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Posted: Oct 11th 2016 By: Oklafan Staff

NEWS
Bill Goldberg appeared on ESPN’s "SportsCenter" during the "Off The Top Rope" segment with Jonathan Coachman to talk about the WWE 2K17 video game as well as a potential return to the ring. Goldberg said it’s a big decision and he is going to talk to his family to figure out what he wants to do. He expressed his appreciation of all the fans that supported him throughout his career both in WCW and WWE. Goldberg, now 49 years old, said that he’s not like Ric Flair where Flair, at 49, would still go out and do his character. “I don’t know what the odds are,” he said, referring to himself being nearly 50 and doing what Goldberg used to do back in the day. “But if anyone can do it, it would be me.” He teased that he would need until the end of the year to decide, mentioning that his 10-year-old boy and his wife never saw him wrestle so it’s a big motivation for him to consider returning inside a WWE ring. Goldberg added that since he left in 2004 he did not have a word with Vince McMahon. “At the end of the day, I'm sure that he and I will speak sometime soon. I owe him a thankful handshake for giving me the ability to do this,” he said. When asked who would be on the top of his list if he decides to return, the answer was pretty much what everyone already knows. "I would be remiss in saying I don't owe Brock Lesnar a rematch. I was able to prosper and have my hand raised at the first meeting, and I think if I ever came back, that'd be the match. I would have to work my ass off to get ready for him, but you never say never. I've said it for 12 years.” Goldberg described Brock as “not even a human being” and as a “superhero alien guy” for his physique, strength, and agility. “But I don't know, man, I beat him once."

On last night's "WWE Monday Night RAW", Paul Heyman challenged Bill Goldberg to a fight with Brock Lesnar, any time, any place. Goldberg immediately tweeted the following, confirming he’ll be on next week’s episode of RAW "Booking my flight to answer that big mouth @HeymanHustle 's challenge next week in person on #MondayNightRaw #WhosNext? #seeyathere @WWE".

In response to critical comments Bret Hart made about The Freedbirds being included in the WWE Hall of Fame, Michael Hayes tweeted: “Just read something where BRET put the Birds down, say what U want about me, when U talk about Terry and Buddy, who aren't here, PROBLEM! Just to clarify, drunk yes, drew more money in MANY places YES, popped Mid South, Atl, Texas to record crowds!! U leave Terry/Buddy alone!! It is really sad when a legend was so blessed with a great career, resorts to crapping on others, U'd NEVER say that to Terry or Bud's face!”

Gail Kim vacated the TNA Knockouts Title due to a minor back injury. Rosemary defeated Jade for the vacant title in a Six Sides of Steel Match at TNA's "Impact Wrestling" television tapings on October 9th though that match probably won't air until early December. No word on when TNA will announce or recognize Kim vacating the title.

A rep for Halle Berry told TMZ.com that the Academy Award winning actress never had sex with Ric Flair despite what Flair said on his latest podcast. "There is NO truth to this! Halle has literally never even heard of him let alone met him,” the rep said. Berry was described as being “deeply offended” by Flair’s remarks. Flair said that Berry was one of the dozens of celebrities who “rode Space Mountain” years ago in Atlanta after she divorced David Justice. "A man doesn't get to sexualize and lie about a woman he's never met to better himself or his name. It's offensive, demeaning and beyond misogynistic,” the rep told TMZ.com. Flair said that he doesn’t need to lie or make up a story when pressed during the show if the story was real.

Here is a quick observation of wrestlers at "New York Comic Con". Road Warrior Animal, Jerry Lawler, Jim Duggan, Ted DiBiase, and Jimmy Hart all had tables for autographs, memorabilia, etc. Hart and DiBiase were together and had the Million Dollar Belt. Animal was selling shirts and had his makeup on but not his shoulder pads. Duggan was taking pics with fans with the 2x4. Everyone looked rather healthy. DiBiase appears to have lost weight and Duggan's hair is a bit shorter, though he still had a small ponytail.

C. M. Punk was at the "New York Comic Con" as a moderator in the Marvel Comics panel. He said he had put on 30 pounds since his UFC fight. Sting was also there unadvertised promoting the new WWE Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles line. Also there were Ric Flair, Mick Foley, Road Warrior Animal, Jim Duggan, Jimmy Hart, Ted DiBiase, and Jerry Lawler among many others. DiBiase has lost some weight according to reports.

Darren Wood of SLAM! Wrestling wrote a story entitled "Jim Ross high on Nakamura, down on three-man booths" which you can read by clicking here.

