Boon 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 I'm hoping it will be for the IC title, so here is my prediction for the competitors. Jericho Benjamin Christian Edge Snitsky Kane Also possible: Maven, Hassan Thoughts? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperJerk 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 My guess is they'll do a 3 team TLC match (Jericho plus 5 other guys). Possibly Jericho and Benoit vs. Edge and Xtian vs. Tajiri and Regal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
foleyfanforever88 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 Jericho vs Benoit vs Christian vs Edge vs Eddie vs Rey Winner is the #1 contender for their show. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boon 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 Jericho vs Benoit vs Christian vs Edge vs Eddie vs Rey Winner is the #1 contender for their show. If they went that way, take out Christian, Eddie and Rey (they'll have their feud by then) and replace them with Show, Booker and Carlito, or someone who won't have a feud by then. Man- that match would blow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alfdogg 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 Undertaker, Show, Heidenrich, Viscera, Kane, Snitsky Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lord of The Curry 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 If it's RAW-exclusive: Benoit, Jericho, Edge, Christian, Benjamin and Hassan. Interpromotional: Benoit, Jericho, Edge, Eddy, Rey and Booker. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cawthon777 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 Yeah, Jericho didn't say Raw superstars, did he? He just said WWE. Maybe it's too early to read much into that but that would make for a great interpromotional match. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MillenniumMan831 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 Actually, I think he did say Raw superstars but that could have been an f up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest TigerDriver91 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 Undertaker, Show, Heidenrich, Viscera, Kane, Snitsky MOTY Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NYU 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 If they go with an Interpromotional Ladder Match, I actually think they're going to replace Benoit with Christian. This way, Christian has a relatively high-profile match for Mania to reward his improvement in the past few months. Then maybe they'll put Benoit with Hassan, especially since it didn't seem like any part of that feud with Hassan was resolved on Monday. Plus, looking past his wrestling skills, Hassan gets way too much of a reaction from the crowd to NOT be put on the WrestleMania card. Ladder Match for #1 Contendership Chris Jericho vs. Edge vs. Christian vs. Eddie Guerrero vs. Rey Misterio vs. Booker T Chris Benoit vs. Mohammed Hassan ...is how I see them going with this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boon 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 If it turns out that they have it for the #1 contender's spot, it'd probably be a Smackdown guy getting the win, b/c I doubt HHH/Batista will end at Mania- and aren't we supposed to get Eddie V. Rey? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
starvenger 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 I'm hoping it will be for the IC title, so here is my prediction for the competitors. Jericho Benjamin Christian Edge Snitsky Kane Also possible: Maven, Hassan Thoughts? If they're trying to outdo Ultimate X then you might not want Snitsky and Kane in there. Or Maven, for that matter. Jury's still out on Hassan, but he bumped ok yesterday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boon 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 Well, that's not who I'd book in there. I'd book Jericho, Benjamin, Benoit, Christian, Edge and Hassan, b/c I saw Hassan at the BU house show w/ Benoit, and he didn't do bad at all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UseTheSledgehammerUh 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 Jim Ross clearly, clearly, clearly stated after Jericho's promo: "Wow, folks, Jericho challenges *five RAW superstars.... No Interpromotional Match. Which sucks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ravenbomb 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 Jericho, Benoit, Tajiri, Benjamin, Edge, and Christian Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrVenkman PhD 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 I figured it would be a match for the IC title and Edge would be in it, but that makes no sense after his "I am better than all titles and need the World title" promo. Same reason I discounted it being TLC 5 (Jericho/Benoit vs E&C vs. Tajiri/Regal). I'm pretty sure Edge has also mentioned he has no desire to do that type of match again, though I guess if he wasn't jumping off the top of 20 foot ladders and spearing someone of the belt hook he might be cool with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UseTheSledgehammerUh 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2005 I think the winner gets the Backlash title shot. And the winner will be Edge, who faces Batista. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanadianChick 0 Report post Posted March 2, 2005 How mean is that to put Edge and Benoit in there? These guys did get neck surgery, right? And Edge's was pretty much because of TLC, right? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaceman Spiff 0 Report post Posted March 2, 2005 Not to mention Christian, who had some back problems last year due to those TLC matches. Not to mention (x2) the fact that they can't even think of anything useful to do with these guys. Benoit - walked out of WM as champ last year, done jackshit since he dropped the belt Jericho - 1 of the most popular guys on the roster Edge - the #2 heel on Raw Christian - busting his ass for the last 5-6 months Benjamin - IC Champ Pretty sad that all/most of these guys are going to be lumped into a slapdash "creative has nothing else for you to do" match. