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Showing posts with label john morrison. Show all posts
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Friday, October 14, 2011
What They Were Really Thinking: 9/26/2011
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Raw Recap: 9/19/11
Opening promo:
Raw comes to us from Cleveland, Ohio, which makes the hearts of half of the Raw Is Real staff go pitter-patter (we're from northeastern Ohio). Unfortunately, being in Cleveland makes CM Punk's heart just hurt. We open the show with a clearly saddened Punk talking about how performing in the city of Cleveland hasn't ever been easy for or good to him. In fact, he tells a little story about Bob Holly having punched him so hard in the face once in this building that he still has a dead spot in his field of vision. Perhaps that's why he didn't see Kevin Nash coming at Night of Champions - despite the fact that everyone in the WWE Universe did.
What matters most about what Punk is saying is that his pride is hurting, mostly because he now knows that Mr. H's wasn't really involved in the plot to contain his pipe bombs. Kudos to Punk for the facial expression he sports as that Motorhead music comes blaring from the speakers while he's mid-sentence.
Out comes HHH still in his suit and tie, as he is still the COO - as Michael Cole points out. HHH goes through a lot of the same things he's been saying for a while, but adds that he respects Punk. He gives a long "who's on first-esque" speech about how no one really believes that he sent a text to Kevin Nash - during any show, live or PPV. Apparently he also thinks that Punk has a thick head. Maybe that goes with the "skinny, fat ass". He extends an olive branch in the form of a match by putting the Second City Savior into a three-way dance at Hell in a Cell for the WWE Championship. Awww... they like each other, now.
Punk clarifies that he thinks someone higher up in the WWE is using the fact that Punk and HHH don't like one another to play the both of them. Punk says that the conspiracy involves someone higher up on the ladder, to which the fat guy in the front row starts to chant "Shane McMahon". Points to Punk for rolling his eyes at the guy and mouthing, "No".
The love fest and poor use of grammar is short-lived, as Johnny Laurinaitis appears. Surprise! Surprise! John doesn't believe anything Punk says. Punk makes it clear that Johnny Boy clearly wanted to be the COO with his "little stooge corporate eyes". How romantic... now Punk is defending HHH's honor. Laurenitis clarifies that his job is to look out for the welfare of the talent, and that he has no aspirations to be the COO. Is THAT who we have to thank for the superstars not having health insurance?
Everyone clarifies to whom they report, and a round of "you're fired," "no, you're not fired" happens. HHH promises to figure out who is swerving who by the end of the night, and uses the word "fired" for the 10,000th time in five minutes (as in someone is going to get fired before the show is over).
Air Boom, Sheamus and Justin Gabriel v. McGillicutty, Otunga, Christian and Wade Barrett
This match is really only valuable for the commentary. Lawler gets in quite a few comments about "boring" McGillicutty, while Cole makes sure to mention (as he does every week) that Barrett is a former bare-knuckle champion. Christian slaps little Evan Bourne in the face, which just isn't cool. After Bourne responds with a knee to Christian's face, Lawler has another gem with: "Christian may be sucking soup through a spoon" after that move. Soon enough, Sheamus enters the match and JR says, "Sheamus enters the ring like a wild Irish bull." Are there bulls in Ireland?
Now. we're on to the standard 6-man tag rules - everyone tries their own finishing maneuver one right after the other. Otunga gets the worst of it, suffering a stiff kick to the face, followed by the Celtic Cross. Interesting note: Otunga is heavier than most of the people Sheamus drills with the Celtic Cross, and Sheamus clearly shows on his face just how hard it is to lift the A-List over his head. In the end, the team of Sheabriairboom wins the match.
Meanwhile...
Cut to HHH talking to "Chad the Referee" about how the refs are nervous that Awesome Truth are dangerous. HHH says he'll take care of it. Not before being confronted by Albie, who is all kinds of upset about the three-way dance at Hell in a Cell. Del Rio won't leave before saying how he prays that Mr. McMahon comes back to run the WWE. Laughs ensue.
Alberto Del Rio v. John Morrison
After losing his title at NOC, Albie arrives to his match in a Porsche valued $200,000 less than the car Cena jacked from him. Apparently not being the champion has already taken a toll on Del Rio's bank account. Morrison, on the other hand, still makes enough dough to maintain his slow motion abs. Del Rio is unimpressed and gives a very Chris Jericho like stink face. Wasting no time, Albie dispatches his trusty arm breaker and Morrison has to tap out.
Promo for Hell in a Cell. Like NOC, it is sponsored by Light Strike, which means more commercials starring Rey Mysterio.
Hugh Jackman and Dolph Ziggler promo
Then, Hugh Jackman comes out. He's handsome, so it's okay that he looks like a kid in a candy store as he runs the ropes. ~Insert movie promo here~
Hugh is interrupted by Vickie Guerrero. Michael Cole has the best line: "The cougar meets the wolverine." LOL. She gets creepy, and Hugh looks nauseous. Dolph then takes the mic, confusing Jackman with Christian Bale. Blah blah blah by Jackman. He also manages to compare Jackman to Mason Ryan.
