Last night was the sheer yearly spectacular known as WrestleMania. With 8 scheduled matches and some unneeded outside ring skits, the night had its share of ups and downs. I will go through those matches and give my input on those ups & downs, and give my thoughts on what I thought of the event.
WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP
ALBERTO DEL RIO VS. EDGE
ALBERTO DEL RIO VS. EDGE
Seeing the World Heavyweight title fight the first match of the night was a rarity, it was in fact the first time in history that has happened, but it kicked off the show in a good way. There wasn't too much to complain about in this one. Good time duration with solid ring skills by both competitors. Edge retained his title after hitting Del Rio with a spear, so it was a good victory by the Rated R Superstar in traditional fashion. After the match Edge decided to celebrate by smashing up the $100,000+ car of Del Rio. This tactic was uncalled for but was a good scene for the fans. If I were to change anything about this match I wouldn't of had Christian and Brodus Clay be ringside but both superstars had to be included in the show somehow. Interference was not a severe problem in this match so it wasn't a big deal after all having them in the corners.
CODY RHODES VS. REY MYSTERIO
One of the better matches of the night was followed by a surprising outcome. Rhodes and Mysterio put on a pretty good show, spending most of the match trying to injure eachother with foreign objects already embedded into the match (i.e Rhodes mask; Rey's knee brace). Rhodes stole a victory after popping Rey with the knee brace and immediately after hitting his finisher. Usually on the night of heroes the good guy comes away with a win so it was weird considering Mysterio lost after portraying the super hero look. Rey has had his better nights
One of the better matches of the night was followed by a surprising outcome. Rhodes and Mysterio put on a pretty good show, spending most of the match trying to injure eachother with foreign objects already embedded into the match (i.e Rhodes mask; Rey's knee brace). Rhodes stole a victory after popping Rey with the knee brace and immediately after hitting his finisher. Usually on the night of heroes the good guy comes away with a win so it was weird considering Mysterio lost after portraying the super hero look. Rey has had his better nights
EIGHT-MAN TAG TEAM
THE CORE VS. BIG SHOW, KANE, SANTINO MARELLI AND KOFI KINGSTON
This had the potential to be one of the best matches of the night. Explosive start with guys getting closelined and uppercut followed by a huge splash by Kingston. With all madness going on a pin-count by the Big Show was made just 20 seconds into the match and this would be the first and final fall of the night. Show didn't even end it his trademarked chokeslam but a simple right hand. This match was definitely a disappointment, and you can't help but feel for a guy like Kane who battles each and every week and is only rewarded with a gimmick match at the biggest PPV there is.
THE CORE VS. BIG SHOW, KANE, SANTINO MARELLI AND KOFI KINGSTON
This had the potential to be one of the best matches of the night. Explosive start with guys getting closelined and uppercut followed by a huge splash by Kingston. With all madness going on a pin-count by the Big Show was made just 20 seconds into the match and this would be the first and final fall of the night. Show didn't even end it his trademarked chokeslam but a simple right hand. This match was definitely a disappointment, and you can't help but feel for a guy like Kane who battles each and every week and is only rewarded with a gimmick match at the biggest PPV there is.
CM PUNK VS. RANDY ORTON
One of the best matches on the card both before and after the show. WWE really did a horrible job on storylines this year but this is one where it was actually setup with a purpose. These are two of the best athletes in the business, Orton is smooth and finesse while Punk is tactical and pure. I had high hopes of this match and I actually got my moneys worth, I saw new and awesome moves from CM Punk and the highly anticipated RKO I've been daydreaming about all week. The only negative of the match was Orton supporting a bum knee all the way through it, but my man got the W nonetheless.
One of the best matches on the card both before and after the show. WWE really did a horrible job on storylines this year but this is one where it was actually setup with a purpose. These are two of the best athletes in the business, Orton is smooth and finesse while Punk is tactical and pure. I had high hopes of this match and I actually got my moneys worth, I saw new and awesome moves from CM Punk and the highly anticipated RKO I've been daydreaming about all week. The only negative of the match was Orton supporting a bum knee all the way through it, but my man got the W nonetheless.
MICHAEL COLE VS. JERRY LAWLER
SPECIAL GUEST REFEREE STONE COLD STEVE AUSTIN
As a highly anticipated match on the card I really had no care for this match going in or coming out. Both competitors, well it's just that they're not competitors they're old guys who announce RAW & Smackdown each week. A lot of people just love to see Stone Cold, as do I but let's face it his shenanigans get old real fast. This match ended with Cole winning via DQ and Steve Austin hitting two innocent men with stone cold stunners for no apparent reason. This did open the gate for good 'ole J.R. to return to the announce booth though.
SPECIAL GUEST REFEREE STONE COLD STEVE AUSTIN
As a highly anticipated match on the card I really had no care for this match going in or coming out. Both competitors, well it's just that they're not competitors they're old guys who announce RAW & Smackdown each week. A lot of people just love to see Stone Cold, as do I but let's face it his shenanigans get old real fast. This match ended with Cole winning via DQ and Steve Austin hitting two innocent men with stone cold stunners for no apparent reason. This did open the gate for good 'ole J.R. to return to the announce booth though.
