strong> vs. Heath Slater & Justin Gabriel</p><p>

<em>I like this team's chemistry.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Shelton Benjamin</strong> vs. Tyson Kidd</p><p>

<em>WWE could use a silent assassin and Benjamin's it, whether he sucks on the mic or not. Kidd is pretty good but too small to take out Shelton.</em></p><p> </p><p>

United States Championship</p><p>

Paul London vs. <strong>The Miz </strong>vs. Evan Bourne</p><p>

<em>Glad to see London back as he won't be WWE champion but I hope you will make the Cruiserweight title just as good.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Wade Barrett</strong> vs. Goldust</p><p>

<em>The dirt sheets say that Goldust was in line for a mini push and I believe them as Goldie live and in person is still a work horse even at the age of 100, lol but Wade Barrett is really good IMO thanks to his promo from the final episode of NXT season 1.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Christian </strong>vs. William Regal</p><p>

<em>I know this is like the 80th time they fought but man these guys made ECW exciting to me.</em></p><p> </p><p>

John Cena vs. <strong>Chris Jericho</strong></p><p>

<em>I agree with Teh_Showtime: Shenanigans~!</em></p>

[Raijin_Samurai]

<p><strong>John Morrison & R-Truth</strong> vs. Heath Slater & Justin Gabriel</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Shelton Benjamin</strong> vs. Tyson Kidd</p><p> </p><p>

United States Championship</p><p>

Paul London vs. The Miz vs. <strong>Evan Bourne</strong></p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Wade Barrett</strong> vs. Goldust</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Christian</strong> vs. William Regal</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>John Cena</strong> vs. Chris Jericho</p>

[smurphy1014]

<p><strong>John Morrison & R-Truth</strong> vs. Heath Slater & Justin Gabriel</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Shelton Benjamin</strong> vs. Tyson Kidd</p><p> </p><p>

United States Championship</p><p>

Paul London vs. The Miz vs. <strong>Evan Bourne</strong></p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Wade Barrett</strong> vs. Goldust</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Christian</strong> vs. William Regal</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>John Cena</strong> vs. Chris Jericho</p>

[phenomenon]

Sorry, had some issues but back... off we go (quick results)

 

Raw Results

 

Dark Match: Gail Kim defeated Melissa Anderson

WWE is slowly looking at all the divas and options of how to make the wrestling better, with Gail Kim being one of the leaders. This match was short and just to start off the night.

Match Rating: C-

 

The opening of Raw. Wade Barrett was in the ring with the microphone, as he talked about being the new face of the company. It isn't Sheamus, Triple H, or John Cena. He gets a title shot at a pay per view and demands it at Money In The Bank. Cena's music hits and he talks about Barrett doesn't deserve to get that title shot. He thinks they should fight for that title shot. Sheamus attacks Cena from behind and Barrett just smiles. Then Sheamus grabs the mic and asks Barrett what's so funny... then Sheamus and Barrett get in each other's face... Barrett slaps Sheamus and leaves the ring quickly.

 

Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas backstage interview. They talk about their return and how things will be different. Their first goal is to win the tag team titles from the Hart Dynasty and show how great of talent they are.

 

One Fall: Wade Barrett defeated Goldust

Goldust got some momentum early in the match but Barrett used his size and apparently some "cheating" tips from his former mentor Chris Jericho, then hit his finisher to win the victory.

Match Rating: C

 

Daniel Bryan comes out and addresses the WWE Universe. Bryan is wearing a tie around his neck and says he got fired not for drug abuse, not for sucking at his job or rubbing a top talent the wrong way, but for doing his job and making it interesting. He says he's better than anyone in the back and everyone knows it. He's not Daniel Bryan, he's Bryan Danielson. Then Jericho's music hits and he walks down to get in the ring. Jericho tells Danielson he isn't as great as him... he already beat him on NXT. After exchanging some words, Danielson slapped Jericho and smiled.. Jericho slapped Danielson back and Bryan just stood and smiled.. dropped the mic and left the ring.

 

One Fall: Morrison & R-Truth vs. Slater & Gabriel

In a match that had some good action, John Morrison and R-Truth defeated Heath Slater and Justin Gabriel when John Morrison defeated Justin Gabriel by pinfall with a Moonlight Drive.

Match Rating: C-

 

One Fall: Shelton Benjamin vs. Tyson Kidd

This match went back and forth. While both men did some great flying moves and basic wrestling, Shelton was able to capitalize and pin one half of the tag team champions.

Match Rating: C+

 

One Fall: Christian vs. William Regal

In a great match that had the crowds attention, Christian was able to get the upper hand and hit the killswitch to land the victory.

Match Rating: B

 

United States Title Three-Way: The Miz© vs. Evan Bourne vs. Paul London

In a fast pace match... the Miz mostly laid on the outside while Bourne and London gave some great moves in the ring. After Evan hit the Shooting Star Press on London... the Miz was able to get Bourne up, knock him to the outside and grab the pin on London for the victory.

Match Rating: C

 

One Fall: John Cena vs. Chris Jericho

In a match that had excellent in-ring action and great heat from the audience, John Cena defeated Chris Jericho by pinfall with an Attitude Adjustment after a distraction from Daniel Bryan. After the match we also had Wade Barrett run in and attack Cena.

