Thursday, December 22, 2011
Monday, July 11, 2011
Punk's Last Stand: Preview & Picks
Excitement returns to pro wrestling this Sunday night. As the PG-era dimmed the fire of violence, passion, and originality, WWE's Money in the Bank has provided a light at the end of the tunnel. Not since Hulkamania, the Monday Night Wars, and ECW's One Night Stand have wrestling fans buzzed about a Pay-Per-View. I haven't ordered a WWE PPV aside from WrestleMania since No Mercy 2008. Ladies and gentlemen, the draught is over thanks to one messiah...C.M. Punk.
Kelly Kelly vs. Brie Bella for the WWE Divas Championship
If only Karma could pop out her kid and prevent any more of these easy on the eyes divas from forcing eyesore matches on the fans. Kelly Kelly has been with the WWE since 2006. Aside from strip teasing without the strip and valeting Mike Knox, I can't tell you one thing that she has done in her five year career. Brie Bella is a twin. These two are supposedly "wrestling" for a belt with a butterfly on it. $40 for this? Just wait til Wednesday for a $5.99 ten wings special at Hooters to stimulate your Rocky Johnson.
Winner: Kelly Kelly...and those ten or so dudes that Orton claimed schoolboyed her.
Big Show vs. Mark Henry
Lately, July is also known as Mark Henry Appreciation Month. Everyone from X-Pac to David Lagana has been praising the former Sexual Chocolate for his current success as the traditional trash talking, monster heel. Although he has been saddled with heat killing gimmicks such as Cloudy's partner and Mae Young's hand daddy, Henry has a reputation for pulling his weight when the spotlight is on. His minifeud with Goldberg, injury on Batista, and run as ECW champion have all entertained as well as raked in the ratings. While this behemoth brawl could be bowling shoe ugly, I expect some impressive feats of strength sprinkled throughout a quick match.
Winner: Somebody's Gonna Get Their Ass Kicked!
Smackdown Money in the Bank: Sheamus vs. Kane vs. Sin Cara vs. Daniel Bryan vs. Wade Barrett vs. Cody Rhodes vs. Justin Gabriel vs. Heath Slater
Originally a once a year novelty occuring at WrestleMania, now the multi-man ladder match has its own PPV showcase. I have read that the MITB winner needs to lose soon because the concept of everyone cashing in to always win the championship is becoming outrageous. I don't necessarily agree with that logic because that 100% success rate adds to the prestige of the Money in the Bank. Since those who cash in always win the championship, you better Charlie Hustle up that ladder! Although eight Superstars are listed for the match, only five men actually have a shot in winning. Sure, Jack Swagger may have shocked the world by winning last year after weeks of losses and minimal TV time, but Kane has no chance in hell of reigning supreme once again. Gabriel will be relying on his guardian angel for a miracle and Slater's "one man rock band" should find another gig. The only reason I'm not counting out Daniel Bryan is because he has a full year to gain enough momentum to warrant a title shot. Plus, Vince would finally have the winner lose to spite the internet if it was Bryan.
That narrows our potential winners down to four. During his feud with Mysterio, Rhodes tore up Friday nights with killer promos, grueling performances, and plenty of conviction. While his momentum has faded, the formerly Dashing One could still recruit some assistance from Ted DiBiase to steal the victory. By dropping the Intercontinental Championship to Ezekiel Jackson, Wade Barrett makes room on his platter for the magical briefcase. Despite the Internet Wrestling Community claiming that a clean loss to number one contender Christian seals the fate of Sin Cara, the neon lit luchador was chosen by Triple H; therefore, Cara's career is still on the rise. If you don't believe me, check out our last potential candidate: Sheamus. Triple H's training buddy had the skyrocket strapped to his pale back before the imaginary King of the Ring curse extinguished his flame. As the attacks on Christian and Orton continue to build, the Celtic Warrior seems a shoe in to win his pot of gold.
However, as much as I am a fan of the Irish fella, I will go out on a limb for a fellow European to snatch the case and challenge Orton once Christian, Sheamus, and Henry have been thwarted.
