Okay first of all let me say I am NOT a big fan of watching WWE NXT On Demand on nxt.wwe.com. It's just not the same and harder to watch. That being said if I want to continue watching this show this season, this is the only way to do it since SyFy took it off for a combination of bad ratings and the fact they only want one wrestling program on their network and that show is now Friday Night Smackdown.
That being said it was elimination night for the NXT Diva Rookies and while the show has been about terrible competitions and Cole's over the top heel commentary, there is still a competition going on. Somehow Kathyn got immunity for winning the most challenges since the beginning of the season.
In past seasons at this point I would go through the NXT Poll rankings in order and talk about the Rookies and their chances of winning. Well there was no poll, no rankings at all. All there was was a screen with their faces flashing through like it was draft night and there was a "randomly generated pick" going on.
When the flashing pictures ended, Jamie, one of my favorites, was eliminated.
There's not much else to say but that because this season of NXT has been really difficult to watch at times. I guess I will say that the one good thing about the online version of the show is that the whole show can be watched with "Raw Recalls" and all those other advertistments for other WWE programming that take up most of the hour.
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Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Saturday, September 4, 2010
NXT Shocker
Well, I spent the other day writing a post about the NXT Season 3 rookie divas.
The one Diva that intriged me was Aloisia, the 6'9" amazon that I was wondering would look like in the ring. Well as of last night, that won't be happening because Aloisia was fired from WWE and now they need to find a replacement Diva for season 3.
You know this is not exactly the start to an iffy season I expected at all, I hope they have a good replacement because the one wild card that was going to get iffy fans to check in with the show is now gone.
WWE, I hope you know what you're doing.
The one Diva that intriged me was Aloisia, the 6'9" amazon that I was wondering would look like in the ring. Well as of last night, that won't be happening because Aloisia was fired from WWE and now they need to find a replacement Diva for season 3.
You know this is not exactly the start to an iffy season I expected at all, I hope they have a good replacement because the one wild card that was going to get iffy fans to check in with the show is now gone.
WWE, I hope you know what you're doing.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
WWE NXT Season 3 Preview
Last night WWE announced that the next season of NXT will be all divas. It's definitely very intriguing. So let's look at the six girls and their pros that make up season 3.
AJ Lee (Pro:Primo)
First of all, Primo as a pro? Just seems very random. This is one of the girls I've actually heard about before. From what I've read she's very good in the ring and fast. She also won the title of "Queen of FCW" in the past. From reports it seems like she's an early frontrunner.
Naomi (Pro:Kelly Kelly)
Kelly was the first pro announced on NXT and it was a surprise to be honest. As for Naomi, she's a former Orlando Magic cheerleader and really athletic. She is also currently the reigning and first FCW Divas Champion.
Maxine (Pro:Alica Fox)
Were all the good Diva wrestler busy or something? Alica Fox as a pro? That's a total joke. As for Maxine, they really didn't describe her wrestling or athletic background last night and there are no reports or bios anywhere about her, so I don't really know what to expect.
Aksana (Pro:Goldust)
This pairing made me laugh a little, but at least it give Goldust something to do right now. Besides he's been around the business for a long time and is a second generation wrestler. This girl according to reports has been a manager down in FCW and just recently started to wrestle. So it seems like she's a legit rookie.
Jamie Keyes (Pro:The Bella Twins)
Seriously, the Bellas as pros? How much wrestling experience do they really have? I guess fine, Laycool will be busy right now, might as well do something with the Bellas especially since there are no guest hosts on the schedule for awhile. As for their rookie, she was actually the ring announcer for season two of NXT. As for experience in the ring, it seems she's also a legit rookie because I can't find anything on her before 2010.
Aloisia (Pro:Vickie Guerrero)
Again, this gives Vickie something different to do. Not sure what she can really add as a wrestling coach, but she's definitely got the heel heat on the mic. As for Aloisia, what can I say? She's 6'9 and I'm not even making that up. She's fuckin huge. Um yeah, I hope she's good in the ring. I don't know what else to say. She kinda took everyone by surprise last night during the show.
AJ Lee (Pro:Primo)
First of all, Primo as a pro? Just seems very random. This is one of the girls I've actually heard about before. From what I've read she's very good in the ring and fast. She also won the title of "Queen of FCW" in the past. From reports it seems like she's an early frontrunner.
Naomi (Pro:Kelly Kelly)
Kelly was the first pro announced on NXT and it was a surprise to be honest. As for Naomi, she's a former Orlando Magic cheerleader and really athletic. She is also currently the reigning and first FCW Divas Champion.
Maxine (Pro:Alica Fox)
Were all the good Diva wrestler busy or something? Alica Fox as a pro? That's a total joke. As for Maxine, they really didn't describe her wrestling or athletic background last night and there are no reports or bios anywhere about her, so I don't really know what to expect.
Aksana (Pro:Goldust)
This pairing made me laugh a little, but at least it give Goldust something to do right now. Besides he's been around the business for a long time and is a second generation wrestler. This girl according to reports has been a manager down in FCW and just recently started to wrestle. So it seems like she's a legit rookie.
Jamie Keyes (Pro:The Bella Twins)
Seriously, the Bellas as pros? How much wrestling experience do they really have? I guess fine, Laycool will be busy right now, might as well do something with the Bellas especially since there are no guest hosts on the schedule for awhile. As for their rookie, she was actually the ring announcer for season two of NXT. As for experience in the ring, it seems she's also a legit rookie because I can't find anything on her before 2010.