Match Rating: B

 

Final Show Rating: B

Raw Draws 5.19 Ratings on USA Network

[phenomenon]

Reported on WWE Corporate Website

 

R-Truth has begun a 28 day suspension for drug issues.

Paul London has begun a 28 day suspension for dug issues.

 

Rumors

 

Because of the push WWE was giving R-Truth, it may be that may be 'humbled' when he returns. I've been told if he screws up again, he'll be released immediately.

 

Paul London was in the midst of receiving a decent push. We'll see if the WWE has lost faith in him as well.

[phenomenon]

WWE Smackdown

 

Kane continues his search as to who or what put the Undertaker on the shelf.

 

Mickie James returns to face Layla.

 

JTG vs. Christopher Daniels

 

Kofi Kingston vs. Dolph Ziggler

 

Cody Rhodes vs. Big Show

 

Matt Hardy vs. Rey Mysterio Jr

[Raijin_Samurai]

Kane continues his search as to who or what put the Undertaker on the shelf.

It was probably CM Punk and the Straight Edge Society

 

Mickie James returns to face Layla.

Mickie James will pummel Layla

 

JTG vs. Christopher Daniels

As much as I enjoy watching JTG, Daniels should have a chance to make it big.

 

Kofi Kingston vs. Dolph Ziggler

Kofi is getting pushed right now, Dolph should generate some heel heat

 

Cody Rhodes vs. Big Show

Two words, three syllables...Knockout Punch

 

Matt Hardy vs. Rey Mysterio Jr

Can someone dial up the 619 'cause Hardy's ears will be ringing

[TracyBrooksFan]

Mickie James returns to face Layla.

 

JTG vs. Christopher Daniels

 

Kofi Kingston vs. Dolph Ziggler

 

Cody Rhodes vs. Big Show

 

Matt Hardy vs. Rey Mysterio Jr

[phenomenon]

Smackdown Results

they will get better

 

The opening of Smackdown starts.

 

Kane is out to the ring once again with the mic... promising he will not stop until he finds out who did that to the Undertaker. Nobody will be safe.

 

One Fall: Paul Burchill defeated Devon Storm

In some good in ring action but really not heat between the two. The crowd wasn't much into this match.

Match Rating: D-

 

Backstage we see JTG preparing for his match when a masked man attacks him, throws him into the lockers backstage, and runs away. Teddy is near by as he hears the carnage and runs to JTG and calls for medics. Teddy then tells the crowd Daniels will still fight tonight .. and he'll find out his new opponent next.

 

One Fall: Christopher Daniels defeated MVP

Good back and forth match. MVP almost had it won until Daniels came out of nowhere with a pinfall.

Match Rating: C+

 

Backstage... Layla Cool are talking and they get blindsided by Mickie James .. she smiles and walks away saying "I'm back".

 

Backstage... Jack Swagger is talking to Teddy Long about getting a title shot when Kane walks by, Teddy leaves and Kane is questioning Jack about the Undertaker.

 

One Fall: Mickie James defeated Layla

Before the match started.. Teddy Long came out and said him and the anonymous Raw GM have talked back and forth and decided they are now going to make the Diva Championship and the Women's Championship a unified Diva Title to be defended on all brands. And as of now... nobody is a diva champion.. it will be decided in a match that will be announced on Raw.

McCool tried to help Layla during the match but accidentally hit Layla and Mickie got the roll up.

Match Rating: C-

 

Backstage... CM Punk, Serena, and Gallows are backstage.. Punk says his whole fued with Rey isn't over. It's far from over.

 

One Fall: Kofi Kingston defeated Dolph Ziggler

Dolph had a few good shots, but Kofi mostly dominated this match.

Match Rating: C+

 

In the ring... Cody comes out and talks about how good he is.. and wants to issue an open challenge to anyone in the back to come out so he can show them his skills.

 

One Fall: Big Show defeated Cody Rhodes

Cody couldn't do much with Big Show's size, but when Cody began to daze the giant... Big Show swung and knocked Cody out.

Match Rating: B

 

Backstage... Rey and Hardy shake hands and wish each other good luck and a good match.

 

One Fall: Rey Mysterio defeated Matt Hardy

Drew McIntyre came out and distracted Hardy... and Rey took advantage and hit the 619 to get the pinfall.

Match Rating: B-

 

Punk runs to the ring after the match and starts beating down Rey and hits the GTS. Punk stands over Rey, then the lights go out and come back on... Punk is laying on the ground beside Rey.

 

Final Show Rating: B-

Raw Draws 5.21 Ratings on USA Network

[phenomenon]

Monday Night Raw

 

After announcing on Smackdown, there will be a tournament held on both brands to determine four ladies who will compete for the unified diva championship. Two matches are happening are Raw:

 

Diva Championship Tournament Match

Nikki Bella vs. Eve vs. Melinda

 

Diva Championship Tournament Match

Maryse vs. Brie Bella

 

Evan Bourne vs. Primo

 

Charlie Haas vs. David Hart Smith

 

Edge vs. Mark Henry

 

Main Event

Chris Jericho, Ted Dibiase, Sheamus vs. Bryan Danielson, Randy Orton, John Cena