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Final Four Preview

March 28, 2012 By 2 Comments

It is finally here, we’re down to the Final Four and I am excited that on my ESPN bracket I actually have 3 out of the 4 teams,I had Missouri instead of Louisville, so I feel pretty good about this. You can check out how I’ve done with my original bracket http://www.daddyshangout.com/all-sports-talk/2012-ncaa-tournament-prediction and my Sweet 16 preview http://www.daddyshangout.com/all-sports-talk/ncaa-sweet-16-preview. Let’s get started and see who I have winning the Semi-Finals games and the Championship game.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The first game we have is the Battle of the State of Kentucky, between the Kentucky Wildcats and the Louisville Cardinals. They met earlier this season in Rupp Arena where Kentucky won 69-62 where projected lottery pick, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist lead the Wildcats with 24 points and 19 rebounds, while Russ Smith lead the Cardinals with 30 points. This will be a great game and this is one of college basketballs best rivalries, they’ve met 43 times in over 100 years. I believe after a hard fought game, I’m sticking with my pick from the start and that is Kentucky, but that depends on the health of Andre Davis, who injured his knee against Baylor in the Elite 8 but he still played the entire game. Winner: Kentucky

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This is another rematch from games played earlier in the year and this game was played in Kansas, in which the Jayhawks won 78-67 but the Buckeyes were without there star Jared Sullinger. Once again this is played on a neutral court and I am looking forward to the battle between Thomas Robinson and Jared Sullinger down low. It will be a battle of Sullinger with the power and Robinson with his quickness. In this rematch I see the same result as the first game but much closer. I have to go with Kansas seeing I pick them to play in the title game. Winner: Kansas

 

Title Game

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This is the title game and I actually had this as the championship game from the start. I believe this Kentucky is a team full of future NBA players and think they are as talented as any college team I’ve seen. But at the end of the day I believe the veteran leadership of Tyshawn Taylor and Thomas Robinson will lead them to the championship, with Robinson being the tournament MVP. Winner and National Champions: Kansas Jayhawks

 

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NCAA Sweet 16 Preview

March 22, 2012 By Leave a Comment

The Road to the Final Four continues starting tonight as the field has been narrowed down from 68 to 16. If you seen my previous post about the NCAA Tournament, where I’m talking about ripping up my bracket http://www.daddyshangout.com/all-sports-talk/tossing-my-tournament-brack, you” see why they call it March Madness. But I’m going to try and pick who I believe will be the four teams that will advance to the Final Four.

 

The bracket is hard to see it but just click on it and you’ll see it full size. So let’s get started with the picks as I’ll go to each region to predict who I think we’ll reach the Final Four. Beware, hopefully you seen my picks up to now and think mine will be accurate.

South Region

Sweet 16

#1 Kentucky vs. #4 Indiana- This is a rematch between these two teams who played earlier this year,that was played in Indiana in which, the Hoosiers hit a 3 pointer at the buzzer to win 73-72, which was the only regular season loss for the Wildcats. This time I think Kentucky will be out for revenge and I think they’re on a mission and I believe they will blow Indiana out. Winner: Kentucky

#3 Baylor vs #10 Xavier- I for one didn’t have this matchup in the Sweet 16, I actually had Duke but we know what happened to them in the 1st round. I had Baylor advancing over Duke in this round and even though they’re not playing Duke, I have them advancing still. I just think there frontline is too athletic for Xavier. Winner: Baylor

Elite 8

#1 Kentucky vs #3 Baylor- This is the matchup I had on my original bracket so I’m going to stick with it. I believe this will be a great game and a close one at that. These two teams mirror each other but at the end I believe Kentucky will edge out Baylor to advance to the Final Four, but it wouldn’t surprise me if we seen an upset. Winner: Kentucky

West Region

Sweet 16

#1 Michigan St. vs #4 Louisville- I actually had this matchup for the round. This is going to be a great game featuring two great coaches in Tom Izzo and Rick Pitino. There really isn’t much to say about this one but just sit back and enjoy. I believe Draymon Green will be the difference and the reason they’ll advance to the next round. Winner: Michigan St.

#3 Marquette vs. #7 Florida- Well this definitely wasn’t the matchup I had in mind, not taking away from these two teams but I had Murray St. and Missouri playing in this round. I expect this to be a close game throughout and I see Marquette edging out the Gators in the end. Winner: Marquette

Elite 8

#1 Michigan St. vs #3 Marquette- Marquette is looking to make a run like they did in 2003, when they were lead by Dwayne Wade. Once again, though I see Green leading the Spartans to another win and advance to the Final Four to play Kentucky. Winner: Michigan St.

