First and foremost I'd like to take a moment to send love and get well wished to Jerry 'The King' Lawler. Jerry was taken ill at the commentary desk on Monday and it was later announced that he had suffered a heart attack. Thankfully the doctor and emergency staff at the arena were quick to act. Latest news is that Jerry is recovering well and may be allowed home from hospital in the next few days. Take all the time you need King, the WWE Universe will be waiting when you're well enough to return.
On to the predictions for Night of Champions
Youtube Preshow: Superstar Battle Royal Winner will become the #1 Contender for the United States Championship
No participants have been announced for this. My pick is Zack Ryder although it wouldn't be far off betting on Brodus Clay either.
Sheamus (c) vs. Alberto Del Rio for the World Heavyweight Championship
Originally there's only one way I saw this going - Sheamus by submission since the Brogue Kick was outright banned. Then Booker T announcing that if it was used Sheamus would be stripped of the title. I really would like this feud to finish cleanly here, but I have a feeling that Del Rio could get a win because Sheamus used the Brogue. If this happens I definitely see Dolph Ziggler cashing in, leading to a triple threat match (possibly a 4 way with Orton) at Hell in A Cell next month.
CM Punk (c) vs. John Cena for the WWE Championship.
By the time Cena and Punk had their segment Monday night I was already emotional. Then Cena spoke and I was almost in tears. I have no shame in saying that I am emotionally invested in these men and women. I hope to see Cena win by pinfall to get this feud a fresh angle to continue the remainder of the year but don't be surprised by some form of Paul Heyman appearance.
Layla (c) vs. Kaitlyn for the Divas Championship
I wish the Diva's division had some meaning. I urge Vince and Hunter to seriously look at the situation and give the Diva's a kick up the arse and get it moving again. For the reason that I don't think enough people are aware of who Kaitlyn is, Layla will pick up a clean pinfall win.
Randy Orton vs Dolph Ziggler
Randy Orton by pinfall for me, this could be a show stealer. I've earned a lot of respect for Dolph recently and even if he doesn't cash in tonight a period of work with Orton can only strengthen his character.
Antonio Cesaro (c) vs. Pre-show Battle Royal winner for the United States Championship
Cesaro has only had the belt a month. He has to retain, cleanly, by pinfall to make the belt relevant again. Here's an idea - make Cesaro change the belt to the old European Championship. He can brag for a few months how much better the Europeans are and then bring Jack Swagger, The All American American, back to face him. Jack wins and brings back the US title.
R-Truth and Kofi Kingston (c) vs Kane and Daniel Bryan for the WWE Tag Team Championship
Team friendship, Anger management, whatever you want to call them, there is no doubt that the conflicting Kane and Bryan are the most entertaining tag team at the moment. I see Kane & Bryan winning by pinfall, but don't expect them to be happy about it!
The Miz (c) vs. Rey Mysterio vs. Cody Rhodes vs. Sin Cara Fatal-4-Way for the Intercontinental Championship
Miz gets the pinfall on Cody to set up a decent feud that brings both men back to their recent best.
So there we have it. Agree? Disagree? Let me know in the comments below!