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeJordan23 0 Report post Posted March 2, 2005 Jericho, Benoit, Edge, Christian, Shelton, Hasaan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Shadow Report post Posted March 2, 2005 Also; it has to be insulting for Edge and Christian who finally got out of that spotlight and stereotype of gimmick workers and became full performers to get thrown back into this match. What should happen is Bischoff bitches and goes "NO WAY does Chris Jericho have the authority to set up a match like that"...Jericho gets all in Bischoff's face...Edge comes down to save Bischoff. Jericho and Edge go at it. Christian comes down to assist Edge, which leads to benoit evening it up. What was edge's motivation for saving bischoff? to get the #1 contender spot the next night after WrestleMania. Christian's? I'd have him lose a match via a cradle to Tajiri and go nuts. He helps Edge out because he wants the spotlight again and he cant get it unless edge is with him. Benoit saving Jericho purpose needs no explanation. So i'd have this set up go down :Later that night in Bischoff's office: Eric: Edge, thanks for your assistance tonight Christain: You are welcome Mr. Bischoff Edge: I saved your ass, i think that should entitle me to the #1 contendership for the world title. Eric: Perhaps...however i decided because of Jericho's aggressive attitude and attempted assualt, that i will NOT scantion his "Elite Ladder match" idea. Christian: so what are you going to do then? Eric: A very special tag team match; The combination of Jericho and Benoit against...one of the most legendary teams of all time... Christian: Demolition? Steiner Brothers? Strike Force? Headshrinkers? Bischoff: No not the headshrinkers but former multiple time tag team champions, Edge and Christian Christian: AWESOME! *HIGH FIVE ATTEMPT* Edge: *starts convulsing* *goes red* Christian: You okay man? Edge: I busted my ass off and missed two wrestlemania's and for what? to go back to teaming with this guy again?!? NO! I dont accept bischoff. Eric: That's too bad. Because the man who scores the winning pinfall of the match each receives the shot at the world title. So it looks like you forfeited your chance at the title shot Edge. Im sure Mr. Jericho, Mr. Benoit and your now former tag team partner over here, appreciate that noble act. Edge: Wait! I mean, i guess it wouldn't hurt to team up with my old pal here *slaps xian hard on the back* Simple set up...All four men address they want a shot at the title. Edge again doesn't get his "way". Allows for a great match that doesn't jeoporize there careers yet again and instantly gives Batistia a challenger to work with(Edge or even a heel turned jericho or benoit work). As for the I.C Title? Simple as this. Benjamin is a fighting champion, the "undefeated" Hassan challenges for it. It's EASY as hell. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest wildpegasus Report post Posted March 2, 2005 How mean is that to put Edge and Benoit in there? These guys did get neck surgery, right? And Edge's was pretty much because of TLC, right? And Benoit got severely injured in TLC as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanadianChick 0 Report post Posted March 2, 2005 How mean is that to put Edge and Benoit in there? These guys did get neck surgery, right? And Edge's was pretty much because of TLC, right? And Benoit got severely injured in TLC as well. I wasn't sure if it was TLC, or his cage match versus Angle. I think they should do both brands and let Benoit/Edge do a submissions match or something with the winner getting a shot at the champion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Shadow Report post Posted March 2, 2005 I believe Edge and Benoit were just cumulative. The TLC's and Cage matches didn't help them out any. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest FromBeyondTheGrave Report post Posted March 2, 2005 I hope Jericho just picks five jobbers and beats the fuck out of them for 20 minutes with a ladder. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperJerk 0 Report post Posted March 2, 2005 I still think its going to be a 3 team TLC match. Why else would it have 6 guys in it? Does anyone really think the WWE would put six guys in a ladder match if it wasn't tag teams? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Youth N Asia 0 Report post Posted March 2, 2005 I'd rather just see Benoit and Jericho vs Christian and Edge Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest wildpegasus Report post Posted March 2, 2005 I believe Edge and Benoit were just cumulative. The TLC's and Cage matches didn't help them out any. Oh yeah, there was cumulative damage and that's been confirmed. But it was TLCIII which was the straw that broke the camel's back. Benoit has mentioned this in more than 1 occasion when he's not in complete kayfabe mode. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest wildpegasus Report post Posted March 2, 2005 How mean is that to put Edge and Benoit in there? These guys did get neck surgery, right? And Edge's was pretty much because of TLC, right? And Benoit got severely injured in TLC as well. I wasn't sure if it was TLC, or his cage match versus Angle. I think they should do both brands and let Benoit/Edge do a submissions match or something with the winner getting a shot at the champion. The cage match certainly didn't help but if you watch the match closely you can tell Benoit's legit hurt in it at the get go. I think you can pretty much tell with several matches after TLCIII. You can see it in the match against Austin too. Angle confirmed he was hurt at this point too by saying how impressive the match was considering Benoit's health status. In the cage match, Benoit mostly chops in it with his left arm. 99.9% of the time he chops with his right arm. The one or two chops he does get with his right arm in this match are noticably slower than usual. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boon 0 Report post Posted March 8, 2005 Now we have our answer- So they take some of the best workers in the company, and group them all together. At least someone's getting a title shot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