East Region

Sweet 16

#1 Syracuse vs. #4 Wisconsin- Will this be the game Syracuse show they miss Fab Melo? I think this will be a defensive struggle, seeing this pitting 2 of the best defenses in the country. I see it being a game in the 60s and can go either way but I see the Orange will prevail. Winner: Syracuse

#2 Ohio St. vs #6 Cincinnati- Cincinnati is a team on the mission and they’re another team that ruined my bracket because I had Florida St. in this round. Ohio St. is a team almost no one is mentioning and is crazy that a #2 seed can fly under the radar but I think they win this game. Winner: Ohio St.

Elite 8

#1 Syracuse vs. #2 Ohio St.- Now before the Fab Melo issue happened I actually had them winning it all. Now I see this being the game they fall. I see Sullinger being a big factor in this game and William Buford having a nice game and hitting some key shots to overcome Syracuse’s defense. Winner: Ohio St.

Midwest Region

Sweet 16

#1 North Carolina vs. #13 Ohio- I had Michigan in the place of Ohio in this round. But now we have the issue with Kendall Marshall with the fractured wrist. Whether he play or not I believe won’t effect them in this game. I believe the Tar Heels have too much fire power for Ohio to overcome. Winner: North Carolina

#2 Kansas vs. #11 N.C. State- Now first off I didn’t have the Wolfpack in this round, I had Georgetown beating them. But seeing how they’ve played there last few games, I believe they’re a team on a mission almost 30 years from the last time they made an improbable run to the title under Jim Valvano, R.I.P. I had Kansas winning it all after I changed from Syracuse. But after seeing N.C. State I’m convinced there run continues. Winner: N.C. State

Elite 8

#1 North Carolina vs. #11 N.C. State- This is a rematch of the controversial semifinal game from the ACC Tournament. I believe this will depend on if Marshall play or not. But I think he’ll play and the Tar Heels will win it and advance to the Final Four and play Ohio St. Winner: North Carolina

So here are my Final Four picks and we’ll see how it plays out and I’ll do my picks to see who will win the championship.But my picks to make the Final Four are below.

Kentucky vs. Baylor

North Carolina vs. Michigan St.

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2012 TNA Victory Road Review

March 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Okay after a month hiatus I am back doing reviews of wrestling PPVs. I was occupied last month because I wanted to put all my focus on doing Black History posts. But without further ado, let’s do this.

The PPV started with Bully Ray holding the show “hostage” to get the crowd riled up. I believe he is the best heel in TNA right now. James Storm music hit and he comes out to cut a promo.

Bully Ray works over Storm all over the ring, then he goes to get the beer on the steps and drinks some and then turn around to the Last Call for the win. Winner: James Storm

Match Rating: Basic Squash, Storm recently had ankle surgery, so I’m thinking it is still bothering him.

Before I start, I have to say that Aries is that dude, I’m a huge fan of his and not so much for Ion. Alot of back and forth action between the two. Sick spot were Aries pushed Ion off the top rope onto the floor on his back, then followed it by a suicide dive. Alot of offense early from Aries, really good match which is what has come expected in the X division matches. When Ion does those moonsaults to the floor now it scares me every since that tragedy that happened to Jesse Sorenson. Aries went onto to win it with the brainbuster that lead to the reverse neck breaker. Winner: Austin Aries

Match Rating: 3.5/5- Really nice match between the two as expected.

The match itself was more about the friction between Crimson and Matt Morgan more than the tag titles. I’m assuming that Crimson is beginning a heel turn. The finish saw Crimson basically walk out on Morgan and then Joe and Magnus hit there finisher on him for the win. Winners: Samoa Joe and Magnus

Match Rating: 2.5/5- not a great match and it was more advancing the issues with Morgan and Crimson.

