WWE News and Rumours of the Day (September 23rd, 2017)

Let’s take a dive into the WWE news and rumours of the day, including two big potential returns, Jinder Mahal backlash, and John Cena spitting fire on the WWE locker room.

Firstly, as we all know, the world of pro wrestling news is filled with lies and nonsense – much like the industry itself – so remember, take the WWE rumours with a grain of salt. However, without further ado, let’s take a look…

Goldberg Returning, Again?!

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The WWE recently posted an exclusive interview with Bill Goldberg, to mark his 20 years in professional wrestling, on their website.

During the interview the former Universal Championship disused a handful of topics, including WCW, Diamond Dallas Page, and most notably, a return back to WWE TV.

When asked, “Do you think we’ll see you back anytime soon?”, he replied, “ask your boss”, and laughed.

He continued:

"Hey, man, never say never, dude. Stranger things have happened. I did sit [around] for 13 years and then suddenly appear back in the ring. Let’s just say it ain’t gonna take nearly the effort to get me ready again that it did last time. So, I’ll see you on the rebound for damn sure."

So, does that mean a confirmed return? Well, no. However, it does suggest that the former World Champ still has plenty more left in tank (as Mark Henry would put it).

Goldberg was a big mover, in terms of ticket sales and revenue, on the latter end of 2016 and the start of 2017. Moreover, he helped in garnering old fans back to WWE TV. And to be honest, it would stupid for him not to have one last return – especially if he’s fit and ready to do it again.

WWE Release Statement On Jinder’s ‘Racist’ Promo

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Following Jinder Mahal’s controversial promo on the most recent edition of SDLive, making fun of Shinsuke Nakamura, the WWE have released a statement.

For context, the WWE Champion said that fans call Nakamura ‘Mr. Miyagi’ (a Japanese character featured in The Karate Kid), as well as saying, “you always rook the same”.

"“Just like many other TV shows or movies, WWE creates programming with fictional personalities that incorporates real world issues and sensitive subjects. As a producer of such TV shows, WWE Corporate is committed to embracing and celebrating individuals from all backgrounds as demonstrated by the diversity of our employees, performers and fans worldwide”, said a spokesperson to The Washington Post."

The main reason the company have been forced to released a statement, is due to The Washington Post raising the issue. If it wasn’t for the publication writing the piece, I doubt the company would have had to.

However, the complaint made is valid. Whether in kayfabe in or not, the WWE shouldn’t be pushing the boundaries in this sense. I’m fine with having an undertone of stereotypes, conversely, when your Champion is spewing racist remarks, it’s not okay.

If they want to be controversial, that’s fine, just don’t make your Champ go out in front of a live crowd and make them chant “That’s too far!”, because your bound to get backlash.