Various: Johnny Mundo & NJPW, Jim Ross on Future Universal Champ, Indies

Rumor: Johnny Mundo Considering Joining NJPW in the Future

John Hennigan (Johnny Mundo in Lucha Underground, John Morrison in WWE) is reported to be currently interested in working for New Japan Pro Wrestling within the near future, according to the Wrestling Observer.

The Observer’s Dave Meltzer reported there has been recent interest from Hennigan in regards to the idea of working in NJPW due to the company’s growing popularity worldwide. Meltzer also reported Hennigan’s association with Mexico’s AAA promotion will be his biggest obstacle on getting a potential deal done due to NJPW’s current working relationship with CMLL and them rarely using or signing stars from AAA for their events.

Jim Ross Comments on Who Should Get a Future RAW Universal Championship Reign

Recent episode of The Jim Ross Report podcast show had one of the topics discussed involving Ross’ thoughts on which rising WWE star on RAW should get a future Universal Championship reign.

“[Drew McIntyre] looks great, he sounds great, he’s in great condition, he’s just getting better and better,” said Ross. “He’s a big time player. I could see, very easily, Drew McIntyre being a Universal or WWE Champion down the road. Without a doubt. It’s a lay-up; trust me on this one.”

Misc. Wrestling News & Notes

World Wrestling Network is reported to have recently signed Joshn Briggs, James Drake, and Anthony Henry to contracts with more expected to be announced within the near future. The Observer’s Dave Meltzer reported WWN is currently engaged in a signing spree in order to keep talent away from ROH and MLW due to their television deals.

Over the Top Wrestling recently uploaded the entire Matt Riddle versus Will Ospreay match from Scrappermania 4 on their official Youtube channel. This event was held earlier this month in Dublin, Ireland and the full show itself is currently available to watch at OTT’s website OTTonDemand.com.

Insane Championship Wrestling announced they are partnering with Firecracker Films on the development of a new reality show for the BBC similar in tone to WWE’s Tough Enough television series.