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EVOLVE issued the following:
The WWE.com announcement last Friday about NXT UK Champion WALTER and Kassius Ohno coming to EVOLVE has increased the intensity heading into this weekend. We have the latest news. Let’s get to it….
TICKET ALERT: Ticket sales for this weekend’s EVOLVE cards in NYC jumped up after WALTER and Ohno were announced. There are still good ringside seats left for both Brooklyn and Queens, but they will sellout. Get them now before it is too late at Etix.com.
Women’s Matches Added To EVOLVE: This weekend’s EVOLVE events in NYC will feature the 2019 additions to the men’s roster competing in the Evolution’s Edge Tournament. The goal of the tournament is to see who rises to the top of the hierarchy of the new talent. EVOLVE officials have set up similar matches at this weekend’s events for women, featuring the top prospects of 2019. The matches are:
Four Way Freestyle – EVOLVE 135 – This Friday In Brooklyn, NY
Shotzi Blackheart vs. Natalia Markova vs. Avery Taylor vs. Alex Gracia
Special Attraction Match – EVOLVE 136 – This Saturday in Queens, NY
Shotzi Blackheart vs. Kris Statlander
Talent Roster For October: EVOLVE has released the first talent roster for the events on October 11th in Atlanta, GA and October 12th in Concord, NC. Tickets for both events are now on sale at Etix.com. Already signed:
Meet & Greet with NXT Superstars Tommaso Ciampa, Johnny Gargano and Kassius Ohno!
Meet & Greet with NXT GM William Regal (Atlanta only)
-EVOLVE Champion Austin Theory (only if still champion after EVOLVE 136)
-EVOLVE Tag Team Champions AR Fox & Leon Ruff with Ayla & The Skulk
-NXT UK Superstar Kassius Ohno
-Josh Briggs
-JD Drake
-Anthony Henry
-Curt Stallion
-Babatunde
-Arturo Ruas
-Unwanted of Eddie Kingston, Joe Gacy, Sean Maluta & Colby Corino
-Shotzi Blackheart
-Anthony Greene with Brandi Lauren
-Stephen Wolf
-Anthony Gutierrez
-Harlem Bravado
-Adrian Alanis
-Liam Gray
-Slim J
-Plus more to be added!
WWN Seminar/Tryout Update: This Friday’s WWN Seminar/Tryout in Brooklyn, NY has under 5 spots remaining. We are now taking reservations for the WWN Seminar/Tryout, with special guest William Regal, on October 11th in Atlanta, GA. This is open to wrestlers, referees and managers who have completed a reputable training course. The WWN Seminar/Tryout is now open to announcers with experience in pro wrestling. Go to the WWNLive.com Seminar/Tryout for all the info and to fill out an application. This is opportunity. This is a learning experience.
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Ohno Upset: Kassius Ohno called EVOLVE officials upset that the WWE.com article said he defeated Josh Briggs at EVOLVE 128 after using “dirty tactics.” Ohno said he will have a public statement later this week. Things will be interesting with Ohno on the next four EVOLVE events.
WALTER Returns: EVOLVE officials are very excited to have WALTER return this weekend. WALTER has made a big impact on EVOLVE in the past. It will be special to welcome him back as the NXT UK Champion. Fans will have the opportunity to get pictures with WALTER and the NXT UK Title belt at EVOLVE 135 and EVOLVE 136. This weekend will be a huge opportunity for JD Drake, who has a chance to shock the wrestling world and upset the NXT UK Champion this Friday in Brooklyn.
SHINE Match Announcements: SHINE has signed several matches for this Saturday’s event in Queens, NY. We have all the info below on this totally stacked card.
Conclusion: Thank you for reading today’s WWN Alerts. Here’s a look at the updated lineups for this weekend’s New York and EVOLVE cards:
EVOLVE 135 – Brooklyn, NY – September 20th – Tix & Info
Watch LIVE on Club WWN – Only $9.99 per month!
Meet & Greets with NXT Superstars WALTER, Kassius Ohno, Tommaso Ciampa, Johnny Gargano, Candice LeRae, Babatunde and Arturo Ruas. Info in the WWNLive.com Shop.
The Main Event – Non-Title
NXT UK Champion WALTER vs. JD Drake
Briggs Picks Theory’s Opponent
EVOLVE Champion Austin Theory vs. NXT Superstar Babatunde
Theory Picks Briggs’ Opponent – EVOLVE 128 Rematch
Josh Briggs vs. Kassius Ohno
Skulk vs. Unwanted Six Man Grudge Match – Stipulation To Be Announced
Liam Gray & EVOLVE Tag Team Champions AR Fox & Leon Ruff
vs.
Eddie Kingston, Joe Gacy & Colby Corino
Evolution’s Edge Tournament Match #1 – Elimination Match
Anthony Gutierrez vs. Karam vs. Sean Maluta vs. Stephen Wolf
Evolution’s Edge Tournament Match #2 – Eliminatin Match
Anthony Greene with Brandi Lauren vs. Brandon Taggart vs. Curt Stallion vs. Daniel Garcia
Special Attraction Match
NXT Superstar Arturo Ruas vs. John Silver
Four Way Freestyle
Shotzi Blackheart vs. Natalia Markova vs. Avery Taylor vs. Alex Gracia
Grudge Match
Harlem Bravado vs. Adrian Alanis
Plus much more to be announced with Anthony Henry, Shotzi Blackheart and others!
SHINE 61 – Queens, NY – September 21st – Tix & Info
Watch LIVE on Club WWN – Only $9.99 per month!
SHINE Championship Match
Allysin Kay defends vs. SHINE Nova Champion Shotzi Blackheart
Las Sicarias Collide!
Mercedes Martinez vs. Ivelisse
SHINE Tag Team Championship Match – No DQ – No Count Out – NYC Street Fight!
Rainbow Bright of Luscious Latasha & Gabby Gilbert defend vs. Triple Aye of Aja Perera & Aerial Monroe with Ayla
Brandi Lauren vs. Alex Gracia
Natalia Markova vs. Kris Statlander
BTY of Marti Belle & Jayme Jameson vs. Lindsay Snow & Jenna
The Cutie Pie Club of Candy Cartwright & Double D’Rose vs. Avery Taylor & Brittney Blake
Tina San Antonio vs. Notorious Nadi
EVOLVE 136 – Queens, NY – September 21st – Tix & Info
Watch LIVE on Club WWN – Only $9.99 per month!
Meet & Greets with NXT Superstars WALTER, Kassius Ohno, Tommaso Ciampa, Johnny Gargano, Candice LeRae, Babatunde and Arturo Ruas.Info in the WWNLive.com Shop.
EVOLVE Championship Match
Austin Theory defends vs. Josh Briggs
Bonus Main Event – Non-Title
NXT UK Champion WALTER vs. Kassius Ohno
Grudge Match
JD Drake vs. Anthony Henry
2-out-of-3 Falls 10-Man Tag Team Match
AR Fox, Leon Ruff, Adrian Alanis, Liam Grey & TBD vs. Eddie Kingston, Joey Gacy, Colby Corino & TBD
The Finals Of The Evolution’s Edge Tournament
Special Attraction Match
Shotzi Blackheart vs. Kris Statlander
Please note several more matches will be signed after the results of the Evolution’s Edge Matches at EVOLVE 135 with Arturo Ruas, Babatunde, Curt Stallion, Anthony Greene with Brandi Lauren, Stephen Wolf, Sean Maluta, Harlem Bravado, Anthony Gutierrez, Brandon Taggart, Daniel Garcia
and others!
