WANTED: ASIAN WWE CHAMPION

Before anyone says or thinks it, Yokozuna was not Asian but rather a Samoan (Polynesian) portraying one. So he doesn't count. We are talking mainly Japan and/or China, since that is where they will likely be billed from, but from an Asian country. Besides the point. In Japan wrestling is just as big as it is here in North America. Both with their own promotions, and whenever a promotion (a legit one) crosses the Pacific. It has been that way for decades.

So, why hasn't there been an Asian WWE Champion? Sure, we have had some superstars over the years of Asian decent, but nobody rose to the top. Some were never really able to "get over" while stars like Tajiri or Ultimo Dragon (who actually were able to garner some mid-card success in WWE). Perhaps the obvious reason could be the language barrier, North American English is said to be the hardest language to learn, and things can lose momentum with todays audiences and trying to understand broken English. Add the numerous appearances that may require a strong ability on a microphone (tv and radio talk shows, etc). Tajiri is rumored to be capable of speaking English quite fluently, but chooses to appear as though he can't in order to remain in character. There isn't anyone else who can? Even American born wrestlers like Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat (who is half Japanese) to represent their heritage? And even if there isn't, add another reason to the list of why "managers" are needed. Yokozuna only said "Bonzai!", even if he was actually Japanese, that is all he needed to say with people like Mr. Fuji (American born Japanese performer) or Jim Cornette doing the talking.
What started this thought, was watching a Hideo Itami match on NXT. Very talented, over with the crowd, and will likely make it to the main roster one day. However, I couldn't help but wonder, "Will he ever be a top contender in WWE? Will he ever wear the WWE World Heavyweight Championship?". This of course thinking back through time, and finding that there hasn't been any WWE Champions of Asian decent. There was an article years ago that had stated WWE Hall Of Famer, Antonio Inoki had defeated Bob Backlund for the WWE (WWWF) Championship in a match in Japan, but it was never recognized by WWE (WWWF). Even if this is a legit incident, reconized or not, it was in the 70's. Almost 40 years ago.

Will there ever be an Asian WWE Champion? There's been countless Caucasians, a few black wrestlers, a couple Samoan and Hispanic wrestlers, and an East Indian in Great Khali (who only captured the World title, and not the WWE title). Wrestling was and is built on diversity, it would be nice to see this continue with the WWE Championship/WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Whichever the name, but the main belt of the WWE.

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WANTED: FUTURE WWE GIANTS

It almost feels like a dying art, but it isn't an art, it is simply lack of talent with giant proportions. Of course, this isn't really referring to late greats Andre The Giant and Giant Gonzalez, or today's Giants, Big Show and Great Khali. They are as rare as they are special. This article is referring more to giants  like Kevin Nash, Undertaker, and Kane. Even Mark Henry, who makes up for the height in sheer size and strength.

Most of the names that will pop into your head are likely either retired or in the latter stages of their careers. Which leaves the question, who will be next? Is there even anyone on the horizon? Nobody comes to mind, unless they are currently on the indy scene. There is Matt Morgan, who many thought would have a long and successful career in sports entertainment, is currently "away from the game". Which is somewhat sad, giants have always been apart of the wrestling world, and legitimized the traditional "David versus Goliath" storyline. WWE could easily carry on as thought giants were still there, by focusing on 6'2" and under talent overcoming the muscular 6'6" to 6'9" talent. Example would be say Daniel Bryan or Dolph Ziggler taking on Titus O'Neil or Eric Rowan. It would work, but wouldn't be what is was. The sheer height added a different dimension amongst the muscular bodies, high flyers, and mat wrestlers.

It hadn't crossed a thought before, not like it always had with someone like Big Show or Khali as again, they are rare. But, the other giants in the 6'10" to 7'0" range  are just as rare it would seem. If you are reading this  and are or know somebody who is in that height range, hit the gym and find a way to WWE's headquarters or training facilities. You/they could get an opportunity simply based on size. They might need you.

That was both a joke and a serious nudge. The question is whether or not WWE is aware of the dying breed of giants amongst the ranks. Time will eventually catch up with who they have now, and haven't noticed anyone amongst the NXT (next) crop of sports entertainers.


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WILL MANAGERS EVER FULLY RETURN?

Managers, valets, agents, whatever you want to call them have been slowly dying off over the years in the WWE. Which is both sad and ironic as some of the greatest have come from or through the WWE. Legends like Bobby The Brain Heenan, Captain Lou Albano, Paul Bearer, Miss Elizabeth, Jim Cornette, the list goes on. Paul Heyman (who is truly one of, if not the greatest) is keeping the position alive appearing mainly with Brock Lesner. He was put with guys like Ryback and Cesaro but wasn't with them long enough to really do anything. CM Punk he wasn't "needed" but was surly amplified by Heyman's presence.