Aloisia (Pro:Vickie Guerrero)
Again, this gives Vickie something different to do. Not sure what she can really add as a wrestling coach, but she's definitely got the heel heat on the mic. As for Aloisia, what can I say? She's 6'9 and I'm not even making that up. She's fuckin huge. Um yeah, I hope she's good in the ring. I don't know what else to say. She kinda took everyone by surprise last night during the show.
WWE NXT (8/31/10)-The Finale
Well I'm shocked, I actually got one right! Woo-hoo!
Last night was the finale of season two of WWE NXT. With it came a fun show to watch to be honest.
First of all, I liked the fact that having Alex Riley win the triple threat match left you with unpredictability. To be honest, I didn't know what to expect after that match.
Second, I loved the opening of show, it was more electric than in the first season. The crowd in Albany was actually enjoying themselves and it didn't seem forced, which also helped
Finally, before I get to the order of things, they announced an all-diva season three starting next week, which I don't know how they are going to pull off when Sci-Fi doesn't have NXT on their schedule after October 1st. I guess we will see.
Onto tonight's huge show, in order of rankings.
3. Alex Riley
This really surprised me. I figured it was going to be a Riley-Kaval final face-off at the end, but wow I was wrong on that one. His elimination really pissed off Miz, Riley to his credit cut a fantastic promo putting himself over and getting everyone ready for him in the future. He will have a great career, I am sure of it.
2. Michael McGillicutty
Having him in the final two I guess made sense, but I didn't understand it. I mean Riley won the triple threat and even PINNED McGillicutty, but hey what do I know right? As for the final face-off with Kaval, it was lackluster. To be honest, he picked the worst time to cut his worst promo of the season. There was no energy or passion in his voice, it was like he didn't care whether he won or not, despite what he was saying. He's got the third generation wrestler thing going for him, so he will be fine in his career. Just seemed like a bad way to go out.
1. Kaval
Wow, I picked him as my winner episode 1. I really got pumped last night when they announced him as the winner. I do have to remind myself sometimes how tiny he is though, but damn it doesn't matter. My predication is he will goto Smackdown and go after the IC Title or team with Daniel Bryan and win the tag belts. Either way, despite what people want to say about him, and he even won over Michael Cole last night, he did win NXT fair and square and he will have a long career in the WWE as long as he works his ass off for it.
Last night was the finale of season two of WWE NXT. With it came a fun show to watch to be honest.
First of all, I liked the fact that having Alex Riley win the triple threat match left you with unpredictability. To be honest, I didn't know what to expect after that match.
Second, I loved the opening of show, it was more electric than in the first season. The crowd in Albany was actually enjoying themselves and it didn't seem forced, which also helped
Finally, before I get to the order of things, they announced an all-diva season three starting next week, which I don't know how they are going to pull off when Sci-Fi doesn't have NXT on their schedule after October 1st. I guess we will see.
Onto tonight's huge show, in order of rankings.
3. Alex Riley
This really surprised me. I figured it was going to be a Riley-Kaval final face-off at the end, but wow I was wrong on that one. His elimination really pissed off Miz, Riley to his credit cut a fantastic promo putting himself over and getting everyone ready for him in the future. He will have a great career, I am sure of it.
2. Michael McGillicutty
Having him in the final two I guess made sense, but I didn't understand it. I mean Riley won the triple threat and even PINNED McGillicutty, but hey what do I know right? As for the final face-off with Kaval, it was lackluster. To be honest, he picked the worst time to cut his worst promo of the season. There was no energy or passion in his voice, it was like he didn't care whether he won or not, despite what he was saying. He's got the third generation wrestler thing going for him, so he will be fine in his career. Just seemed like a bad way to go out.
1. Kaval
Wow, I picked him as my winner episode 1. I really got pumped last night when they announced him as the winner. I do have to remind myself sometimes how tiny he is though, but damn it doesn't matter. My predication is he will goto Smackdown and go after the IC Title or team with Daniel Bryan and win the tag belts. Either way, despite what people want to say about him, and he even won over Michael Cole last night, he did win NXT fair and square and he will have a long career in the WWE as long as he works his ass off for it.
Monday, August 30, 2010
NXT Finale Preview
This season of NXT has been a different kind of season and the finale approaches tomorrow night, unlike last season, there is clear winner. Which is why I'm going to talk about the top three, who I think should win, deserves to win and needs to win.
Kaval (my official pick)
If this truly is voted on by the fans and the internet vote means anything, he will win this show. Does he deserve it? Yes. Does he need it? Definately. I don't think he will last long in the WWE without the NXT winner tag on his chest. I mean, he's amazing in the ring but I don't think the WWE would keep such a short superstar around that's name is not Rey Mysterio if they don't have a reason. The key if he wins, what belt does he go after? Honestly I would say the IC Title vs. Dolph Ziggler, even if you wanted to do at Survivor Series.
Michael McGillicutty
He can win this show, hands down. But does he really need to? No. I mean, he has made a character all his own and deserves to be in the spotlight, but he would have a job either way. He's Joe Henning, Curt Henning's son. I know he hasn't really played that card, but he wanted to he can play the 3rd generation card, team up with Ted DiBiase and will the tag belts. As a matter of fact, if he does win the show, that's what he should do.