Darren Wood also wrote a story about Jim Cornette entitled "Cornette takes his act -- and opinions -- to the UK" which you can read by clicking here.

Oklafan extends condolences to Kareem Sadat on the passing of his father on September 30th and his sister on October 5th.

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RECENT RESULTS
October 4th
Jack Swagger defeated Baron Corbin at the "WWE SmackDown Live" live telecast in San Diego, CA

October 6th
Tracy Smothers defeated IWA Mid South Heavyweight Champion J. J. Garrett for the title at IWA Mid South's "20th Anniversary Show" event in Clarksville, IN. In other matches, 2 Tuff Tony (w/ Dutch Mantell) defeated Mance Warner (w/ Billy the P).

WWE World Champion A. J. Styles defeated Dean Ambrose and John Cena in a Triple Threat Match at the WWE house show in Portland, OR. In other matches, Baron Corbin defeated Jack Swagger.

QPW Heavyweight Champion Adam Thornstowe defeated Matthew Riddle at Quintessential Pro Wrestling's "Quintapalooza!" event in Baldwin Park, CA

October 9th
WWE World Champion A. J. Styles defeated Dean Ambrose and John Cena in a Triple Threat Match at WWE's "No Mercy" pay-per-view event in Sacramento, CA. In other matches, Baron Corbin defeated Jack Swagger.

Al Snow & Mahabali Shera defeated The Tribunal (Baron Dax & Basile Baraka) in a Double Indian Strap Match at TNA's "Impact Wrestling" television taping in Orlando, FL

October 10th
Darren Young (w/ Bob Backlund) defeated Jinder Mahal in a match taped for "WWE Superstars" at the "WWE RAW" event in Oakland, CA

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UPCOMING OKLAHOMA EVENTS
Compound Pro Wrestling
Friday, October 14th
Perfect Practice Athletic Center
Tulsa, OK
Bell Time 8pm

Steel Rage Pro Wrestling
Friday, October 14th
Taneha Community Center
Oakhurst, OK
Bell Time 7pm

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UPCOMING MATCHES
October 11th
Mick Foley is among the stars scheduled for Northeast Wrestling's "Autumn Ambush" event in Waterbury, CT

October 12th
Jaxon Stone and Andy Dalton are among the stars scheduled for Standing Out Above the Rest Wrestling's "Fighting For a Cure" event in McKinney, TX

MVP takes on Sami Callahan at the Lucha Limitado event in Yakima, WA

October 14th
The Reno SCUM (Adam Thornstowe & Luster the Legend) are among the stars scheduled for All Pro Wrestling's "Halloween Hell" event in Daly City, CA

October 15th
Bobby Eaton, Masked Superstar, and The Rock-N-Roll Express (Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson) are among the stars scheduled for the Classic Pro Wrestling event in New Kent, VA

WWX Heavyweight Champion Chad Thomas defends the title against Rodney Mack at World Wrestling Xpress' "Totally Justified 3" event in Dodge City, KS. In other matches, WWX Women's Champion K. O. Kendra defends the title against Nikki Knight, and Lunatic Lennie takes on Keith Lee. Also scheduled to appear is The Canadian Red Devil and many more.

Raymond Rowe takes on Jeff Cobb at Absolute Intense Wrestling's "Season of the Witch" event in Mentor on the Lake, OH

October 16th
Ray Rowe vs. Ethan Carter III vs. Davey Boy Smith, Jr. vs. Colt Cabana for the WC Ringmaster Championship is scheduled for WrestleCircus' "The Opening Act" event in Austin, TX. In other matches, Ricky Starks vs. DJ Z vs. Scorpio Sky vs. Aaron Solow for the vacant WC Sideshow Championship, Sammy Guevara takes on Tony Nese, and Lance Hoyt takes on Andy Dalton.

Barbi Hayden, Violet Payne, and Angel Blue are among the stars scheduled for the New England Female Wrestling event

Lucha Xtreme Champion Homicide defends the title against Brandon Groom at the Lucha Xtreme event in Fresno, CA

October 20th
Bobby Fulton is among the stars scheduled for the Live Wire Championship Wrestling event in Gatlinburg, TN

October 21st
NWA World Champion Jax Dane defends the title against Tim Storm at the NWA Texoma event in Sherman, TX. In other matches, NWA World Tag Team Champions The Iron Empire (Rob Conway & Matt Riviera) defend the titles against NWA Texoma Tag Team Champion Revolution (Seth Allen & Dane Griffin). Also scheduled to appear is NWA Texoma Heavyweight Champion Charlie Haas and many more.

