Showing posts with label Macho Man Randy Savage. Show all posts
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Saturday, April 4, 2015

WHO STILL NEEDS TO BE INDUCTED INTO WWE HALL OF FAME?

This year we saw the late Macho Man Randy Savage, as well as Alundra Blayze/Medusa get inducted into the WWE Hall Of Fame. People who were thought to be unlikely, despite fans (and wrestlers/superstars) begging for it. But, they are in. Now, we are basically left with the traditional picks, meaning there wouldn't really be any controversy involved. Really, only Owen Hart and Chris Benoit are left with that distinction. Owen's wife not wanting to be involved with wrestling due to Owen's tragic ending, and of course the Benoit situation almost speaks for itself as to why it won't happen. Even if WWE tried to focus everything on Benoit's in-ring career, the distraction would be massive, and could take away from both his and the other inductees. Sad, but true and understandable.

So, who's really left? Let's focus more on the WWE alumni, as they really have the best odds of getting in as time progresses. And their inductions won't be based on location as some of the WWE's choices have been based on. And that's not to say those outside of WWE history don't deserve in, it is just a matter of opinion, memory, and exposure to those stars. Where if you were in WWE, chances are higher that fans will remember them more, or more fans will at least.

Sting
Up until Wrestlemania 31, this would have felt a tad awkward and likely would have been treated differently. Would Sting have been the "main" inductee if he hadn't appeared in WWE? Or just one of the group, with a WWE alumni getting the honors? All of that no longer matters. Sting has had at least one match (a good match too), and fans showed he is still The Icon. Now it is a matter of when this induction happens. Flair had mentioned "the other" HOF (TNA), will Sting mention them in his speech? Having been there for so long in between WCW and WWE.

X-Pac (Sean Waltman)
His career may not have been as illustrious as the other Kilq members, but Pac has been involved with two of the game changing groups, nWo and DX. Combine that with being a great worker, X-Pac should be in. Shawn Michaels said it himself after Nash was inducted, only two left to go. Pac and Triple H.

Lex Luger
Luger is one of the few WWE and WCW alumni that haven't been inducted. WWE might be able to get past him leaving the company to appear on the first WCW Nitro His involvement with the tragic death of Miss Elizabeth may hinder this from happening, even though Elizabeth's choices were her own, it showed Luger in a different light. Guess we'll have to forever wait and see.

Victoria (Lisa Marie Varon)
With Trish and Lita being Hall Of Famers, it is time to start inducting the other Divas that helped the division during the Attitude Era (and after). Some of Trish's greatest matches came against Victoria, who was also a two time WWE Womens Champion, why not induct Victoria?

Ivory
Although she was quite attractive, Ivory was known more for her character(s). Which was almost, almost, always the anti-Diva in some fashion. And like most of the Divas from the Attitude Era, Ivory could go in the ring (multiple womens titles prove that), and was possibly the best of the ladies at that time on the mic.

Jacqueline
She did it all during and post Attitude Era. The overtly sexual stuff (but with confidence), winning the WWE Womens Championship multiple times, and even becoming the first ever (and at the moment, the only) female to win the WWE Cruiserweight Championship.

Irwin R. Schyster (Mike Rotunda)
Before becoming the Tax Man, Rotunda was a two time WWE Tag Team Champion as part of The U.S. Express. As well as titles from his WCW/NWA days (TV and Tag titles), and another three reigns as tag champs with Million Dollar Man Ted Dibiase in WWE. He's also the father of Bo Dallas and Bray Wyatt, so his inductors are set.

Scott Steiner
Okay, there is still another one that fans want and would be a surprise if it happened. His career is most certainly worthy of an induction into the WWE Hall Of Fame, his illustrious tag team career with is brother Rick as the Steiner Brothers where they traveled the world and won numerous titles. His singles career is also worthy of an induction, more so his WCW than his WWE runs. The problems lies with what makes us all love Big Poppa Pump Scott Steiner, his unpredictability. Steiner isn't afraid of saying what he wants, when he wants. Giving him a live mic at black tie event could go wrong. Most would be entertaining for us fans, however it could get ugly. And in typical Poppa Pump fashion, incoherently delivered.

Just a small list of course, there are countless wrestlers/sports entertainers who deserve to be inducted into the WWE Hall Of Fame. For some of them, the WWE Network could help their cause as new fans could take a liking to their previous bodies of work, and old fans remember the ones they may have forgotten.


