Batista Breaks His Silence, Chris Jericho Talks TNA, SD Preemption In NYC, More


-- The documentary portion of WWE's DVD release, Ricky Steamboat: The Life Story of the Dragon, will air on pay-per-view in September.

-- Friday's SmackDown broadcast in New York City on WWOR-TV will be preempted until 11:00 p.m. due to the New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox game.

-- Former WWE Superstar Batista will announce his first post-WWE project tomorrow night on Monday Night Mayhem. The following synopsis was released: "In a "Summer of Mayhem 2010" exclusive, "The Animal" Batista will step into the MNM squared circle to announce his first post-WWE project. Rumors have been swirling about what the former six-time World Heavyweight Champion will be doing next, including a transition into the world of MMA with Strikeforce. The former WWE superstar separates fact from fiction only on Monday Night Mayhem."

Chris Jericho will also join the program to give "his uncensored thoughts on the direction of TNA and the HardCORE Justice pay-per-view. Fans can listen to the show via www.mondaynightmayhem.com.

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