Night of Champions Predictions

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!

Summerslam predictions

Hey everybody, here are my predictions for Summerslam. 

Pre-show Santino Marella (c) vs. Antonio Cesaro for the WWE United States Championship

Santino by pinfall

Triple H vs. Brock Lesnar (with Paul Heyman)

Triple H by pinfall. I just don't see Brock winning, mainly because of his limited appearance contract - If he were to win surely he'd have to be around over the next few weeks

CM Punk (c) vs. Big Show vs. John Cena for the WWE Championship 

CM punk pins Big Show. I'd love it to be John, but I think that will happen at Night of Champions

Kane vs. Daniel Bryan

I don't even get this match. Kane by pinfall to send Bryan more insane

Dolph Ziggler vs. Chris Jericho 

Y2J Y2J Y2J! Jericho is going to make Ziggy tap to the walls

I absolutely love the work that Chris and Dolph are doing with this feud. 

I know Chris is touring with Fozzy but I think he has some Monday's free so think he'll be sticking around a little longer (Hopefully until the UK tour!)

The Miz (c) vs. Rey Mysterio for the WWE Intercontinental Championship

Miz to retain by pinfall. Totally a throw away match.

R-Truth and Kofi Kingston (c) vs. The Primetime Players (Titus O'Neil and Darren Young) for the WWE Tag Team Championship

I think the PTP have to win, by pinfall. My main reasoning is after AW's dismissal because he couldn't do as he was told the PTP have to keep the momentum they've already built. It'll be interesting to see if AW is mentioned at all.

Sheamus (c) vs. Alberto Del Rio for the World Heavyweight Championship 

Ugh, get this feud over already! Sheamus to retain by pinfall. I have disliked how this match has been built up, the off then on again situation is a bit daft. I just feel the Del Rio is lacking in charisma, I'd like to see his mic skills improve because that might change my opinion of him.

So there we have it. I've got a few part written blogs that I'm hoping to get up over the next few weeks so stick around for that. I'll also have my review of Summerslam.

Money in the Bank predictions

Hey guys welcome to my predictions for Money in the Bank. Aside from Wrestlemania this happens to be my favourite pay per view.


YOUTUBE PRE-SHOW Kofi Kingston and R-Truth vs. Hunico and Camacho

Kingston and Truth via pinfall

2 points to consider here - WHY is this NOT the Tag team champions vs the number 1 contenders?? (Unless I've missed something??) and why is this the preshow? It's almost a god damn guarantee that there'll be some form of Ryback squash on the main show. I understand that they want to draw people in to watch the youtube show but I feel that this is a wasted spot.

Big Show vs. Kane vs. Chris Jericho vs. John Cena Money in the Bank Ladder Match for a WWE Championship Contract

Although I will be wearing my Raw is Jericho Tshirt my pick for WWE championship MITB is John Cena.

I am so torn for this match. I want Jericho to win and I want Cena to win. I see Cena as the most obvious choice. I don't understand why there are only four participants, although I wouldn't be surprised if we see either The Miz or Rey Mysterio return.

CM Punk (c) vs. Daniel Bryan Singles match for the WWE Championship with AJ as special guest referee

Since this is not a No DQ match I expect this to end in a no contest, since AJ won't allow either man to win

Is it wrong that my continued interest in this feud is more to do with AJ than it is Punk and Bryan? I feel Punk has lost his edge, I don't know whether this is because of working with Bryan but I miss the pipebombs. I see this going to an explosive conclusion at Summerslam, maybe an Ironman match.

Damien Sandow vs. Tyson Kidd vs. Christian vs. Santino Marella vs. Tensai vs. Cody Rhodes vs. Dolph Ziggler vs. Sin Cara Money in the Bank Ladder Match for a World Heavyweight Championship Contract

I LOVE the variety of participants in this match. My pick is Dolph Ziggler

I was initially surprised at the participants here. While I am encouraged by the use of new talents I am hugely annoyed that both the US Champion and the Intercontinental Champion are involved in this match. We are deprived of two matches here. I literally only see Ziggler winning since he has been in a programme with Sheamus. I would love Sandow or Kidd to be in the running but I doubt it.

Sheamus (c) vs. Alberto Del Rio


Sheamus to retain via pinfall

Not much to say here. This match should have taken place at last month ppv. Alberto has been attacking Sheamus at every viable opportunity which makes me think Sheamus has to have the upper hand. My thoughts on Alberto are well documented.

Agree? Disagree? Let me know in the comments section below

Is the format of the WWE Championship match at Money in the Bank a good idea?

Since there is no longer any brand extension the question a lot of people were pondering was how would Money in the Bank work this year? It has been revealed that there are two matches as in previous years, but instead of being branded Raw and Smackdown one is for the WWE Championship and one is for the World Heavyweight Championship.

It was announced by interim GM for last week Vickie Guerrero (this week its Teddy Long) that the WWE championship Money in the Bank match would be made up of former WWE champions only. We already know 4 of the participants - Kane, Chris Jericho, Big Show and John Cena. 

The question is, who else?? Why have a ladder match between 4 participants when MitB is usually at least 6 participants.

The only previous champions still on the roster are : The Miz, Randy Orton, Rey Mysterio, Sheamus, Alberto Del Rio and Triple H. I think we can count Hunter out completely due to his commitments with Brock. Alberto and Sheamus are tied up with each other and unless there is a swerve in their match neither of those are in. Randy's suspension isn't over until end of July, The Miz is still filming so unless they rush him back it is unlikely that he'll be in.

Which bring us to Rey Mysterio. His suspension is over, and it seems only a matter of time before they bring him back. Perfect gateway to get him on tv, although with the current entrants I'm not wholly sure that he would fit in nor am I sure that I particularly want him back.

So the question that brought me to write this is, is the restriction a good idea? I like it, it is a new twist on what could have been a particularly difficult MitB year. My main worry is that if it stays at four participants, no matter how good they are the match will just fall flat. The highlight of MitB is the MAD bumps and mega spots. With four it's just doesn't seem quite right. Maybe it'll all work out and I'll be proven wrong, I want to be! I'm excited to see what Cena can do and since Jericho is the creator he'll be just fine. I'm not worried about Kane either since he's succeeded before. Big Show worries me slightly but maybe he's the one to watch.

So what do you think? How is this all going to pan out? Will it be a triumph or a flat out failure?