Former WWE Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff noted on his Twitter page (twitter.com/ebischoff) that Ted Turner (image) — WWE Chairman Vince McMahon's arch nemesis — declined WWE's offer to take part in their upcoming "Rise and Fall of WCW" DVD. Bischoff also notes speaking to former TBS President Bill Shaw, who helped him rise to power in WCW in the early 1990s. Bischoff says Shaw declined to participate in WWE's project as well.

In an interview with The Daily Mirror in Great Britain, Batista commented on several topics, including nothing that he was set to make his return at WrestleMania 25 until his appearance was bumped three days before the show.

"I actually went up to see Vince about a month before the show because I felt my leg was healing up so fast. I told him (Vince McMahon) 'I think I could be ready for WrestleMania' and he said that they'd definitely be able to use me. I actually found out the Thursday before WrestleMania that I wasn't going to be in it," Batista said. "I think it was something very similar to what happened that Monday night (where I saved Triple H and the McMahons from The Legacy), but they felt it would work better on Raw than it would at WrestleMania."

Batista also made note of the long-term future of his career, saying he has one year left on his current deal and he'll decide what to do when the time comes near.

"It's something that I've been thinking about a lot. I really just have mixed feelings about it right now," Batista said. "I have just about another year left on my contract which I want to fulfill and when I start getting close to the end of that contract that's when I'll make a final decision."

He also commented on possibly working heel in the future, his recent return to the ring, his injuries and more. You can read the full interview at http://blogs.mirror.co.uk/.

Former NBA star Dennis Rodman was hanging out in Miami, Florida this past week with TNA's Jeremy Borash. Apparently Rodman was asking about coming in to work for TNA like Danny Bonaduce did. Rodman was the winner of Hulk Hogan's Celebrity Championship Wrestling and worked for WCW in the past as a member of the nWo with his friend Hogan. His first wrestling match was at the July 1997 WCW Bash at the Beach where he teamed with Hogan in a loss to Lex Luger and The Giant (now known as Big Show in WWE).

WWE Superstar Batista was seen at last Saturday night's Manny "Pac-Man" Pacquiao vs. Ricky Hatton boxing match at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada. Batista was part of the group that accompanied Pacquiao, the Filipino boxer, to the ring. But, none of the announcers mentioned him.

Previously, Batista told in UK Sun that he loves Hatton but Pacquiao is in a league of his own. Batista also added that he is thrilled to be there to support Pacquiao before his bout. Four your information, Batista also have Filipino blood from his father. His paternal grandparents were also from the Philippines.

In that fight, Pacquiao started it strong, knocking down the British Hatton twice in the first round. At the bell, Hatton seemed to have re-grouped, only to get knocked down for the third time 2:59 into the second round, awarding Pacquiao the win by knock out. Even though it was short, what a fight that was. There was a house full of people jumping and yelling.

NEW YORK – As SmackDown rolled into The World's Most Famous Arena, new WWE draftees joined Friday nights, a Straightedge Superstar had his destiny stolen from him, and four elite Superstars collided to determine who would face new World Heavyweight Champion Edge at Judgment Day.

CM Punk def. World Heavyweight Champion Edge (Non-title)
Chris Jericho emerged on SmackDown for the first time since being drafted to Friday nights, only to be interrupted by new World Heavyweight Champion Edge and eventually CM Punk. Jericho ended up walking out, citing disrespect from both his fellow Superstars and the capacity crowd at Madison Square Garden. When The Rated-R Superstar said that he could beat The Straightedge Superstar as a "warm-up match," Punk decided to accommodate him. He proclaimed that if he defeated Edge later that night, he would cash in his Money in the Bank championship opportunity and pin The Rated-R Superstar a second time for the gold.

Later that night, after capturing victory with the GTS, Punk attempted to cash in his Money in the Bank briefcase. But, before the bell could sound, Umaga came out of nowhere, laying waste to the would-be champion. Jeff Hardy then exploded upon the ring, hitting the Twist of Fate and Swanton Bomb on Edge.

Jeff Hardy def. Rey Mysterio, Chris Jericho and Kane (No. 1 Contender Fatal Four Way Elimination Match)
In a whirlwind Fatal Four Way Elimination Match, Jeff Hardy leveled Kane with the Swanton Bomb, only to have Chris Jericho pull him away and pick up the pinfall on The Big Red Machine himself. Rey Mysterio immediately executed the 619 on the first Undisputed WWE Champion. But when he went to finish off his prey, Jericho hurled a nearby chair at the masked Superstar in mid-air, getting himself disqualified. Hardy and Mysterio then engaged in a fast-paced, intense tour-de-force of combat. Just as it looked like the Intercontinental Champion might overcome The Charismatic Enigma, Hardy suddenly reversed the pin, grabbing the huge victory. As a result, Jeff Hardy will once again take on The Ultimate Opportunist for the title at Judgment Day.

United States Champion Montel Vontavious Porter def. Dolph Ziggler (United States Championship Match)
With The View's excited co-host Sherri Shepherd in MVP's corner, The Ballin' Superstar defeated his No. 1 contender Dolph Ziggler with the Playmaker. On the heels of his exciting title defense, MVP will be a guest on The View this coming Tuesday.

John Morrison def. Shelton Benjamin
In an explosive match of skill and toughness, John Morrison reigned supreme over The Gold Standard with the help of the stunning Moonlight Drive. Later, The Shaman of Sexy got into a fierce brawl with Chris Jericho outside the dressing room area.

Eve wins Cryme Tyme's Brooklyn Break-Down Diva Dance Off
JTG & Shad celebrated their move to SmackDown and their homecoming to New York City by hosting a Brooklyn Break-Down Diva Dance Off between Layla and Eve. When Eve got the loudest reaction from the crowd and with it the victory, Layla responded by attacking her dance opponent.

Source: WWE.com