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Time of India
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Undertaker calls for professionalism following WWE legend's unexpected walkout from show
On the most recent episode of WWE LFG (Legends & Future Greats), a WWE legend walked out mid-taping in the biggest incident to date. The incident occurred shortly after tempers boiled over between the mentors on the show, with Booker T storming off set after a spat over the choice of competitors. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The audience and WWE greats in attendance were stunned when this departure happened, and spoke up, sending a powerful message about professionalism. The Undertaker's message reverberates through the locker room In the aftermath of that incident, The Undertaker reportedly spoke to the cast and crew and made a strong case for order. Though he didn't specifically name names, he was referencing the walkout of Booker T. Sources say that The Undertaker made it clear that mentoring WWE LFG comes with an obligation to be an example, in and out of the ring. He then suggested that one should not command, no matter how great a legacy or how many accolades one carries, without respect. While The Deadman certainly spoke in a composed manner, his message spoke volumes to those in attendance. It also reminded us that this was more than just a competition; it was about character and legacy, too. A shift in atmosphere among mentors Insider managed to confirm that the walkout has created an impact on the vibes of the show. WWE LFG was all about guidance and legacy, and combining seasoned veterans with blossoming talent to create stars of the future. But when legends use petty grievances to eclipse the mission, it threatens to burn the buzz from the series. Also Read: Following the incident, fans are now wondering what Booker T does from here and if the tensions between mentors will have an effect on the show moving onward. Elsewhere, and embodying a leading-by-example mentality, The Undertaker is also continuing to establish a standard that being in WWE, at any level, demands far more than talent; it requires professionalism and decorum, and a respect for the business above all else. As WWE LFG plays out, fans will be watching to see if The Undertaker's message brings everyone together, or whether wider rifts among the legends are also yet to come to light.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'I'm grooming them': WWE star Booker T reveals about training his twins to follow the icon's footstep
(Image via WWE) WWE Hall of Famer Booker T is a well-known name in the industry, known for his well versed in training the stars of the future, and his teenage twin kids could be the next for him as he has already started grooming them for his family business. The 60-year-old retired wrestler and current NXT commentator is a mentor on US network A&E's LFG reality show, which returns for a second season this weekend. The WWE icon has revealed that he has started training his 15-year-old twin, his son and daughter to eventually take over his own promotion Reality of Wrestling (ROW), seeing the business side as more stable and less physically demanding. Even though he's leaning toward a future for them backstage, he's keeping the door open for whatever path they choose. Let's see what the WWE icon said about preparing his children for the future. Booker T reveals about preparing his twins to look after the wrestling business Booker T is all in when it comes to training the next generation of pro wrestlers, whether it's at Reality of Wrestling or WWE LFG . With that in mind, he's now revealed that he's getting his kids ready to take over his wrestling empire. The wrestling trainer has revealed this recently during his recent interview with Metro . He exclusively told Metro : 'Never say never. My son loves professional wrestling. My daughter, she's very, very athletic. I never knew what I was going to do until I got into it, you know?' However, Booker's wife, a fellow WWE Hall of Famer Sharmell, admitted that he might be happier if they work behind the scenes instead, taking over his Reality of Wrestling (ROW) promotion. He further stated that, 'I'm grooming them to be able to take over the business one day,' he said. 'From a behind the scenes perspective. That's where the money is! Less bumps as well [laughs]. No man, never say never!' Booker T is known as one of the promising trainers of WWE, as he has trained big shots of WWE like Roxanne Perez . He is also speculated to be training and grooming U.S pop sensation Travis Scott, who has made multiple cameos in WWE events. FULL MATCH: Booker T vs. The Rock – WCW Title Match: SummerSlam 2001 Booker T reminisces about his past experiences Booker T said that the first time he got into a wrestling ring, it felt really familiar, like he had been doing it his whole life. After 35 years in wrestling, he has a lot of knowledge in his head that he can easily remember and use. Also Read : Deadman behind the desk? The Undertaker teases a bold move to WWE creative team However, The WWE Hall of Famer wants his kids to learn the same way, but knows that everyone learns differently. He said that some people pick things up fast, while others take more time. That's why he uses different ways to teach, so everyone can understand in their own way. Follow all the live updates, scores, and highlights from the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘WWE LFG': How to Watch Season 2 of the Reality Series Online Without Cable