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Monday, March 2, 2015

NO LESNER? NO PROBLEM!!

Rumors are running rampant after a heated argument between Vince McMahon and Brock Lesner, followed by an apparent "walk-off" by Brock Lesner before last weeks Monday Night Raw. Rumors are that the verbal engagement was over Lesner's next contract, and allowing Brock to attend UFC 184. Which as most know, Lesner attended, and sat with Dana White. There are even reports that despite all of this, Vince McMahon doesn't see a need for a back-up plan as WWE will sue Brock if he doesn't fulfill his contractual obligation. Although he may have said that, it would almost be safe to assume he's already thought of a plan B. There's always a plan B (ask Triple H).

So, let's assume that there is some real validity to all of this. Brock Lesner decides to not show up, or he does and is obviously not going to follow the plan. It could happen, the amount of money Brock could make from the publicity and a fight in the UFC (with Mir) could outweigh what Vince McMahon and the WWE could take away in court...

Whether he shows or not, Brock is stripped of the WWE World Heavyweight Championship and subsequently "fired". That is either during the pre-show or at the start of Wrestlemania 31. The top prize in all of Sports Entertainment is vacant. Ironically, the night before "Macho Man" Randy Savage was inducted into the WWE Hall Of Fame. Savage captured the WWE Heavyweight Championship at Wrestlemania IV (4), in an elimination tournament to determine the champ. So, to further honor the memory of the late legend, it happens again. With the exception of Tag Team and Divas matches, every match is now apart of the tournament. IC and US titles on line, but also advance in the tournament. The winner of the 2nd Annual Andre The Giant Memorial Battle Royal will get a pass into the second round, similar to how Andre partook at Wrestlemania IV. The end result can still end up with Roman Reigns being victorious (if that is the true plan), and perhaps earn admiration for how he does it. Or whomever they choose. The list of people the fans would go nuts for is pretty long.

For some it is a good idea, for others it is a lousy one. But, to the detractors, it is at least something. This will likely be for not, as Vince generally gets his way no matter the cost (to him or others). The card is looking pretty stacked though, Sting/Triple H, Undertaker/Bray Wyatt, etc. Making it all for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship could make it all that much more meaningful. either way, can't wait to see how everything plays out on March 29th, 2015.

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Saturday, February 14, 2015

WRESTLING COUPLES

Kayfabe, real-life, and a mixture of the two. Some are entertaining, some are surprising (to the average fan), and so on, and so on. Keeping with the occasion of Valentine's Day, here are some of the Non-Geeky Nerd's favorite Wrestling Couples...

"Mach Man" Randy Savage and Miss Elizabeth
If you followed wrestling in the 1980's, this was THE couple of wrestling. Real life married couple (even before SummerSlam 1991), but unfortunately ended up divorcing. But even so, for most they will always be the first couple of wrestling.


Matt Hardy and Lita
They were everyone's (mostly) favorite couple during the Attitude Era. Then they were everyone's favorite Jerry Springer couple when Edge was added to the mix. It made for a great worked shoot each week for a period at least.


Triple H and Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley
They are this generations Vince and Linda McMahon. And to think how they started is quite hilarious in hind sight. Triple H definitely upgraded as we all know. Chyna be crazy.


Jeff Jarrett and Karen Jarrett (formerly Angle)
This was Matt and Lita on a higher level so to speak. The real life story behind it all, made Jeff Jarrett and Kurt Angle's matches that much more intense.  Guess we can thank Karen for that?


CM Punk and AJ Lee
Sure, Punk has jumped over to MMA via the UFC. But, this was more prefered than Cena and Nikki Bella or Daniel Bryan and Brie Bella. Right?


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Sunday, February 9, 2014

MISSING FROM THE WWE HALL OF FAME

Being more similar to the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame than that of a professional sports Hall Of Fame, like that of baseball in good old Cooperstown. Things like politics, popularity, are amongst the things that are weighed in on during the selection process. Not exactly sure mind you, but all these things seem to be involved when looking at past inductions and the snubs that occur every year.

Here are a list of wrestlers, managers and celebrities that have yet to be inducted into what has become the illustrious WWE Hall Of Fame...


