News & Notes: Special Talking Smack, Legends of Wrestling, More

Special Episode of Talking Smack Occurring After Backlash

As part of next week’s batch of new content for the WWE Network, a special episode of Talking Smack will be airing after the end of Backlash at 11pm EST on May 21st. In regards to Backlash’s pre-show panel, Renne Young, Booker T, and Peter Rosenberg were announced to be the hosts.

Micheal Hayes Teases Legends of Wrestling Could Be Revived

WWE would consider the idea of reviving the Legends of Wrestling show for the WWE Network if enough public demand occurs, according to a recent tweet by Micheal Hayes.

I loved doing Legends of Wrestling!
I have not heard of any plans that bring it back, but, if y'all request it, it could come back,

— Michael PS Hayes (@MichaelPSHayes1) May 5, 2017

Rumor: One of Stardom’s Top Stars Reconsidering Idea to Sign with WWE.

One of Japan-based Stardom’s top stars, Io Shirai, is currently rumored to be considering staying with the company.

The Wrestling Observer’s Dave Meltzer reported recruiting issues by the WWE during last month’s visit at the Performance Center made the trip unpleasant for Shirai. As a result, she has yet to sign a deal with the company and might be considering the idea of staying in Stardom instead.

WWE had been targeting three of Stardom’s top stars with Kairi Hojo signing a deal last month and making her departure official last week. The other big star targeted was reported to be Toni Storm who is currently rumored to be signing a deal with the WWE within the near future.

Status of Billy Corgan’s Purchase of NWA Currently Unknown

Billy Corgan’s purchase the NWA might have been delayed due to unannounced reasons, according to PWInsider.

PWInsider stated NWA was originally planning on the official change of ownership to occur by May 10th but might have been delayed due to a lack of an official announcement by the NWA themselves. Those within the NWA were also reported to be unaware of the status on the official change of ownership.