Alex Riley
If this was last year's format, there is no doubt he would win. He's arrogant, a pain in the ass and he's Miz's boy, and Miz is the middle of the push of his life. But in this format, I don't think he can do it. He also doesn't need to win. He has the charisma to be a player in the business on his own. But if he does win, I think he'll go after the US Title, especially if Daniel Bryan beats Miz for it at NOC.
Kaval (my official pick)
If this truly is voted on by the fans and the internet vote means anything, he will win this show. Does he deserve it? Yes. Does he need it? Definately. I don't think he will last long in the WWE without the NXT winner tag on his chest. I mean, he's amazing in the ring but I don't think the WWE would keep such a short superstar around that's name is not Rey Mysterio if they don't have a reason. The key if he wins, what belt does he go after? Honestly I would say the IC Title vs. Dolph Ziggler, even if you wanted to do at Survivor Series.
Michael McGillicutty
He can win this show, hands down. But does he really need to? No. I mean, he has made a character all his own and deserves to be in the spotlight, but he would have a job either way. He's Joe Henning, Curt Henning's son. I know he hasn't really played that card, but he wanted to he can play the 3rd generation card, team up with Ted DiBiase and will the tag belts. As a matter of fact, if he does win the show, that's what he should do.
Alex Riley
If this was last year's format, there is no doubt he would win. He's arrogant, a pain in the ass and he's Miz's boy, and Miz is the middle of the push of his life. But in this format, I don't think he can do it. He also doesn't need to win. He has the charisma to be a player in the business on his own. But if he does win, I think he'll go after the US Title, especially if Daniel Bryan beats Miz for it at NOC.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
WWE:NXT-And Then There Was Three (8/17/10)
Well last night was a huge night for NXT. Due to the facts that they are taping next week's show in advance, they really want to make all eliminations on live TV so that there are no spoilers, and they want the finale to be on August 31st, there was a double elimination last night. It was a very good show to be honest. The wrestling was good, the promos were good and there was no dumb challenge. The only weird part was the lack of a poll, which just means to me that no matter what the fans actually voted for, the WWE knew who they wanted in their Top 3. Which, to be honest, is no big deal this week especially.
Eliminations:
"Showtime" Percy Watson: This guy really grew on me over the this season and his promos were actually getting better. His promo last night about his 3-D lifestyle (desire, determination, and dedication) was really good and really reminded me alot of Kurt Angle 3 Is. I hope he gets a legit chance to shine on his own or even in a tag team with MVP. The one thing is that he didn't really belong in the top three with the talent that got there. He was my #4 going into this week so it wasn't a major disappointment or shocker.
Husky Harris: Goodbye! Finally! His promo tonight was terrible and Kaval had to carry the match he had with him. I even felt bad for Michelle McCool when he was hitting on her. Good riddance, stay off my TV set.
The Top Three:
Kaval: This was a big duh. He was either #1 or #2 all season long in polls and he's even on a two match winning streak. His interactions with LayCool has been fantastic and his wrestling has been even better. And last night's promo/rap was awesome and really entertaining and showed alot of personality that he needed to show.
Michael McGillicutty: Another duh. Same as Kaval on the rankings. It just bothers me that they had him lose to Zach Ryder on a very important night. He was on such a tear for weeks and then lost two of his last three. Kinda dumb to me. I think he's going to be a great hell down the road just like his dad (Mr. Perfect, Curt Henning).
Alex Riley: Well this was obviously going to happen because he's so big with the company, esp since he's the FCW Champion and Miz's rookie. His promo was okay, better than Husky's for sure. Again I don't know why they had him lose to Kofi this week, he really could have used that win going into the final two weeks. Overall though he deserves to be here, he is soooo hated by the fans that he's going to be around for a long time.
Eliminations:
"Showtime" Percy Watson: This guy really grew on me over the this season and his promos were actually getting better. His promo last night about his 3-D lifestyle (desire, determination, and dedication) was really good and really reminded me alot of Kurt Angle 3 Is. I hope he gets a legit chance to shine on his own or even in a tag team with MVP. The one thing is that he didn't really belong in the top three with the talent that got there. He was my #4 going into this week so it wasn't a major disappointment or shocker.
Husky Harris: Goodbye! Finally! His promo tonight was terrible and Kaval had to carry the match he had with him. I even felt bad for Michelle McCool when he was hitting on her. Good riddance, stay off my TV set.
The Top Three:
Kaval: This was a big duh. He was either #1 or #2 all season long in polls and he's even on a two match winning streak. His interactions with LayCool has been fantastic and his wrestling has been even better. And last night's promo/rap was awesome and really entertaining and showed alot of personality that he needed to show.
Michael McGillicutty: Another duh. Same as Kaval on the rankings. It just bothers me that they had him lose to Zach Ryder on a very important night. He was on such a tear for weeks and then lost two of his last three. Kinda dumb to me. I think he's going to be a great hell down the road just like his dad (Mr. Perfect, Curt Henning).
Alex Riley: Well this was obviously going to happen because he's so big with the company, esp since he's the FCW Champion and Miz's rookie. His promo was okay, better than Husky's for sure. Again I don't know why they had him lose to Kofi this week, he really could have used that win going into the final two weeks. Overall though he deserves to be here, he is soooo hated by the fans that he's going to be around for a long time.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
WWE:NXT (8/10/10)
This past Tuesday the newest NXT Rookie poll came out and there was yet another elimination.
1. Kaval
Yes!!! Kaval won this week and then moved back up to the #1 spot. If things go the way they are going, he should be able to win this show. Why do I have thoughts of a Rey Mysterio-Kaval World Title match?
