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Jade Cargill Likely Finished Up AEW, Potential Debut In WWE Confirmed
1003 days ago
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Jade Cargill Likely Finished Up AEW, Potential Debut In WWE Confirmed

Florida, 14 September - According to a recent report from Fightful Select, it appears that Jade Cargill has left All Elite Wrestling (AEW). Cargill made her return to AEW on the September 9th episode of Collision, where she attacked Statlander. Following this, it was announced that Jade Cargill would be challenging Kris Statlander for the TBS Championship on an upcoming episode of AEW Rampage. ## However, according to the AEW Rampage spoiler, Statlander seems to have emerged victorious in their rematch. As per the latest update from Fightful Select, Cargill's last appearance in AEW was reported during the tapings on July 13th in Cincinnati. ## The report also suggests that Jade Cargill may be heading to WWE to continue her wrestling career, which could be a significant move for her. It's worth noting that as of now, there hasn't been any official offer made to her by WWE, but circumstances can always change. ## Details about the duration of her AEW contract are currently unknown. While there were apparently option years in play, it's unclear who had control over those options. For now, it's rumored that Cargill might be making her debut in WWE. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Top 3 Potential Opponents For Roman Reigns If He Wrestles At Royal Rumble 2024
1003 days ago
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Top 3 Potential Opponents For Roman Reigns If He Wrestles At Royal Rumble 2024

Florida, 14 September - WWE is approaching the 2024 Royal Rumble premium live event, set to happen on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Tropicana Field in Tampa Bay, Florida. ## As usual, this year's Royal Rumble aims to introduce some new faces. WWE has moved several wrestlers from NXT to the main roster, and they're making a good impression. Names like LA Knight, Grayson Waller, and Gunther are delivering exciting performances. But let's be honest, the event wouldn't feel complete without Roman Reigns, who is a big draw for the company. Just his name can sell out the event. ## However, according to the latest poster release, Roman Reigns isn't listed for the show. But don't worry, WWE often changes plans for Roman Reigns. Perhaps they are holding off for a return match to have him challenge for the title, which fans would be thrilled to see. ## Let's check out Top 5 Potential Opponents For Roman Reigns: ## #1. Randy Orton## I hope Randy Orton makes his WWE comeback before the 2024 Royal Rumble or maybe even at Survivor Series or some other event. It would be great to see him set up a match against Roman Reigns for the Undisputed Universal Title. ## With the third most world championships in wrestling history and a career spanning over two decades, Orton is considered one of the all-time greats in professional wrestling. However, he had a legitimate back injury in 2022 and was expected to be on a break for the rest of that year. Now, 2023 is almost over, and there's no news of Randy Orton's return. If he does come back before the Royal Rumble, WWE should definitely give him an opponent of his caliber to face. ## #2. Big E ## Big E could have a big moment at Royal Rumble 2024 if he makes a comeback and faces Roman Reigns for the title. While he's known for his tag team success as part of The New Day with Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods, Big E was on an impressive singles run before his injury. ## In March 2022, he suffered a broken neck with fractures to his C1 and C6 vertebrae during a tag team match against Sheamus and Ridge Holland. Thankfully, there were no ligament or spinal cord injuries. It would be great to see him return and seize the opportunity at Royal Rumble 2024. ## 3. Bobby Lashley ## It would make sense to have Lashley in the 2024 Royal Rumble match, but it could also benefit the company if he faces off against Roman Reigns at the event. Big E has the potential to generate significant revenue, having won the WWE Championship twice. ## While Big E and Roman have clashed before, a matchup between them would be a welcome addition to the card. They first met at WWE Extreme Rules in 2018, with Roman Reigns emerging victorious. Since then, they haven't competed for the title, making it a fresh and exciting match for the fans. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Updated AEW Rampage (9/15) Lineup
1003 days ago
AEW News