Then comes a reference to Cleveland being all about the underdog. "We all know that underdog is another word for loser," he says. Jackman won't take that and promises to go in the back to find the biggest underdog imaginable, who he can then help to beat Ziggler. Hugh Jackman pulls a total "fan move" and takes a "Ziggler > Wolverine" sign from a fan as if to confirm that he will indeed be in the corner of the Internet Champion.
The Miz and R-Truth promo
Miz and Truth arrive in a 1990's Jeep Cheroke. They apologize to John Laurinaitis for putting him in an uncomfortable position.
Sin Cara v. Cody Rhodes
Next comes Sin Cara - is it the real one or the fake one? Everyone at Raw Is Real is happy to see that the WWE picked up on our various water cooler conversations about how it's so obvious that they're two different men. Cody Rhodes comes out, followed by the other Sin Cara. Now it's on! Both Sin Caras pull the same moves on their counterpart one after another.l Uno Sin Cara gets drop kicked out of the ring, and the "match" is over. Where did Cody Rhodes go!?
Meanwhile...
HHH drinks his coffee while Awesome Truth apologize for putting their hands on a referee and for interfering in Mr. H's match. Truth even apologizes to all of the Little Jimmies. I mean, Truth calls the man "Trips". Does he want a job with Raw Is Real? The Miz has extremely red eyes - so he's clearly been crying about this for hours. "Trips" accepts their apology. He fines each man $250,000 for touching an official. He then makes a match with the two budding rap stars to face Punk and Cena.
Mark Henry promo
JR informs the audience that Randy Orton has asked for his World Championship rematch at Hell in a Cell. Then, the interview is on - Mark Henry makes his way to the ring, carrying his title belt (since it clearly won't fit around his massive waist). He promises not to forgive JR, and the rest of the people who never supported him or believed in him. He wants JR to apologize on behalf of all of the WWE universe and then for himself. He says that JR once told Vince McMahon to fire him because he was "injury prone and an over achiever". It's the most I've ever heard Mark Henry say in 15 years.
JR apologizes, and the fans are not happy about it. Next thing you know, JR is helpless at the hands of Mark Henry who says, "this is where you beg for your life." Enter Jerry Lawler. Sexual Chocolate lets go of JR only to grab The King, who throws a great right hand, then is just as quickly dropped to the mat with a World's Strongest Slam. It's a wonder Michael "Undefeated at Wrestlemania" Cole didn't get into the ring. Henry pulls apart the announcers' table, so Cole does indeed have to scram. Another World's Strongest Slam for Lawler, right through the table. The fans are heard saying "get Michael Cole". We wish!
Kelly Kelly and Eve Torres v. The Divas of Doom (Beth Phoenix and Natalya)
Kelly Kelly is continuing her job of carrying my fantasy team with all of these title defenses. Thank God. Beth Phoenix continues her job of keeping headband retailers in business. She also seems to want to show off all of her brightly colored skivies, as the skirt appears to be her new wardrobe. "Finish her Beth" can be heard repeatedly, while Natalia auditions for Mortal Combat/Street Fighter in her corner. Nothing exciting here, and Kelly Kelly and Eve Torres win.
Hugh Jackman and Zach Ryder promo
Hugh Jackman recaps Zach Ryder's rise to Internet fame. "You're not an underdog, you're out of your mind. You're kind of delusional. You're perfect!" he says. Is Ryder really going to be Jackman's pick for a match against Dolph? Woo, Woo, Woo, YOU KNOW IT!
Dolph Ziggler v. Zach Ryder (with Hugh Jackman)
Jackman is wearing a Ryder "Broski" bandana. It looks amazing. Ziggler is not impressed. Vickie screams from his corner. Standard. Hugh Jackman channels all of the best managers and valets of the past, as he really does seem to keep Ryder in this match with a series of cheers and commentary. Double clothesline. Dazed, Ryder crawls toward Vickie, who throws a cougar paw in his face and gets herself ejected. Mikey C won't have any of that behavior! Jackman climbs on the apron and punches Ziggler square in the face. Immediate KO! "Ladies and gentlemen, that was a real steal for Zach Ryder." Oh, Michael Cole.
Jack Swagger consoles Vickie with a video package of his greatest moments. He promises that he can help Vickie get some face time with the Wolverine. She agrees to add Swagger to her stable of bleach blondes, and Ziggler looks on disappointed.
John Cena and CM Punk promo
Cena and Punk in one locker room.
Cena: "Partners!"
Punk: "Yeah.."
Cena: "The new Rock and Roll Express."
Punk: "I wouldn't go that far."