Jaxon Stone is among the stars scheduled for the Gulf Coast Wrestling Alliance event in Corpus Christi, TX

October 22nd
Ric Flair is among the stars scheduled for Pro Wrestling Empire's "Clash of the Titans" event in Harrisburg, PA

NBW Heavyweight Champion Superstar Steve defends the title against Dustin Bozworth at the New Breed Wrestling event in Eldon, MO. In other matches, Mike Sydal takes on Sterling Riegel. Also scheduled to appear is Double D, Erica Torres, The Mathmagician, and many more.

October 23rd
Jim Duggan is among the stars scheduled for the Pro Wrestling Eclipse event in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

ACW Unified Champion Raymond Rowe defends the title against Curt Stallion at Anarchy Championship Wrestling's "Beyond Good and Evil" event in Austin, TX. In other matches, ACW American Joshi Champion Angel Blue defends the title against Su Yung, Aaron Solow takes on Ricky Starks, Gregory James takes on JoJo Bravo, and ACW Televised Champion Sky de Lacrimosa defends the title against Graham Bell.

October 28th
Demolition (Ax & Smash) are among the stars scheduled for the Canadian Wrestling's Elite event in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

October 29th
Tim Brooks, Guy Atticus, and Doberman [1st] are among the stars scheduled for North American Wrestling Allegiance's "Wrestling Against Autism" event in Carrollton, TX

Jaxon Stone is among the stars scheduled for the NWA Iconic Heroes of Wrestling Excellence event in Crowley, TX

Mickie James is among the stars scheduled for the Superstars Wrestling event in King’s Lynn, England

October 30th
Jerry Bostic takes on Paradox at Xtreme Wrestling Entertainment's "Haunted Havoc" event in Salina, KS

November 1st
Bray Wyatt & WWE World Champion A. J. Styles take on Randy Orton & Dean Ambrose at the WWE house show in Newark, NJ

November 5th
Rick Steiner takes on Hannibal at the Great North Wrestling event in Hawkesbury, Ontario, Canada

Mick Foley is among the stars scheduled for Northeast Wrestling's "Autumn Ambush" event in Waterbury, CT

Jaxon Stone is among the stars scheduled for the Main Event Pro Wrestling event in Ruston, LA

Paloma Starr is among the entrants in a tournament for the vacant RPW Women's Title at the Resistance Pro Wrestling event in Summit, IL

November 9th
BBOW Heavyweight Champion Angel Medina defends the title against Chaos in a No Rules/No DQ/Falls Count Anywhere Match at the Bad Boys of Wrestling event in Casper, WY. In other matches, Shane Sanders & Cody Jones take on The Midwest Marvels (K. C. Kyng & Chris Wyco), and Starr takes on Paula Fate.

November 11th
Jaxon Stone is among the stars scheduled for the VIP Wrestling event in Arlington, TX

November 12th
Terry Funk and Mikey are among the stars scheduled for Old School Wrestling's "The Good, The Bad, and The Funk" event in Odessa, TX

Bobby V is among the stars scheduled for the Max Lucha Libre event in San Vicente, Chile

SWWA Heavyweight Champion Mike Foxx defends the title against Moonshine Mantell at Southwest Wrestling Alliance's Resurrection" event in Granbury, TX. Also scheduled to appear is Jaxon Stone, Kevin Cross, and many more.

November 18th
Dalton Bragg is among the stars scheduled for the ABC Pro Wrestling event in Thailand

November 19th
Dalton Bragg is among the stars scheduled for the ABC Pro Wrestling event in Thailand

Jerry Lawler is among the stars scheduled for Northeast Wrestling's "Autumn Rumble" event in North Plainfield, NJ

November 22nd
Ric Flair is among the stars scheduled for the Big Time Wrestling event in Raleigh, NC

November 23rd
Ric Flair is among the stars scheduled for the Big Time Wrestling event in Spartanburg, SC

December 9th
MWA Heavyweight Champion Brian Blade and MWA Mid-States Champion Eric Fantabulous are among the stars scheduled fore the Midwest Wrestlign Alliance event in Lincoln, NE

December 19th
Jaxon Stone is among the stars scheduled for the Westside Xtreme Wrestling event in Essen, Germany

2017
January 7th
Brandon Groom and The Canadian Red Devil are among the stars scheduled for Impact Championship Wrestling's "Night of Champions" event in Junction City, KS

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AUTOGRAPHS & APPEARANCES
October 14th
MVP, Matt Hardy, Mustafa Saed, Jody Kristofferson, The Reno SCUM (Adam Thornstowe & Luster the Legend), Shayna Baszler, Joey Ryan, Lince Dorado, and many more will be signing autographs starting at 7pm at Pacelli Event Center in Daly City, CA prior to the All Pro Wrestling event held later in the evening. For more info, go to EventBrite.com/e/All-Pro-Wrestling-HalloweenHellxx-tickets-27371289263.

