Bout Dat Xperience

Now it's no secret that I'm a huge wrestling fan and since I was introduced to the phenomenon that is WWE (then WWF) I've been a follower of the business ever since. I was always a fan of those that had a stand out work rate and technically had a moveset that captivated me from talents such as Bret Hart & the late great Curt "Mr. Perfect" Hennig. But there was a new favourite superstar that made an impact with me as soon as I saw him and that was "The bad guy" Razor Ramon (Scott Hall). Razor had it all the flashy bad guy attitude, with a keen sense of pizazz and coolness. He was oozing machismo and wasn't afraid of letting his opposition know it. And it wasn't just talk he could back it up in the ring. When Razor left the WWF for WCW he part part of the nWo the coolest faction to grace professional wrestling and one of the reasons behind wrestling becoming the lucrative business it now is. He broke in the business in the 80s at a time when wr...

David Haye's dream of ultimate heavyweight glory ended in frustrating disappointment in the rain in Hamburg. The WBA world champion lost his title as he failed to live up to his pre-fight boasting - dismissed by his opponent as trashtalking - and left thousands of his travelling fans upset by a lacklustre performance against Wladimir Klitschko, who comfortably held on to his three titles with a unanimous points victory. Haye later blamed a broken toe for his defeat, saying: 'I might not have been at my best but I gave it as much as I could. I couldn't push on my right leg. Something happened in training and I didn't want to pull out. Belt up, Haye: Wladimir Klitschko celebrates after comfortably seeing off the Briton's challenge 'I broke my toe on my right foot. I couldn't push off the right foot to throw the right hand. I thought adrenaline would get me through it but it was tough. It's incredibly frustrating.' All the predictions ...

Villa forward to complete Old Trafford move after holiday Young: Villa midfielder has agreed personal terms with Manchester United Sky Sports sources understand Ashley Young has agreed personal terms ahead of his proposed move to Manchester United from Aston Villa. The talented midfielder, who has also undergone a brief medical, is now expected to complete a switch to Old Trafford when he returns from holiday. It emerged on Thursday that the Premier League champions had held discussions with Young's representatives over a possible switch to Old Trafford. The England international admitted earlier this summer that he was keen to play at the very highest level, sparking speculation that he would leave Villa Park this summer. United have been credited with a long-term interest in the former Watford player, while Liverpool were also understood to be monitoring the situation. And Sir Alex Ferguson now looks to have pipped the Reds to yet...

Shaquille O'Neal, one of the most dominating big men in NBA history in his prime, has announced his retirement after a 19-year career that saw him win four NBA titles. "Shaq" is best know for his partnership with Kobe Bryant at the Los Angeles Lakers between 2000 and 2002 which gave him three NBA titles. The 39 year-old decided to retire after a nagging right Achilles tendon injury put an end to dreams of a come-back. Alongside his retirement tweet O'Neal posted a video farewell message for fans: “We did it. Nineteen years, baby. I wanna thank you very much. That's why I'm telling you first: I'm about to retire. Love you, talk to you soon.” Career highlights Age: 39 College: Louisiana State University. Drafted: First overall by the Orlando Magic in 1992. Teams: Magic, Los Angles Lakers, Miami Heat, Phoenix Suns, Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics. All-Stars selections: 15. NBA championships : 4 (Lakers 1999-2000...

Manchester United's Paul Scholes has announced his retirement aged 36. Midfielder Scholes made his United debut in 1994, making 676 appearances, and will now join the coaching staff. The news came after he helped the club win a record 19th league title, the 10th of his career, and his last game was Saturday's Champions League final loss to Barcelona. "This was not a decision I've taken lightly but I feel now is the right time for me to stop playing," he said. The famously low key Scholes stated: "I am not a man of many words but I can honestly say that playing football is all I have ever wanted to do and to have had such a long and successful career at Manchester United has been a real honour. "To have been part of the team that helped the club reach that 19th title is a great privilege." Manager Sir Alex Ferguson paid tribute, calling him "a truly unbelievable player. "Paul has always been inspirational to players of all ages and we know ...

The Spanish champions outclass England's number one team with a 3-1 win at Wembley. Barcelona seal the Champions League title with a stylish 3-1 victory over Manchester United. A neat finish from Wayne Rooney in reply to a Pedro opening goal meant that things were all square at half-time. But a strikes from distance from World Player of the Year Lionel Messi and David Villa was enough to claim victory for the Catalan giants. hahahahahahaha sorry cant win everything Man U, outplayed and beaten by the best! how does it feel? Sizzle, losing, BYE!!!

Peter Odemwingie reckons regaining his smile by escaping Russia's racist fans has inspired his sensational debut Premier League season. The 29-year-old striker has smashed 15 goals since joining West Brom last August from Russian club Lokomotiv Moscow for a bargain £2.5million. The Nigerian international, who has become a cult hero at Albion and has scored in the Baggies' last FIVE successive matches, invited MirrorFootball into his city centre apartment in Birmingham ahead of today's visit by Everton. Odemwingie can see The Hawthorns from his high-rise luxury penthouse and is loving life in England. In contrast, he was subjected to abuse in Russia, where fans cruelly mocked his departure with a huge ironic banner saying: 'Thanks West Brom'. But Odemwingie has had no hassle here and says his contentment has fuelled his superb form after being named April's Premier League player of the month. "I feel happy and good in this country and am playing ...

The former Manchester City forward Kelvin Etuhu was jailed for eight months for assault yesterday. The 22-year-old, who was recently released by City, broke the jaw of a 24-year-old man during a fight last February. He had previously admitted assault occasioning actual bodily harm and affray. Etuhu kicked Owen Fitzpatrick three times after punching him to the ground, and was caught on CCTV doing so. The fight occurred on 28 February last year, outside Manchester's 235 Casino. Etuhu and his friend Rico Richards, 27, were involved in a dispute inside the casino with Fitzpatrick and two other men, which continued on the street outside. The sentencing took place yesterday at Warrington Crown Court. Judge Hale told Etuhu that he had "blown" his opportunity of a lucrative football career. "You brought yourself up by your bootstraps, you and your family, having come here from Nigeria with nothing but your talent, grit and determination," he said. ...