Partial Source: The Wrestling Observer Newsletter
» WWE Hall of Famer Ricky Steamboat has been working in WWE developmental as a trainer this past week. WWE is still looking for another trainer to work at FCW. Dennis Condrey of Midnight Express fame worked a tryout as a trainer recently but word is that he wasn’t hired.
» As noted earlier here on the website, “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase underwent emergency neck surgery on Monday to free a disc pressing against a nerve that was causing him severe pain in his right shoulder and arm. A neck operation in 1993 led to his retirement as an active wrestler, as two discs were removed. The WWE Hall of Famer still hopes to make a personal appearance scheduled this coming weekend in Philadelphia.
» The Undertaker underwent surgery this past week on his damaged orbital bone. As we reported earlier this week, the Undertaker is expected to be off television until SummerSlam. When he returns, there are plans for a program with World Heavyweight champion Jack Swagger – a sign that Swagger’s title is safe for now.
CM Punk Babyface Turn Now CONFIRMED – FULL **SPOILER** ANGLE ALERT >>!!
Darby Allin on His “Body Was So Depleted” After WWE World Title Win, His Goal To “Lead By Example” in AEW Following Sting’s Influence on Him, Mindset Some Wrestlers Had When Signing With AEW Being “Some People Were Taking It For Granted”, & More
Various: Chris Jericho Says He Was In Talks For Potential Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling Appearance & Would Still Like To Work For The Promotion In Future, Brooke Havok Participates in ALS Ice Bucket Challenge in Support of Rebel, Indies/Misc.
Maya World & The Brawling Birds vs. Persephone & Divine Dominion Set for 8/26 AEW Dynamite Show