That is what managers are for, they make their clients better. The most obvious is their ability to cover the weak points, and magnify the strong points (Heyman is a master at this). Best examples would be the managers doing most, if not all of the talking. Both to cut a promo on an opponent, but to also boast about the performer. This helps carry the talent in an area they may be new or struggling with, while they learn to do so or improve on their own. Remember when Bobby The Brain Heenan began to manage Andre The Giant? It wasn't as though Brain was needed, it was Andre The Giant. With Andre's heel turn, most notably against Hulk Hogan, there needed to be more of a verbal build up given the new age of Sports Entertainment. Given his French accent, Andre wasn't always "understandable". So, Heenan would run his mouth, and Andre would basically close with a one liner. It truly added to the build up of one wrestling history's biggest main events. Or how about Paul Bearer shortly after Undertaker debuted? His voice, mic work and ring knowledge added to that character in a massive way. Would Undertaker have become a what he is today if he didn't have Paul in the beginning? Maybe, but maybe not.
We are sort of seeing Lana as a manager, but the more WWE has Rusev speak, the more it adds to the apparent problems that are brewing between them. Which is a shame if it happens. She combines both the mic work of a traditional manager, but also adds the beauty of a valet. Imagine where past stars like Vladimir Kozlov or Ezekiel Jackson could have done with a valet or manager like this. They may have done better, and lasted longer. Or even present stars like Ryback or Big E, who aren't the best on the mic but physical specimens.

Sure, WWE wants their stars to be able to do it all on their own. Understandably so, only the best should be at the top. It is just that history has shown us, sometime even the best can go to another level with a little help. It can also be done through the making of tag teams, but that is another topic for another day. Bottom line, WWE might want to consider even creating their own as Heyman and Zeb won't be around forever.


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WWE LEGENDS HOUSE. WHO SHOULD BE NEXT?

Although not too different from your typical reality show, where a large chunk of things is generally "planned" or "scripted", but WWE Legends House wasn't too bad. The first season saw legends Pat Patterson, Rowdy Roddy Piper, Tony Atlas, Hillbilly Jim, Mouth Of The South Jimmy Hart, Howard Finkel, Mean Gene Okerland, and Hacksaw Jim Duggan. An entertaining cast, and their different personalities clashing and combining made for some great moments on the show. It would have been interesting to see Duggan and Atlas come to blows, it would have put a damper on things, but would've been nice to see who'd win. Hacksaw is stupid tough, but Atlas is still a walking tank. That was really the only negativeness on the show, the verbal disputes between the two. But, there was of course the emotional roller coasters with Pat Patterson "coming out" to the public, Jim Duggan and Jimmy Hart's personal losses in their lives, everyone's stories added a refreshing realism to these guys. Larger than life characters, who at the end of the day, are just as human as those they entertain.

So, we'll assume that WWE will be bringing the show back for another season. The question is, who will make up the cast? Of course, everyone will have their personal favorites, as we do here in the upcoming list, the problem is which of the Legends are both entertaining outside of the ring, but not in a destructive way that could destroy the atmosphere of the show. Remember Chyna on "Celebrity Rehab" a few years ago? Wasn't entertaining at all, and was sad if anything (and if you've seen her as of late, things got worse). Characters like The Nasty Boys may be entertaining for a moment, but possibly could become "too much" and not funny. WWE will likely stick to the Hall Of Famers or the proven "good boys" or company guys (Hillbilly Jim). So, who does the Non-Geeky Nerd think should be in Legends House? They are...

George The Animal Steele

There is so much more to the man behind the character. Of course, there would have to be some turnbuckle pads set up around the house as to keep with character at times.

Jerry The King Lawler

Might conflict with Raw and what not, but a storyline hiatus could make it work. But, it may also conflict with him hosting the "reunion" show, but like puppies, we want KING!

Koko B. Ware

The only real stipulation is that he brings the bird (not sure if Frankie is still alive), as it goes with his persona, but could also drive some members nuts leading to the needed "drama" of the house.

Mick Foley

Mick can be the funny one, he can be the peace keeper, or he can be the one everyone picks on (or the Jimmy Hart of the group). It fits with him being the young one of the house. Maybe too early for his era, but who better to "bridge the gap"?

Iron Sheik

Remember that destructiveness mentioned before? As entertaining as he can be, the possibility of him creating a negative tone would be high....er than he would be. But, if there is always editing so maybe.

Bobby The Brain Heenan

Would have been the absolute best choice. Sadly, Brain is battling through health issues making this near impossible. But, again he'd have been the best choice, and likely would have been apart of the inaugural cast.

So many of the Legends who would have been perfect for the show have unfortunately passed away through the years. And it may be too early to use Attitude Era legends, and not too sure if the "bigger" names like Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair, and others would sign on for this. Guess we will have to wait and see, well those with WWE Network, everyone else get on that as it is truly a great deal. And we're only in the beginning of all this, things can or should only get better.


