Wednesday, 3 February 2016

Top 5 Opponents For Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania

With the Royal Rumble down in the record books and WrestleMania 32 fast approaching, I'd like to take a look at 'The Beast Incarnate' Brock Lesnar, and who would be an ideal match up for both fans and himself on the Grandest Stage Of Them All - WrestleMania 32.

I was lucky enough to have attended WrestleMania 30 in New Orleans and see the most eery, spectacular and shocking match in WWE history, Brock Lesnar defeated The Undertaker to end his 21 match winning streak, one that will never be replicated within the company again, with an F5 as he was crowned 'The Conqueror' in front of a white hot New Orleans crowd. The silence was deafening, never before have I witnessed such an atmosphere like it, in wrestling or in real life. So I'd like to take the chance to see who we have on the current roster, and who would bring out the best in The Beast, Brock Lesnar, for a match at WrestleMania.

1. Roman Reigns

Many people may think that because this match has already happened again it would be essentially the same match, thus boring, I argue the complete opposite. In this present day we have a new, fresh Roman Reigns character who we know from their previous bout, that he is more than capable of holding his own, The match was well worked, both competitors worked a good, stiff match and the hole thing was totally believable. Who better to antagonise this Beast, than a cocky Roman Reigns. Title or not, it would be a huge match (with possibly no interruption this time around) and could bring that "big fight" feel to Dallas.

Roman Reigns hits a Superman Punch on Brock Lesnar
2. Kevin Owens

This option to me would be an absolutely fantastic wrestling match, with sports entertainment thrown in. Both guys are big enough to go at it as heavyweights, and in a day where the longest reign on a title seems to be more common, who could throw in some doubt for the result of the match than Kevin Owens? Brock Lesnar has shown in the past that he likes to hit hard, and often. Kevin Owens has proven from his debut match, that he is a "prize fighter". What's bigger bragging rights than being able to say you've not only faced the biggest guy on the roster, but also BEAT him on the grandest stage of them all? Add the WWE World Heavyweight Championship into the mix and I truly believe you're onto a winner.

Kevin Owens is held back by WWE officials
Kevin Owens is held back by WWE officials
3. Bray Wyatt

This option probably isn't a choice you'd immediately think of, but I honestly believe these two could have a legendary match. Paul Heyman has the ability, talent and microphone skills to already build it up to be huge, but Bray Wyatt also has the same microphone skills to build up a feud - remember WrestleMania 31? The Undertaker wasn't seen on the Raw's beforehand leaving Wyatt to build any momentum and excitement for their match by himself. Bray has had a bit of a tough run as of late, but with his family behind him, he's due a good turn and hopefully a good string of wins to build up his dark character even more. He's not a small guy, and with a range of moves to bring down Kane, Undertaker and Big Show - Why wouldn't he be able to tame The Beast?

Can Bray Wyatt overcome the odds at WrestleMania 32?
Can Bray Wyatt overcome the odds at WrestleMania 32?
4. Seth Rollins

This match could definitely happen, there is enough history between them and we've seen the two of them (including John Cena from last years Rumble) have great in-ring chemistry and given Rollins robbed Lesnar in San Jose, California at last years 'Mania it's the perfect build for revenge and redemption from the angry Beast. Given that Rollins is out at the moment, and if the rumours are true and he manages to heal quickly then the perfect return match would be for Lesnar to decimate Rollins - the ultimate payback.

Can the self proclaimed 'Future Of The WWE' come out on top for a second time?
Can the self proclaimed 'Future Of The WWE' come out on top for a second time?
5. Finn Balor

This one is definitely a wild card, a way to debut a new star in the making and what a debut this would be. Finn Balor has recently been tearing it up in NXT, fighting the likes of Apollo Crews, Baron Corbin and Samoa Joe. Now I'm sure you'll agree that none of these are small guys, which further proves my point that Balor would be a perfect choice and can hold his own against the bigger leagues. Further to prove my point, Balor (formally known as Prince Devitt) has battled his way through the independent circuit, and perfected his craft in Japan battling the best of the best of all sizes. If you haven't any idea who I am talking about - please check out Finn Balor on the WWE Network and YouTube for one of the most interesting and exciting entrances that the WWE has to offer, bar The Undertaker, in the present day. All of these points added up make WrestleMania 32 the perfect platform for the future of the WWE to step up.

