WWE has yet another pay-per-view Sunday, one called Over the Limit.
These name changes are ridiculous, as I like the historical significance of various events.
In fact, if I wasn't writing this and was just a casual fan, I probably wouldn't even be able to name the PPV without looking it up.
Here are my predictions:
John Cena vs. Batista in an I Quit match for the WWE title: Batista is on his way out. Whether that's for good or not remains to be seen. But Cena will make him say, I quit." PICK: Cena.
Jack Swagger vs. Big Show for the World title: It just doesn't seem like the right time to make Big Show a world champion. I'm not saying it won't happen again, I just don't see him beating Swagger for the belt. PICK: Swagger.
Edge vs. Randy Orton: This one really could go either way. I see Orton as needing the win more than Edge. PICK: Orton.
Rey Mysterio vs. C.M. Punk with Mysterio joining SES vs. Punk's hair: Yes, Punk could lose his hair. And that would make for some entertaining heel heat from fans. The flip side could have Mysterio joining the Straight Edge Society, which would also make for some entertaining segments. I think the first step is to have Mysterio join SES. Then have Punk lose his hair. You can't do this the other way around. PICK: Punk.
Hart Dynasty vs. Miz & Chris Jericho for the tag titles: Miz and Jericho don't need the belts. The Hart Dynasty have been together for awhile as opposed to the latest Jericho/Miz team. The fans, and the tag-team division, need faces as champs. PICK: Hart Dynasty.
Drew McIntyre vs. Kofi Kingston for the IC title: Months ago, I would have cared more about this much. With McIntyre's big push to a strange demotion angle, this match doesn't have the "it" factor for me as much. I see the push resuming. PICK: McIntyre.
Eve Torres vs. Maryse for the Divas title: WWE seems to like Eve. I don't think the timing is right for her to drop the strap. Keep it on the face, and keep the fans happy. PICK: Eve.
Ted DiBiase Jr. vs. R-Truth: DiBiase's character has big momentum right now. As much as I like the R-Truth character, he shouldn't be the one to slow down that momentum. PICK: DiBiase Jr.
LATEST HEADLINES AND MY REACTS
LATEST HEADLINES AND MY REACTS
WWE
The Ultimate Warrior-Ted DiBiase rants. REACT: I'm not a big fan of these personal bashings. Who is to say DiBiase isn't a changed man? So, shame on the Warrior for bashing his "past sins." And calling him "Satan's Pig?" Now, that's personal. As for the DiBiase character, I think he was successful due to his portrayal of the character more than the angles/feuds he was involved in. I thought it was OK for DiBiase to defend himself. You can find that response here in Mike Aldren's story: thesun.co.uk/wrestling
Michael Benoit urges voters not to send Linda McMahon to the U.S. Senate in November. REACT: I don't blame him, as he has his reasons. However, I think Linda McMahon is a shoe-in for the Senate seat.
Carlito released, due to his "first violation of the WWE Wellness Program." REACT: What a sad, sad ending to such a talented character. Carlito was never properly used, but I think a ton of that had to do with his work ethic. Nevertheless, he was one of my favorite characters from the last 5-10 years.
Abraham Washington top candiate for Raw's next general manager. REACT: I like this move. It's something different. Like past GMs, I don't see it lasting that long either.
Quinton "Rampage" Jackson to guest host a future Raw. REACT: Surprising, as this will be promoting a UFC event.
Pat Sajak in line to guest host a future Raw. REACT: Won't be as great as Bob Barker, but he'll be good. Will he bring Vanna White with him?
TNA Wrestling
Vince Russo trying to get Jim Ross to come in. REACT: I can't see that happening.
Scott Hall arrested last week on charges of disorderly intoxication and resisting arrest. REACT: I can't say I am surprised. His mug shot, which you can find online, was pathetic-looking.
Show reviews
I haven't yet watched TNA or Smackdown, but here are my comments on the rest.
WWE NXT: Darren Young was the correct choice to go bye-bye. It was silly, though, to have him lose in one of the matches and eliminate any suspense.
WWE Superstars: The Vladimir Kozlov-Santino Marella pre-match segment went on entirely too long. And then to follow it up with a squash? Cody Rhodes' character is growing on me. The move off Raw did him good. Goldust beating William Regal shocked me.
