April WWE Magazine With 26 Different Covers
To go along with Wrestlemania 26, the April issue of WWE Magazine will feature twenty-six different covers featuring Bret Hart, Chris Jericho, Triple H, Undertaker, The Miz, Ted DiBiase, Evan Bourne, Edge, Batista, Big Show, Christian, CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Drew McIntyre, Jack Swagger, John Cena, Kane, MVP, Kofi Kingston, Randy Orton, John Morrison, Rey Mysterio, R-Truth, Shawn Michaels, Sheamus and Santino Marella.
Post-Wrestlemania Plans for Bret Hart?
It looks like Bret Hart will be sticking around with WWE after Wrestlemania. He is currently being advertised for the WWE tour of Germany after Wrestlemania as a special enforcer in the main events of Edge vs. Chris Jericho for the World Heavyweight Title.
Possible Post Wrestlemania Feuds
RAW's annual post-Wrestlemania tour of Europe have John Cena and Triple H vs. Sheamus and Big Show, and Randy Orton vs. Christian as the advertised top matches in most cities, with Triple H vs. Randy Orton and John Cena vs. Sheamus headlining other cities. On the Smackdown side, Chris Jericho vs. Edge, and Rey Mysterio and Kane vs. CM Punk and John Morrison, are being advertised as the top matches in most cities, with Edge vs. Rey Mysterio vs. CM Punk and Kane vs. Drew McIntyre in the remaining venues.
4 Matches Confirmed For Wrestlemania
It was revealed on RAW that Edge will face Chris Jericho at Wrestlemania 26 for the World Heavyweight Championship. Edge made his decision after coming to the ring and spearing Jericho.
Also on RAW it was revealed that Shawn Michaels would in fact get a second chance to end The Undertaker's undefeated Wrestlemania streak, as it will be Michaels-Taker II at Wrestlemania 26. However this time, if HBK loses, his career is over.
Money in the Bank will be returning this year, with Christian winning the first qualifying match on RAW.
And finally, it was announced on RAW that Batista will defend the WWE Championship at Wrestlemania 26 against John Cena. Cena won the rights in a match with Batista, where Batista purposely got himself disqualified to put Cena into the match with him at Wrestlemania.
Slim Jim Sponsoring Wrestlemania 26
WWE announced today that Slim Jim will be the official sponsor for this year’s WrestleMania 26 and the “official meat snack of WWE.” As part of the deal, Edge will serve as a spokesperson for Slim Jim. Here’s part of WWE’s press release from earlier:
“The one-year deal extends the relationship begun last year as part of the brand’s “Spicy Side” campaign and shows consumers what happens when their alter ego encounters the snap of the bold and spicy flavor of a Slim Jim. It will feature numerous promotional activities involving WWE’s television programming, WWE.com, live events and publications throughout the year.
On behalf of Slim Jim, Edge will be making personal appearances and hosting the “Live Like Edge” sweepstakes as well as “The Slim Jim Showdown,” a mobile phone contest. A new “Spicy Side” commercial featuring Edge will debut on USA Network and MyNetworkTV during Monday Night Raw(R) and Friday Night SmackDown(R), as well as online at SpicySide.com and WWE.com. The commercial will also be seen at more than 300 WWE live events throughout the year.”
Edge Saves Bryan Danielson & FCW Heavyweight Champion at FCW Tapings
Edge signed autographs at last night's WWE developmental tapings in Melbourne, Florida and later appeared in the ring to make the save for Bryan Danielson.
Danielson, now going under the name Daniel Bryan, was attacked after the main event by Curt Hawkins, Caylen Croft and Trent Beretta. Out of nowhere came Edge to the ring, taking out the three to save Danielson and FCW Heavyweight Champion Justin Angel.
Edge then shook hands with Angel and Danielson before posing for the crowd and leaving.
Edge’s Return to the Ring
Edge will return to the ring on next week's Friday Night SmackDown in a match against Batista.
Latest News on WWE NXT
WWE NXT debuts on February 23rd and the company is promoting the new show as innovative and even revolutionary. There has been talk that WWE NXT will feature young superstars from WWE's developmental system such as Bryan Danielson and Kaval (formerly Low Ki) in a show that's a hybrid of pro wrestling and reality TV.
Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW) sent out a press release today discussing its involvement in NXT show, writing:
"With speculation rife regarding the imminent debut of WWE’s new television show ‘WWE-NXT,’ all FCW Superstars are sure to be at their best as they attempt to impress top brass in WWE and secure spots on the new show’s roster. And with Edge watching over the evening’s proceedings, the stakes have never been higher."
WWE superstar Edge will be appearing at Friday night's FCW show in Melbourne, Florida and was quoted in the press release talking about Florida Championship Wrestling and WWE NXT:
"In a couple of years, the majority of the Superstars you see on the show this Friday will have been drafted up to Raw or Smackdown , so I suppose it is also a great opportunity for me to get the scoop on who I’m going to be facing down the line."
Jim Ross Blog
Jim Ross updated his blog at JRsBarBQ.com and here are some highlights...
On Jack Brisco's Passing: I had a great conversation this morning with Ric Flair about our late friend Jack Brisco. Jack was one of Ric's mentors when Ric was preparing to become the traveling, NWA Champion. We both plan on attending Jack's services which will likely be next week in Tampa. I have been asked to speak at the service which is honestly one of the biggest honors of my life.
On HBK's Obsession: HBK's highway to WM26 seemed to become a gravel road Monday night as it's obvious that Shawn Michaels is "obsessed" with facing the Undertaker at 'Mania again. If or how Shawn gets there should make for some intriguing TV over the next few weeks. It's obvious that many fans want the ultimate return match but do we always get what we want?
On Edge's Return On RAW: Edge made an impactful return to WWE indy at the Rumble and made yet another impact Monday night with his verbal skills, adding a provocative twist to his WM26 future, and a well timed spear.
On RAW's Ending: With the way Raw left the air, I'm very curious as to how Bret Hart will attempt to orchestrate his physical retribution on Mr. McMahon. Someone will likely have hell to pay before all is said and done. The show closer left me wanting to see more of this saga.
Original Ending And Piece of Trivia About This Year’s Royal Rumble
-This year's Royal Rumble match was the third shortest Rumble match ever at just over 49 minutes long. The 1988 and 1995 Rumbles are the other two shortest.
- The original ending for the 30-man Royal Rumble match on Sunday had Edge eliminating Chris Jericho to get the win. WWE decided to change the finish and have Edge eliminate John Cena last.
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