2. Michael McGillicutty
This is the one man that can very easily steal the show from Kaval. He dropped down a spot, but it doesn't really stop him momentum.
3. “Showtime” Percy Watson
Wow, I actually thought that a couple of rough weeks for him would have dropped him down the poll little lower. I almost thought he could have been on the block. But I guess his contagious personality is just keeping him a float at this point.
4. Husky Harris
Wow, this was a HUGE surprise. Fine he's not as bad as I made him sound the last poll and he does look a little better in the ring but he really needs a better finisher, or else he will definately hurt someone or himself.
5. Alex Riley
This was the biggest shocker of the show. This I didn't expect at all, and by the reactions no one else did either. I figured he would have been in the top three for the remainder of the show. I guess this is the first time that it's majorly obvious that the fan voting actually means something this season.
6. Lucky Cannon
Well, it was only a matter of time I guess. He was good in the ring but not good enough to last long on the same stage as Kaval, McGillicutty and Riley. I really wanted Harris to go before him but this really isn't too big of a loss.
This coming Tuesday is a huge double elimination, which means the show is reaching the end, as quickly as it started.
1. Kaval
Yes!!! Kaval won this week and then moved back up to the #1 spot. If things go the way they are going, he should be able to win this show. Why do I have thoughts of a Rey Mysterio-Kaval World Title match?
2. Michael McGillicutty
This is the one man that can very easily steal the show from Kaval. He dropped down a spot, but it doesn't really stop him momentum.
3. “Showtime” Percy Watson
Wow, I actually thought that a couple of rough weeks for him would have dropped him down the poll little lower. I almost thought he could have been on the block. But I guess his contagious personality is just keeping him a float at this point.
4. Husky Harris
Wow, this was a HUGE surprise. Fine he's not as bad as I made him sound the last poll and he does look a little better in the ring but he really needs a better finisher, or else he will definately hurt someone or himself.
5. Alex Riley
This was the biggest shocker of the show. This I didn't expect at all, and by the reactions no one else did either. I figured he would have been in the top three for the remainder of the show. I guess this is the first time that it's majorly obvious that the fan voting actually means something this season.
6. Lucky Cannon
Well, it was only a matter of time I guess. He was good in the ring but not good enough to last long on the same stage as Kaval, McGillicutty and Riley. I really wanted Harris to go before him but this really isn't too big of a loss.
This coming Tuesday is a huge double elimination, which means the show is reaching the end, as quickly as it started.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
WWE:NXT-Good Riddance to Bad Wrestling (7/27/10)
Last night the latest NXT rookie poll came out and the latest elimination went down. Overall, I wasn't surprised at all but said elimination but I will give my latest opinions on the rookies and where I think they will end up as we go on in the competition.
1. Michael McGillicutty
This cracked me up this morning because they made this big deal out of him winning the immunity last week and he ended up not only not needing it, but ended up jumping to the #1 spot. It doesn't really surprise me, he is undefeated and word is finally getting to the fans that he is Curt Henning's son. He deserves to be here.
2. Kaval
Former #1, dropped down a spot. Weirdly I don't mind him dropping because it adds major realism to the ranking system. He's my personal favorite and the dark horse for this competition. I just wish he'd win more often.
3. Alex Riley
Ah, Michael Cole's favorite rookie. The guy that alot of people have ranked to win the show. I give this guy credit because he had a near-death concussion three weeks ago at FCW and is still not only wrestling but putting on very good matches. I won't be surprised if he becomes a major force to be reckoned with.
4. Percy Watson
Showtime is so entertaining. The problem I have is that he tries WAY too hard to get his gimmick over. He's a good wrestler and great on the mic, he's just got to turn the energy level down a tiny bit. Being too over-the-top might turn off alot of people at home and lead to an earlier exit than expected.
5. Lucky Cannon
The only issue I have with Lucky is the fact that he's boring. He doesn't have a great personality or even that good in the ring. I hope he improves but right now he has no chance to even be a dark horse.
6. Husky Harris
I was sooo hoping he was going home this week. I don't like this guy. He tries to be the "everyman". He says he's overweight and not in shape as part of his gimmick. I think it's pathetic. Also he's extremely sloppy in the ring and he's going to really hurt someone one day.
7. Eli Cottonwood
If Husky wasn't going to go home, I'm glad it was Cottonwood. He doesn't belong in a WWE ring. Go back down to FCW and get better please. He's sloppy in the ring, he can't talk and he's just blah. I'm happy to see him go and I'm glad the fans are realizing we have to start trimming the fat and getting to the GOOD wrestlers, not the crappy ones.
1. Michael McGillicutty
This cracked me up this morning because they made this big deal out of him winning the immunity last week and he ended up not only not needing it, but ended up jumping to the #1 spot. It doesn't really surprise me, he is undefeated and word is finally getting to the fans that he is Curt Henning's son. He deserves to be here.
2. Kaval
Former #1, dropped down a spot. Weirdly I don't mind him dropping because it adds major realism to the ranking system. He's my personal favorite and the dark horse for this competition. I just wish he'd win more often.
3. Alex Riley
Ah, Michael Cole's favorite rookie. The guy that alot of people have ranked to win the show. I give this guy credit because he had a near-death concussion three weeks ago at FCW and is still not only wrestling but putting on very good matches. I won't be surprised if he becomes a major force to be reckoned with.