Can Finn Balor take the title in a Demon vs Beast match?
Can Finn Balor take the title in a Demon vs Beast match?
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Sunday, 25 October 2015

GFW Wrestling Crowns Its Champions


Global Champion: Nick Aldis (the former Magnus)
Women's Champion: Christina Von Eerie
Tag Team Champions: The Bollywood Boyz
Nex*Gen Champion: PJ Black (the former Justin Gabriel)

Below is photos of the brand new Heavyweight Champion belt which looks pretty impressive!



WWE NXT Aftershock Festival Results

This weekend saw the NXT Superstars wrestle 2 shows at Aftershock Festival in Sacramento, California. Finn Balor, Alexa Bliss, Emma and Samoa Joe were at the Meet & Greet. A second signing session of the day listed on the website was cancelled.
DAY 1 – 24/10/15
Enzo and Cass w/Carmella defeated Jordan and Gable.
Bull Dempsey defeated Elias.
Bayley defeated Alexa Bliss.
Samoa Joe defeated Baron Corbin. Corey Taylor from Slipknot/Stone Sour was sitting front row during the match and Corbin got in his face. Taylor slapped him. He also got a “Corey Taylor/Corey Sucks!” chant from the crowd.
Apollo Crews defeated Tye Dillinger.
Emma defeated Carmella..
NXT Tag Team Champions Dash & Dawson defeated The Vaudevillians.
NXT Champion Finn Balor defeated Tyler Breeze.

Read more at http://www.twm.news/news-articles/wwe-nxt-aftershock-festival-results/#11tpgrr0hZzJZkju.99

Friday, 26 June 2015

News Nuggets

Hey! Thanks for checking out my blog. It's been a while so I thought I'd just do a quick update, with a view to adding more content soon!

NEWS:
1. Jeff Jarrett appears at TNA Impact, confirms TNA talent can work GFW!

Now, this was bound to happen soon enough, TNA looked like the end was looming but this might just hold it steady (for now)

2. Dolph Ziggler signs new contract

He's teased, taunted and joked about leaving for months but the Show Off has finally signed with WWE again. Let's hope that he gets a better storyline than this soap opera with Lana.

3. Sheamus wins Money In The Bank.

I'll be honest, I really didn't see this as the result, I had my money on a Neville/Reigns ending as I couldn't pick a winner. Not sure if it's gonna work out as must see TV. But it had to be #BestForBusiness.

4. The return of BROCK LESNAR!

YES YES AND YES! The Beast Incarnate made his return to Monday Night Raw and what a return it was. We saw an amazing (as per usual) promo from Paul Heyman, we've also seen an apology from Lesnar to Michael Cole, and it had been confirmed that Brock will get his shit at Seth Rollins for the title at WWE Battleground! Phew!

I think we're set for an awesome few weeks, and Battleground is shaping to be a good card. Hopefully leading us nicely into Summerslam 2016!!

As always, join me over on my Twitter @iHux or at the day job at @WrestlingMANIAx! And not forgetting. That Wrestling Podcast available on iTunes, Podbean and all other usual podcast apps. That's it for now, see you down the road!

Huxy

Monday, 6 April 2015

Return Of The European Championship



I’d like to take the time this week to talk about the European Championship. A bit about its history and if we would benefit from seeing it resurrected back into today’s WWE. Would you like to see it back and if so, how would you bring it back? Who would you give it to as the saviour?

Thursday, 2 April 2015

WrestleMania 31 Review

Where to do I begin!? What a show. The "Show Of Shows" definitely lived up to it's nickname.

Given the amount of reviews, blogs, vlogs, podcasts, tweets and dirtsheets coverage I;ll stay fairly light with this one and just give you my fav bits.

Friday, 13 February 2015

Quick Update

Hi guys,

Sorry I've been so quiet, there is so much good wrestling around at the moment be it live, on tv, locally and online I'm struggling to keep up! I've also started working on That Wrestling Podcast and am really enjoying it at the moment - links to come!

Updates to come over the next few days, and where better to start than NXT Takeover Rival!? What a show!

In the meantime, and in between time, find me over at Twitter @iHux and The Wrestling Mania @WrestlingMANIAx!

Thanks!