October 15th
Rodney Mack is conducting a pro wrestling seminar from 11am to 2pm at the Dodge House Hotel & Convention Center in Dodge City, KS. Cost is $50 and payable on arrival. For more info, go to WorldWrestlingXpress.com.

Bobby Eaton, Ivan Koloff, The Rock-N-Roll Express (Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson), Masked Superstar, Rich Landrum, Dave Hebner, and many more will be signing autographs from 5pm to 6:30 at New Kent High School in New Kent, VA prior to the Classic Pro Wrestling event held later in the evening. For more info, go to Facebook.com/ClassicProWrestling.

King Kong Bundy, Ryback, Kurt Angle, Dallas Page, Cody Runnels, Brandi Runnels (AKA Eden Stiles), Arn Anderson, Tully Blanchard, Terri Runnels, Nidia, Sean Mooney, J. J. Dillon, Duke Drose, Howard Finkel, Ricky Steamboat, Fit Finley, Perry Saturn, Adam Rose, Steve Lombardi (AKA Brooklyn Brawler), Christy Hemme, Tammy Sytch, Mr. Hughes, Santino Marella, Ariane Andrew (AKA Cameron), Lisa Marie Varon (AKA Victoria), Gary Wolfe, Angel Orsini, Sam Houston, Jeff Jarrett, Robbie E, Jesse Godderz, DJ Z, Bruce Prichard, Torito, Bob Backlund, Brutus Beefcake, Earl Hebner, Dave Hebner, Tito Santana, Afa, Jr., Maria Kanellis, Tod Gordon, and many more will be signing autographs at "Legends of the Ring" at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Monroe, NJ. For more info, go to LegendsOfTheRing.com.

October 16th
Bruce Prichard, Lisa Marie Varon (AKA Victoria), Ariane (AKA Cameron), Angel Orsini, Gary Wolfe, Terri Runnels, Tugboat, Mr. Hughes, Adam Rose, Torito, Steve Lombardi (AKA Brooklyn Brawler), Torito, and many more will be signing autographs starting at 12 noon at Pro Wrestling World in Allentown, PA. For more info, call (610) 798-9900.

October 22nd
Dutch Mantell (AKA Zeb Colter), Ryback, Swoggle, Aron Rex (AKA Damien Sandow) Vicikie Guerrero, The Godfather, Carlito Colon, Nikita Koloff, Raven, Steve Lombardi (AKA Brooklyn Brawler), Lex Luger, and many more will be signing autographs from 3pm to 7pm at "Heroes & Legends Fanfest 7" at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, IN. For more info, go to HeroesAndLegendsWrestling.com/index2.html.

October 28th
Road Warrior Animal will be signing autographs at "FanBoy Expo" at the Knoxville Convention Center in Knoxville, TN. For more info, go to FanBoyExpo.com.

October 29th
Road Warrior Animal will be signing autographs at "FanBoy Expo" at the Knoxville Convention center in Knoxville, TN. For more info, go to FanBoyExpo.com.

October 30th
Sting and Booker T will be signing autographs at "Alamo City Comic Con" at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention center in San Antonio, TX. For more info, go to AlamoCityComicCon.com.

Road Warrior Animal will be signing autographs at "FanBoy Expo" at the Knoxville Convention center in Knoxville, TN. For more info, go to FanBoyExpo.com.

November 11th
Gail Kim, Billy Gunn, Candice Michelle, Charles Wright, Christy Hemme, Aron Rex (AKA Damien Sandow), Swoggle, Jake Roberts, Barbie Blank (AKA Kelly Kelly), Melina Perez, Ric Flair, Ricky Steamboat, and many more will be signing autographs at the "Rhode Island Comic Con" at the Rhode Island Convention Center & Dunkin Donuts Center in Providence, RI. For more info, go to RIComicCon.com.