Updated AEW Rampage (9/15) Lineup

New York City, 13 September - The upcoming AEW Rampage on September 15, 2023, is set to deliver an action-packed lineup, as unveiled during the latest episode of AEW Dynamite on September 13, 2023. ## First off, the AEW World Trios Champions, The Acclaimed & Daddy Ass, will be in the ring. However, their opponents are yet to be announced, adding an element of surprise to the match. ## The TBS Championship will also be on the line as Kris Statlander defends her title against challenger Jade Cargill. This is a crucial match for Cargill, marking her first bout since the Double or Nothing pay-per-view, and offering her a significant chance to secure the championship. ## In another exciting tag team match, Christopher Daniels & Matt Sydal will team up to take on The Kingdom, represented by Matt Taven & Mike Bennett. Anticipate fast-paced action and fierce competition in this bout. ## Lastly, the Lucha Bros (Penta El Zero Miedo & Rey Fenix) and The Hardys (Matt & Jeff Hardy) will team up to face The Butcher, The Blade, Jeff Jarrett, and Jay Lethal. ## AEW Rampage (9/15) ## -TBS Championship: Kris Statlander (c) vs. Jade Cargill ## -AEW World Trios Champions The Acclaimed & Daddy Ass will be in action ## -Christopher Daniels & Matt Sydal vs. The Kingdom (Matt Taven & Mike Bennett) ## -Lucha Bros (Penta El Zero Miedo & Rey Fenix) & The Hardys (Matt & Jeff Hardy) vs. The Butcher, The Blade, Jeff Jarrett, and Jay Lethal. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Updated AEW Collision (9/16) Lineup
1003 days ago
AEW News

Updated AEW Collision (9/16) Lineup

New York City, 13 September - The upcoming AEW Collision this Saturday is shaping up to be a packed event. ## During the September 13 AEW Dynamite episode, Jon Moxley faced off against Big Bill in a singles match. Ricky Starks got involved in the match, but Bryan Danielson rushed in to help Moxley and took a shot at Starks. ## Following this, it was revealed that Bill and Ricky Starks would team up to take on the Blackpool Combat Club pairing of Bryan Danielson and Claudio Castagnoli on the September 16 episode of AEW Rampage. ## Additionally, as previously announced, AEW Tag Team Champions FTR (Dax Harwood & Cash Wheeler) will defend their titles against the Iron Savages (Boulder & Bronson) on the show. Plus, fans can expect to see former AEW Women's World Champion Britt Baker make an appearance. ## The updated match card can be seen below ## AEW Collision (9/16) Updated Card ## -AEW Tag Team Championships: FTR (Dax Harwood & Cash Wheeler) (c) vs. Iron Savages (Boulder & Bronson) ## -Britt Baker appears ## -Ricky Starks & Big Bill vs. Blackpool Combat Club (Claudio Castagnoli & Bryan Danielson) ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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New Matches Added, Updated Lineup For AEW Dynamite: Grand Slam
1003 days ago
WWE News

New Matches Added, Updated Lineup For AEW Dynamite: Grand Slam

New York City, 13 September - During the September 13th episode of AEW Dynamite, a new lineup of matches was announced. ## In the main event of the evening, Joe secured a victory against Roderick Strong in the AEW Grand Slam World Title Eliminator Tournament Finals. This win grants Joe the opportunity to challenge MJF for the AEW World Title at AEW Dynamite: Grand Slam. ## Additionally, Jon Moxley is set to defend his title against Rey Fenix. Another matchup to look forward to is Christian Cage and Luchasaurus teaming up to face Darby Allin and Sting in a tag team bout. Toni Strom is also scheduled to take on Saraya for the AEW Women's World Championship. ## Eddie Kingston will be putting his ROH World Championship on the line against Claudio Castagnoli, and Sammy Guevara is slated to go up against Chris Jericho. ## Here's the complete match card: ## -AEW World Championship: MJF (c) vs. Samoa Joe ## -Saraya (c) vs. Toni Storm: AEW Women's World Championship ## -Chris Jericho vs. Sammy Guevara: Singles match ## -Claudio Castagnoli (ROH) vs. Eddie Kingston (Strong Openweight): Winner Takes All match for the ROH World Championship and Strong Openweight Championship ## -Jon Moxley (c) vs. Rey Fenix: Singles match for the AEW International Championship ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE Royal Rumble 2024 Predictions & Match Card: Preview, Schedule, Start Time, Tickets, Spoiler
1004 days ago
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WWE Royal Rumble 2024 Predictions & Match Card: Preview, Schedule, Start Time, Tickets, Spoiler

Here's everything you need to know about the 2024 Royal Rumble event happening on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Tropicana Field in Tampa Bay, Florida. ## The event will have two traditional Men's and Women's Royal Rumble matches, and the winners get a shot at a world championship match at WrestleMania. But in 2024, the winners of these matches can pick which championship they want to go for at WrestleMania XL. ## As it stands now, the men can choose to challenge either Raw's World Heavyweight Championship or SmackDown's Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. On the other hand, the women have the option of going after the WWE Women's Championship or the Women's World Championship. ## WWE Royal Rumble 2024 Confirmed Match ## *No Matches Announced For The Time Being! ## WWE Royal Rumble 2024 Predicted Match ## *Coming Soon! ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE NXT No Mercy (2023) Predictions & Match Card: Preview, Schedule, Start Time, Tickets
1004 days ago
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WWE NXT No Mercy (2023) Predictions & Match Card: Preview, Schedule, Start Time, Tickets