Cena then goes on to tell Punk how similar they are. He's right, you know... they're both men, they both have popular t-shirts, they both have someone with the last name "Word" rooting for them in Columbus. Twinsies!
The Miz and R-Truth v. John Cena and CM Punk
Awesome Truth come out to their new REEEEMIX song. The world is shocked as the Miz actually tells Cleveland, his hometown, that they suck. All is right with the world when he gives a coy smile to say he's just kidding.
Girls scream and Punk vomits as Cena removes his shirt. Miz shakes C-Rob's hand (the referee). It's on, and Cena takes it to Miz. Punk makes faces throughout the match. It's about the only thing that makes the majority of the match exciting.
Cole compares The Miz to Ali, which prompts everyone to wonder why Michael Cole isn't more popular with everyone. He's just so supportive. All I can focus on during this match are the fans with the A-W-E-S-O-M-E signs. Perfectly timed and flipped appropriately (read: not upside down). Points for Cleveland. CM Punk's scream of "it's nap tiiiiiiime" snaps me back into the match. Miz fights out of the setup for the GTS with a series of rapid fire elbows. Unfortunately, once dropped, he basically slams in to R-Truth. Oh nooooooooooo! Punk tries again and is successful with the Go to Sleep. Punk gets his hand raised by Cena... and cue HHH's music.
"Punk, good match. Miz, Truth, you're fired." That's it. No explanation. He's the COO. He's wearing pants with crisp pleats. He doesn't need to explain himself. Cut to a shot of the rest of the roster sitting stunned in the back. Miz and Truth attack HHH, and the rest of the roster has to break it up. Awesome Truth are ejected from the building, and Trips rips out his pony tail... followed by a violent shove to an electronics cart.
Raw comes to us from Cleveland, Ohio, which makes the hearts of half of the Raw Is Real staff go pitter-patter (we're from northeastern Ohio). Unfortunately, being in Cleveland makes CM Punk's heart just hurt. We open the show with a clearly saddened Punk talking about how performing in the city of Cleveland hasn't ever been easy for or good to him. In fact, he tells a little story about Bob Holly having punched him so hard in the face once in this building that he still has a dead spot in his field of vision. Perhaps that's why he didn't see Kevin Nash coming at Night of Champions - despite the fact that everyone in the WWE Universe did.
What matters most about what Punk is saying is that his pride is hurting, mostly because he now knows that Mr. H's wasn't really involved in the plot to contain his pipe bombs. Kudos to Punk for the facial expression he sports as that Motorhead music comes blaring from the speakers while he's mid-sentence.
Out comes HHH still in his suit and tie, as he is still the COO - as Michael Cole points out. HHH goes through a lot of the same things he's been saying for a while, but adds that he respects Punk. He gives a long "who's on first-esque" speech about how no one really believes that he sent a text to Kevin Nash - during any show, live or PPV. Apparently he also thinks that Punk has a thick head. Maybe that goes with the "skinny, fat ass". He extends an olive branch in the form of a match by putting the Second City Savior into a three-way dance at Hell in a Cell for the WWE Championship. Awww... they like each other, now.
Punk clarifies that he thinks someone higher up in the WWE is using the fact that Punk and HHH don't like one another to play the both of them. Punk says that the conspiracy involves someone higher up on the ladder, to which the fat guy in the front row starts to chant "Shane McMahon". Points to Punk for rolling his eyes at the guy and mouthing, "No".
The love fest and poor use of grammar is short-lived, as Johnny Laurinaitis appears. Surprise! Surprise! John doesn't believe anything Punk says. Punk makes it clear that Johnny Boy clearly wanted to be the COO with his "little stooge corporate eyes". How romantic... now Punk is defending HHH's honor. Laurenitis clarifies that his job is to look out for the welfare of the talent, and that he has no aspirations to be the COO. Is THAT who we have to thank for the superstars not having health insurance?
Everyone clarifies to whom they report, and a round of "you're fired," "no, you're not fired" happens. HHH promises to figure out who is swerving who by the end of the night, and uses the word "fired" for the 10,000th time in five minutes (as in someone is going to get fired before the show is over).
Air Boom, Sheamus and Justin Gabriel v. McGillicutty, Otunga, Christian and Wade Barrett
This match is really only valuable for the commentary. Lawler gets in quite a few comments about "boring" McGillicutty, while Cole makes sure to mention (as he does every week) that Barrett is a former bare-knuckle champion. Christian slaps little Evan Bourne in the face, which just isn't cool. After Bourne responds with a knee to Christian's face, Lawler has another gem with: "Christian may be sucking soup through a spoon" after that move. Soon enough, Sheamus enters the match and JR says, "Sheamus enters the ring like a wild Irish bull." Are there bulls in Ireland?