4. Percy Watson
Showtime is so entertaining. The problem I have is that he tries WAY too hard to get his gimmick over. He's a good wrestler and great on the mic, he's just got to turn the energy level down a tiny bit. Being too over-the-top might turn off alot of people at home and lead to an earlier exit than expected.
5. Lucky Cannon
The only issue I have with Lucky is the fact that he's boring. He doesn't have a great personality or even that good in the ring. I hope he improves but right now he has no chance to even be a dark horse.
6. Husky Harris
I was sooo hoping he was going home this week. I don't like this guy. He tries to be the "everyman". He says he's overweight and not in shape as part of his gimmick. I think it's pathetic. Also he's extremely sloppy in the ring and he's going to really hurt someone one day.
7. Eli Cottonwood
If Husky wasn't going to go home, I'm glad it was Cottonwood. He doesn't belong in a WWE ring. Go back down to FCW and get better please. He's sloppy in the ring, he can't talk and he's just blah. I'm happy to see him go and I'm glad the fans are realizing we have to start trimming the fat and getting to the GOOD wrestlers, not the crappy ones.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
WWE NXT:6/29/10 (Surprise Elimination!)
When the new NXT season started I was going to limit my discussion about it till it got to it's first elimination. This was supposed to be a few more weeks away. So it was a major surprise when I tuned in this week to watch the show to see the first poll come out and find out that they moved the elimination date up, unadvertised and unexpected. So thus now here I am. To make it easier, I'm going to go through the top eight till the elimination and talk about wrestlers one by one.
#1 Kaval
This is the one guy I personally voted for on Tuesday night. He's one of the only guys I've seen wrestle in the past and is a really good one at that. I'm also glad they gave him his first victory this week so he didn't have Daniel Bryan disease. His interaction with Laycool has actually been really entertaining and I think it's hysterical that he's wearing that terrible pink shirt every week now. This doesn't surprise me at all and I'm glad he's ranked this high.
#2 Percy Watson
This surprised me, but in an entertainment factor, it makes sense. This guy is extremely funny and will get over fast as long as they give him the time to do it. It also helps that they showed a package video for him while the voting was going on so he was fresh in people's minds.
#3 Michael McGillicutty
a.k.a. Joe Henning, he's a really good performer, you can tell he takes after his dad. Deserves to get the credit he's getting and is a real treat to win this show.
#4 Alex Riley
This really surprised me. I had him at #2 on my rankings, and even maybe #1 if the anti-face voters got in. This guy is great on the mic, his interaction with Miz is amazing and he's one of the few that can just straight up wrestle. If you don't believe me, find the Kaval-Riley match from a couple of weeks back, it was fantastic, especially for a NXT match.
#5 Lucky Cannon
This guy earned immunity this week by winning the awful keg carry competition (seriously, who's idea was it to bring that back???), so he was safe no matter what. My only issue with him that he can get over, but he's got to stop using all the cliches all the time. Just talk from the heart and he'll be fine down the road.
#6 Eli Cottonwood
I honestly had this guy going home. He's super tall and while he's not as robotic as Great Khali, he's still not that agile. He also didn't deserve the win over Kaval. I'll be shocked if he makes it past the next elimination.
#7 Husky Harris
I figured he would have been safe because of the storyline he's in with Cody Rhodes and Matt Striker, I guess I was wrong. He has the tools on the mic to be a very good heel, but his ring skills really have to improve in order to not embarrass himself every week. Then again if Miz can improve, I don't know why he can't too.
#8 Titus O'Neil
And finally the guy who was eliminated first, Titus O'Neil, Zach Ryder's rookie. I honestly think he was good on the mic and had a chance to be good in the ring. He never got a real chance to shine and I was actually ready to give Ryder the benefit of the doubt as a pro. Oh well, so much for that.
Overall, an okay show. I just hope this surprise elimination thing doesn't become a normal thing. The ratings were terrible because all the casual fans thought it was just going to be a normal show. They have to advertise these things. Still, I have to admit, I'm looking forward to next week's show more than I did for most of season 1.
#1 Kaval
This is the one guy I personally voted for on Tuesday night. He's one of the only guys I've seen wrestle in the past and is a really good one at that. I'm also glad they gave him his first victory this week so he didn't have Daniel Bryan disease. His interaction with Laycool has actually been really entertaining and I think it's hysterical that he's wearing that terrible pink shirt every week now. This doesn't surprise me at all and I'm glad he's ranked this high.
#2 Percy Watson
This surprised me, but in an entertainment factor, it makes sense. This guy is extremely funny and will get over fast as long as they give him the time to do it. It also helps that they showed a package video for him while the voting was going on so he was fresh in people's minds.
#3 Michael McGillicutty
a.k.a. Joe Henning, he's a really good performer, you can tell he takes after his dad. Deserves to get the credit he's getting and is a real treat to win this show.
#4 Alex Riley
This really surprised me. I had him at #2 on my rankings, and even maybe #1 if the anti-face voters got in. This guy is great on the mic, his interaction with Miz is amazing and he's one of the few that can just straight up wrestle. If you don't believe me, find the Kaval-Riley match from a couple of weeks back, it was fantastic, especially for a NXT match.
#5 Lucky Cannon
This guy earned immunity this week by winning the awful keg carry competition (seriously, who's idea was it to bring that back???), so he was safe no matter what. My only issue with him that he can get over, but he's got to stop using all the cliches all the time. Just talk from the heart and he'll be fine down the road.
#6 Eli Cottonwood
I honestly had this guy going home. He's super tall and while he's not as robotic as Great Khali, he's still not that agile. He also didn't deserve the win over Kaval. I'll be shocked if he makes it past the next elimination.