Here's the full lineup and key details about WWE NXT No Mercy (2023), held on September 30, 2023, at the Mechanics Bank Arena in Bakersfield, California. ## WWE hasn't hosted a No Mercy event since 2017. The event will be streaming live at 8 ET/5 PT on Peacock in the United States and on WWE Network everywhere else. ## As of writing only four matches have been locked in for the match. First, NXT Champion Carmelo Hayes will put his title on the line against Ilja Dragunov. Plush, Tiffany Stratton will look to regain the NXT Women's Title when she takes on Becky Lynch in an Extreme Rules match. ## To Buy Tickets, CLICK HERE ## NXT No Mercy (2023) Confirmed & Predicted Match ## WWE NXT Championship Match: Carmelo Hayes vs. Ilja Dragunov ## The NXT Championship is up for grabs, with Carmelo Hayes defending his title against Ilja Dragunov, who's the challenger. This won't be their first showdown, as they previously faced off at NXT Great American Bash. ## WINNER PREDICTION: Carmelo Hayes ## Singles Match: Bron Breakker vs. Baron Corbin ## Two financial rivals are set to go head-to-head in a one-on-one match. These two wrestlers have been at odds for several weeks. The build-up to their clash started when Corbin tried to offer his congratulations to Breakker for how he handled Von Wagner. However, Breakker rejected his gesture and took him down with a powerful Spear. ## WINNER PREDICTION: Bron Breakker ## NXT North American Champion Dominik Mysterio vs. TBD## In an upcoming championship match, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio will be defending his NXT North American Title. Originally, Mustafa Ali was set to face Dominik for the title, but WWE let him go from his contract on September 21, 2023. So, WWE is currently searching for a new opponent for the event. ## WINNER PREDICTION: Mustafa Ali ## Extreme Rules Match For The NXT Women's Championship: Becky Lynch (c) vs. Tiffany Stratton ## Becky Lynch and Tiffany Stratton are set to have a rematch, and this time, it's gonna be an Extreme Rules match for the NXT Women's Championship. A little while back, Lynch beat Stratton to become the champ, making her a Grand Slam Champion. ## WINNER PREDICTION: Becky Lynch ## British Rounds Rules match for the NXT Heritage Cup: Noam Dar (c) (with Oro Mensah, Lash Legend, and Jakara Jackson) vs. Butch or Joe Coffey ## Noam Dar (c) (with Oro Mensah, Lash Legend, and Jakara Jackson) will take on Butch or Joe Coffey in a British Rounds Rules match for the NXT Heritage Cup. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Roman Reigns Absent From Royal Rumble Poster, Could Miss WWE's Biggest Event
1004 days ago
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Roman Reigns Absent From Royal Rumble Poster, Could Miss WWE's Biggest Event

Florida, 13 September - The Royal Rumble has consistently held its place as one of the "Big Four" annual WWE pay-per-view events, alongside WrestleMania, Survivor Series, and SummerSlam. These four events are considered the pinnacle of the wrestling calendar each year. ## However, it appears that the current WWE Universal Champion, Roman Reigns, will not be participating in the 37th Royal Rumble based on the recently unveiled event poster for 2024. ## WWE made a significant announcement today, revealing that the 37th Royal Rumble will take place on January 27th in Tampa, Florida, at the Tropicana Field. The event poster prominently features several top WWE stars, including World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins, Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley, Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions Finn Balor & Damian Priest, US Champion Rey Mysterio, NXT Women’s Champion Becky Lynch, Bianca Belair, Charlotte Flair, Women’s Champion IYO SKY, Cody Rhodes, Asuka, LA Knight, and others. ## Roman Reigns, who inked a new WWE contract last year with a reduced work schedule, did not participate in Paynack and is not scheduled for Fastlane next month. His most recent WWE match was at SummerSlam. However, fans can expect to see him at Survivor Series, as he is currently advertised for that event. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE President And CFO Frank Riddick III To Leave WWE
1004 days ago
WWE News