Next Up: Robbie E “Open Invitation” for the TV Title

Was answered by Devon, let me say that title means absolutely nothing. That entire segment was stupid until Devon came out which the crowd loved. Match was nothing special but Devon hit his finisher for the win. Winner and New TV Champion: Devon

Match Rating: 1.5/5

Something just isn’t right, this is our 2nd championship match pitting 2 heels against each other. The fans really didn’t know who to cheer for and the match wasn’t that great itself. Kim hit her finisher Eat Da Feet for the win. Winner: Gail Kim

Match Rating: 2/5

Alot of back and forth action like you would expect when Styles, Kaz or Daniels are involved. Styles and Anderson had the early offensive advantage but the tides turned and they worked on Styles for a while. The finish saw Styles hit the Styles Clash on Kaz for the win. Winners: Styles and Anderson

Match Rating: 3/5

Easily the best match of the night. I don’t see how Hardy can still take all the punishment he does. Him crashing against the steel rail was crazy. Angle worked on him from that point on. Did I say how great Angle is? Alot of nearfalls near the end of the match which kept you on the edge of your seat. The finish came when Angle hit the Angle Slam after getting his knees up after Hardy went for the Swanton Bomb. But Hardy kicked out but was beat when he was rolled up after trying to pin Angle but Angle used the ropes. Winner: Kurt Angle

Match Rating: 4/5

Good main event, thought both men worked hard. The crowd was hot for this match also. Lots of action from the inside to the outside of the ring. Sick how Sting went for the Scorpion Death Drop and his head crashed into the chair was scary. Roode pinned him afterwards. Winner: Bobby Roode

Match Rating: 3/5- Post match was stupid seeing how Roode went after Dixie and she’s the boss and no one came out to help her.

Overall Rating: 3/5- Angle/Hardy was a great match, and a couple of other good matches made the PPV average at best.

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Tossing My Tournament Bracket

March 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment

 

 

 

Ok, we’ve now have narrowed the field from 68 teams to 16 now. I must admit I was pretty confident with all my picks going into the tournament. Then came Thursday and everything was going pretty good, I even picked VCU in the upset but lost the Long Beach upset, okay I’m still good. Well it took a turn for the worse when I picked Gonzaga to get upset by West Virginia, I’m thinking Big East school and I like Huggins as a coach. Then I lost the UNLV game as they were upset by Colorado. Then the final blow was when the defending champion UConn lost to Iowa St. Man I was glad this day was over.

Now day 2 of the tournament, it’s Friday I’m thinking I will rebound nicely but I was in for a rude awakening. The jaw dropper was seeing the #2 seed Missouri go down to #15 seed Norfolk St. I had them going to the Final Four so I’m crushed and shocked, another team who I had going pretty far was the Michigan Wolverines who was a 4th seed. They went down to the 13th seed Ohio but we still wasn’t finished for the night yet. The Duke Blue Devils came in as #2 seed and was one of the favorites to win it all was upset by #15 seed Lehigh. Now that sucked for my bracket but I hate Duke with a passion so I felt pretty good.

So my bracket is screwed and I actually ripped the one I have at home which was a little different for the other two I’ve done online. But Saturday came and went without alot of issues seeing alot of my teams were eliminated already. On Sunday the only issue I had was Florida St. winning but what can I say my bracket was already done with anyways. So tune in Thursday morning as I try to predict who I think is going to advance from the Sweet 16 to the Final 4.

 

 

 

 

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Where Should Peyton Manning Go?

March 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment

 

Let’s get straight to it, I mean if you follow sports and football in general you know about Manning being released by the Colts a little over a week ago. You also know the history of Manning the last year and a half, he missed the entire season last year after having 4 neck procedures in the past 19 months. Well there was a video that showed him throwing like the old Manning and now the question is where will he go to next? Well if you watch ESPN or any other sports station that has followed this saga it seems like they’ve narrowed down his likely destinations. I’m going to name my top 4 teams which will be the best place for him to go in no particular order. Now I’m not a Colts fan or anything like that, I am a proud Philadelphia Eagles fan but I think at the same time that Manning is the best QB ever, yeah I said it. But let’s do it.

 

 

Tennessee Titans- First off, Manning played his college ball in Tennessee so he will definitely sell tickets for them, let’s be honest wherever he goes season tickets sales will rise quickly. On the defensive side of the ball they were really good, ranking 8th in the league in total defense but they may not rank that high next year seeing they lost Finnegan to the Rams. He would inherit the 22nd ranked offense in the league but with them adding Guard Steve Hutchinson via free agency, then add a in shape Chris Johnson and Kenny Britt returning from a knee injury this is an intriguing team. Oh yeah he would play his old team twice also. Very good chance of them landing him next year.