#7 Husky Harris
I figured he would have been safe because of the storyline he's in with Cody Rhodes and Matt Striker, I guess I was wrong. He has the tools on the mic to be a very good heel, but his ring skills really have to improve in order to not embarrass himself every week. Then again if Miz can improve, I don't know why he can't too.
#8 Titus O'Neil
And finally the guy who was eliminated first, Titus O'Neil, Zach Ryder's rookie. I honestly think he was good on the mic and had a chance to be good in the ring. He never got a real chance to shine and I was actually ready to give Ryder the benefit of the doubt as a pro. Oh well, so much for that.
Overall, an okay show. I just hope this surprise elimination thing doesn't become a normal thing. The ratings were terrible because all the casual fans thought it was just going to be a normal show. They have to advertise these things. Still, I have to admit, I'm looking forward to next week's show more than I did for most of season 1.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
WWE NXT Season 2 Preview
So last night on NXT, they announced the rookies and pros next the new season that starts next week. Thanks to my boys at WZ.com, I got to find out who these guys are.
Husky Harris (Pro: Cody Rhodes) (Windham Rotunda) - Former Troy University offensive lineman and son of Mike Rotunda, Grandson of Blackjack Mulligan, and nephew to Barry & Kendall Windham. Has been working in FCW (WWE Developmental) since early 2009 as "Duke Rotundo" and is a former FCW tag team champion with his brother Taylor "Bo" Rotunda.
I'm intrigued by this guy. He's another one of those young third-generation kids that are being brought up lately. He should do a good job. At least I hope. I hope that Cody makes a good pro for him, I think this might work.
Eli Cottonwood (Pro: John Morrison) (Kipp Christianson) - A former basketball standout at St. John's University, as well as in the CBA. He's been with FCW since early 2009.
This guy is freakin huge! I think it'll just be funny seeing him stand next to Jo-Mo. From the video they showed he looks tall but unlike Great Khali, very agile.
Percy Watson (Pro: MVP) (Chris McNeil) - Was 1/2 of the tag team "The South Beach Boys" with NXT Season 1 rookie Darren Young. Debuted in FCW in mid 2009.
This is called making it up to MVP for dropping him as a pro from the first season and replacing him with William Regal. From what I've heard about this guy, he's good in the ring. I hope they are right. We will see.
Titus O'Neill (Pro: Zack Ryder) (Thaddeus Bullard) - This former Florida Gators defensive end has been making an impact in FCW since his 2009 debut.
This guy is doomed from the start. Who thought that Zack Ryder would make a good pro? Give me a break here. This is a total joke. In my opinion, he will have to be a GREAT wrestler in order him to overcome how terrible his pro is.
Kaval (Pros: LayCool) (Brandon Sylvestry) - Best known as Low-Ki, he may be, pound for pound, one of the best workers out there. He's been a star and title holder in ROH & TNA. If he can avoid injury, his WWE career could really take off with or without winning NXT.
Not sure what the make of this pairing. I'm very excited that Kaval, a.k.a. Low-Ki and Senshi in TNA/ROH, is finally getting his shot in WWE. He deserves it. But when I heard LayCool would be the Pros, I figured that means we would have a diva on the show. But this just means to me that it's going to be good television because there is no way Kaval is going to be able to put up with LayCool, especially if they remain in character.
Lucky Cannon (Pro: Mark Henry) (Jon Emminger) - New Port Richey, FL native who started his FCW career in 2007. His ringname in FCW as of last week has been Johnny Prime.
This guy looks so familiar and I just can't place why. But he he looks good in his video, and I think Mark Henry could actually be a good mentor, especially since he's been through alot and has actually gotten better over the years.
Michael McGillicutty (Pro: Kofi Kingston) (Joe Hennig) - Son of "Mr. Perfect" Curt Hennig. Has held the FCW Championship and FCW Tag Team Championship (with NXT Season 1 rookie Heath Slater) since his 2008 debut.
Two things ring here for me. Why did they change Joe Hennig's name? I'm think it's just so he can't use his name for votes from the pros. But still, it would help the casual fan care about him more. The other thing, Kofi should bring the best out of him and this should be a very entertaining duo.
Alex Riley (Pro: The Miz) (Kevin Kiley) - Has worked in FCW since 2007 as Kevin Kiley, Carson Oakley, and Alex Riley. He is the current FCW Champion. He may be the best on the mic of this group.
I've heard about this guy. He's amazing on the mic, which should be fun to hear him and Miz go at it. The fun part is that it's going to be like Punk-Young this past season, where these two are total opposites.
Overall it looks like it could be a fun season. The big announcement coming in is that the fans get to vote and have 50% of the power with the pros on the poll that knocks the rookies off. Should be interesting to see how that goes.
WWE NXT (6/1/10)-The Finale
"We are wild and young and we have just begun."-American Bang
That line is from the NXT theme song, which really does tell the story of this season.
Last night was the season finale of NXT, something very strange because typical wrestling doesn't have seasons, and they were going to announce the winner.
First I would like to say that I thought it was very cool that they did the show 100% live last night. It was good because it added to the intrigue and suspense of the night. I found out that they actually stopped Smackdown tapings right in the middle, just to make sure that the show as live. Well done WWE.
Second, they announced last night that next week will start season two of NXT. That now explains why they sped up the first season so that they could churn another season out before October when Smackdown moves to SyFy. I think the other thing is that they hope that it will pick up in the ratings.