WWE President And CFO Frank Riddick III To Leave WWE

STAMFORD, 13 September - WWE President and CFO Frank Riddick III will be leaving WWE, per an internal memo from Nick Khan. Riddick was bonused $5 million for the TKO deal. ## Back in 2021, WWE appointed Frank A. Riddick III as both the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Administrative Officer, and he reported directly to Chairman & CEO Vince McMahon. Before taking on these roles, Riddick had a long history with WWE, serving on the WWE Board of Directors for over 13 years and even stepping in as the interim CFO in 2020. ## During his tenure as WWE's CFO and Chief Administrative Officer, Riddick had quite a lot on his plate. He was responsible for overseeing various important aspects, including financial planning & analysis, strategy, controllership, investor relations, tax matters, data analytics, technology, event travel, and facilities management. ## But that's not all there is to Riddick's career. He's had a diverse professional background, having held significant positions such as CEO at FloWorks International, LLC, JMC Steel Group, Formica Corporation, and Triangle Pacific Corp. Additionally, he served as President and COO at Armstrong World Industries, Inc. ## WWE President and CFO Frank Riddick III will be leaving WWE, per an internal memo from Nick Khan.Riddick was bonused $5 million for the TKO deal pic.twitter.com/9s4AsI9ttv— Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful.com (@SeanRossSapp) September 13, 2023 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE Royal Rumble 2024 Date And Location Announced
1004 days ago
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WWE Royal Rumble 2024 Date And Location Announced

FLORIDA, 13 September - WWE just announced that the 37th Royal Rumble in 2024 is happening in Tampa Bay. It's a big deal because it's the first time in nearly 30 years that the Royal Rumble will have fans in Tampa Bay, since the last time was back in 1995. ## Here's the scoop: The event is set to take place on Saturday, January 27 at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida. And not just that, the same arena will also be hosting some Monday Night Raw tapings, but the main event will be at Amalie Arena in Tampa. ## Now, you know the Royal Rumble always has those 30-man and 30-woman matches, right? Well, that's not changing. The winners of those matches get a shot at a Championship match at WrestleMania 40, just like tradition. ## Royal Rumble Heads to St. Petersburg-Clearwater on Saturday, Jan. 27 at Tropicana Field ## Monday Night Raw to Take Place in Tampa on Jan. 29 at Amalie Arena ## STAMFORD, Conn., September 13, 2023 – WWE, part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), in conjunction with the Tampa Bay Rays, Visit St. Pete/Clearwater and the Tampa Bay Sports Commission, today announced that Tampa Bay will host the 37th Royal Rumble in 2024. ## WWE will head to town for an entire weekend of events across St. Petersburg, Clearwater and Tampa, Fla., highlighted by the Royal Rumble on Saturday, January 27 at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg. Two days later, Monday Night Raw will emanate from Amalie Arena in Tampa on January 29. This marks the first time that Royal Rumble will be held in Tampa Bay in front of fans since 1995. ## “Tampa Bay has long been a terrific market for WWE,” said WWE Executive Vice President of Live Events John Porco. “Thanks to our partners at the Tampa Bay Rays, Visit St. Pete/Clearwater and the Tampa Bay Sports Commission, we look forward to a fantastic schedule of events in January.” “We are excited to welcome WWE back to Tropicana Field for the 2024 Royal Rumble,” said Tampa Bay Rays President Matt Silverman. “The Royal Rumble will provide first-class sports entertainment to both those seeing the action in person and watching as part of a worldwide television audience. This event will bring visitors from around the globe to experience the beauty of our area and all it has to offer.” ## “As a leader in event production and promotion, we are thrilled to collaborate with WWE to bring Royal Rumble to our destination,” Caleb Peterson, Visit St. Pete/Clearwater Senior Business Development Manager. “We look forward to welcoming all of the WWE fans to our community, a community that will certainly match their energy and enthusiasm for sports entertainment. A special thank you to our community partners - the Tampa Bay Rays, City of St. Petersburg, and Tampa Bay Sports Commission - for their role in creating this unique opportunity for our destination.” ## “Team Tampa Bay loved hosting WrestleMania 37 two years ago and we’re now beyond excited to have the opportunity to collaborate again with our longtime friends at WWE,” said Rob Higgins, Tampa Bay Sports Commission Executive Director. “Royal Rumble Weekend in January of 2024 will be a phenomenal regional effort that spans Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties including both Tropicana Field and Amalie Arena. Together, we’re focused on making sure that WWE Universe is treated to a weekend that’s filled with memories that last a lifetime.” ## Royal Rumble will be headlined by the 30-man and 30-woman Royal Rumble matches, with the winners of both receiving a Championship match opportunity at WrestleMania 40. ## The announcement comes on the heels of this year’s record-setting Royal Rumble which took place in San Antonio, Texas. The event became WWE’s highest-grossing and most-viewed Royal Rumble in company history and set an all-time gate record at more than $7.7 million, far surpassing the previous Royal Rumble high in 2017 by more than 50 percent. ## More information on the ticket on-sale will be announced in the coming weeks. To learn more about registering for pre-sale opportunities, please visit: wwe.com/royalrumble-2024-presale. ## In addition, official Royal Rumble Priority Passes will soon be available through exclusive partner On Location, giving fans the opportunity to purchase ticket packages before they go on sale to the general public. Royal Rumble Priority Passes will offer fans the chance to be ringside for every exhilarating moment, including premium seating, all-inclusive pre-show hospitality with WWE Superstar appearances, ringside photo opportunities, exclusive merchandise, deluxe accommodations, and much more. To receive exclusive pre-sale access before Royal Rumble Priority Passes go on sale, please visit onlocationexp.com/royalrumble. For more information, please call 855-346-7388. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Predicting Top 5 Potential Challengers For Becky Lynch After Her WWE NXT Women's Title Win
1004 days ago
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Predicting Top 5 Potential Challengers For Becky Lynch After Her WWE NXT Women's Title Win