"Macho Man" Randy Savage
Similar to the Sting rumors and speculation that occurs this time of year, Macho Man's right up there with Hall Of Fame whispers. Reasons for why the late legend range from him wanting his family (The Poffo's) to all be inducted, similar to that of the Von Erich family, to the ever popular, Vince won't induct Savage because Randy had relations with Stephanie McMahon during his WWE tenure. With Macho Man having passed away and his brother and the McMahons staying tight lipped on the situation, we may never know why. As outlandish as the Stephanie thing may seem, the fact that Vince is well known for "sucking it up" in the name of business, it isn't so far fetched, however with how proud of a man that Randy was, the wanting the Poffo family to be inducted seems reasonable as well. Fans don't care, we just want it done. Ooooooooh Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! Dig It!!



Owen Hart
I've read that it is the late wrestler's wife who has doesn't want this or anything to do with wrestling. Nobody can blame her with the way that Owen lost his life, the circumstances surrounding that situation. It could however be nice ending to all of this, allowing her and Owen's fans to fully move on. There is good news as the WWE Network will have Owen's WWE career on display, with of course Over The Edge being edited out of respect for the late wrestler and his family. Perhaps one day this induction will happen. Bret will do the honors of course.



Enhancement Wing
Up until the Monday Night Wars begun really, these wrestlers were not only key to developing and debuting talent, they were at times just as known as the people they were putting over. The Rock's catchphrase "Jabroni" sort of made them a pun, but let's not forget their importance in the past. Sean "X-Pac/Syxx/123 Kid" Waltman began or appeared to begin as one in the WWE. Don't forget names like "Iron Mike" Sharpe, or *pats self on the back* Barry Horowitz. Even the Hardys were an enhancement tag team before stepping up to non-Jabroni status.



Chris Benoit
Despite how great he was in that squared circle, the decision to not induct him makes complete and total sense with how things occurred. Which is sad, as again he was a great wrestler who had legendary matches with the likes of Jericho, Booker T, list goes on, but don't forget about his matches with Olympic gold medalist, Kurt Angle. If things were different, imagine the match(es) the late wrestler would have had with todays superstars in both WWE and TNA. Names like Daniel Bryan, CM Punk, AJ Styles, Samoa Joe, etc. And we will be able to see past action involving Benoit on the upcoming WWE Network.



Scott Hall
Hey yo! Now it is possible, and likely that the WWE has been waiting for Razor Ramon to clean up and get healthy, and stay clean. Which from what I have seen has been the case with everyone's favorite, Bad Guy. It was speculated that Scott skipped out on being with Shawn Michaels for his induction, as to avoid any old demons knocking him of the wagon, but he appears to be doing well so it may just be a matter of time. If Wrestlemania takes place in Atlanta  again in the future, would love to see a "n.W.o" theme with Hall, Kevin Nash and Sean Waltman all going in.



Mr. T
I was surprised when I read that he wasn't already in, as I assumed he perhaps was inducted during the days when the HOF wasn't as big of a deal as it is today. He was, for most of us, the first celebrity to step between the ropes and be in the match. First in the main event of the innaugrial Wrestlemania teaming with Hulk Hogan, and then in a Boxing turned Wrestling match with the legendary Rowdy Roddy Piper. I heard this has been on his end by declining the induction, but I pity the fool who doesn't think he should be in there.



Tazz
If there was anybody who transitioned from ECW to WWE the best, it was Tazz. Some may say Rob Van Dam, but Taz was allowed to speak more, and was even able to extend his career behind the announce table. It may be due to his tenure at TNA obviously, but the moment he is off that sinker, it is time to have an ECW themed Hall Of Fame. It isn't as often as it used to, but there are still "ECW" chants at times. Tazz, Paul Heyman, The Dudleys (when Bully/Bubba Ray is done in TNA) and RVD (when he's finished wrestling) all deserve a spot. Any area would work, but Philly or New York would be quite the rowdy Hall Of Fame crowd to hear. The Human Suplex Machine deserves to make the HOF just another victim.



Eric Bischoff
Love him or hate him, Easy E' gave us a really good WCW for a long time. There may have been some old school fans at that time who didn't like things, but the ratings and money didn't translate that. Bischoff took WCW and went head to head with Vince McMahon and WWE, and was winning and almost put them out of business. This of course, turned into the WWE and the talent raising their games even higher for not just the comeback, but the purchasing of WCW. Some of the greatest moments in pro wrestling came from Eric Bischoff's WCW (Hogan and n.W.o., Goldberg and his streak, etc). He may have to be completly done with wrestling before this ever happens, but with past promoters and wrestlers have proven Vince will induct you if it is good for business. I think this would be. the case.