Now. we're on to the standard 6-man tag rules - everyone tries their own finishing maneuver one right after the other. Otunga gets the worst of it, suffering a stiff kick to the face, followed by the Celtic Cross. Interesting note: Otunga is heavier than most of the people Sheamus drills with the Celtic Cross, and Sheamus clearly shows on his face just how hard it is to lift the A-List over his head. In the end, the team of Sheabriairboom wins the match.
Meanwhile...
Cut to HHH talking to "Chad the Referee" about how the refs are nervous that Awesome Truth are dangerous. HHH says he'll take care of it. Not before being confronted by Albie, who is all kinds of upset about the three-way dance at Hell in a Cell. Del Rio won't leave before saying how he prays that Mr. McMahon comes back to run the WWE. Laughs ensue.
Alberto Del Rio v. John Morrison
After losing his title at NOC, Albie arrives to his match in a Porsche valued $200,000 less than the car Cena jacked from him. Apparently not being the champion has already taken a toll on Del Rio's bank account. Morrison, on the other hand, still makes enough dough to maintain his slow motion abs. Del Rio is unimpressed and gives a very Chris Jericho like stink face. Wasting no time, Albie dispatches his trusty arm breaker and Morrison has to tap out.
Promo for Hell in a Cell. Like NOC, it is sponsored by Light Strike, which means more commercials starring Rey Mysterio.
Hugh Jackman and Dolph Ziggler promo
Then, Hugh Jackman comes out. He's handsome, so it's okay that he looks like a kid in a candy store as he runs the ropes. ~Insert movie promo here~
Hugh is interrupted by Vickie Guerrero. Michael Cole has the best line: "The cougar meets the wolverine." LOL. She gets creepy, and Hugh looks nauseous. Dolph then takes the mic, confusing Jackman with Christian Bale. Blah blah blah by Jackman. He also manages to compare Jackman to Mason Ryan.
Then comes a reference to Cleveland being all about the underdog. "We all know that underdog is another word for loser," he says. Jackman won't take that and promises to go in the back to find the biggest underdog imaginable, who he can then help to beat Ziggler. Hugh Jackman pulls a total "fan move" and takes a "Ziggler > Wolverine" sign from a fan as if to confirm that he will indeed be in the corner of the Internet Champion.
The Miz and R-Truth promo
Miz and Truth arrive in a 1990's Jeep Cheroke. They apologize to John Laurinaitis for putting him in an uncomfortable position.
Sin Cara v. Cody Rhodes
Next comes Sin Cara - is it the real one or the fake one? Everyone at Raw Is Real is happy to see that the WWE picked up on our various water cooler conversations about how it's so obvious that they're two different men. Cody Rhodes comes out, followed by the other Sin Cara. Now it's on! Both Sin Caras pull the same moves on their counterpart one after another.l Uno Sin Cara gets drop kicked out of the ring, and the "match" is over. Where did Cody Rhodes go!?
Meanwhile...
HHH drinks his coffee while Awesome Truth apologize for putting their hands on a referee and for interfering in Mr. H's match. Truth even apologizes to all of the Little Jimmies. I mean, Truth calls the man "Trips". Does he want a job with Raw Is Real? The Miz has extremely red eyes - so he's clearly been crying about this for hours. "Trips" accepts their apology. He fines each man $250,000 for touching an official. He then makes a match with the two budding rap stars to face Punk and Cena.
Mark Henry promo
JR informs the audience that Randy Orton has asked for his World Championship rematch at Hell in a Cell. Then, the interview is on - Mark Henry makes his way to the ring, carrying his title belt (since it clearly won't fit around his massive waist). He promises not to forgive JR, and the rest of the people who never supported him or believed in him. He wants JR to apologize on behalf of all of the WWE universe and then for himself. He says that JR once told Vince McMahon to fire him because he was "injury prone and an over achiever". It's the most I've ever heard Mark Henry say in 15 years.
JR apologizes, and the fans are not happy about it. Next thing you know, JR is helpless at the hands of Mark Henry who says, "this is where you beg for your life." Enter Jerry Lawler. Sexual Chocolate lets go of JR only to grab The King, who throws a great right hand, then is just as quickly dropped to the mat with a World's Strongest Slam. It's a wonder Michael "Undefeated at Wrestlemania" Cole didn't get into the ring. Henry pulls apart the announcers' table, so Cole does indeed have to scram. Another World's Strongest Slam for Lawler, right through the table. The fans are heard saying "get Michael Cole". We wish!
Kelly Kelly and Eve Torres v. The Divas of Doom (Beth Phoenix and Natalya)
Kelly Kelly is continuing her job of carrying my fantasy team with all of these title defenses. Thank God. Beth Phoenix continues her job of keeping headband retailers in business. She also seems to want to show off all of her brightly colored skivies, as the skirt appears to be her new wardrobe. "Finish her Beth" can be heard repeatedly, while Natalia auditions for Mortal Combat/Street Fighter in her corner. Nothing exciting here, and Kelly Kelly and Eve Torres win.
