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Submitted by Sudeep Popat on Wednesday, May 22, 2002 at 12:19 PM EST
Rey Mysterio Jr. wrestled a match last night for the HWA teaming with Spanky to beat BJ Whitmer and Chad Collyer. As it stand right now, he is scheduled to debut on WWE television next month as a part of the Smackdown roster. There is every possibility that he would turn out to be the one sending Hurricane Helms the letters. Interview with the Undertaker One day after winning the WWE Undisputed Championship for the fourth time at Judgment Day, Undertaker chatted with WWE.com about his latest title reign, his return two years ago at Judgment Day, his new entrance music and more. Continue… Interview with Jerry “The King” Lawler Once voted the second most popular Memphis resident behind Elvis Presley, Jerry “The King” Lawler returned to his hometown Monday night for his first WWE appearance there since returning to the company. The King talked briefly with WWE.com shortly after RAW about his memorable matches in Memphis, his upcoming autobiography and more. Continue… 48 hours without hair Two days after having every hair on his head shaved, Kurt Angle is beginning to accept his new look. Continue… Credit: WWE.com On ESPN's "Pardon The Interuption" today, Shaquille O'Neal was quoted as saying, "If the outcome of the game is gonna be WWF style, please let me know so I can be in on it", in reference to the recent NBA playoffs officiating. The following is from NWATNA.com: Statement from NWA-TNA Announcer Don West First of all, I want to express my appreciation for being asked to join this groundbreaking new venture in the world of professional wrestling. As someone who has been selling sports on television for the last 10 years, one thing I am always looking for is an exciting new product. I thought I had seen it all -- and I honestly believe that I had. Then, J Sports and Entertainment approached me about NWA TNA Total Nonstop Action. They sat me down and explained in great detail all about the concept -- the pay-per-view exclusivity, the over-the-top presentation, the action, the athleticism and the sheer entertainment value. After hearing this plan, I was so blown away that I couldn't wait to get on board. Believe me -- this is the type of opportunity that only comes along once in a lifetime for a guy like me. As I said before, I've always made my living selling sports... but now, I get to sell excitement. And for the first time, I get to be a part of it! Continue… Major League Wrestling press release: “OH MY GOD!” – THE VOICE OF MLW IS………JOEY STYLES WASHINGTON D.C. – MAY 22, 2002 – Major League Wrestling, Inc. (MLW) is thrilled to announce Joey Styles as the official voice of MLW home videos. Joey will call it as he sees it as Shane Douglas, Bam Bam Bigelow, Jerry Lynn, Taiyo Kea, La Parka, Christopher Daniels and a mystery entrant battle it out in an eight-man tournament at the ECW Arena/Viking Hall. All these men are extremely determined to become the first MLW Heavyweight Champion. "There is no one else in the business that can a call match better than Joey Styles and MLW is thrilled to have him as a part of our team," said MLW owner and executive producer Court Bauer. When contacted regarding this major announcement, Styles stated: "Almost one year ago, I turned down an employment offer from WWE, retired from the professional wrestling industry and resumed my advertising sales and marketing career. Since then, I have been made many offers to appear at regional live wrestling events and voice over wrestling videos. After due consideration, I declined these offers because I felt that calling any product that was not the quality of ECW, would somehow cheapen the seven plus years I spent as the voice of that revolutionary and now defunct promotion. With that said, I am very excited to be calling the video release of MLW Genesis. A tournament of this magnitude from the ECW Arena featuring four former ECW World Champions and four great wrestlers who are more than worthy of wearing gold, should have an announcer who will treat their efforts with the respect they deserve. Therefore, I am happy to be reprising my role as a professional wrestling (not sports entertainment) announcer for Major League Wrestling." Joey Styles will forever be known as the voice of ECW. He was always loyal to the ECW fans and stayed with ECW from the company's inception in 1993 through its demise in 2001 despite 10 overtures made by both WWE and WCW during that time. Over seven years, he hosted and voiced over all of ECW's PPV's, television programs, home videos and video games. Joey Styles was the first and only announcer ever to call a live PPV broadcast solo, ECW Barely Legal on April 13, 1997 and called seven subsequent pay-per-view broadcasts solo as well. Working behind the cameras as well, he developed and managed ECWwrestling.com and the ECW Hardcore Hotline, edited ECW Magazine and worked on developing ECW's online and print catalogs. In June of 2001 Joey Styles made history by being one of very few people to turn down an offer from WWE, instead opting to resume his advertising career. Joey Styles now returns to calling wrestling matches for MLW's Genesis available on home video! Continuing the theme of first time dream match-ups, All Japan Pro Wrestling Triple Crown contender Taiyo Kea will square off against former ECW World Heavyweight Champion and WrestleMania main eventer Bam Bam Bigelow in another first time dream match. Also, independent sensation "Fallen Angel" Christopher Daniels will do battle against the wild card seed - a match that is intriguing the internet community as no one seems to be sure just who will fill the slot! The third match in the tournament will see former IWC World Heavyweight Champion and Mexican standout La Parka will put his extreme and high risk lucha libre style to task against the aggressive and violent technical skills of the high flying former ECW World Heavyweight Champion "The New F'N Show" Jerry Lynn. Finally, fans will see the first encounter between two of the most cocky and successful NWA and ECW World Heavyweight Champions of the past five years in a match being labeled "THE FRANCHISE VS. THE KING OF OLD SCHOOL" featuring the ECW Arena homecoming of Shane Douglas versus Steve Corino. Who will survive round one? The arrogant and skilled veteran? Or the loud and accomplished hometown "king" looking to further establish his status in wrestling? Find out 6.15.02. This event is going to be an historic one for sure. MLW promises to provide fans with an alternative that you can be proud of. Now is your chance to witness the most experienced and talented wrestlers from around the world all under one roof. Purchase your tickets today so you to can be a part of history and Major League Wrestling. In addition to a night of nonstop excitement, fans can buy authentic merchandise from the leader in wrestling products - Highspots.com. For the latest videos, novelties, masks, and gear - visit: www.highspots.com. Also, MLW is proud to announce that La Parka will have his own merchandise table selling rare and authentic merchandise directly from the "Extreme Chairman" himself - La Parka! Don’t forget - MLW tickets for the June 15, 2002 event are on sale now! Purchase tickets now before they the event sells out at www.MLW.com and at the following exclusive ticket outlets: Ontario Street Comics 2235 East Ontario Street Philadelphia, PA 215-288-7338 Hall of Heroes Echelon Mall Voorhees, NJ 856-772-9703 Hall of Heroes Cherry Hill Mall Cherry Hill, NJ 856-662-9329 Be sure to check out www.MLW.com to get all the latest info on Major League Wrestling. THE ALTERNATIVE HAS FINALLY ARRIVED! All media requests or questions concerning the June 15th show can be directed to pressreleases@mlw.com. ULTIMOWRESTLING.COM *NEW GALLERY* Very HOT and Up Close Shots of the WWE Divas! WOW!
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