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Kemo
06-20-2016, 09:17 PM
WWE’s Cruiserweight Classics tournament kicks off later this week, with the first of 4 tapings scheduled for this Thursday (6/23) at Full Sail University in Orlando. Here are some notes regarding the tournament, courtesy of PWInsider:

– Most if not all of the 32 CWC participants are in Orlando to undergo physicals and blood tests.

– The 205 pound weight limit is legitimate and will be enforced. Last week, former ROH star Cedric Alexander revealed that he had to drop over 20 pounds to qualify.

– WWE has brought in several extra cruiserweight performers in the event that some of the previously announced performers are unable to compete.

– As of this writing, the first round brackets are not yet finalized.

– Overall, expect to see a very sport-like presentation to the show, so more “NXT wrestling” than “WWE sports entertainment.”

The Cruiserweight Classic premieres on the WWE Network on Wednesday, July 13th at 9pm EST.