Now onto last night's show. It was very nice to see all the pros there for once, as well as the eliminated rookies. That added alot to the show for me.
The one match that they had was a three way dance between Barrett, Otunga and Gabriel. It was an okay match, Mandy said it perfect "I hope these guys improve because I'm bored." I think that statement actually explains all the wrestling on the first season of NXT. Barrett won the match, pinning both guys and you can see where this is obviously going.
Daniel Bryan was asked who he thinks is going to win and his answer was a perfect summary of the night. "Otunga can't wrestle, Gabriel can't talk, so that mean Barrett should win."
That being said the obvious choice won, Wade Barrett won NXT and will get a title shot of his choosing at a PPV. I figured he would have announced on the show but he didn't.
That's it for season one of NXT, it was fun. It wasn't the best show in the world, but I definitely enjoyed it. I hope they just continue to improve into the next season because the last few weeks were the best of the whole season by far.
That line is from the NXT theme song, which really does tell the story of this season.
Last night was the season finale of NXT, something very strange because typical wrestling doesn't have seasons, and they were going to announce the winner.
First I would like to say that I thought it was very cool that they did the show 100% live last night. It was good because it added to the intrigue and suspense of the night. I found out that they actually stopped Smackdown tapings right in the middle, just to make sure that the show as live. Well done WWE.
Second, they announced last night that next week will start season two of NXT. That now explains why they sped up the first season so that they could churn another season out before October when Smackdown moves to SyFy. I think the other thing is that they hope that it will pick up in the ratings.
Now onto last night's show. It was very nice to see all the pros there for once, as well as the eliminated rookies. That added alot to the show for me.
The one match that they had was a three way dance between Barrett, Otunga and Gabriel. It was an okay match, Mandy said it perfect "I hope these guys improve because I'm bored." I think that statement actually explains all the wrestling on the first season of NXT. Barrett won the match, pinning both guys and you can see where this is obviously going.
Daniel Bryan was asked who he thinks is going to win and his answer was a perfect summary of the night. "Otunga can't wrestle, Gabriel can't talk, so that mean Barrett should win."
That being said the obvious choice won, Wade Barrett won NXT and will get a title shot of his choosing at a PPV. I figured he would have announced on the show but he didn't.
That's it for season one of NXT, it was fun. It wasn't the best show in the world, but I definitely enjoyed it. I hope they just continue to improve into the next season because the last few weeks were the best of the whole season by far.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
WWE NXT (5/25/10)-"The Semifinals"
Wow talk about feeling rushed. Suddenly we're down to four and the next week is the season finale? Already?
Last night when Matt Striker presented the final four that was my exact reaction. Sure it's been an iffy show from the get go and has had it's bad moments, but I have enjoyed the show as a whole. It has brought light to wrestlers that might not have gotten screen time and showed alot of promise as a concept. But alas, we are nearing the end and this is the next to last elimination.
But before I get into that, I'd be remiss to not bring up the crazy Daniel Bryan (Bryan Danielson)-Michael Cole storyline.
Last week I laughed really hard when Bryan went after Cole. It wasn't a "jump out of your seat" moment but it was sure fun. This week Cole wanted an apology and much in the style of pro wrestling, he didn't really get one, but what happened next was awesome and intense.
First of all, WWE turn Michael Cole heel permanently! The fans do not want to like him so just have him finally turn on them. Last night was full proof that he can pull it off. His promo and screaming match with Bryan was impressive and had everyone on the edge of their seats. So much so that when he called Bryan a loser with no heart and slapped him and Bryan finally completely snapped, the fans erupted. First he beat the crap out of Cole again, then headed up the ramp to where the Pros were sitting again this week. The Miz, who Bryan called earlier "the worst pro on the roster" got into his face and Bryan just flat out cold-cocked him. At that point I almost jumped out of my seat excited because I, much like alot of NXT fans, have been waiting for them to go at it for months. Please WWE, next week one the finale give us Miz vs. Bryan. It'll be the most intense match-up of the whole season.
Finally we get to the elimination. In my book it was obvious that Wade Barrett and David Otunga were going to be #1 and #2 respectively, and I was right. That left us with Justin Gabriel and Health Slater. Slater went home. As much as I liked him, I'm fine with him going home. He'll be fine, he'll show up on Smackdown soon enough.
So next week it's Barrett vs. Otunga vs. Slater. My opinion is that Barrett will end up winning the whole thing and that will be the end of the show for 2010.
Last night when Matt Striker presented the final four that was my exact reaction. Sure it's been an iffy show from the get go and has had it's bad moments, but I have enjoyed the show as a whole. It has brought light to wrestlers that might not have gotten screen time and showed alot of promise as a concept. But alas, we are nearing the end and this is the next to last elimination.
But before I get into that, I'd be remiss to not bring up the crazy Daniel Bryan (Bryan Danielson)-Michael Cole storyline.
Last week I laughed really hard when Bryan went after Cole. It wasn't a "jump out of your seat" moment but it was sure fun. This week Cole wanted an apology and much in the style of pro wrestling, he didn't really get one, but what happened next was awesome and intense.
