WWE News & Notes 2014: Alberto Del Rio Signs With ROH, CM Punk, NXT News & More

Kevin Owens, former Ring of Honor (ROH) champion, made his debut at "NXT Takeover: R Evolution" making his presence felt at the expense of new NXT Champion Sami Zayn, El Patron Alberto signs with ROH after winning the AAA World Championship and CM Punk continues his post-pro wrestling career as comic book writer having signed on to work DC Comics Vertigo label.

WWE News & Notes 2014: "The Icon" Sting Debuts at Survivor Series, But Will He Fight at Wrestlemania 31?

Also, Randy Orton and Wade Barrett set to return to action soon, Sheamus undergoes surgery, "NXT Takeover: R Evolution" card begins to flesh out, TNA Wrestling has a new television contract and Jeff Jarrett's Global Force Wrestling (GWF) looking to work with Ring of Honor (ROH).

WWE News & Notes 2014: Roman Reigns Returning to Action in December, El Patron Alberto to Work in Two US Companies

Also, former WWE World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan updates his surgery situation, WWE Divas Champion AJ Lee may be leaving the company, The Great Khali is done with the WWE and El Patron Alberto makes a surprise appearance at "House of Hardcore VII."

WWE News & Notes 2014: The Rock to Star in New Film, Update on Brock Lesnar-Roman Reigns Wrestlemania 31 Match

Also, El Patron Alberto, previously known as Alberto Del Rio, comes to an agreement with WWE, Rey Mysterio looking to get into acting and Jim Ross teams up with Jeff Jarrett's Global Force Wrestling (GWF) to do commentary for New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) "WrestleKingdom 9" pay-per-view.

WWE News & Notes 2014: Daniel Bryan Confirms More Surgery Needed, CM Punk's New Deal, More

In an interview with "Sports Illustrated Now," Daniel Bryan discusses his upcoming surgery that will keep him out of action a while longer. Also, CM Punk comes to term with the WWE on a merchandise deal and El Patron Alberto confirms he will be joining "Lucha Underground" and updates on Batista and John Cena's movie plans.

As Wednesday Debut Looms, "Lucha Underground" Looking to Change the Wrestling Game [Exclusive]

"Lucha Underground," which premieres Wednesday night on the El Rey Network, promises to bring the high-flying athleticism and a flare for theatrics of the Mexican lucha libre style. "Lucha Underground" is produced by Emmy Award-winner Mark Burnett's One Three Media in conjunction with FactoryMade Ventures for El Rey Network and Lucha Libre AAA -- the popular Mexican wrestling organization who is looking to bring their fast-paced brand of wrestling to American audiences.

WWE News & Notes 2014: Is Team 3D Heading to the WWE?

Also, the "Hell in a Cell" pay-per-view begins to take shape with the co-main events set for the card, Triple H announces when the next live NXT "Takeover" will take place and El Patron Alberto (Alberto Del Rio) set to compete at The Great Muta's 30th anniversary show in Japan.

WWE News & Notes 2014: Rey Mysterio Angers WWE After Meeting With Lucha Underground & El Rey Network Officials

Also, news involving Rusev after he disposes of the Big Show, Randy Orton possibly going "face" and battling Seth Rollins, and potential spoilers regarding the next NXT live event to air on the WWE Network.

WWE News & Notes 2014: Will Brock Lesnar Defend his Championship at Hell in a Cell?

Also, potential "Hell in a Cell" plans for John Cena, Dean Ambrose, Randy Orton and Seth Rollins; Batista gets a new Hollywood role alongside Robert De Niro; Hideo Itami (KENTA) and Finn Balor (Fergal Devitt) make their NXT debuts as former Ring of Honor champion Kevin Steen waits his turn; and El Patron Alberto (Alberto Del Rio) plans to compete in AAA's "Lucha Underground" program airing on El Rey Network.
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