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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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FUTURE ENDEAVOR SEASON

Usually not long after Wrestlemania, the WWE begins to thin out their roster. Up until a few years ago, it was always the main roster that saw the majority of the cuts. Nowadays with NXT in the mix of things it is a combination of both. We'll focus on the main roster for this, but who should possibly be a bit worried? It is rumored, and a bit apparent, that WWE is looking to put more focus on the United States and Intercontinental Championships. And there is a small resurgence within the tag team division. Add the fact that Seth Rollins is now WWE World Heavyweight Champion, so the main title will be in the mix of things. This is all great. However, you need talent to do this.

But, business is business. Although most of the cuts will likely come from NXT, as there has been less invested in them so far so to speak. This list will focus on those from the main roster who may want to worry about their job security with WWE. Some are simply under utilized, rarely seen, at the end of their in-ring career, etc, etc. And they are...

Heath Slater

With Titus O'Neil reforming Prime Time Players with Darren Young, the One Man Rock Band's career doesn't look too good. Unless WWE comes up with a new plan quick, Slater may be playing his tune elsewhere.

Zack Ryder

His popularity with the IWC is possibly what has kept Ryder around for this long. Under utilization would be to blame here. Here's hoping he forms a tag team with someone, and keeps around within the tag division. Or somehow rises in the ranks with the mid-card titles.

Goldust

 Goldie has shown that he can still go, but after the partnership with Cody, sorry, Stardust ended. Where else is there for the Bizarre One to go? Behind the scenes of course. Like his father, the talent doesn't simply lay with an in-ring career.

The New Day

Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods, and Big E. All three of them. Unless this was all a plan, and there is an upcoming heel turn, New Day sucks (as the crowds are now saying). Even if this wasn't a plan, a new direction needs to happen soon.

R-Truth

Truth is entertaining no matter what direction he takes his character. But, like many he is mainly under utilized. Perhaps after all these years of being a showman, a heel turn and being the front man of a heel New Day could save Truth (and as stated previously, New Day as well).

Adam Rose

There didn't seem to be a plan for this character if and when, which it basically has, the party ended. If you count a short feud (if you can call it that) with The Bunny, he hasn't done much. Time to restart the party, or change the direction. Overly used, but possibly a legit heel turn?

Christian

He's currently resting and heeling up, but how much longer will WWE keep Captain Charisma around? At least as an in-ring performer, there must be a behind the scenes position for Christian if he chooses that route.

A Diva would usually be added to the list, however, AJ Lee has just recently retired from WWE. Whether or not the remains she is finished with wrestling remains to be scene. Likely though given the playing field. Of course, none of the performers deserve to be let go, it is just how things are going or how they are, or haven't been used. This is why there needs to be not a competing second company, but how WWE and WCW coexisted during say the 80's and early 90's. Guess we'll see how, when, or if this all plays out.


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WILL WWE RAW DELIVER?

For a lot of fans, especially before the WWE Network when we were left to order through pay-per-view and may not have the money to do so, the Raw that follows Wrestlemania is where it is all at. First we would get to find out all of the results (before the internet, this was how it was done if not by word of mouth), and of course the fallout or Backlash (some will remember the significance) from the night before. Although they mention it during the fall, but the Raw that follows Wrestlemania is truly WWE's season premier. Whether a continuance of the "previous season", or fresh new feuds. Which at times has meant there would be some debuts made on Raw. Remember when The Rock had done it all, was ready to walk away, and during "Rock Appreciation Night" out came Goldberg to make his WWE debut.

It also made for possible returns to the WWE. Something that will be more the norm than debuts, as there isn't really a competitor at the moment, and most of the significant WCW talent has either already crossed the line, or is too old for it to mean anything. Sting was truly the last piece of that puzzle. It will be interesting to see if Sting will be continuing on, and having any more matches with WWE. He certainly showed last night that he is quite capable to do so. If this was 10 years ago, no doubt about it. We would also see Degeneration-X VS n.W.o. carry on from Wrestlemania 31. However, time is the proverbial biotch so that is unlikely. And that is not to take away from anything last night. That was truly an all around magical moment in WWE and Wrestlemania history.
There are many things each person will look forward to. Personally, looking to see how the mid-card titles go. Rumors stating the WWE is looking to put more focus on them, should mean some great moments, however it could become just series of matches. Only way for this to truly work out, is if at the end of what they are doing, somebody emerges from the group as a main event contender. Remember Macho Man, Ultimate Warrior, etc after they won the Intercontinental Championship? Right into the WWE Championship picture. Something that rarely has happened since John Cena won the US Championship at Wrestlemania XX (20). Also, looking forward to seeing if Sting and Undertaker will be sticking around. And of course, the fallout from the WWE Championship match. Which was beautifully done.

Types most of this while watching Raw actually. Seems, the was a return (Sheamus. Looking...well...you'll see) and we'll find out about Sting and of course how Brock will be used now that he has re-signed. Will he get the WWE Championship back? Will there be another feud for him? Limited appearances again, so they will be meaningful.

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