First of all, WWE turn Michael Cole heel permanently! The fans do not want to like him so just have him finally turn on them. Last night was full proof that he can pull it off. His promo and screaming match with Bryan was impressive and had everyone on the edge of their seats. So much so that when he called Bryan a loser with no heart and slapped him and Bryan finally completely snapped, the fans erupted. First he beat the crap out of Cole again, then headed up the ramp to where the Pros were sitting again this week. The Miz, who Bryan called earlier "the worst pro on the roster" got into his face and Bryan just flat out cold-cocked him. At that point I almost jumped out of my seat excited because I, much like alot of NXT fans, have been waiting for them to go at it for months. Please WWE, next week one the finale give us Miz vs. Bryan. It'll be the most intense match-up of the whole season.
Finally we get to the elimination. In my book it was obvious that Wade Barrett and David Otunga were going to be #1 and #2 respectively, and I was right. That left us with Justin Gabriel and Health Slater. Slater went home. As much as I liked him, I'm fine with him going home. He'll be fine, he'll show up on Smackdown soon enough.
So next week it's Barrett vs. Otunga vs. Slater. My opinion is that Barrett will end up winning the whole thing and that will be the end of the show for 2010.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
WWE NXT 5/18/10
After last week's triple elimination, I was skeptical that this week's show was even going to be worth watching. Fine there would be yet ANOTHER elimination, but what else would there be?? Well I was pleasantly surprised.
First of all, I loved the fact that the pros were out on the stage all show. (But where were R-Truth and Carlito?) They actually added alot and made the show feel more legit.
Second, the Bryan Danielson-Michael Cole fight was priceless and awesome. It was needed. Again helped make the show feel real. I can't wait to see where this goes in weeks to come.
Finally the elimination of Darren Young was well done. He went out with class and style and actually showed why he deserves to be with the company down the road.
That's about it for this week's show. It was pretty much short and sweet because there wasn't alot of other notable things going out.
First of all, I loved the fact that the pros were out on the stage all show. (But where were R-Truth and Carlito?) They actually added alot and made the show feel more legit.
Second, the Bryan Danielson-Michael Cole fight was priceless and awesome. It was needed. Again helped make the show feel real. I can't wait to see where this goes in weeks to come.
Finally the elimination of Darren Young was well done. He went out with class and style and actually showed why he deserves to be with the company down the road.
That's about it for this week's show. It was pretty much short and sweet because there wasn't alot of other notable things going out.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
WWE NXT 5/11/10
As a fan of the WWE, I started watching NXT because I was curious about the concept and well I like wrestling so what the hell? The show has had it's ups and downs but last night was it's first elimination night so it was bound to be a special night.
The wrestling matches were alright but that wasn't the story out of last night. It was the eliminations.
I, much like alot of people were expecting ONE elimination based on the pro poll. Well when the show went on the air Striker broke it to us that were surprises in store.
First came Micheal Tarver. The one who I said was going home no matter what happened. He had won only one match and practically walked off on every competition that was held over the course of the show. But what I didn't expect was they booted him off because he said last week that he should be the one to go home. That's fine by me. I didn't like him and him going home was not a shock at all.
The shocker came next. Daniel Bryan is my personal favorite. I followed him since I saw him, Bryan Danielson, at a ROH show last year was very impressed. He was ranked #1 and despite going 0-10 in NXT matches, I figured he was safe no matter what. Well, he said the same thing that Tarver did last week, so that sent him home too. I will admit, I was totally stunned. But I did BIG TIME love what he said during the his exit interview. He revealed that he is Bryan Danielson, and that I hope is the sign that he will be back soon on Raw or Smackdown as the wrestler and person I expected to begin with.
Finally, the pros poll came out and Skip Sheffield, honestly not a surprise at all, went home. Not much to say on that except, I wonder what would have happened if they actually did the real pro poll before the surprise double elimination at the beginning of the show.
Overall, I will say the whole thing caught me off guard. It seems like they are now rushing the show by. It might be the low ratings, or it might be the fact that Smackdown is moving the SyFy in October and the show has to be over by them so they don't have two wrestling programs on the same channel. Either way, I'm very curious what they are going to do next, but I won't be shocked at all if at the end of all this it comes down to David Otunga and Wade Barrett.
I, much like alot of people were expecting ONE elimination based on the pro poll. Well when the show went on the air Striker broke it to us that were surprises in store.
First came Micheal Tarver. The one who I said was going home no matter what happened. He had won only one match and practically walked off on every competition that was held over the course of the show. But what I didn't expect was they booted him off because he said last week that he should be the one to go home. That's fine by me. I didn't like him and him going home was not a shock at all.
The shocker came next. Daniel Bryan is my personal favorite. I followed him since I saw him, Bryan Danielson, at a ROH show last year was very impressed. He was ranked #1 and despite going 0-10 in NXT matches, I figured he was safe no matter what. Well, he said the same thing that Tarver did last week, so that sent him home too. I will admit, I was totally stunned. But I did BIG TIME love what he said during the his exit interview. He revealed that he is Bryan Danielson, and that I hope is the sign that he will be back soon on Raw or Smackdown as the wrestler and person I expected to begin with.
Finally, the pros poll came out and Skip Sheffield, honestly not a surprise at all, went home. Not much to say on that except, I wonder what would have happened if they actually did the real pro poll before the surprise double elimination at the beginning of the show.
Overall, I will say the whole thing caught me off guard. It seems like they are now rushing the show by. It might be the low ratings, or it might be the fact that Smackdown is moving the SyFy in October and the show has to be over by them so they don't have two wrestling programs on the same channel. Either way, I'm very curious what they are going to do next, but I won't be shocked at all if at the end of all this it comes down to David Otunga and Wade Barrett.
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