Winner: Barrett
Raw Money in the Bank: Alberto Del Rio vs. R-Truth vs. Jack Swagger vs. The Miz vs. Alex Riley vs. Kofi Kingston vs. Rey Mysterio vs. Evan Bourne
Certainly a more promising lineup than the Smackdown brand's, RAW's MITB lineup features high flyers and fresh blood. Remember the saying "Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me?" Well, call me a fool because yet again I say that Swagger is the upset of the year. So is Air Bourne. He is only in the match to perform a shooting star off of the ladder onto six or seven guys. Although a perpetual fan favorite and reliable veteran, Rey-Rey receives the Kane treatment and should stick to climbing pinatas rather than ladders.
The remaining competitors all have a shot to win the Money in the Bank. I am a bit confused about Alberto due to his victory in the number one contendership match on last week's RAW. Does that give him two title shots if he wins this match? Or does that practically eliminate him from the potential candidates? As the last heel to walk out of the WrestleMania main event as the champion since Triple H in 2000, you can never count out The Miz. He cashed in before and as Edge proved, lightning can strike twice. While unproven in the main event mix, Miz' former protege Alex Riley could pull out the underdog victory. A-Ri could be the Virgil story that actually has a happy ending. Constantly shuffling among the mid-card scene, Kofi Kingston sniffed a main event run in 2009 with his Madison Square Garden Boom Drop on Orton. With a year of nonstop support, Kingston could take over the main event picture like a "controlled frenzy." (By the way, I loathe that oxymoron. If a frenzy was controlled, it wouldn't be a frenzy. I can only assume that since Kofi is a kid friendly WWE SUPERSTAR, he goes crazy but in a professional, appropiate, PG way. JAMAICAN ME CRAZY!)
Last but certainly not least, the flavor of June, R-Truth has the greatest chance of winning the glorious briefcase due to his unpredictable shenanigans. Not since Bradshaw transformed into JBL has a barely mid carder soared to the top of the ranks in the WWE. From getting rowdy with Road Dogg eleven years ago as K-Kwick to threatening the Little Jimmies and injuring John Morrison, R-Truth has captivated the wrestling world and isn't finished yet. By parading around arenas with the briefcase for a year, R-Truth could continue to keep the fans on their toes regarding his next move.
Winner: R-Truth
Randy Orton vs. Christian for the World Heavyweight Championship
If CM Punk's promo turned on the wrestling world, Christian's two day title reign turned the wrestling world upside down. Fans, wrestlers, and even WWE employees chastised the company for booking Orton to truncate Christian's well earned and much deserved reign. A couple of months have passed and now Christian has revolted against his peeps. Although Christian sharing his big moment with Edge was as satisfying as Eddie and Benoit's WrestleMania 20 celebration, Captain Charisma relishes in his heel role. As the weeks passed and Christian's rage grew, Randy Orton morphed from wrong place, wrong time to resourceful avenger. With Sheamus interrupting the flow between Orton and Christian these past weeks, it appears that Christian is being faded out of the title picture. Especially with the stipulation that Christian will win the championship if Orton is disqualified or if there is another poor referee decision such as Christian's foot under the bottom rope incident from Capital Punishment. Regardless of the finish, we are guaranteed a PPV quality match from these two main event stallions.
Winner: The Viper...Legend Killer...Gym Bag Shitter...Randy Kennedy Orton
John Cena vs. C.M. Punk for the WWE Championship
The reason I'm plopping down $40 to stay in on a rare summer night off. If I had to, I would call out of work to watch this match. Although Punk has announced that he is leaving July 17th, speculation remains whether he signed a new contract with the WWE. After capturing not only the wrestling world but the media in the palm of his hand with an epic tirade on WWE politics, Vince would be pissing away the next boom period by allowing Punk to ride off in the sunset. I haven't been this excited for a Cena match since his show stealer against RVD at One Night Stand 06; probably due to the same reasons that this match with Punk has me excited.