Hugh Jackman and Zach Ryder promo
Hugh Jackman recaps Zach Ryder's rise to Internet fame. "You're not an underdog, you're out of your mind. You're kind of delusional. You're perfect!" he says. Is Ryder really going to be Jackman's pick for a match against Dolph? Woo, Woo, Woo, YOU KNOW IT!
Dolph Ziggler v. Zach Ryder (with Hugh Jackman)
Jackman is wearing a Ryder "Broski" bandana. It looks amazing. Ziggler is not impressed. Vickie screams from his corner. Standard. Hugh Jackman channels all of the best managers and valets of the past, as he really does seem to keep Ryder in this match with a series of cheers and commentary. Double clothesline. Dazed, Ryder crawls toward Vickie, who throws a cougar paw in his face and gets herself ejected. Mikey C won't have any of that behavior! Jackman climbs on the apron and punches Ziggler square in the face. Immediate KO! "Ladies and gentlemen, that was a real steal for Zach Ryder." Oh, Michael Cole.
Jack Swagger consoles Vickie with a video package of his greatest moments. He promises that he can help Vickie get some face time with the Wolverine. She agrees to add Swagger to her stable of bleach blondes, and Ziggler looks on disappointed.
John Cena and CM Punk promo
Cena and Punk in one locker room.
Cena: "Partners!"
Punk: "Yeah.."
Cena: "The new Rock and Roll Express."
Punk: "I wouldn't go that far."
Cena then goes on to tell Punk how similar they are. He's right, you know... they're both men, they both have popular t-shirts, they both have someone with the last name "Word" rooting for them in Columbus. Twinsies!
The Miz and R-Truth v. John Cena and CM Punk
Awesome Truth come out to their new REEEEMIX song. The world is shocked as the Miz actually tells Cleveland, his hometown, that they suck. All is right with the world when he gives a coy smile to say he's just kidding.
Girls scream and Punk vomits as Cena removes his shirt. Miz shakes C-Rob's hand (the referee). It's on, and Cena takes it to Miz. Punk makes faces throughout the match. It's about the only thing that makes the majority of the match exciting.
Cole compares The Miz to Ali, which prompts everyone to wonder why Michael Cole isn't more popular with everyone. He's just so supportive. All I can focus on during this match are the fans with the A-W-E-S-O-M-E signs. Perfectly timed and flipped appropriately (read: not upside down). Points for Cleveland. CM Punk's scream of "it's nap tiiiiiiime" snaps me back into the match. Miz fights out of the setup for the GTS with a series of rapid fire elbows. Unfortunately, once dropped, he basically slams in to R-Truth. Oh nooooooooooo! Punk tries again and is successful with the Go to Sleep. Punk gets his hand raised by Cena... and cue HHH's music.
"Punk, good match. Miz, Truth, you're fired." That's it. No explanation. He's the COO. He's wearing pants with crisp pleats. He doesn't need to explain himself. Cut to a shot of the rest of the roster sitting stunned in the back. Miz and Truth attack HHH, and the rest of the roster has to break it up. Awesome Truth are ejected from the building, and Trips rips out his pony tail... followed by a violent shove to an electronics cart.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
RAWards: 9/12/11
Best Heel Face Award
Best Face Heel Award
Lawler-Creepin-on-Kelly-Kelly Award
Lawler was off his game this week.
Probs due to this injury McSnoozytunga gave him:
So instead, we'll be giving out free samples of aphrodisiac milk.
And this award:
Best Facial Award
Probs due to this injury McSnoozytunga gave him:
So instead, we'll be giving out free samples of aphrodisiac milk.
And this award:
Best Facial Award
Who Wore It Best?
WWE vs Hollywood edition
And this week's Tag Team Style Championship belt goes to...
(with 99% of reader votes)
The Crypt Keeper and Bryan Cranston!
Take care, wash your hair Bret. You're gross.
Twweets of the Week
Little Jimmy of the Week
This guy. For his sage advice whenever H's took the mic:
This guy. For his sage advice whenever H's took the mic:
Saturday, September 3, 2011
Fantasy Update: Brands!? We don’t need no stinking brands!
At the beginning of Raw this past Monday, Mr. H’s announced that the brand split will be over indefinitely. MADNESS! This changes everything I thought I knew about the world. Black is white! Up is down! Dogs and cats living together! MASS HYSTERIA! How will I live in a world where I have to see John Cena “wrestle” twice a week?
Props:
1) Randy Orton: Taking advantage of the opportunity to wrestle on both shows this week, RKO beat Dolph Ziggler and Christian on his way to a cool 79 points for the week. The only downside is that the World’s Strongest Man beat the crap out of him after the Christian match. If I were Orton, I would make sure to wear some thick shin pads because Mark Henry is hungry forpizza the belt.