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. The WWE's reality competition series WWE LFG (Legends & Future Greats) premieres its second season on Sunday (June 22). More from Billboard Italy's Adriatic Sound Festival Aims to Be the New European Destination for Techno NBA Finals 2025 Livestream: Here's How to Watch Pacers vs. Thunder Game Online for Free Phoenix Mercury vs. Chicago Sky: How to Watch WNBA Stars Kahleah Copper & Angel Reese Face Off With Hulu + Live TV It features 16 contenders battling for a chance to make it to the big leagues of pro wrestling in the WWE. Season two also features five legendary coaches: Undertaker, Booker T, Michelle McCool, Bubba Ray Dudley and Shawn Michaels. Season two of WWE LFG has a start time of 10 p.m. ET/PT. WWE LFG airs on A&E. The series is available to stream on Philo, DirecTV, Fubo and Hulu + Live TV. Keep reading for more details on how cord-cutters can watch the WWE reality series online. A subscription to Philo — which comes with A&E — gets you access to live TV from cable channels for just $28 per month. In fact, you can watch more than 70 cable networks, such as AMC, BBC America, BET, Cartoon Network, CMT, Discovery Channel, Food Network, Hallmark Channel, HGTV, History Channel, IFC, Lifetime, Logo, MotorTrends, Nickelodeon, OWN, Paramount Network, Smithsonian Channel, Sundance TV, TLC, VH1, Vice and many others. In addition, AMC+ is available on Philo. The premium streaming service comes with Philo Core for free, so you can get even more movies and TV shows to watch with signup. watch 'WWE LFG' with Philo A subscription to DirecTV — which comes with A&E for WWE LFG — gets you access to live TV, local and cable channels, starting at $59.99 for the first month of service ($89.99 per month afterwards) for the streamer's signature packages. You can watch local networks such as NBC, ABC, Fox, and PBS, while you can watch many cable networks, including ESPN, FS1, Lifetime, FX, AMC, Bravo, BET, MTV, Paramount Network, Cartoon Network, VH1, Fuse, CNN, Food Network, CNBC and others. watch 'WWE LFG' with DirecTV WWE LFG on A&E is available to watch with Hulu + Live TV. Prices for the cable alternative start at $82.99 per month, while each plan comes with Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+ at no additional cost. Hulu + Live TV might be best for those who want all of these streaming services together in one bundle. It features many other networks, including ESPN, ABC, Hallmark Channel, BET, CMT, Disney Channel, NBC, Fox Sports and more. watch 'WWE LFG' with Hulu + Live TV To watch season two of WWE LFG on A&E, Fubo starts at $64.99 for the first month, $84.99 per month afterwards (the streamer's current deal) with more than 225 channels — including local and cable — that are streamable on smart TVs, smartphones, tablets and on web browsers. The service even gets you live access to local broadcast networks including NBC, Fox and ABC, while it has dozens of cable networks, such as ESPN, Bravo, CMT, ID, TV Land, VH1, TLC, E!, FS1, MTV, FX, Ion, OWN, Paramount Network and much more. Watch 'WWE LFG' with Fubo Starting at 10 p.m. ET/PT, WWE LFG (Legends & Future Greats) airs on A&E on Sunday (June 22). The series features the opening theme song 'Take A Lesson' by def rebel (music producer Doug Davis), while it's available to stream on Philo. watch 'WWE LFG' with Philo Want more? For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best Xbox deals, studio headphones and Nintendo Switch accessories.
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Booker T's coming for you in 'WWE LFG' season 2
It's a pretty good time to be Booker T. At WrestleMania 41, Jey Uso became the first alumnus of his wrestling school, Reality of Wrestling, to win a WWE World Championship. His prized protege Roxanne Perez has graduated from NXT with the highest marks, and is now a full-fledged title contender on the main roster "WWE Raw" brand. But the newest trophy on Booker's mantle is a bit different: He's one of the inaugural winning coaches of "WWE LFG," the company's newest reality competition through A&E TV. While he's put 20 years into training the fanatical fighters of the future, he sees value in the new rapid-fire, sink-or-swim endeavor — and he's ready to go even harder for his crew in season two. Advertisement 'I mean, I'm a pretty good coach' Booker half jokes, breaking down what took him to the podium on the show's first go-round. Abbreviated from 'Legends and Future Greats,' the first season of "LFG" paired 17 of WWE's Performance Center athletes with some of its most decorated pugilists of the past. Broken down over 15 episodes, the competitors were given an array of tasks, both physical and creative, and asked to showcase what they picked up through strategically assigned matches, with eliminations happening through their respective coaches for the first three rounds. Then, the final eight were chosen after their performances via panel vote until there was one — or in this season's case, two — winners. In some ways, it's akin to the earliest versions of NXT, but you won't see longtime veterans like Bryan Danielson or Low-Ki in the mix. Fellow WWE Hall of Famers The Undertaker and Bubba Ray Dudley joined Booker as coaches, as did multi-time women's world champion Mickie James, to impart knowledge from their different corners of the wrestling world. Current stars like Gunther, AJ Styles and CM Punk made cameos during training sessions and matches to offer outside looks at the talents who hope to eventually earn a spot in their locker rooms. Advertisement 'We all do it differently. We all speak different languages," Booker says. "But at the end of the day, it all works out because we are all world-class caliber talent. "I think that's what's really cool about the dynamic of the four coaches, is we all teach the same thing, but we all do it differently. But at the end of the day, you're going to get to your goal. I always tell my students, 'Put an asterisk by everything I say because it's the way I think.'' Everyone's approach is a bit different. The Undertaker exudes that kind of even-keeled, proud poppa approach that earns you a moniker like 'The Conscience of WWE.' Bubba Ray leans heavier into 'earning