Arizona Cardinals- I know they signed Kevin Kolb last year to a 6 year contract but I don’t think it worked out the way they wanted it too, also if you have a chance to have a Manning to Fitzgerald duo, who wouldn’t go for that. Sure they had the 17th ranked defense in the league but those numbers would be better with Manning at the helm seeing he has alot of long drives which keeps the defense off the field.

San Francisco 49ers- To me this is the perfect scenario for him. With Alex Smith last year they had the 10th ranked offense. Also he wouldn’t have to try and win games by himself because they boasted the 2nd ranked defense, which could take a hit if they don’t re-sign Carlos Rogers. But they signed future Hall-of-Famer Randy Moss to play along side of Michael Crabtree and Vernon Davis, who played liked a beast at Tight End, especially in the playoffs, also he would have a good running back in Frank Gore also. Last year they finished 13-3.

Atlanta Falcons- Okay, you’re probably thinking hold up! The Falcons, but they have Matt Ryan aka Matt Ice. You’re right, they do. He’s entering his 5th year as the teams signal caller and I believe he’ll have one more year on his six year rookie deal. Look I’m just not sold on him leading the Falcons to where the want to go. So I’d trade him to a team like the Dolphins who need a QB and they could build around him for some draft picks, which they need seeing they gave alot away to get Julio Jones. Use those picks to either draft offensive linemen or a pass rusher and cornerback. But there is no reason there offense shouldn’t be more explosive with Roddy White, Julio Jones, Tony Gonzalez, Harry Douglas, Michael Turner and Jason Snelling. They have good receivers and a good running game, also they play in a dome.

 

So give me feedback and maybe tell me some other teams he could be a great asset and take them to that next level.

 

 

 

 

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2012 NCAA Tournament Prediction **Updated**

March 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Ok everyone I know you’re excited, I know I am besides football season this is the most exciting time for me as a sports fan. It’s March Madness baby!!!!!!!!!!!! This year college basketball once again lived up to the hype. Whether it was Kentucky or Syracuse going through the regular season with only 1 defeat or the conference tournaments which saw upsets of Kentucky, Syracuse, Kansas and North Carolina. The tournament officially start today with play-in games but for me it starts Thursday. What I’m going to do is go region by region and picking my winners starting in the 2nd round all the way to the Championship game. So I’m putting myself out there to see how many I get right and how my predictions pan out against what really happens. Also please I’d like to see some predictions also from the readers. Ok let’s do it.

 

Update: Well I had Syracuse winning the title but since Fab Melo has been suspended for the tournament I am going to redo my bracket because with Melo being out will hurt the Orange so I have another winner.

South Region

#1 Kentucky over #9 UConn- in the past this could be a good Final Four or Championship Game but this year Kentucky is too strong.

#12 VCU over #4 Indiana- I believe VCU have enough talent and depth to make a Sweet 16 run.

#3 Baylor over #6 UNLV- Baylor has a big frontline and depth which I think can move them to the Sweet 16.

#2 Duke over #10 Xavier- I think this will be a great game and Duke will win in a close one.

Sweet 16

#1 Kentucky over #12 VCU- The Cinderella run of VCU ends in a close game until the last 3 or 4 minutes with the Cats pulling away.

#3 Baylor over #2 Duke- Good game but think the athletic frontline will be the difference in the game.

Elite 8

#1 Kentucky over #3 Baylor to advance to the Final Four t play the winner of the West Region.

West Region

#1 Michigan St. over #8 Memphis- Green will prove to be too much on the inside.

#4 Louisville over #12 Long Beach State- Very close game which could go either way.

#6 Murray St. over #3 Marquette- I believe the Murray St. is better than some may think.

#2 Missouri over #7 Florida- I believe this game will be won by the Tigers in the last minute. Lookout next year, this is a SEC match-up.

Sweet 16

#4 Louisville upsets #1 Michigan St.- call me crazy cause some think the Spartans have a chance to win it all.

#2 Missouri over #6 Murray St.- Good game with Missouri pulling away late.

Elite 8

#2 Missouri beats #4 Louisville to advance to play Kentucky in the Final Four.

East Region

#1 Syracuse over #8 Kansas St.- Orange is on a mission

#5 Vanderbilt over #4 Wisconsin- Close game that could go either way.

#3 Florida St. over #6 Cincinnati- Is there a hotter team than the Seminoles going into the tourney.