2) Sin Cara: With victories over Jack “Gosh, Vickie Guerrero sure is pretty” Swagger and Daniel “Image not provided” Bryan, Sin Cara is behind only Orton and Cena in points for the week. Most surprising of all is the apparent heel turn at the end of the Bryan match. He’s primed to be the greatest mute heel since Helen Keller.
Slops:
1) The WWE for burying our favorite mid-carders: R-Truth, John Morrison, Cody Rhodes and The Miz had a pretty light presence on both shows. Apparently the brand merge means more John Cena thinking he’s funny (at the 4:10 mark) and extended trailers for Triple H’s new movie. No one cares about your new movie, H’s! Now, if the movie were about buddy cops taking down a government conspiracy starring The Miz and R-Truth titled “Dis-Miz-al of Truth”, then I’d be interested.
2) Our so-called smack talk board: Only three people from the league have even commented so far. Here are the “highlights”.
Best Uso brothers joke (Mapes): What did the one Uso say to the other Uso?
I’ve never heard of U-so leave me alone.
Best rebuttal (Moose): Your current point accumulation is a clear indication of how credible your assessments of worth are.
Best Cena related burn (The Miche): John Cena sucks for all time.
Standings
Check out our league's smack talk here.
Props:
1) Randy Orton: Taking advantage of the opportunity to wrestle on both shows this week, RKO beat Dolph Ziggler and Christian on his way to a cool 79 points for the week. The only downside is that the World’s Strongest Man beat the crap out of him after the Christian match. If I were Orton, I would make sure to wear some thick shin pads because Mark Henry is hungry for
2) Sin Cara: With victories over Jack “Gosh, Vickie Guerrero sure is pretty” Swagger and Daniel “Image not provided” Bryan, Sin Cara is behind only Orton and Cena in points for the week. Most surprising of all is the apparent heel turn at the end of the Bryan match. He’s primed to be the greatest mute heel since Helen Keller.
Slops:
1) The WWE for burying our favorite mid-carders: R-Truth, John Morrison, Cody Rhodes and The Miz had a pretty light presence on both shows. Apparently the brand merge means more John Cena thinking he’s funny (at the 4:10 mark) and extended trailers for Triple H’s new movie. No one cares about your new movie, H’s! Now, if the movie were about buddy cops taking down a government conspiracy starring The Miz and R-Truth titled “Dis-Miz-al of Truth”, then I’d be interested.
2) Our so-called smack talk board: Only three people from the league have even commented so far. Here are the “highlights”.
Best Uso brothers joke (Mapes): What did the one Uso say to the other Uso?
I’ve never heard of U-so leave me alone.
Best rebuttal (Moose): Your current point accumulation is a clear indication of how credible your assessments of worth are.
Best Cena related burn (The Miche): John Cena sucks for all time.
Standings
Check out our league's smack talk here.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
RAWards: 8/29/11
Best Heel Face Award
Runner-ups:
WINNER:
Best Face Heel Award
Most Bone-able Face Award
Some of you may have noticed (and been disgusted by) the fact that The Miz won this RAWard two weeks ago. Unfortunately while I, C.O.O. of RiR, was on vacation these past two weeks, the RAWard decision-making duties were passed down to the vastly inferior and mentally incompetent co-C.O.O., The Miche. Even though this extremely revolting and unforgivable decision is indeed partnership-ending-worthy, I've decided to be the better (wo)man and take the most just and righteous course of action in order to remedy this situation:
I hereby revoke The Miz's 8/15/11 RAWard and hand it over to the much more worthy (and truly most bone-able) Superstar: John Cena.
Twweets of the Week
Little Jimmy of the Week
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Raw Recap: 8/22/11
Opening promo
Del Rio wastes no time this week in getting to the ring. His car is worth $225,000 and is the newest in a line of more expensive rides Alberto has used since realizing his destino. We see highlights of his match against Mysterio last week. Apparently the vicious cross arm breaker Del Rio applied has left Rey’s knee devastated enough for surgery. He’ll be out for several months.
Cena rudely interrupts Del Rio’s pontification before it can begin. He reintroduces himself to the champ. Yeah, we all know who you are, John. Jesus. Dude cannot just sit backstage and watch when the belt is out there. Cena taunts Del Rio, asking: “Am I supposed to believe you own 10,000 automobiles?” Woah, watch that kayfabe!
Punk enters, asking if this is a rerun: “John Cena wants another title match. I’ve seen this one before.” Nailed it! Cena continues to mock ADR and address Punk with a strange mix familiarity and respect. John seems to want to be Punk’s bestie, now. It is lonely at the top, I guess.
But Alberto reminds us that he is the champ. Punk agrees, saying that someone behind the scenes wanted it that way, referring to Del Rio as Birdo, or possibly Berto. Not sure, but either way he believes he deserves a rematch over John. “Your championship clause exists as much as Santa Claus,” he says. Non-PG alert! There are kiddies all over the place, dude!
