Alberto Del Rio On Why He Became A Face, Randy Orton, NFL Player Compares Goldberg To Ryback
- On a recent episode of the 4th & Pain podcast, Washington Redskins defensive end Adam Carriker and former wrestling announcer Chuck Carroll debated about whether Ryback could have matched Goldberg's success in WCW during the Monday Night Wars era. Carriker said that the younger wrestler isn't as explosive as Goldberg, which would hurt him. Carroll noted that the Goldberg character is more true to real life than Ryback. You can check it out in the video above, and you can catch 4th & Pain on Sunday mornings on 106.7 The Fan in Washington, DC.
- WWE Magazine has a short interview with former World Heavyweight Champion Alberto Del Rio at this link. During the interview, Del Rio was asked about why he became a babyface. Del Rio said that the fans were responsible, stating, "They wanted to see me as a good guy, so I want to do whatever they want because, at the end of the day, we're here for them."
- The following press release was sent out regarding WWE Studios upcoming film, 12 Rounds: Reloaded, which stars Randy Orton and is set to hit shelves on June 4th:
WWE® SUPERSTAR RANDY ORTON® FACES A DEADLY CHALLENGE IN THE EXPLOSIVE THRILLER 12 ROUNDS 2: RELOADED
Arriving Just in Time for Father's Day, The Action-Packed Sequel Comes to Digital HD? May 21 and Blu-ray and DVD June 4
A twisted genius and a good man are going head-to-head in the ultimate game of cat and mouse! Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment and WWE Studios unveil a brand new chapter in its thrilling action franchise with 12 ROUNDS 2: RELOADED. The second installment, starring WWE Superstar Randy Orton, debuts on Digital HD on May 21 and on Blu-ray and DVD on June 4 – just in time for Father's Day.
As paramedic Nick Malloy, Orton jumps into overdrive in this pulse-pounding, thrill ride filled with gripping suspense! Malloy receives a terrifying call from a vengeful psychopath connected to his past, and the maniac (Brian Markinson) threatens to unleash a murder spree unless Nick can complete a series of 12 challenges without involving the cops or missing a single deadline. With no time to spare – and his own wife's life on the line – Nick must piece together cryptic clues and hunt down the killer before it's too late!
12 ROUNDS 2: RELOADED Blu-ray/ DVD/Ultraviolet/Digital Copy Combo Pack Special Features
* Randy Orton Reloaded
* The Action of 12 Rounds 2: Reloaded
* Locations: From Heller's Lair to the Sugar Factory
* Audio Commentary