WWE: ThunderDome Production Test Planned for Today, Riddick Moss RAW Update, Trademarks

WWE Holding Production Test of ThunderDome on Thursday

WWE reportedly will be holding a production test with virtual fans in attendance this Thursday afternoon, according to PWInsider.

WWE recently sent emails to select members of their mailing list inviting them to participate in this upcoming test.

One match reportedly will be presented for invited fans to watch and test out the new ThunderDome experience. The test is currently scheduled to start at 5:15PM ET.

“WWE ThunderDome – a new state-of-the-art viewing experience that virtually brings our fans into the WWE arena via live video on massive LED boards – is debuting this week on Friday Night SmackDowm. You are invited to join us for an exclusive Sneak Peek of this cutting-edge technology tomorrow evening, where we will be presenting a special match just for you. By participating, you will be part of our final production test and experience the WWE ThunderDome before anyone else.

Please let us know if you are able to join us by clicking the link below to register. Upon registration, you will receive another email on Thursday with instructions and a specific call time to join the WWE ThunderDome. NOTE: there are a limited number of virtual seats, so we will assign spots on a first-come-first-served basis.”

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WWE Reportedly Had Plans for a Riddick Moss Push Prior to COVID-19 Pandemic

WWE officials planned for Riddick Moss to receive a big push prior to the coronavirus pandemic, Fightful Select reported (via EWrestling.com).

It was reported that Moss took a break from WWE in order to care for a family member who suffers from cystic fibrosis and is considered a high risk if contracting the coronavirus.

It was also reported that former RAW Executive Director Paul Heyman made the decision to remove Moss from WWE television in order to avoid any possible backstage heat towards Moss for taking time off on his own. Heyman reportedly held a very high view of Moss.

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WWE Files Several New Trademarks

WWE recently filed several new trademarks to the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Trademarks for “Malcolm Bivens“, “Mercedes Martinez“, “Primate Jay Melrose“, and “Raquel Gonzales” were filed on August 13th for wrestling and entertainment-related purposes.

A trademark for “Retribution” was filed on August 13th for merchandise-related purposes.

A trademark for “ThunderDome” was filed on August 14th for merchandise and wrestling-related purposes.