March 2008 News Archive (Page 7)

This week's edition of WWE Raw drew a modest 3.5 overall cable rating. Approximately five million people tuned in to the show, which was main evented by Tripled H versus Randy Orton.

The show earned a 3.46 in the first hour and a 3.47 in the second hour, which rounds up the number to a 3.5. Last week's show garnered a 3.5 rating, as well.

According to Lordsofpain,net, talk within WWE has Triple H down as a lock to win the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 24 against Randy Orton and John Cena.

Orton is considered a dark horse to retain the title, while Cena is unlikely emerge victories because he'll be on hiatus in mid-May filming scenes for his next movie, 12 Rounds.

Upon Cena's return, however, it's expected that he'll begin a program with Triple H that will be the company's top summer feud.

We know it's hard to take your eyes off Maria Kanellis nude photos from Playboy right now.

But Karen Angle has a message for wrestling fans: I'm hot, too! 

Despite WWE rumors saying she's been sent home, Ashley Massaro posted a blog yesterday on her MySpace website saying that she's actually in Los Angeles because she is suffering from some type of hand injury.

Massaro said that she wants to work, but she cannot get medical clearance to return to the ring. Massaro will fly back to Texas this weekend to to see an orthopedic surgeon in order to assess her injury.

Here's a rundown of the celebrities currently set to appear at Wrestlemania 24:

• Kim Kardashian: Participation unknown
• Raven-Symone: Wll be appearing alongside 50 children from the Make-A-Wish Foundation
• John Legend: Singing "America the Beautiful"
• Snoop Dogg: Master of ceremonies for the Playboy BunnyMania match
• 50 Cent: Will be in Floyd Mayweather's corner

According to a report by PWInsider, WrestleMania 25 is expected to be held on Sunday, April 5, 2009 in Houston, Texas at Reliant Stadium. The stadium lists a capacity of 71,500 for football and could hold much more for a WWE event the size of WrestleMania.

The company held WrestleMania 17 in Houston's Astrodome back in 2001, which featured The Rock vs. Steve Austin in the main event.

We'll let you know when WWE makes the official announcement, but do you think Houston is a good choice for Wrestlemania 25?

With her Playboy issue hitting newsstands this week, WWE Diva Maria Kanellis will be embarking on a two-week autograph-signing tour.

Here's where you can meet the beauty during that time:

- Wednesday, March 5 (6-7:30 p.m.)
New York, NY
Hawaiian Tropic Zone - 729 Seventh Avenue

- Thursday, March 6 (12-2 pm)
New York, NY
Virgin Megastore in Times Square 1540 Broadway (between 45th & 46th)

We're a family site. To see Maria Kanellis naked and uncensored, pick up this month's issue of Playboy.

- Friday, March 7 (7:30-9:30 p.m.)
Schaumburg, IL
John Barleycorns - 1020 N. National Parkway

- Saturday, March 8 (3:30-4:30 p.m.)
Schaumburg, IL
Woodfield Mall - Comcast Court Area

- Thursday, March 13 (9:30 - 11 p.m.)
Hollywood, CA
Element - 1642 North Las Palmas

-Thursday, March 13 (7-9 pm)
Los Angeles, CA
Virgin Megatore

Just a few weeks away from Wrestlemania 24, here's what went down on WWE RAW last night...

William Regal announced triple a threat takeover: over the next three weeks, one of Triple, Randy Orton, and John Cena would be in charge of the show First up? John Cena.

Big Show vs. Brandon “The Thrill” Hill
Brandon Hill is the exact size of Floud Mayweather, who was was watching via satellite from Las Vegas. Big Show choke slams Hill for easy win. This is followed by awkward exchange between Show and Mayweather
Winner: Big Show

Shawn Michaels and Ric Flair vs. Lance Cade and Trevor Murdock
Flair applies the figure four leglock on Cade. Michaels applies the figure four leglock on Murdock. Cade taps. Afterwards, HBK makes a solid speech about not wanting to face Flair at Wrestlemania 24 because he'll have no choice but to "stop his show."
Winners: Shawn Michaels and Ric Flair

Cena announces Orton vs. Triple H tonight. Next Monday night will be a three-hour Raw, with Mayweather appearance and much more.

Umaga vs. Super Crazy
Umaga samoan spikes Super Crazy. Lame match.
Winner: Umaga

Highlight reel with Chris Jericho. Guest is Jeff Hardy. Y2J states that from now until WrestleMania, anything goes and they are no longer friends. Hardy agrees and immediately gives Jericho the twist of fate, leaving him lying on the mat.

Mr. Kennedy vs. John Cena
John Cena jumps off the top rope with a tremendous leg drop, applies the STFU. Kennedy taps out.
Winner: Cena

They announce the special master of ceremonies for the BunnyMania match at Wrestlemania between Maria Kanellisa and Candice Michelle/ Melina and Beth Phoenix: Snoop Dogg!!!

Carlito vs. Cody Rhodes
Carlito with the backstabber on Rhodes for the pin.
Winner: Carlito, qualifes for the money in the bank match.

Finlay comes out to confront JBL, but Vince announces that JBL is somewhere else. Vince asks Finlay if Hornswoggle is his son. Finlay says "yes." JBL comes on via satellite. He shows up on the screen in Hornswoggle’s hospital room. Finlay tells JBL to not touch his son. JBL then challenges Finlay at WrestleMania. The lights go out. There is commotion with Hornswoggle and JBL both making wrestling noises.

Randy Orton vs. Triple H
HHH was going to go for the pedigree, but Cena came into the ring and gave HHH the FU; Orton comes in and gives Cena the RKO.

It may not be officially released until tonight's WWE RAW, but we've uncovered a photo of Maria Kanellis' Playboy cover.

As this WWE Diva joins the ranks of Torrie Wilson, Ashley Massaro and others, we have to ask: who is your all-time favorite WWE superstar to appear in Playboy?

The Playboy cover starring Maria Kanellis will premiere on WWE RAW tomorrow night. From the sound of it, this gorgeous WWE Diva may need to see it herself to believe it.

“When I came into WWE at 22, I came in scared,” she said. “Now I’m standing here with my butt completely naked and guess what? I’m feeling good.”

Odds are that most fans will feel good about the nude pictorial, as well.

“I’m very glamorous in this photo shoot,” Maria said. “I’m very high fashion and it definitely brings out that personality in me and makes me look strong. Our fans don’t necessarily get to see me done up to this extent; they don’t get to see me up close and personal.”

Considering the background of Kanellis, it's impressive that she's made it as far as a WWE ring, let along the cover of the world's most prominent adult magazine: this vixen grew up in Ottawa, Illinois and graduated middle school in a class of 15 students.

“To be on national television is crazy,” she admitted. “To be on the cover of any magazine is insanity, coming from my small town. But to be on the cover of Playboy – that’s a statement.”