Last Friday Night's WWE SmackDown Rating Is In, Survivor Series Dominates Google, & More News

-- According to Google statistics, WWE did over 200,000 Google searches for their Survivor Series pay-per-view on Sunday. That came in at #3 behind Iggy Azalea and Odell Beckham Jr. as they were featured at the MTV Movie Awards and the New York Giants NFL game.

-- WWE's reasoning for the Survivor Series post-show not airing is simply because the pay-per-view ran long as they already had content scheduled to air and didn't want to mess up their schedule.

Also read: News On The WrestleMania 31 Tickets, Early Rating Numbers For Last Friday Night's SmackDown, More

-- WWE added a new feature to the WWE Network that allows subscribers to access content from WWE's official YouTube channel. You can check out a list of content that is available at WWE.com.

-- UPDATE: The Friday, November 21st WWE Survivor Series "go-home" edition of SmackDown scored a final 2.11 (2.1) cable rating, which was up from the 1.93 rating that the show drew the previous week. Friday's SmackDown averaged 2.878 million viewers, which was also up from the average of 2.715 million viewers who tuned in the previous week.

-- ORIGINAL: It was good news for the WWE SmackDown rating today. Last Friday’s episode drew 2.88 million viewers and a 0.9 rating in the 18 – 49 demographic. Those numbers are up 6% and a tenth from last week’s 2.72 million and 0.8 demo rating. The episode had the highest SmackDown viewership since the July 18th episode drew 2.89 million and the highest demo rating since the June 27th episode also drew a 0.9.

The household rating will be available later

Vince McMahon Grants A Wish At Survivor Series (Photo), William Regal Returns Home After Scouting

Birthdate: 08/24/1945 (age 69) Height: 6'2" Weight: 248 Ib Vince McMahon is credited with being the greate...

-- William Regal recently tweeted that he's back in the United Sates after scouting WWE talent overseas. Regal spent seven days in the UK, four days in Brazil and another five days in India.

-- At the closing bell on Monday, WWE stock was at $11.67 per share. That is down a little over 1% from last Friday.

-- Vince McMahon met WWE fan John Willen of "Crossroads Hospice" prior to the WWE Survivor Series pay-per-view on Sunday night in St. Louis. Willen's one wish to meet a WWE Superstar was Vince McMahon himself. It should also be noted that John got to meet several other WWE Superstars in addition to Vince. WWE's Community Twitter account posted the following photo of Willen meeting Vince:

Long-time @WWE fan John Willen of Crossroads Hospice met w/ @VinceMcMahon at #SurvivorSeries! http://t.co/ReZzS0APjQ pic.twitter.com/XTBdnrVH6k

— WWE Community (@WWECommunity) November 24, 2014

WWE Holding A Survivor Series Pe-Show Party Set Today - Details Inside Here

The Pro Wrestling Report is holding a pre-show party for WWE Survivor Series 2014 in St. Louis, Missouri today. Pro Wrestling Report’s David Herro and Dameon Nelson are hosting the event.

WWE Hall of Famer Mean Gene Okerlund, former TNA Knockout Thea Trinidad (Rosita), and more will appear at the Hard Rock Café, next to the Scottrade Center. Admission for the event is free, and the Hard Rock Café is offering a 10 percent discount to guests in attendance. Autographs and photos with the guests at the event will cost extra.

Mean Gene posted on Twitter on the event.

Hey Gang meet me in St Louis at the Hard Rock Cafe TODAY from 3pm to 5pm. I will have #HolyBalls shirts. GO

— Gene Okerlund (@TheGeneOkerlund) November 23, 2014

**SPOILER** Updates - 2 Huge Names To Appear At The WWE Survivor Series Pay-Per-View?

Birthdate: 03/20/1955 (age 59) Height: 6'2" Weight: 250 Ib Sting is best known for his tenure in World Cha...

There are reports floating around the internet today that claim Randy Orton has been spotted at a restaurant in St. Louis, the site of Sunday's WWE Survivor Series pay-per-view, doing basically nothing to keep his presence hidden from the public.

It was reported earlier that Orton took a 9am flight out of Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he is filming a WWE Studios movie, to DFW Airport, connecting to St. Louis.

Also read: ?Major Update - Big WWE Survivor Series Surprises Planned -- **SPOILERS** Inside

The fact that "The Viper" is in St. Louis doesn't necessarily guarantee that he will be on the Survivor Series show, as he lives there and was reportedly in town visiting his father. However, he is definitely in town right now.

The belief from another one of the other sources is that Sting will be at Survivor Series on Sunday, but no one has yet to be able to officially confirm that to us. The initial reports that surfaced online claimed that Sting at Survivor Series is a definite, which would make sense timing wise for a number of reasons.

Make of it what you will. I would advise anyone to take the news with a huge grain of salt until we can get further confirmation.