Vince Russo
I AM JOKING!!!! RELAX!!!! Laughter is good for the soul ahahahaha



Vince McMahon
He isn't a young man, even though he may outlive us all. However, in any case, it would be great to see Vinnie Mac break down and be genuinely humble, but more importantly, it would be great to see him thank all the wrestlers who sacrificed so much to help his company grow and dominate. It would be interesting to see who he would name drop in doing so. One would think 'Taker would be, given his loyalty through the "War". Austin for the money. His father was inducted in the 1996 Hall Of Fame ceremony.



Wrestling Families
I have read there is talks of the WWE inducting "matches". Which I am not quite sure is good, with some matches being great matches but then some matches were simply hyped up matches (ie Hulk/Andre at Mania III). Factions is a good way to continue on going, however, I think that perhaps they should look at inducting wrestling families first. We have the Von Erich Family in there, and numerous members from wrestling families in there, why not have that be a new "wing"? Families like the Hart's, Vochon's, Poffo's, Windham-Rotunda's, Armstrong's (Road Dogg's family), amongst others. The first induction really should be the Anoa'i-Maivia family, not only huge, but several current and future Hall Of Famers are amongst them.


Goldberg, Lex Luger, and a long list of others deserve a spot, and then there are those still in "the game" who it will become a matter of when, or "why not's" every year they don't. There is Sting, but he may be close to achieving this if reports are correct.

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Sunday, February 2, 2014

IT'S IN THE GENES

It may not always be genetics, but there is definitely a perk to being apart of a wrestling family. Since the end of the territory days, with the exception of Kerry Von Erich maybe, there hadn't really been a known to be next generation wrestler until The Rock in the late 90's being the WWE's first 3rd Generation Wrestler. Most but not were aware of the 2nd Generation stars like "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, Bret "The Hitman" Hart amongst others.

The WWE currently has roughly 10+ next generation wrestlers working both the current main rosters as well as NXT. Some are part of their characters or announced every show like Cody Rhodes and Goldust being the 2nd Generation stars following in their legendary father, Dusty Rhodes footsteps. There is Curtis Axel (Joe Henning) who is currently following in The Rock's initial steps, using a combo of both his father (Rocky Johnson) and Grandfather (High Chief Peter Maivia) with Rocky Maivia. Then there is Roman Reigns of The Shield, who is in fact a third generation superstar in his own right being son of Afa (and is also brother of former WWE star Rosie, Super Hero In Training). Plus others, some of whom will be mentioned below.

Here are a list of some of the wrestling families, while I'll be sticking with the better known members, in most cases some of these bloodlines seem to produce nothing but wrestlers, who simply never made it to WWE, WCW or even TNA Wrestlings rosters over the years.



The Anoa'i/Maivia Family
Possibly the largest wrestling family there is, and a knack for giving us top performers over these years. Greats like High Chief Peter Maivia, Wild Samoans Afa and Sika, Yokozuna (yes non-hardcore fans he was actually Samoan), Rikishi (who's used many monikers), The Rock, Umaga, Rosie, and a bunch of others who've both made the top companies and haven't, yet wrestled elsewhere. Current stars from this family include Jimmy and Jey Uso (Rikishi's sons) and Leati Joseph Anoa'i better known as Roman Reigns.



The Hart Family
Canada's top or better known wrestling dynasties. With the Hart's every one of wrestler/promoter/trainer Stu Hart's sons wrestled and his each of his daughters married a wrestler. Best known would be Bret "The Hitman" Hart and his brother Owen Hart and their brother in-laws Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart and "British Bulldog" Davey Boy Smith (who is cousins with Dynamite Kid, who's ex-wife is Bret's ex-wifes sister). Of course there is a third generation with D.H. Smith (Harry Smith, son of Davey Boy Smith and Diana Hart), Teddy Hart (son of wrestler B.J. Annis and Georgia Hart, and Natalya Neidhart (Jim Neidhart and Ellie Hart) who recently married WWE star Tyson Kidd (TJ Wilson).