TRIPLE H VS. THE UNDERTAKER
NO HOLDS BARRED
The most hyped match on the card turned out to be the best of the night (and will go down as a WM classic). The 'last two outlaws' went to battle early in this one, and Taker's unbelievable toss of Game out of the ring set the tone. Both men went through carnage as expected, and pushed eachother to the limit (which I may remind you these are old men now). Triple H was really delivering a beating and I lowkey began to think he might beat the streak. He punished Undertaker with simultaneous chair shots to the back which I was thinking was really gonna damage Taker. Eventually The Undertaker gained control again and made Game submit to a modified triangular hold. Other than the played out, dragged out intro's and exit this match was great. But the 19-0 legend does become old to speak honestly
NO HOLDS BARRED
The most hyped match on the card turned out to be the best of the night (and will go down as a WM classic). The 'last two outlaws' went to battle early in this one, and Taker's unbelievable toss of Game out of the ring set the tone. Both men went through carnage as expected, and pushed eachother to the limit (which I may remind you these are old men now). Triple H was really delivering a beating and I lowkey began to think he might beat the streak. He punished Undertaker with simultaneous chair shots to the back which I was thinking was really gonna damage Taker. Eventually The Undertaker gained control again and made Game submit to a modified triangular hold. Other than the played out, dragged out intro's and exit this match was great. But the 19-0 legend does become old to speak honestly
SIX-MAN CROSSED TAG TEAM
LAYCOOL & DOLPH ZIGGLER VS. TRISH STRATUS, SNOOKIE & JOHN MORRISON
Each year it seems Mania has some kind of celebrity match and this one was actually pretty cool. Very condensed in time it still included some great action. The best part was seeing Trish Stratus do her thing, and in my opinion is still the greatest diva ever both appearance & skill wise. The highlight was Snookie doing a backhand spring and splash to get the win but I was disappointed that John Morrison wasn't in a real match where he could show that he is the best talent in WWE
LAYCOOL & DOLPH ZIGGLER VS. TRISH STRATUS, SNOOKIE & JOHN MORRISON
Each year it seems Mania has some kind of celebrity match and this one was actually pretty cool. Very condensed in time it still included some great action. The best part was seeing Trish Stratus do her thing, and in my opinion is still the greatest diva ever both appearance & skill wise. The highlight was Snookie doing a backhand spring and splash to get the win but I was disappointed that John Morrison wasn't in a real match where he could show that he is the best talent in WWE
WWE CHAMPION
JOHN CENA VS. THE MIZ
THE MATCH I was looking forward to most turned out to be the lamest thing all night. After watching awesome (no pun intended) intros from both men they not only wrestled a sub-par match for even regular cable but the outcome was the worst thing WWE has ever done. After initially being a draw from both men being counted out, the match was changed to no disqualification. Seconds after the rule change, Cena was victim of interference and a Rock Bottom delivered by yours truly. The Miz went on to win the match and was then also attacked by Rocky and got a People's Elbow. This was the WORST main event I've ever seen at WrestleMania. Why would you have a has been WWE Superstar, who is full time actor now, come in for one night only and make a fool out of the company poster boy. This makes no sense! You've already dropped the ball by making The Miz champion and thinking this guy has any kind of fanbase whatsoever. I am extremely disappointed in every person who contributed to this storyline and thought this would be good for the WWE but it is clearly not. I understand people love The Rock but he is a SPECIAL GUEST. John Cena is the face of your company who shows up every single week, who produces more revenue than anyone else, and is THE main attraction wherever you go. The ball was really dropped on this one...
JOHN CENA VS. THE MIZ
THE MATCH I was looking forward to most turned out to be the lamest thing all night. After watching awesome (no pun intended) intros from both men they not only wrestled a sub-par match for even regular cable but the outcome was the worst thing WWE has ever done. After initially being a draw from both men being counted out, the match was changed to no disqualification. Seconds after the rule change, Cena was victim of interference and a Rock Bottom delivered by yours truly. The Miz went on to win the match and was then also attacked by Rocky and got a People's Elbow. This was the WORST main event I've ever seen at WrestleMania. Why would you have a has been WWE Superstar, who is full time actor now, come in for one night only and make a fool out of the company poster boy. This makes no sense! You've already dropped the ball by making The Miz champion and thinking this guy has any kind of fanbase whatsoever. I am extremely disappointed in every person who contributed to this storyline and thought this would be good for the WWE but it is clearly not. I understand people love The Rock but he is a SPECIAL GUEST. John Cena is the face of your company who shows up every single week, who produces more revenue than anyone else, and is THE main attraction wherever you go. The ball was really dropped on this one...
THE WRESTLEMANIA HOST
THE ROCK
The Rock ruined my entire WrestleMania experience, and this is coming from a fan of his. He was over-hyped and he contributed absolutely nothing to this show. All the guy did was run a muck, participate in the dumbest out of ring skits ever, and terrorized the main event. It was good to see Rocky back in the ring, but I hope he never comes back. In the words of The Rock himself.. KNOW YOUR ROLE. You are an actor now and this isn't your place anymore. It was a good idea that was poorly executed..
THE ROCK
The Rock ruined my entire WrestleMania experience, and this is coming from a fan of his. He was over-hyped and he contributed absolutely nothing to this show. All the guy did was run a muck, participate in the dumbest out of ring skits ever, and terrorized the main event. It was good to see Rocky back in the ring, but I hope he never comes back. In the words of The Rock himself.. KNOW YOUR ROLE. You are an actor now and this isn't your place anymore. It was a good idea that was poorly executed..