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Reason The Hardy Boyz’ Deal with Anthem Sports Went Sour
Sports Illustrated claims that The Hardy Boyz were willing to pay between $10,000 and $15,000 for the rights to the “BROKEN” gimmick. This same deal would have included a non-disparagement clause and the Hardys sending out a press release to end the conflict on good terms.
As the deal was approaching completion, Anthem Sports reportedly tried to pull a a fast one and wanted more out of the deal. One of the things they asked for was 50% of all Hardy revenue which including Jeff Hardy’s art and music. The Hardys saw this as a ‘monumental heist and money-grab’ and the deal was not made.
The plan now is for Jeff Jarrett to stall the agreement in hopes that The Hardys will give up pursuing the case.
Dixie Carter Asked If She Would Be At RAW Next Week
While speaking to Sports Illustrated, former TNA President Dixie Carter was asked if she would be appearing on next week’s episode of RAW. She responded with the following:
“I did hear RAW will be in Nashville, which is very interesting. But I wouldn’t tell you either way.”
As previously reported, there is some online speculation that Dixie may play a role in the on-going storyline with Kurt Angle and the news that could “ruin him.” As of right now, it’s just speculation and nothing has been confirmed regarding Dixie showing up on RAW.
Donald Trump Appearing at Slammiversary?
TNA issued the following release regarding Lashley asking Donald Trump to be in his corner at the July 2nd Slammiversary event:
Lashley Wants President Trump In His Corner For Slammiversary on July 2
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Nashville (June 23, 2017) – IMPACT Wrestling World Champion Bobby Lashley made an unprecedented Presidential appeal on Thursday morning.
Via Twitter, Lashley (@fightbobby) asked President Donald Trump to be in his corner for his title defense at Slammiversary on July 2, when Lashley puts the gold on the line against Alberto El Patron.
El Patron earlier this week announced that his father, legendary Mexican wrestler Dos Caras, will be in his corner at Slammiversary.
Lashley asked Trump to join him at Slammiversary, which will be held on pay-per-view and filmed at the backlot of Universal Studios Florida in Orlando.
“Well, it looks like I need to find a cornerman for Slammiversary? @realDonaldTrump? It won’t be the 1sttime! #reallegend,” Lashley tweeted.
IMPACT Wrestling is waiting for an answer from Trump.
IMPACT Wrestling is a subsidiary of Anthem Sports & Entertainment Corp.
Seth Rollins to Make A Big Announcement
WWE revealed on Twitter that Seth Rollins is set to make a big announcement on Sports Center this coming Monday at 10:30 AM ET prior to RAW.
Tune into @espn to see @WWERollins‘ big announcement on @SportsCenter this Monday, 6/19, at 10:30 AM ET! pic.twitter.com/dhiMxqakB6
— WWE (@WWE) June 16, 2017
Alberto Del Rio Feels WWE Is Ripping Off Their Top Superstars
While speaking with Justin Barrasso of Sports Illustrated, former WWE Superstar Alberto Del Rio talked about WWE having a monopoly on the wrestling industry. He also claims that several talents that left the indecent promotions have taken pay cuts up to 80 percent and he feels that several top Superstars of the company are being paid nothing.
“It’s horrible for the business, but you cannot blame that company. That company is doing what a company is supposed to do—monopolize, get the best talent from everywhere, and try to destroy the competition. They’re smart, you cannot blame them. The problem is with the talent. Just going there to be there with the promise of being on TV, but not even charging good money for your work, is not good business. We as wrestlers need to remember that this is a business. We started because we love the business and we stay in it because we have a lot of passion for it, but you have to be rewarded for your work. I was there and saw some of the main guys, new top heels, and new top babyfaces, get paid nothing for their matches. The new talent joining NXT is taking pay cuts to work there, sometimes even 80 percent less. You need to be rewarded for your work in a business.”
You can check out the full interview here.