Limerick, 13 September - Last night on WWE NXT, the main roster's Becky Lynch faced off against NXT star Tiffany Stratton for the NXT Women's Title, and she made history. ## After Becky Lynch beat Trish at WWE Payback, she began a feud with NXT Women's Champion Tiffany and eventually challenged her for a title match. This match took place on the episode of NXT that aired on September 12. During the show, Lynch defeated Tiffany to claim the title, making her the sixth Women's Grand Slam champion. ## Now, fans must be eager to learn about the upcoming storyline with Becky Lynch as the titleholder. WWE won't be matching her up with an underdog, so they're likely considering someone who can bring in a big audience. There are certainly some names in contention. ## #1. Mandy Rose vs. Becky Lynch ## Mandy Rose had a remarkable run in NXT, where she held the NXT Women's title for 413 days. However, everything took a big turn when she lost the title to Roxanne Perez and was released by WWE. ## Her release was due to the content she shared behind her premium content paywall. It's been nine months since her departure from the company, and I believe it's about time for her to make a comeback and challenge Becky Lynch for the title. ## #2. Roxanne Perez vs. Becky Lynch ## I'm considering Roxanna Perez as another challenger for Becky Lynch's NXT title because she has had an interesting journey since her WWE debut. She's a former NXT Women's Champion and NXT Women's Tag Team Champion. ## #3. Dana Brooke vs. Becky Lynch ## When you look at it, Dana Brooke has the potential to be a main event star, but right now, she's part of WWE's NXT brand. So, there's a fantastic opportunity for her to showcase her skills to the fullest if she gets a chance to challenge Becky Lynch for the title. ## #4. Nikkita Lyons vs. Becky Lynch ## Nikkita Lyons could be a strong contender if she returns to NXT. She faced a loss to Stark on the December 20 episode of NXT and suffered an injury inflicted by Blair Davenport on the January 24 episode. Currently, she's out of action, and there's no information available about her comeback. ## If she does return in time, she could be one of the top choices for WWE to challenge Becky Lynch. ## #5. Cora Jade vs. Becky Lynch ## Finally, let's not forget Cora Jade, who could also ignite a fiery rivalry against Lynch. Jade joined WWE in January 2021 as part of the NXT brand and has secured the NXT Women's Tag Team Championship once. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Dana White: 'I Don't Think, There's Ever Going To Be A Day Where We Turn Every UFC Fan Into A WWE Fan'
1004 days ago
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Dana White: 'I Don't Think, There's Ever Going To Be A Day Where We Turn Every UFC Fan Into A WWE Fan'

Manchester, 13 September - Endeavor Group Holdings and World Wrestling Entertainment have officially completed their previously announced merger and have introduced TKO Group Holdings. Nevertheless, WWE and UFC will remain distinct divisions within the newly merged company. ## Lawrence Epstein, who holds the position of Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at UFC, shared a statement with ESPN today. He expressed the desire to see UFC fans also being fans of WWE, and vice versa. ## During Dana White's Contender Series Post-Fight Press Conference, Dana White was questioned about whether he perceives any similarities in the fan bases and how attainable this goal is. ## "Lawrence I love you," said White. "One of the dumbest statements of all time, yeah I don't know why he said that. I don't even know what to say to that, There's no there's some crossover, some people like WWE some people like UFC, you have some people like both. ## "I don't think, there's ever going to be a day where we turn every UFC fan into a WWE Fan or every WWE. What's beautiful about the Synergy between these two fan bases is, they are very completely opposite, you know, there's very little crossover and again, I maybe he was misquoted, I hope that's the case because I could not disagree with them more." ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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