#2 Ohio St. over #10 West Virginia- Too much Sullinger down low.

Sweet 16

#5 Vanderbilt over #1 Syracuse- With the Commodores inside and outside game I think will prove too much for the Orange

#3 Florida St over #2 Ohio St.- The Seminoles will get hot from behind the arc.

Elite 8

#3 Florida St over #5 Vanderbilt- Having beaten Duke and Carolina twice this season the Seminoles van play with anyone.

Midwest Region

#1 North Carolina over #8 Creighton- Going to be closer than some think.

#4 Michigan over #5 Temple- Good game but not like the game with the Fab Five against Temple with Eddie Jones and Aaron McKie

#3 Georgetown over #11 N.C. State- The Hoyas defense will prove to be the difference.

#2 Kansas over #10 Purdue- The Jayhawks have something to prove after losing in the conference tourney.

Sweet 16

#4 Michigan upsets #1 North Carolina- Yes, I’m predicting an upset and I’m a Tar Heels fan.

#2 Kansas over #3 Georgetown- Great game but Robinson will show why he’s a National Player of the Year candidate.

Elite 8

#2 Kansas over #4 Michigan to advance to the Final Four to play Syracuse.

Final Four

#1 Kentucky over #2 Missouri in the first National Semifinals game.

#2 Kansas over #3 Florida St. in the second National Semifinals game.

Championship Game

I expect a great game and possibly we may have overtime also

Kansas beats Kentucky lead by Robinson who will be the MVP.

Ok everyone there you have it my picks for the NCAA Tournament, now let’s see what everyone else think.

 

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WWE Royal Rumble 2012 Review

January 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Ok it’s here amongst us again and one of my favorite PPVs, the Royal Rumble. I always love it because the Rumble match itself because there is alot of anticipation, usually some returns and sprinkle in some surprise entrants, usually some past wrestlers. Also this is the start of the road to WrestleMania. I’m going to do something different I’m not going to basically type out the entire PPV, just going to give the matches and discuss what I like or didn’t like about them, kinda like how I do the weekly shows.

First off I think the right man won the match, I think Bryan has really grown as a character and I like how they’ve built up this storyline with Show and Henry to build his character. I just want him to move on to someone else to show off his skills. Also Henry came into the match injured so it took alot out of the match also. Not the greatest match in the world to open a PPV but what other match was going to open the PPV. Nice spot at the end with the Big Show holding onto Daniel Bryan hanging on top of the cage but eventually Bryan got loose and fell to the floor for the victory.

Match Rating: 2.5/5

Beth Phoenix, Natayla and Bella Twins vs. Tamara, Kelly Kelly, Eve Torres and Alicia Fox

First off I hate impromptu matches on a PPV. Not much can be said about this match. I mean creative don’t give us a reason to care about them. I think they’re were banking everything on Kharma.

I really like the build to this feud, it’s too bad that this is just a filler feud before Cena moves on to the Rock. Will Cena turn heel is the question everyone wants to know? The match itself was a nice brawl between the 2 and they worked really hard. They brawled everywhere throughout the arena, then to add fuel to the fire after beating Cena down Kane attacked Zack Ryder in the back and brought him out to the ring while he was in a wheelchair to delivered a Tombstone Piledriver. Cena ran back in the ring to brawl with Kane but received a chokeslam from Kane, Ryder was stretchered off.

Match Rating: 3/5

Brodus Clay vs. Drew McIntyre

Another impromptu match, I like Clay but I really hate how they’re doing McIntyre. It’s just a squash match on a PPV.

Match Rating: Ehhh

This was being built up with special guest referee John Laurinaitis saying he would screw C.M. Punk out of the WWE title. Dolph Ziggler who is probably my favorite wrestler these days and has got numerous victories over Punk the last month. Outside the involvement of Laurinaitis this was a great match, these 2 have great chemistry together but they’re also 2 great wrestlers also. Sick spot saw Ziggler counter the GTS with a fameasser, nice spot. But after a great match Punk got the victory.