Jim Ross Writes A Blog On Sting At Survivor Series PPV Rumors, Brock Lesnar's UFC Return & More

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The following are highlights of the latest blog by WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross:

On Sting possibly appearing at Survivor Series: "My Twitter timeline lit up Friday night with the conveniently, timed info/rumor that Sting would make a 'surprise' appearance at Sunday's WWE Survivor Series. I have no idea it that's true or not and I'd have preferred if the info, true or not, would not have leaked out. I'm not a major fan of the "Jardine's" aka spoilers. I'm a Sting fan from back in the day and believe that if his first and perhaps only match in WWE is at WrestleMania 31. The man has earned a WrestleMania Moment without question."

Also read: ?**SPOILER** Update - 3 Names Possible For The WWE Survivor Series Psy-Per-View

On his prediction for the Survivor Series main event outcome: "If forced to make a prediction, I'd go with Team Cena winning the Survivor Series main event Sunday in St. Louis which provides WWE the opportunity to truly set the reset button and create some new scenarios that are due with the build to WM31 beginning to commence. If so, Im curious to see how HHH and Steph are repositioned as WWE needs star power and they provide that more than many of the talents."

On rumors of a Brock Lesnar return to UFC: "My thoughts on the possibility of Brock Lesnar returning to the UFC have seemingly resonated among some. Lesnar is a true jock....not an entertainer....and in the UFC he can be involved in a main steam sport of which he covets while still making big money for working few times a year. I think the amazingly gifted athlete longs for the competition and to see what's left in the tank after his battles with diverticulitis. Perhaps with the additional TV dates that Lesnar has agreed to is for him to lose the WWE Title on Monday Night RAW where the most fans would see it. Who knows?"

Check out the complete blog at JRsBarBQ.com (click here).

A New Match Added To WWE Survivor Series - A Divas Elimination Match

WWE announced a second traditional elimination match for this Sunday's Survivor Series pay-per-view.

Also read: ?Final 'Team Cena' & 'Team Authority' Members Revealed - Details Inside Here

In a Divas elimination match, the team of Alicia Fox, Natalya, Naomi and Emma will take on the team of Paige, Cameron, Summer Rae and Layla.

Make sure to visit the website this Sunday night for the best live WWE Survivor Series results coverage on the web.

Speaking of the WWE Divas, Diva AJ Lee is advertised for the TLC pay-per-view event but is not being listed for any events following that.

John Cena Sits Down With Michael Cole To Discuss Survivor Series, The Authority & More - Videos Inside

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In this week’s sit-down interview with Michael Cole, John Cena was the guest. Cena spoke about Sunday’s Survivor Series main event, the Authority needing to lose their power, the WWE Title not being defended, the WWE Universe controlling the company and more…

John Cena on What's at Stake at Survivor Series

WWE Looks At Their Most Ridiculous Survivor Series Teams - Check Out A Video Inside Here

Here is the latest edition of WWE’s Five Things, looking at the most ridiculous Survivor Series teams…

5 Strange Survivor Series teams - 5 Things

Major Update - Big WWE Survivor Series Surprises Planned -- **SPOILERS** Inside

Source: The Wrestling Observer Newsletter

Here is another updated report on the rumors and possible surprises that have been speculated online for WWE Survivor Series.

Per the report, as many likely expected, Jericho’s tweet earlier was basically him trolling fans on the internet. Jericho will not be appearing at the PPV, and he is currently set for a Fozzy show tonight in Des Moines, Iowa.

Also read: ?**SPOILER** Update - 3 Names Possible For The WWE Survivor Series Psy-Per-View

It seems some fans actually believed Punk referencing Paul Heyman on Twitter earlier believed it meant Punk could make a return to the WWE tonight. The latest report confirms Punk will not be making a comeback tonight. Punk is reportedly focusing on his life post-wrestling. A sourcce says he has been training extensively in MMA under the Gracies in California.

In addition, Roman Reigns has reportedly flown from Reno, Nevada for an autograph signing to St. Louis, Missouri. So he is now in town for the event. However, an earlier report indicated he is not confirmed to make an appearance for the event. He is in town thgh.

ORIGINAL: As previously reported, Sting, Roman Reigns, and Randy Orton have all been rumored to be in attendance for tonight’s Survivor Series events. However, there have been conflicting reports regarding whether the Superstars would definitively appear or not.

There could be even one or two more surprises for the event. These surprises could be in addition to the aforementioned three wrestlers. The issue is a source notes that the WWE might want to hold these surprises back because if Sting and Orton appear tonight, that would be enough for the show. Anything further would potentially be perceived as overkill.

In other words, the source suggests more surprises are planned…but are also being planned to get held back. Any additional surprises besides say Sting and Orton would take away from the importance of their appearance.

**SPOILERS** - The Updated Card For Sunday Night's WWE Survivor Series PPV Event

Following the WWE SmackDown TV tapings on Tuesday night, here is the updated WWE Survivor Series pay-per-view card:

Survivor Series Match:
Team Cena (John Cena, Dolph Ziggler, Big Show, Sheamus and TBA) vs. Team Authority (Seth Rollins, Kane, Mark Henry, Rusev and TBA)
If Team Authority loses, Triple H and Stephanie McMahon will lose control of Monday Night RAW. If Team Cena loses, they’re fired.