The Guerrero Family
They are Mexico's Dynasty to at least the mainstream media. Similar to the Hart Family, every one of Gory Guerrero's sons was a wrestler, even his wife, Herlinda Llanes came from a wrestling family. Best known is the late Eddie Guerrero and his wife current EXCUSE ME! star Vickie Guerrero. Also there's Hector Guerrero, Chavo Guerrero Sr (better known to current generation as Chavo Classic perhaps) and since I don't want to leave him out finally Mondo. Third generation star is Chavo Guerrero Jr who's been in WWE, WCW and TNA. Also there is Eddie and Vickie's daughter, Shaul Guerrero, working under the name Raquel Diaz on NXT. Guerrero Siempre!


The Windham-Rotunda Family
I was surprised by this at first, but then everything made sense. In this family it seems to be a case of genetics and upbringing. Wrestling legend Black Jack Mulligan (Robert Jack Mulligan) is the father of wrestling greats Barry Windham and Kendall Windham, but is also the step-father of another great, Mike Rotunda or I.R.S., Irwin R. Schyster. Rotunda is father of current WWE and NXT superstars, Windham Rotunda aka Bray Wyatt (he was known as Husky Harris during the "Nexus" days) and Bo Dallas (Taylor Rotunda).



The Poffo Family
Even though there isn't going to be a next generation star from this bloodline by the looks of it, they deserve mention, not just for level of greatness, but for the shock that I am sure I wasn't alone in feeling when I heard this bloodline. Angelo Poffo, Randy Poffo and Lanny Poffo. The late Angelo Poffo is the wrestling legend and father of the late and legendary "Macho Man" Randy Savage and his brother "The Genius". And of course we all know that Randy was once married (in real life) to the late Miss Elizabeth (Elizabeth Hulette). If never going to be an induction into WWE's Hall Of Fame, we would love to know the reason.



The Rhodes Family
"The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes (Virgil Runnels Jr.) is a legendary WWE Hall Of Famer, and is father of two future HOF inductees, Goldust/Dustin Rhodes (Dustin Runnels) and Cody Rhodes (Cody Runnels). Dustin really came into his own once he became Goldust, and is leading a small "Attitude Era" resurgence within the the WWE. And was of course once married to Marlena (Terri Runnels). Cody is so good he successfully "gimmicked" a protective mask and then a mustache. That takes skill. Also, Dusty Rhodes is the brother in-law of Nasty Boys member Jerry Sags (Jerome Saganovich) and Tugboat/Typhoon/Shockmaster (Fred Ottoman). Both of whom are also Cody's Uncle. Cody's Godfather is also wrestling great Magnum T.A. (Terry Allen).



The Flair Family
Perhaps Ric Flair was "too great" for his sons to succeed in wrestling. With David Flair, it could have been from being in WCW during the wrong era and/or not being in the WWE instead. With Naitch's other son, Reid Flair, it was a tragic case of a drug over-dose that is likely the cause for not getting to the level he was capable of reaching if not for his demons. There is a ray of light within the Flair Family (which is Fliehr in real life) with The Nature Boy's daughter Ashley Flair is on NXT using the name Charlotte (likely homage to Flair country Charlotte, NC) WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!



The Von Erich Family
Possibly the most tragic stories of all the wrestling families and in a business loaded with it. Wrestling great Fritz Von Erich (Jack Adkisson) had 6 sons; Jack Jr, Kevin, David, Kerry, Mike and Chris. Jack Jr passed at the age of 6, but the other Von Erich sons all followed their father into the business of pro wrestling. Tragically, only Kevin Von Erich is still alive, with his brothers all meeting untimely deaths at young ages. Kerry Von Erich was best known to WWE fans as the Texas Tornado back in the 90's, where he actually wrestled on a prosthetic leg, but took his own life at the age of  . There is a ray of hope in the Von Erich clan, while Kerry's daughter Lacey Von Erich was at one time wrestling in TNA, and Kevin has two sons currently breaking out in the business. Perhaps one day we will see The Claw return to the main stage at the hand of a Von Erich..


The Henning Family
The wrestling great, Larry "The Axe" Henning is father to the late, legendary "Mr. Perfect" Curt Henning. And of course put the names together and you get current WWE third generation superstar, Curtis Axel (Joe Henning). Curt's daughter Amy is also a wrestler apparently. An almost "perfect" wrestling family. Pun obvious. Pun intended.


