WON Preview September 12, 2016: CM Punk making UFC debut, PWG Battle of Los Angeles review, more

By Dave Meltzer
Published: 8 Sep 2016, 14:43

Wrestling Observer Newsletter

READ IT HERE: September 12, 2016 Wrestling Observer Newsletter: CM Punk making UFC debut, PWG Battle of Los Angeles review, more

The journey of C.M. Punk to the UFC cage is the lead story in the new issue of the Wrestling Observer, which also includes coverage of the longest-lasting tradition in pro wrestling history, the 83rd CMLL anniversary show, PWG Battle of Los Angeles, updates on Alberto Del Rio and Paige in WWE and rating wrestling matches.

Take a look back at Punk leaving WWE, comparable situations with people starting on the big fighting stage from pro wrestling or other sports, why Punk got in, why it’s been a disappointment, can he draw, can he fight and much more.

Also look at Punk’s claim against WWE, the status of Alberto Del Rio and Paige in WWE, thoughts on the controversy that involves both, what WWE suspensions don’t cover, upcoming PPV matches for the next two shows, Raven suing WWE, next WWE Takeover special, cruiserweight classic, cruiserweight division on Raw, WWE scouting, the 1997 Survivor Series, Mick Foley, Sasha Banks promo, ESPN reporter forced to apologize over tweet involving wrestling, new WWE Network matches, athletic ability of WWE trainees, WWE market value and most watched shows on WWE Network.

The biggest story of the past week is the split between CMLL and Elite right at the time of the Anniversary show. Look at what it means for both groups, what it means for talent, and why the two groups are about to get into a nasty war. We also look at CMLL having another big show this month, and full coverage of the anniversary show.

There is also full coverage of the Battle of Los Angeles tournament, match-by-match, star ratings, five star match note, and coverage of the UFC show from Germany with Andrei Arlovski vs. Josh Barnett, with full event coverage.

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Also in this issue:

Another promotion getting a U.S. national TV outlet
AAA stipulation match being talked about
AAA loses another star
Update on the Dragon Gate tag team tournament
All Japan singles tournament notes
Tokyo Dome 2017 planned main event
Kenny Omega talks future
Biggest New Japan show before the Tokyo Dome
Ticket sales for New Japan upcoming shows
WWE contracted performer works for Japanese group this week
Former TNA stars in Japan
A sick match from Japan
Future plans of Cody Rhodes
Can he use the name Cody Rhodes?
Big iPPV from England in a few weeks
Another promotion does a streaming video service
Scott Hall falls off wagon but admits it
Full rundown of CHIKARA King of Trios tournament
Big legends show coming up
2012 Olympian starts pro wrestling
Notes on to indie shows over the past week
Notes on big Evolve weekend
Former UFC fighter debuting for Evolve
Controversy over a show coming up
Wrestlers running for public office
Lucha Underground house show talk
ROH bringing in stars from Mexico and Japan
Television sale deal in India that could affect TNA
Notes on TNA creative
UFC 202 numbers
Update on Georges St-Pierre and UFC
Who St-Pierre wants to face
What GSP would be worth to UFC right now
Aldo talks who he wants to face if it isn’t McGregor
UFC Canadian numbers
Luke Rockhold talks modeling
First match announced for Madison Square Garden’s UFC debut
Bellator announces international show
Top WSOF stars finally to meet

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