John Cena has become worse than Hulk Hogan. Only in a wrestling sense of course, I would never compare Cena's personal demeanor to that of such scum as Hogan. Cena doesn't get enough credit for all the charitable work and company promotion that he performs on a daily basis. He eats, sleeps, and breathes the WWE; however, the WWE eats, sleeps, and breathes Cena. That's not good. Cena has been shoved down our throats for far too long. His merchandise floods each stand, his name headlines every championship match, and his win-loss record has only one column. Despite having a talented, fully stocked roster with unlimited potential, the WWE believes that they NEED Cena as evidenced by his lack of absence during his FIRED angle. When Cena is slated to wrestle an underappreciated darling of the hardcore fans, genuine interest swarms the wrestling community. It doesn't matter whether Cena is wrestling another hero such as RVD or a largely despised villain such as Punk. Fans embrace hard work and originality so they rally behind Cena's opponent. I'm dusting off my rally towel to wipe off the sweat during the summer of Punk.
Winner: C.M. Punk
Kelly Kelly vs. Brie Bella for the WWE Divas Championship
If only Karma could pop out her kid and prevent any more of these easy on the eyes divas from forcing eyesore matches on the fans. Kelly Kelly has been with the WWE since 2006. Aside from strip teasing without the strip and valeting Mike Knox, I can't tell you one thing that she has done in her five year career. Brie Bella is a twin. These two are supposedly "wrestling" for a belt with a butterfly on it. $40 for this? Just wait til Wednesday for a $5.99 ten wings special at Hooters to stimulate your Rocky Johnson.
Winner: Kelly Kelly...and those ten or so dudes that Orton claimed schoolboyed her.
Big Show vs. Mark Henry
Lately, July is also known as Mark Henry Appreciation Month. Everyone from X-Pac to David Lagana has been praising the former Sexual Chocolate for his current success as the traditional trash talking, monster heel. Although he has been saddled with heat killing gimmicks such as Cloudy's partner and Mae Young's hand daddy, Henry has a reputation for pulling his weight when the spotlight is on. His minifeud with Goldberg, injury on Batista, and run as ECW champion have all entertained as well as raked in the ratings. While this behemoth brawl could be bowling shoe ugly, I expect some impressive feats of strength sprinkled throughout a quick match.
Winner: Somebody's Gonna Get Their Ass Kicked!
Smackdown Money in the Bank: Sheamus vs. Kane vs. Sin Cara vs. Daniel Bryan vs. Wade Barrett vs. Cody Rhodes vs. Justin Gabriel vs. Heath Slater
Originally a once a year novelty occuring at WrestleMania, now the multi-man ladder match has its own PPV showcase. I have read that the MITB winner needs to lose soon because the concept of everyone cashing in to always win the championship is becoming outrageous. I don't necessarily agree with that logic because that 100% success rate adds to the prestige of the Money in the Bank. Since those who cash in always win the championship, you better Charlie Hustle up that ladder! Although eight Superstars are listed for the match, only five men actually have a shot in winning. Sure, Jack Swagger may have shocked the world by winning last year after weeks of losses and minimal TV time, but Kane has no chance in hell of reigning supreme once again. Gabriel will be relying on his guardian angel for a miracle and Slater's "one man rock band" should find another gig. The only reason I'm not counting out Daniel Bryan is because he has a full year to gain enough momentum to warrant a title shot. Plus, Vince would finally have the winner lose to spite the internet if it was Bryan.
That narrows our potential winners down to four. During his feud with Mysterio, Rhodes tore up Friday nights with killer promos, grueling performances, and plenty of conviction. While his momentum has faded, the formerly Dashing One could still recruit some assistance from Ted DiBiase to steal the victory. By dropping the Intercontinental Championship to Ezekiel Jackson, Wade Barrett makes room on his platter for the magical briefcase. Despite the Internet Wrestling Community claiming that a clean loss to number one contender Christian seals the fate of Sin Cara, the neon lit luchador was chosen by Triple H; therefore, Cara's career is still on the rise. If you don't believe me, check out our last potential candidate: Sheamus. Triple H's training buddy had the skyrocket strapped to his pale back before the imaginary King of the Ring curse extinguished his flame. As the attacks on Christian and Orton continue to build, the Celtic Warrior seems a shoe in to win his pot of gold.