Mr. H’s sets things up from here: No. 1 Contenders match between Cena and Punk as tonight’s main event. Things just got real, guys.
Alberto Del Rio vs. John Morrison
A win for the champ here, but by no means was it a squash match. Things were pretty even throughout and Morrison put some good stuff over on Del Rio, including making him bleed around the eye. Are those rhinestone pants legal? Could be sharp.
In the end, Morrison attempts Starship Pain, but Albie gets out of the way. Del Rio locks in the cross arm breaker and John taps out.
Eve Torres vs. Nikki Bella
A quick match, thankfully. Eve pulls some typical booty popping, of which Lawler says he is a big fan. No kidding! Eve wins with a spinning neckbreaker.
Beth Phoenix and Natalya enter to sarcastically applaud, again. I’m eager to see Beth wrestle, but I think they’re actually doing a decent job of building suspense with this storyline. The less she wrestles the more I want to see her.
Jack Swagger vs. Alex Riley
Again!? Really? Really? REALLY?
Triple H, Kevin Nash and CM Punk promo:
H’s invites Nash out to back up his claim that the two worked out this SummerSlam text business. Nash is very concerned that Trips wants to take away his manhood. Mr. H’s is very concerned that Kevin is not on his payroll. Punk is very concerned with the contents of Stephanie McMahon’s purse.
Big Sexy attacks Punk, and H’s is forced to escort him from the ring. Despite Nash’s considerable rust on the mic (WHAT?), this storyline is intriguing, if not outright entertaining. Who is really behind these mysterious text messages? Who wants Birdo to be champ? Who did Kevin Nash’s dye job? Because you missed a spot in the back there, guy.
Kofi Kingston and Evan Bourne vs. David Otunga and Michael McGuillicutty
The announcers talk about the coming main event between Cena and Punk for the majority of this match, which is a bit disappointing because it was actually a good tag team match. We got to see a great display of pure power against high-flying acrobatics.
Evan hits the Air Bourne to finish the champs off and he and Kofi do a great job of celebrating like this is an actual goal they have been trying to accomplish for months, rather than a whim from last week. They get big pops from the crowd, probably because they at least know one of the two guys in this team.
Meanwhile, backstage
John Lauranitis informs Mr. H’s that Nash was in a car accident and Trips takes the bait immediately, leaving for the hospital. John stares longingly – or perhaps diabolically – after him. Which is weird, right?
The Miz and R-Truth promo
Not only were these two hilarious, they generated some great heat from the Canadian crowd. My words probably can’t do justice, so I really suggest you just watch it again:
CM Punk vs. John Cena
Dear guy at Raw who threw back Cena’s shirt TWICE,
You are awesome and you should feel good. Thank you for being you.
Love,
The Miche
The look on Cena’s face when he tossed it back to the same spot was great. It was like he was thinking, “Haha, good one. But I know you want my shirt for real.” NO! WE DON’T! Punk rubs salt on the wound. “They didn’t throw my shirt back,” he says after throwing his shirt to the same place.
These two consistently fight good, entertaining matches. I don’t know if anything will ever come close to the Chicago crowd, but I still love watching Cena and Punk give it their all. Punk mocks the Five Knuckle Shuffle, but his bravado goes on a bit too long and Cena counters.
Both men kick out of the other’s finisher. Cena takes a kick to the head and it looks like Punk is about to hit another GTS for the finish when Nash – not looking like he was in a serious car accident in the slightest – distracts him. What the devil is going on here?
Superlatives
Who got got?
“I believe Santino Marella just got got.” Couldn’t have said it better myself, Cole.
Most predictable moment
We all knew Kevin Nash had not been in a car accident, right? Classic misdirect.
Most awkward moment
Dolph Ziggler apparently takes a hand to Vickie Guerrero and the crowd is unsure if they should be offended or not. Obviously you should never hit a lady, but on the other hand it is Vickie Guerrero.
Del Rio wastes no time this week in getting to the ring. His car is worth $225,000 and is the newest in a line of more expensive rides Alberto has used since realizing his destino. We see highlights of his match against Mysterio last week. Apparently the vicious cross arm breaker Del Rio applied has left Rey’s knee devastated enough for surgery. He’ll be out for several months.
Cena rudely interrupts Del Rio’s pontification before it can begin. He reintroduces himself to the champ. Yeah, we all know who you are, John. Jesus. Dude cannot just sit backstage and watch when the belt is out there. Cena taunts Del Rio, asking: “Am I supposed to believe you own 10,000 automobiles?” Woah, watch that kayfabe!
Punk enters, asking if this is a rerun: “John Cena wants another title match. I’ve seen this one before.” Nailed it! Cena continues to mock ADR and address Punk with a strange mix familiarity and respect. John seems to want to be Punk’s bestie, now. It is lonely at the top, I guess.