Match Rating: 3.75/5

Now it’s time for the actual Rumble match. We knew Miz would be #1 and the first big entrant was Mick Foley coming at #7. At #8 we thought it was Alberto Del Rio returning but it was his announcer Ricardo Rodriguez who came out in a beat Datsun, funny moment because he mocked Del Rio’s entrance. Another funny spot was when Santino, who came in at #9 faced off with Mick Foley making it Mr. Socko vs. The Cobra. Jerry “The King” Lawler was #12, he came in to attack the Miz and Cody Rhodes before getting eliminated by Rhodes. Great Khali returned at #15. Booker T entered #17. The best highlight of the night when Miz tossed Kofi to the floor who landed on his hands then walked on his hands to the steps to stay in the match, please do something with Kofi, he’s too talented. Hacksaw Jim Duggan was a surprise entrant at #19 which got a big pop from the crowd and they were chanting “USA USA” but was eliminated by Rhodes. Micheal Cole entered at #20 but was followed by the return of Kharma, thank God. She quickly beat up Cole then he tried to run out of the ring but was eliminated by Booker T and Jerry Lawler. Dolph Ziggler confronted her but she hit him with the Implant Buster and then she eliminated Hunico before getting eliminated by Ziggler. Road Dogg returned at #23 and he did his thing while the crowd chanted “You Still Got It”, he done all of his moves before getting tossed out by Wade Barrett. Randy Orton entered at #28 who got a huge hometown pop, I thought this is where he should’ve returned instead of Smackdown. Sheamus and Chris Jericho were the last two in the match and Sheamus won after hitting the Brogue Kick to Jericho after they battled for about 8 minutes. Nice to Sheamus get the win, I think he deserves to go to WrestleMania and fight for the title. The Rumble match wasn’t great or bad either but it was ok.

Match Rating: 3/5

 

Overall Rating: 2.5/5- This was just an average PPV which had some great moments and had some dull moments also. But I think it could’ve done better.

 

 

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WWE Friday Night Smackdown Review 1/27/2012

January 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Ok I’m back again but this time it’s for Friday Night Smackdown. Let’s Do this.

 

Like:

Daniel Bryan, Big Show and Mark Henry opening: I like how Show is showing he’s vulnerable since he ran into A.J, Bryan’s girlfriend, Bryan is taking his new character and running with it. He’s already a great wrestler and now adding character makes him much better. Mark Henry joined them with a promo also which prompted Teddy Long to come out and make a match between Mark Henry and Big Show.

Cody Rhodes vs. Justin Gabriel: I like the action between the 2 the few minutes they fought. I think Rhodes will be a world champion this year, he is gold right now and it’s amazing how far hes come. I believe Gabriel have a bright future also, I think he need a character change.

Sheamus vs. Drew McIntyre: 2 of my favorites in the WWE, they work well together and I really wish Sheamus had a legitimate feud but maybe they’re waiting for Christian to come back from injury. Also I don’t know what they’re doing with McIntyre but he should be battling for a title, he’s too talented.

Yoshi Tatsu on TV: I’ve been a fan of his since he was on ECW and wish they would do something with him. With alot of these guys like him, Gabriel and Sin Cara, whenever he returns I think the cruiserweight titel should return.

Randy Orton/Wade Barrett: Though I hate Orton returning on Smackdown, this was a nice segment. Love the RKOs to everyone in the ring.

Brodus Clay: Big fan of this gimmick, like I’ve said in the Raw Review.

 

Dislike:

Randy Orton return: Why did they have him return to Smackdown before the Royal Rumble, I believe they could’ve played this up a whole lot better. I would’ve talked about him being out for a while and have him return @ the Rumble. Also more could’ve been done with his feud with Barrett.

Epico/Primo vs. Santino Morella/Yoshi Tatsu: Basic match, I really wish they’d give Yoshi someone worth a damn to be a contender for the tag titles.

Hunico vs. Ted DiBease: This little feud is not interesting at all. Maybe with this injury could be a blessing in disguise for DiBease. I think he’s a hell of a wrestler.

Alex Riley: What happened? I mean he went from feuding with the Miz to never seeing him.

Aksana vs. Natalya: I hate what they’re doing to Natalya. I think she’s the best woman’s wrestler in the WWE.

Mark Henry vs. Big Show: Not a fan of the match and it’s been said Henry injured his knee, which is the reason why he collapsed in the ring. But with the Bryan involvement they’ve built the triple threat match for the title in the cage at the Rumble.

 

Overall the show was average, I’d give it a 2.5/5. This Sunday is the Royal Rumble, which is one of my favorite PPVs. Check me out next week as I’ll review the Royal Rumble, Raw, Impact and Smackdown.

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TNA Impact Review 1/26/2012

January 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Well like I did with my first Monday Night Raw review I’ll basically talk about what I like or what I didn’t like on the program.