However, as much as I am a fan of the Irish fella, I will go out on a limb for a fellow European to snatch the case and challenge Orton once Christian, Sheamus, and Henry have been thwarted.
Winner: Barrett
Raw Money in the Bank: Alberto Del Rio vs. R-Truth vs. Jack Swagger vs. The Miz vs. Alex Riley vs. Kofi Kingston vs. Rey Mysterio vs. Evan Bourne
Certainly a more promising lineup than the Smackdown brand's, RAW's MITB lineup features high flyers and fresh blood. Remember the saying "Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me?" Well, call me a fool because yet again I say that Swagger is the upset of the year. So is Air Bourne. He is only in the match to perform a shooting star off of the ladder onto six or seven guys. Although a perpetual fan favorite and reliable veteran, Rey-Rey receives the Kane treatment and should stick to climbing pinatas rather than ladders.
The remaining competitors all have a shot to win the Money in the Bank. I am a bit confused about Alberto due to his victory in the number one contendership match on last week's RAW. Does that give him two title shots if he wins this match? Or does that practically eliminate him from the potential candidates? As the last heel to walk out of the WrestleMania main event as the champion since Triple H in 2000, you can never count out The Miz. He cashed in before and as Edge proved, lightning can strike twice. While unproven in the main event mix, Miz' former protege Alex Riley could pull out the underdog victory. A-Ri could be the Virgil story that actually has a happy ending. Constantly shuffling among the mid-card scene, Kofi Kingston sniffed a main event run in 2009 with his Madison Square Garden Boom Drop on Orton. With a year of nonstop support, Kingston could take over the main event picture like a "controlled frenzy." (By the way, I loathe that oxymoron. If a frenzy was controlled, it wouldn't be a frenzy. I can only assume that since Kofi is a kid friendly WWE SUPERSTAR, he goes crazy but in a professional, appropiate, PG way. JAMAICAN ME CRAZY!)
Last but certainly not least, the flavor of June, R-Truth has the greatest chance of winning the glorious briefcase due to his unpredictable shenanigans. Not since Bradshaw transformed into JBL has a barely mid carder soared to the top of the ranks in the WWE. From getting rowdy with Road Dogg eleven years ago as K-Kwick to threatening the Little Jimmies and injuring John Morrison, R-Truth has captivated the wrestling world and isn't finished yet. By parading around arenas with the briefcase for a year, R-Truth could continue to keep the fans on their toes regarding his next move.
Winner: R-Truth
Randy Orton vs. Christian for the World Heavyweight Championship
If CM Punk's promo turned on the wrestling world, Christian's two day title reign turned the wrestling world upside down. Fans, wrestlers, and even WWE employees chastised the company for booking Orton to truncate Christian's well earned and much deserved reign. A couple of months have passed and now Christian has revolted against his peeps. Although Christian sharing his big moment with Edge was as satisfying as Eddie and Benoit's WrestleMania 20 celebration, Captain Charisma relishes in his heel role. As the weeks passed and Christian's rage grew, Randy Orton morphed from wrong place, wrong time to resourceful avenger. With Sheamus interrupting the flow between Orton and Christian these past weeks, it appears that Christian is being faded out of the title picture. Especially with the stipulation that Christian will win the championship if Orton is disqualified or if there is another poor referee decision such as Christian's foot under the bottom rope incident from Capital Punishment. Regardless of the finish, we are guaranteed a PPV quality match from these two main event stallions.
Winner: The Viper...Legend Killer...Gym Bag Shitter...Randy Kennedy Orton
John Cena vs. C.M. Punk for the WWE Championship
The reason I'm plopping down $40 to stay in on a rare summer night off. If I had to, I would call out of work to watch this match. Although Punk has announced that he is leaving July 17th, speculation remains whether he signed a new contract with the WWE. After capturing not only the wrestling world but the media in the palm of his hand with an epic tirade on WWE politics, Vince would be pissing away the next boom period by allowing Punk to ride off in the sunset. I haven't been this excited for a Cena match since his show stealer against RVD at One Night Stand 06; probably due to the same reasons that this match with Punk has me excited.