But Alberto reminds us that he is the champ. Punk agrees, saying that someone behind the scenes wanted it that way, referring to Del Rio as Birdo, or possibly Berto. Not sure, but either way he believes he deserves a rematch over John. “Your championship clause exists as much as Santa Claus,” he says. Non-PG alert! There are kiddies all over the place, dude!
Mr. H’s sets things up from here: No. 1 Contenders match between Cena and Punk as tonight’s main event. Things just got real, guys.
Alberto Del Rio vs. John Morrison
A win for the champ here, but by no means was it a squash match. Things were pretty even throughout and Morrison put some good stuff over on Del Rio, including making him bleed around the eye. Are those rhinestone pants legal? Could be sharp.
In the end, Morrison attempts Starship Pain, but Albie gets out of the way. Del Rio locks in the cross arm breaker and John taps out.
Eve Torres vs. Nikki Bella
A quick match, thankfully. Eve pulls some typical booty popping, of which Lawler says he is a big fan. No kidding! Eve wins with a spinning neckbreaker.
Beth Phoenix and Natalya enter to sarcastically applaud, again. I’m eager to see Beth wrestle, but I think they’re actually doing a decent job of building suspense with this storyline. The less she wrestles the more I want to see her.
Jack Swagger vs. Alex Riley
Again!? Really? Really? REALLY?
Triple H, Kevin Nash and CM Punk promo:
H’s invites Nash out to back up his claim that the two worked out this SummerSlam text business. Nash is very concerned that Trips wants to take away his manhood. Mr. H’s is very concerned that Kevin is not on his payroll. Punk is very concerned with the contents of Stephanie McMahon’s purse.
Big Sexy attacks Punk, and H’s is forced to escort him from the ring. Despite Nash’s considerable rust on the mic (WHAT?), this storyline is intriguing, if not outright entertaining. Who is really behind these mysterious text messages? Who wants Birdo to be champ? Who did Kevin Nash’s dye job? Because you missed a spot in the back there, guy.
Kofi Kingston and Evan Bourne vs. David Otunga and Michael McGuillicutty
The announcers talk about the coming main event between Cena and Punk for the majority of this match, which is a bit disappointing because it was actually a good tag team match. We got to see a great display of pure power against high-flying acrobatics.
Evan hits the Air Bourne to finish the champs off and he and Kofi do a great job of celebrating like this is an actual goal they have been trying to accomplish for months, rather than a whim from last week. They get big pops from the crowd, probably because they at least know one of the two guys in this team.
Meanwhile, backstage
John Lauranitis informs Mr. H’s that Nash was in a car accident and Trips takes the bait immediately, leaving for the hospital. John stares longingly – or perhaps diabolically – after him. Which is weird, right?
The Miz and R-Truth promo
Not only were these two hilarious, they generated some great heat from the Canadian crowd. My words probably can’t do justice, so I really suggest you just watch it again:
CM Punk vs. John Cena
Dear guy at Raw who threw back Cena’s shirt TWICE,
You are awesome and you should feel good. Thank you for being you.
Love,
The Miche
The look on Cena’s face when he tossed it back to the same spot was great. It was like he was thinking, “Haha, good one. But I know you want my shirt for real.” NO! WE DON’T! Punk rubs salt on the wound. “They didn’t throw my shirt back,” he says after throwing his shirt to the same place.
These two consistently fight good, entertaining matches. I don’t know if anything will ever come close to the Chicago crowd, but I still love watching Cena and Punk give it their all. Punk mocks the Five Knuckle Shuffle, but his bravado goes on a bit too long and Cena counters.
Both men kick out of the other’s finisher. Cena takes a kick to the head and it looks like Punk is about to hit another GTS for the finish when Nash – not looking like he was in a serious car accident in the slightest – distracts him. What the devil is going on here?
Superlatives
Who got got?
“I believe Santino Marella just got got.” Couldn’t have said it better myself, Cole.
Most predictable moment
We all knew Kevin Nash had not been in a car accident, right? Classic misdirect.
Most awkward moment
Dolph Ziggler apparently takes a hand to Vickie Guerrero and the crowd is unsure if they should be offended or not. Obviously you should never hit a lady, but on the other hand it is Vickie Guerrero.
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
RAWards: 8/15/11
Moose is on vacation in Mass., worshiping at the shrine of John Cena. Our weekly RAWards post will be brought to you in a vastly poorer quality by The Miche.
Best Heel Face Award
Runner-ups:
WINNER:
Best Face Heel Award
Lawler-Creepin-on-Kelly-Kelly Award
...this award will again be canceled
due to lack of suitable footage of creeping,
and we will instead give out the...
Most Bone-able Face Award
BECAUSE HE'S AWWWWWWWWWWWWWWESOME!
(and NOT John Cena)
Twweets of the Week
Little Jimmies of the Week
A special "San Diego <3's Rey Mysterio" edition
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