Rumors Are Flying: Lesnar Chose Orton, UFC, ADR, Rumble Location Debunked, Bryan, Owens
The following are rumors and should be treated as such. Fightful can’t verify the authenticity of these rumors outside of what we have debunked.
– Contrary to popular belief, and previous reports from other outlets, the Royal Rumble hasn’t been announced for LA.
– Kevin Owens said during an interview with a French radio station that everyone involved in Raw’s main event Monday knew the result going in.
– As we confirmed last week, Sports Illustrated has also debunked Forbes’ claims that WWE softened their stance on Daniel Bryan wrestling again.
– Wrestling Observer is reporting that the decision to put Brock Lesnar vs. Randy Orton on a house show is because Lesnar’s contract stipulates more pay for PPV.
– The Observer is also reporting that Lesnar personally chose Orton to face in Chicago.
– We’ve heard TNA, Lucha Underground and AAA all have interest in signing Alberto Del Rio.
– Donald Cerrone vs. Robbie Lawler, and Rashad Evans vs. Tim Kennedy are in the works for UFC 205 in NYC.