John Cena has become worse than Hulk Hogan. Only in a wrestling sense of course, I would never compare Cena's personal demeanor to that of such scum as Hogan. Cena doesn't get enough credit for all the charitable work and company promotion that he performs on a daily basis. He eats, sleeps, and breathes the WWE; however, the WWE eats, sleeps, and breathes Cena. That's not good. Cena has been shoved down our throats for far too long. His merchandise floods each stand, his name headlines every championship match, and his win-loss record has only one column. Despite having a talented, fully stocked roster with unlimited potential, the WWE believes that they NEED Cena as evidenced by his lack of absence during his FIRED angle. When Cena is slated to wrestle an underappreciated darling of the hardcore fans, genuine interest swarms the wrestling community. It doesn't matter whether Cena is wrestling another hero such as RVD or a largely despised villain such as Punk. Fans embrace hard work and originality so they rally behind Cena's opponent. I'm dusting off my rally towel to wipe off the sweat during the summer of Punk.
Winner: C.M. Punk
Friday, May 20, 2011
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Wrestlemania XXVII Preview: The Miz vs. John Cena
You can view Johny C's Wrestlemania XXVII Preview , in its entirety, by clicking on the hyperlink. You can also do the same with my Part1 of my Wrestlemania XXVII Preview by clicking on the hyperlink as well. I wanted to try something new with this particular PPV Preview which is each of the matches that are a bit more significant or the ones that we look forward to with greater anticipation are getting their own posts.
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The Miz (Champion) vs. John Cena
Singles Match for the WWE Championship
A week or so ago if you had asked me to predict who would win this match, I would have easily gone with John Cena. I thought that Wrestlemania would end with The Rock and John Cena having a handshake once Rock helped Cena retain the championship. However, after last week’s show ended with John Cena giving the Rock an AA, I don’t think we will be seeing The Rock and John Cena shaking hands anytime soon. Consequently, I believe that The Miz will retain the title at Wrestlemania 27. Of course, the question becomes what happens with John Cena once The Rock leaves. Along with John, I have also come to believe that we will finally see John Cena become a heel again. He will cite the fact that the fans cheered The Rock when The Great One cost Cena the title. But that’s in the future because Sunday will be the Miz’s night, and it will be……… awesome.
Prediction - The Miz retains the WWE Championship
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Wrestlemania XXVII Preview: Edge (Christian?) vs. Alberto Del Rio
You can view Johny C's Wrestlemania XXVII Preview , in its entirety, by clicking on the hyperlink. You can also do the same with my Part1 of my Wrestlemania XXVII Preview by clicking on the hyperlink as well. I wanted to try something new with this particular PPV Preview which is each of the matches that are a bit more significant or the ones that we look forward to with greater anticipation are getting their own posts.