Like:

Jeff Hardy/Bull Ray Backstage Brawl: I’m guessing with Bully Ray getting himself involved with Hardy matches and causing him the title they’re going to feud. It’s cool because I think Ray is one of the best heels in the business now. Nice way to start off Impact. Also seen Roode jump out of a truck to assist Ray. They throw Hardy in the back of the truck Roode got out of but Storm makes the save and gets beat up until Sting makes the save.

Sting/Hardy/Storm/Roode/Ray In Ring Segment: Sting tried to calm them down but eventually had to use force to keep them apart, builds more tension while setting up a tag match for later.

Zema Ion/Alex Shelley: Nice to see Shelley back, he’s gold in the ring and one of my favorites.

A.J Styles/Daniels/Kazarian: The only reason I liked this is because Daniels mentioned my hometown of Gainesville, Georgia.

Bully Ray/Bobby Roode vs. Jeff Hardy/James Storm Tables Match: Nice match with alot of action back and forth with Storm getting the win for his team when Hardy held Roode on the table while storm splashed him though it. Afterwards Ray beat down Hardy and Storm with a chair then later him a powerbomb on Hardy through the table from the middle rope.

Dislike:

Tara/Mickie James/Velvet Sky: Very sloppy match but you can expect that having Velvet in it. I am looking forward to the Tara vs. Gail Kim match though, they’re both good wrestlers.

Eric Young/ODB vs. Angelina Love/Winter: Don’t like this storyline, point blank.

Matt Morgan vs. Samoa Joe: Didn’t like the match at all, I just think Joe should be doing something better.

 

Well that was my first Impact review I’d give the show about a 3.5/5 rating. Take care until next time.

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WWE Monday Night Raw Review 1/23/2012

January 24, 2012 By Leave a Comment

What I’ll do is basically talk about what I like and what I dislike about Raw, as I’ll do the same for Smackdown and also TNA Impact.

 

Liked:

Punk, Cena and Laurinaitis Promo: I really like the direction so far of the Laurinaitis and Punk feud is going, also it’s a nice twist having Cena talk about his issues with Laurinaitis regarding Zach Ryder. It was a nice set up for what happens later in the show.

Punk/Cena vs. Swagger/Ziggler: Nice tag match which saw Laurinaitis get involved again to help Ziggler get the win. Basically a good way to help sell the PPV making it seems like Punk could lose the belt.

Chris Jericho: I’ve seen alot of people are upset about what he’s doing, he’s building anticipation for something. Nice package put together also his run in the WWE until now. I think alot of people want instant results, which is cool but I like storytelling. Look forward to what happens at the Royal Rumble Sunday.

Royal Rumble Hype: I love the video package to build for the Royal Rumble.

Miz/R-Truth Backstage: I must admit I hate when they broke up because I think the Awesome Truth team had potential, they were perfect together but R-Truth has been one of the most entertaining guys this past year and the Miz is awesome also.

Brodus Clay: When he debuted I was like what the hell is this. What are they doing to him? But he’s became over with the fans and I actually like it. Oh yeah he beat Heath Slater. But the thing with Clay is he can go in the ring.

Miz vs. R-Truth: Nice twist having the loser to enter the Royal Rumble at #1. I like both of these guys and wouldn’t mind seeing them feud over a title. Also please WWE put a title on Truth.

The Ending of Raw: From the announcement of Laurinaitis job being under review, to the return of Triple H to rule on his future, Punk putting Laurinaitis in the GTS and Ziggler attacking Punk from behind hitting the Zig Zag. Not only built more to the PPV but have you looking forward to next weeks Raw.

 

Disliked:

Kane vs. Zack Ryder: Not a fan of the actual match but it seems for some reason they’re writing off Ryder and Kane is the right person to do it. Kane has been money since returning and maybe this will help Ryder’s overall character development. Also is Cena embracing the hate? He was mad after Eve told him he was to blame for Ryder being hurt.

Sheamus vs. Jinder Mahal: I’ll be honest I fast forwarded the match and definitely not because of Sheamus, because he’s one of my favorites but I just don’t like Mahal. Maybe they’re trying to make him another Muhammed Hussan but he’s nowhere close.

 

Ok I hope you enjoy my review for Monday Night Raw, I’ll be back Friday to review TNA Impact and then Saturday to review Friday Night Smackdown.

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