it' tough love than the rest of group, infamously refusing to shake contestant BJ Ray's hand upon his introduction. James, who entered WWE at a time when personalities in the women's division were … less than fleshed out ... seems really focused on helping talent find their 'why,' emphasizing the need to develop and showcase your personality between moves and steps. Booker, who had the toughest path to wrestling superstardom out of the four, seems to have the biggest emphasis on urgency, knowing that one thing you can't teach — but absolutely can harness — is the desire to go and get yours. Advertisement He's shown his desire to stand out from his peers his entire career, and still shows flashes of it throughout the show, with his not-so-subtle frustrations in trying to make sure his voice is heard. '[My mentality was always] it was only one meal on the table," he says. "There's 10 people in the room. Who's going to get it? "I asked a lot of my guys that I work with … 'You ever been in a real fight?' If they say no, they got to go get in a rolling class. They can't even train with the other guy. They got to go start over here.' Booker's pupil and eventual winner didn't have to step away. Jasper Troy, from the appropriately named Huffman, Texas, was a NCAA D-I offensive lineman for four years with the University of Kansas and University of Northern Iowa, so the majority of his formative years were spent battling for space with monsters at close quarters. With his fire, and Booker's direction, he was able to secure victory. 'And that's what I saw in Jasper Troy from Day 1 in season one, over everybody in that thing," Booker says. "[I think] he would have been a close runner-up if he wouldn't have been under my expert tutelage. [Fellow collegiate lineman] Anthony Luke probably would have won. I'm just saying.' Booker T imparts some old-school wisdom to the up-and-coming talent on "WWE LFG." (Photo via WWE/A&E) Perhaps the most interesting part of the series is the push for the competitors to come up with things on the fly. You've heard WWE stories about last-minute name changes, adjustments to finishes, or promos thrown out to better fit the story that have to be relearned right away. With all of the participants almost exclusively having started their professional careers in the WWE system, they don't have the years of independent or promotional experience to have a tried and true persona or moveset that just needs tweaking. So watching the odd couple of Eric Bischoff and Sean Waltman ask them to come up with a faction, or AJ Styles challenge them to come up with a moniker and perform like it in a match, is a testament to how long it takes to not only learn how to wrestle, but to learn how to harness the emotions of the business as well. Advertisement While it seems like an insane amount of pressure, Booker thinks that the kind of mini-mester format "LFG" provides could even benefit some in NXT, where they're getting the same information but in a slightly different package. 'One thing about it, the NXT talent is trained a certain way, and then to be able to get outside of the box and get under somebody else's training, you're going to see it," he says. "They may be telling you the same exact thing, but they may tell it to you totally different. And then you might go, 'Oh man, I've been hearing the same thing.' They'll understand it totally different. "I think they would benefit from it tremendously.' While Booker's student secured an NXT contract by winning, Undertaker was voted the season's overall winner, by virtue of coaching the other winner, Tyra Mae Steele, and for having the most students advance throughout the competition. The man who went from tag-team specialist to World Television Champion, United States Champion then World Champion was never satisfied by what he'd already done. So while Booker is eating right now, he's still dedicated to getting a bigger piece of the pie in season two. "I'm taking the gloves off, I could tell you that," he says. "Because season one, I was robbed. Everybody saw it. Advertisement "For me, I'm taking the gloves off by any means necessary. Like Ernie Ladd said way back in '78, I'm going to have to just step on some toes and step on some toes and keep on walking, Jack. For me, season two, like I say, the gloves off for me.' He's proven to have a winning formula when it comes to preparation and production, so with even more motivation to win, there's a Legend ready to battle it out for the next Future Great to see them succeed.
Yahoo
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Booker T Makes Bold Prediction Regarding R-Truth's WWE Return
Booker T believes WWE could go all in with R-Truth (Ron Killings) in the coming months. On the latest episode of The Hall of Fame Podcast, NXT commentator Booker T spoke about WWE bringing back R-Truth, who is now going by the name Ron Killings. Booker predicts the company could make a big move by making him the World Heavyweight Champion. Advertisement 'You know what I see? I see Ron Killings winning the World Heavyweight Championship,' Booker T said. 'How crazy would that be? You know what? It would shake up the whole world. It'll be the biggest thing since, you know, perhaps putting the title on Mick Foley, WCW, that night, you know, when everybody changed the channels to watch Mick Foley win… It could be unbelievable.' [H/T: There is a mystery spot in next week's Men's King of the Ring match on RAW. While WWE could put Truth in that spot, it's probably not the most likely choice. READ MORE: Ron Killings Confirms Report That Nick Khan Brought Him Back To WWE What do you make of Booker T's comments? Do you think WWE should put the World Heavyweight Championship on Ron Killings? Let us know your thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. The post Booker T Makes Bold Prediction Regarding R-Truth's WWE Return appeared first on Wrestlezone.