The DiBiase Family
"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase Sr., was the son of Helen Nevins a female wrestler and her husband, his adoptive father, "Iron" Mike DiBiase. Tragically, Mike died from a heart attack during a match with "Mountain Man" Mike in July 1969. There is a thrid generation of DiBiase's in the wrestling business, with Ted DiBiase Jr having formerly been in WWE, and his two brothers Mike DiBiase II and Brett DiBiase although currently retired were also professional wrestlers.



The McMahon Family
We may not always like the product that they give us, or the desicions that they make at times, but we should all be thankful that this family has existed in professional wrestling. Beginning with boxing and wrestling promoter, Roderick McMahon. Followed by his son also a wrestling promoter, Vincent J. McMahon who gave us Vinnie Mac, Vince K. McMahon. Hard to put one label on Vince promoter, entrepreneur, wrestler list goes on. Even that applies to Vince and Linda's children, Shane McMahon who worked for the family company on all levels from office to ref to even wrestling as well, and same can be said for Stephanie McMahon-Levesque, who is married to WWE great Triple H (Paul Levesque) who is now doing what the McMahon's do behind the scenes also after a stellar and now part-time wrestling career.


The list of wrestling families is pretty extensive, with mine being the tip of a massive ice berg. Remember the little baby Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat brought with him during Wrestlmania IV? For those unaware, that was his son and even he's in the business right now

A few others from the endless list of other 2nd and 3rd generation stars are;
  • Jake "The Snake" Roberts
  • Wes Brisco
  • Tamina Snuka
  • Deuce (Jimmy Snuka Jr.)
  •  "The Mountie" Jacques Rougeau
  • Ray Rougeau
  • "Road Dogg" Jesse James and referee brother Scott Armstrong

Friday, October 25, 2013

FINISH HIM!!!!!!!! TOP 5 FINISHING MOVES

We all have our favorites, and for different reasons. The can be basic and simple, they can come from out of nowhere, or they so amazing your left wondering how, and if the person who received it is still alive. Yes, wrestling is scripted, but the moves can be dangerous or deadly, hence why the pro's do it, and we the fans watch (if you try them, your not a fan, you are an idiot).

Here's the Non-Geeky Nerds Top 5 Favorite finishers;



5) Sweet Chin Music/Super Kick
Whether its with the band tuning up or from out of nowhere, and also regardless of who delivers it, this move makes the list. Surprise factor (timing), and there is also room for error that could leave the move looking weak or the receiver left toothless. You "baby" the move and everyone will see you didn't connect, but if you go too hard, your gonna connect with the persons head/face.


4) K.O. Punch
There really isn't anything more basic than a straight right or left hook. However, when it is delivered by a 7ft 500lbs giant, that basic move becomes weapon of mass destruction. Every time Big Show (Paul White) delivers his K.O. Punch, I find myself wondering what if? Imagine if Show connected with one by accident or if he was pissed off at the person (backstage heat)? Scary stuff.



3) Rock Bottom
I almost put the Stunner in this position, but the needed boot before delivery bumped it in place of this one. Rock Bottom or if your a Booker T fan, Book End, is a finsiher that is both something that can come from out of nowhere but also for a photo op moment (ie Rock/Hogan WM18). And either way, it usually signals The Rock is about to get the W.



2) R.K.O/Diamond Cutter
The move is owned by Randy Orton right now (not complaining), but before it became the R.K.O., most of us knew it as the Diamond Cutter. Regardless of the name or who uses it, this move is a favorite because it can happen at anytime and can come from out of nowhere. Even in situations where we know Orton is going to win the match, we are left with the possibility of a surprise on "when" the match will end.



1) The Canadian Destroyer
If you have not seen this move before, I urge you to at least check it out on Youtube. The wrestler who is known for this, is Canada's own, Petey Williams. I don't really have to get into just how dangerous this move is, as we all know the risk involved in a basic piledriver, but a flipping piledriver? Gives you that "Sick" feeling in both the good and bad way at the same time every time you see it.


Honorable mentions are Stone Cold's Stunner, 'Takers Tombstone, Jericho's Lionsault and Macho Man's Elbow Drop. Not on the list because they are even more obvious than the ones already listed, but also because I like them for who delivered them.


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