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Edge (Champion) vs. Alberto Del Rio
Singles Match (?) For the World Heavyweight Championship
The build up to this match up has been one of the most puzzling lead ups to a match that I have personally witnessed and it’s because of the duality of the buildup. On the one hand, Del Rio and Edge have had an extremely formulaic lead up seeing as how the usual clichés of wrestling (contract signings and the implementation of the no touch rule) have been used to promote the feud. On the other hand, there is an extreme wildcard in the form of Captain Charisma aka Christian. Ever since, Christian returned at No Way Out, he has been the proverbial wrench in this feud. Hell, from a booking stand point, he has been booked to look stronger than both and Del Rio and he is not even a part (technically speaking) of the match. You look at the fact that Christian has beat Alberto Del Rio in a Steel Cage match, and a singles match. Moreover, Christian has actually escaped (he grabbed the ropes) from Del Rio’s Arm Bar, a feat no one else has achieved. With all these factors, there is no doubt that the Pontiff of the Peepulation will be involved within this match. Now, the only question that remains is just what Christian’s involvement will be like within this matchup. Is he going to be in Edge’s corner or will he make this a triple threat match. For anyone who has followed the blog, you already know that I have very strong feelings for the lack of push for Christian over the years. Not only is Christian one of the most talented in ring performers on the roster, but he is also quite talented on the mic. The fact that he hasn’t won a WWE or World Heavyweight Championship is another fact that knaws at me. Obviously, if there is a chance that Christian gets to be involved in a Wrestlemania main event, I want it to happen. Furthermore, from a surprise standpoint, it would be absolutely marvelous to have Christian as a third participant within this match. At an event that has such deep roots within the Attitude Era, having Edge and Christian (the most successful tag team of the Attitude Era) be involved in the main event would just be a special moment. Here is hoping that the WWE, and more importantly Vince McMahon (rumored to be one of Christian’s biggest detractors) recognizes just how big this will be. Of course, it would be remiss of me not to talk about the official challenger in this match: Alberto Del Rio. “My name is Alberto Del Rio, and it is my destiny to win the Royal Rumble.” With those words Alberto Del Rio made his presence known to the WWE Universe whether one be a Raw or Smackdown fan. After his astonishing win at the largest Royal Rumble ever, Del Rio let the fans know that he was here to stay. And that is what marked Alberto Del Rio as different than everyone else (I’m looking at you Drew McIntyre) who has claimed that it was their destiny to become champion. As for predicting this match, as much as I, along with millions of peeps, would want Christian to be involved in a Wrestlemania main event, I think Christian will just be in Edge’s corner just to cost The Rated R Superstar the match. The only thing that keeps me from being bitterly resentful about it is the fact that Christian will finally get to be a heel, a role he is far more entertaining in.
Prediction – Alberto Del Rio wins his First World Heavyweight Championship
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Wrestlemania XXVII Preview: Undertaker vs. Triple H
You can view Johny C's Wrestlemania XXVII Preview , in its entirety, by clicking on the hyperlink. You can also do the same with my Part1 of my Wrestlemania XXVII Preview by clicking on the hyperlink as well. I wanted to try something new with this particular PPV Preview which is each of the matches that are a bit more significant or the ones that we look forward to with greater anticipation are getting their own posts.
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Undertaker vs. Triple H
A No Holds Barred Singles Match
First, I would just like to acknowledge the WWE’s attempts to give their match at WM17 the Benoit treatment (erasing the match’s existence from the WWE’s history). Second, I would like to ruin the aforementioned attempts, which is why I have embedded the video of the match below. I understand why the WWE is hell bent on not acknowledging the match’s existence since it’s tough to build Triple H as “the largest threat to the streak” if the majority of the audience already knows that HHH lost to Taker at Wrestlemania. Also, I would like to take a moment to recognize the absolute burial that Hunter has given most of the roster during the build up to this match. It was bad enough that he buried Sheamus as soon as he came back, but by lambasting the entire roster during his promos, Hunter once again showed that he is the master of burying wrestlers. On the other hand, Taker cut several promos as well which built the hype for this match up yet he has buried absolutely no one. It just goes to show why Undertaker has been the leader of the WWE locker room for the past 20 years while HHH is despised by a ridiculous number of wrestlers in the industry. Oh and it also puts the debate of, just who buries people more between Taker and Hunter, to rest. Alright, on to the actual match, I don’t think it should go on as the last match of the even because I doubt it will top either one of the Taker vs. Michaels match ups at previous Mania in terms of quality. Let’s face it, both Taker and Michaels are coming off injuries, each individual is their 40’s, and neither one of them is Shawn Michaels. The people expecting some sort of instant classic from these two are in for a major disappointment even with the No Holds Barred stipulation. Moving on to a prediction, I think it’s very unlikely that Triple H ends the streak. The sheer outrage would be too much for the WWE to handle. Moreover, I think the WWE is building up to Undertaker vs. Cena at Wrestlemania 28. It’s one of the last dream matches that WWE Universe has left, and it would make Vince a tremendous amount of money. With Cena showing more heelish tendencies, I think the WWE is poising Cena to stop Taker from going 20-0.
Prediction – Undertaker goes 19-0
Wrestlemania 17 Undertaker vs HHH by catalanforever
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