November 12th
Gail Kim, Billy Gunn, Candice Michelle, Charles Wright, Christy Hemme, Aron Rex (AKA Damien Sandow), Swoggle, Jake Roberts, Barbie Blank (AKA Kelly Kelly), Melina Perez, Ric Flair, Ricky Steamboat, and many more will be signing autographs at the "Rhode Island Comic Con" at the Rhode Island Convention Center & Dunkin Donuts Center in Providence, RI. For more info, go to RIComicCon.com.

November 13th
Gail Kim, Billy Gunn, Candice Michelle, Charles Wright, Christy Hemme, Aron Rex (AKA Damien Sandow), Swoggle, Jake Roberts, Barbie Blank (AKA Kelly Kelly), Melina Perez, Ric Flair, Ricky Steamboat, and many more will be signing autographs at the "Rhode Island Comic Con" at the Rhode Island Convention Center & Dunkin Donuts Center in Providence, RI. For more info, go to RIComicCon.com.

November 19th
Harley Race, Bruno Sammartino, Mark Henry, Ryback, Ariane (AKA Cameron), Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, Bushwacker Luke, Larry Zbyszko, Dutch Mantell (AKA Zeb Colter), Ivan Koloff, Baron Von Raschke, Paul Diamond, Pat Tanaka, The Patriot (Del Wilkes), Perry Saturn, Jon Heidenreich, Santino Marella, Shannon Moore, Jim Duggan, Debra Marshall, Maria Kanellis, Demolition (Ax & Smash), Road Warrior Animal, Paul Ellering, John Morrison, Tammy Sytch, Jeanne Basone, MVP, Adam Rose, Jimmy Hart, Fred Ottman (AKA Tugboat), Raquel, Madusa, Swoggle, Aron Rex (AKA Damien Sandow), Buff Bagwell, Vader, Vickie Guerrero, Bobby Heenan, Lita, Leilani Kai, Judy Martin, David Schultz, O. D. B., Jazz, Saraya Knight, Allie, Nyla Rose, Afa, Manu, Gene Snitsky, Tony Mamaluke, Little Guido, Rick Steiner, Disco Inferno, Raven, and many more will be signing autographs at the "Big Event 11" at the LaGuardia Plaza Hotel in East Elmhurst, NY. For more info, go to BigEventNY.com/BigEvent.htm.

November 20th
Tito Santana will be signing autographs from 11am to 2pm at the "New Haven Comic & Collectible Spectacular" at the Annex YMA Hall in New haven, CT. For more info, go to Facebook.com/NewHavenSpectacular.

Jake Roberts, O. D. B., Ted DiBiase, Jazz, and Tony Atlas will be signing autographs from 12 noon to 2pm at Pro Wrestling World in Allentown, PA. For more info, call (610) 798-9900.

Jim Ross will performing his one-man "Ringside with Ross" show at 2pm at Second City Comedy Club in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

December 17th
Ric Flair and Ricky Steamboat will be conducting a Q&A at the Sands Casino in Bethlehem, PA

2017
January 28th
Road Warrior Animal will be signing autographs at Ector County Coliseum in Odessa, TX at the Odessa Jackalopes hockey game. For more info, go to WestTexasTix.com.

February 18th
Paul Orndorff, Howard Finkel, and many more will be signing autographs at "Canadian Wrestling's Elite's Fanfest" at Holy Cross Gymnasium Hall in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. For more info, go to CWETickets.com.

March 17th
Ric Flair will be the official starter of the "First Ever 14th Annual World's Shortest St. Patrick's Day Parade" in Hot Springs, AR

April 1st
Jim Ross will be performing in "Ringside with Jim Ross and Friends" at 2pm at Plaza Live in Orlando, FL. For tickets, go to TicketFly.com.

April 2nd
Jim Ross will be performing in "Ringside with Jim Ross and Friends" at 2pm at Plaza Live in Orlando, FL. For tickets, go to TicketFly.com.

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UPCOMING BIRTHDAYS
October 11th - Andy Douglas, Mike Gallagher, Rikishi, Sam Houston, Sensei Bolo
October 12th - Dusty Rhodes, Naomi Sanders, Randi Lynn, Rodney Mack, Stan Hansen
October 14th - Nikolai Volkoff, Talon
October 15th - Karl Von Stroheim, Kay Noble
October 16th - Miss Sheila, Missy Hyatt, Zak Mason
October 17th - Jenna Love, Jessy [2nd], Moses Manson


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