Also read: ?**SPOILERS** - The Updated WWE Survivor Series Pay-Per-View Card

WWE Divas Title Match:
AJ Lee vs. Nikki Bella

Survivor Series Match:
Alicia Fox, Natalya, Naomi, and Emma will take on Paige, Cameron, Summer Rae, and Layla

WWE Fatal 4-Way Tag Team Title Match:
Goldust & Stardust vs. Usos vs. Los Matadores vs. Miz and Mizdow

Dean Ambrose vs. Bray Wyatt

The Final Card For Tonight's WWE Survivor Series PPV Event + Live Coverage Details

Here is the final card for tonight's WWE Survivor Series pay-per-view event:

WWE SURVIVOR SERIES
Sunday, November 23rd, 2014

Survivor Series Match:
Team Cena (John Cena, Dolph Ziggler, Big Show, Erick Rowan and Ryback) vs. Team Authority (Seth Rollins, Kane, Mark Henry, Rusev and Luke Harper)
–If Team Authority loses, Triple H and Stephanie McMahon will lose control of Monday Night RAW. If Team Cena loses, everyone but Cena on that team is fired.

WWE Divas Title Match:
AJ Lee vs. Nikki Bella

Also read: Check Out The Final Card For Tonight's WWE Battleground PPV + Live Coverage Reminder

Survivor Series Match: Alicia Fox, Natalya, Naomi, and Emma will take on Paige, Cameron, Summer Rae, and Layla

WWE Fatal 4-Way Tag Team Title Match:
Goldust & Stardust vs. Usos vs. Los Matadores vs. Miz and Mizdow

Dean Ambrose vs. Bray Wyatt

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Chris Jericho Teases A Big WWE Survivor Series **SPOILER** For Tonight - Details

Birthdate: 11/09/1970 (age 44) Height: 6'0" Weight: 227 Ib Chris Jericho is one of the most decorated wres...

WARNING: Potential spoiler for Survivor Series below. Proceed at your own risk.

Chris Jericho posted the following to Twitter, referencing the weekend’s Survivor Series rumors:

Long drive tonight, but excited to have lunch w @randyorton & @sting tomorrow afternoon. Especially since #RKO is buying!

— Chris Jericho (@IAmJericho) November 23, 2014

**SPOILER** - Another Big Name Set To Return At The WWE Survivor Series Pay-Per-View?

Birthdate: 03/20/1955 (age 59) Height: 6'2" Weight: 250 Ib Sting is best known for his tenure in World Cha...

UPDATE: Sources claim that Randy Orton will appear at WWE Survivor Series tomorrow night. We can report that Orton left Albuquerque, New Mexico earlier today. He has now arrived back in his hometown of St. Louis, Missouri.

Of course, St. Louis is the host city of Survivor Series on Sunday. Orton has recently been out if action in order to film The Condemned 2 for WWE Studios. It would make sense to have Orton return as a babyface at the event as he'd obviously get a massive pop in front of his hometown fans.

Also read: ?**SPOILER** Update - 3 Names Possible For The WWE Survivor Series Psy-Per-View

Speaking of Randy Orton, you can view photos some new photos of him and his real-life girlfriend by clicking here.

ORIGINAL: According to multiple sources in WWE, Sting is currently scheduled to appear at WWE Survivor Series this Sunday night.

As of now, Sting is only scheduled to appear on the pay-per-view and not the TV tapings. Of course, that could end up changing.

More as we get it.

Backstage News On Wade Barrett WWE Return Update + A Survivor Series/RAW **SPOILER**?, More

Birthdate: 08/10/1980 (age 34) Height: 6'7" Weight: 246 Ib Stu Bennet was inspired to become a professiona...

Source: The Wrestling Observer Newsletter

Also read: More On Wade Barrett's WWE Return + WWE Changes The Brock Lesnar/RAW Plans, More

-- Bad News Barrett is said to be about four to six weeks away from returning to the ring. Barrett has been lifting weights again but isn’t yet at full strength or his usual size.

-- As of earlier today, only one new match for Survivor Series was scheduled to be added to the show tonight on RAW. Plans constantly change but the match was scheduled to be a tag-team title match with Goldust & Stardust defending against The Miz & Mizdow, Los Matadores and The Usos. This has been in the plans for the show since day one. We'll see if that changes before RAW goes live.

Drake Younger's Odd WWE Role Revealed?, Survivor Series

Partial Source: Pwinsider

-- WWE will release their first quarterly earnings on Thursday.

-- Tonight at RAW, WWE will release a pre-sale code for the November 23rd Survivor Series PPV in St. Louis. We'll have that for you guys later tonight once it's announced to the live crowd.

-- Drake Younger had his final independent appearance yesterday for SPW in Sacramento, CA. According to sources, Younger will be reporting to WWE NXT in Orlando, FL to begin training as a referee. No word on why WWE doesn't have plans for him to wrestle as of this writing. It seems odd as he's a very good indy wrestler.