WWE 2004: The Hangover

[SpecialDelivery]

I skim the top 25 for the most part. I'd suggest doing it quarterly or something with more time in between than every week. The movement is minimal. Maybe even like a year end thing.

[RKOwnage]

<p>Power 25: Week 1, May 2004</p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="http://www.wwe.com/power25/wk1may04" data-cite="http://www.wwe.com/power25/wk1may04" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36517" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><span>http://xcf2.webs.com/power%2025.jpg</span><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WWE Power 25: Week 1, May 2004</span></strong></p><p> </p><p> Each week, WWE.com will rank the top 25 Superstars and Divas in accordance with a variety of factors. These factors include wins, momentum, and quality of opponents, as well as popular opinion: This week’s Power 25 is as follows:</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#1</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="66pRLxD.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/66pRLxD.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">Triple H</span></strong></p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Previous:</span></strong> #1</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:left;"><p><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Why:</span></strong> “The Cerebral Assassin” maintains his top spot by making sure that Evolution decimated Chris Benoit.</p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#2</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="5mCsTSL.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5mCsTSL.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#0000FF;">Eddie Guerrero</span></strong></p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Previous:</span></strong> #2</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:left;"><p><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Why:</span></strong> A crafty ruse leading to the Big Show’s disqualification was not enough for Eddie to leap frog Triple H to reclaim the #1 spot.</p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#3</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="0eTjKMM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0eTjKMM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#0000FF;">Kurt Angle</span></strong></p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Previous:</span></strong> #3</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:left;"><p><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Why:</span></strong> Angle may have saved Eddie Guerrero from the Big Show, but was there some longing in his eyes as he looked at the WWE Title?</p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#4</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="vfVCug4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vfVCug4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">Chris Benoit</span></strong></p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Previous:</span></strong> #4</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:left;"><p><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Why:</span></strong> Benoit was able to defeat Ric Flair, but at what cost? He received an RKO and a gang-style beatdown from Evolution for his efforts.</p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#5</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="MQwofn0.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MQwofn0.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#0000FF;">Brock Lesnar</span></strong></p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Previous:</span></strong> #6</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:left;"><p><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Why:</span></strong> Brock cracks the top 5 for something that didn’t happen – Edge didn’t show up on SmackDown because of the beating Lesnar gave him the week before.</p></div><p></p></div><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#6</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="6rLpUSvs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/6rLpUSvs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">Shawn Michaels</span></strong> (previous #5); “The Heartbreak Kid” drops a spot because of inactivity on RAW. He’ll take on Johnny Nitro this Monday.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#7</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="OLkjkujs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OLkjkujs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">Randy Orton</span></strong> (previous #7); Orton ended the rally of Chris Benoit at the end of the show last Monday with an RKO. They’ll face off this upcoming Monday.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#8</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="kM2rZgUs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/kM2rZgUs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">Rob Van Dam</span></strong> (previous #8); Van Dam was never able to accept or deny Michaels’ apology on RAW.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#9</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="YmY5eVps.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YmY5eVps.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#0000FF;">Scott Steiner</span></strong> (previous: #12); “The Genetic Freak” made a statement on SmackDown, calling the Undertaker out and putting him out.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#10</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="cI2DTWNs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/cI2DTWNs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="g6zxWdms.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/g6zxWdms.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">The Dudley Boyz</span></strong> (previous: #10); The champs will take on Shelton Benjamin and Rodney Mack in a Backlash rematch this Monday.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#11</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="Pk8B6JOs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Pk8B6JOs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#0000FF;">The Undertaker</span></strong> (previous #9); Should the Undertaker be worried heading into Judgment Day against Scott Steiner?</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#12</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="icDcXGFs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/icDcXGFs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">Batista</span></strong> (previous: #11); The hound was unleashed as he aided the Evolution beatdown of Benoit on Monday night.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#13</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="Pp9cPOss.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Pp9cPOss.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">Kane</span></strong> (previous: #13); After taking out Tajiri, Kane looks to refocus and get back to his dominating ways.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#14</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="ySr8GS6s.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ySr8GS6s.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#0000FF;">Chavo Guerrero</span></strong> (previous: #15); Another week, another title defense. Chavo continues to roll.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#15</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="S4VnQmHs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/S4VnQmHs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#0000FF;">Mark Henry</span></strong> (previous: #20); “The World’s Strongest Man” pinned the United States Champion on Thursday, but was foiled by Hardcore Holly. He keeps on rolling.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#16</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="W5aGUFYs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/W5aGUFYs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#0000FF;">John Cena</span></strong> (previous: #14); The champ’s been hit with a stroke of bad luck lately, as he lost to Mark Henry. He’s also got a new challenger in Rene Dupree.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#17</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i.imgur.com/xYQ5dlPs.jpg</span></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#0000FF;">Rene Dupree</span></strong> (previous: #17); Dupree’s attack did not deter the United States Champion; can SmackDown’s youngest superstar win his first singles title at Judgment Day?</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#18</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="YCsXSU9s.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YCsXSU9s.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#0000FF;">The Big Show</span></strong> (previous: #18); Big Show may have lost via a sketchy disqualification, but the real loss was getting fended off by Angle and Guerrero.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#19</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="dhDKZ5hs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dhDKZ5hs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">Chris Jericho</span></strong> (previous: #16); Y2J could not defeat Christian for a second time thanks to an unforeseen attacker.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#20</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="9IpjDhZs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9IpjDhZs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#0000FF;">Edge</span></strong> (previous: #19); Edge did not appear on SmackDown this week, will he be fit enough to make it next week?</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#21</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="gBgl89us.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/gBgl89us.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="w3hYP6ps.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/w3hYP6ps.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#0000FF;">Charlie Haas and Lance Storm</span></strong> (previous: #23); The WWE Tag Champs ended the tenure of the APA on SmackDown with a victory.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#22</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i.imgur.com/BMY1ohPs.jpg</span></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">Johnny Nitro</span></strong> (previous: #24); Nitro has made a huge impact thus far, but will he be able to defeat “The Heartbreak Kid” in just his fourth match?</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#23</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i.imgur.com/9bHsEeHs.jpg</span></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#FF0000;">Christian</span></strong> (previous: N/A); With a little help from a friend, Christian was able to avenge his Backlash loss to Chris Jericho by pinning him on RAW.</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#24</span></strong></p><p> <img alt="f5xpIIrs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/f5xpIIrs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#0000FF;">Booker T</span></strong> (previous: #21); Booker was found knocked out backstage, who was his attacker?</p><p> </p><p> <strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">#25</span></strong></p><p> <span>http://i.imgur.com/KDs3T1js.jpg</span></p><p> <strong><span style="color:#0000FF;">Hardcore Holly</span></strong> (previous: N/A); Holly showed his Alabama side on Thursday, coming out swinging a chair against Mark Henry. Hardcore is not afraid.</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> I originally planned for the Power 25 to be more interactive than it is, but maybe I'll do some sort of "Who's Hot, Who's Not" thing instead spotlighting 2 guys from each brand that are either thriving or doing poorly. Think that might work better or be more effective?</p><p> </p><p> When I said tedious I didn't mean that I wasn't having fun doing it, I just wanted to make sure that everyone's getting a nice supplement of game information besides the shows. Which do you think would be better, the Power 25 or the Hot/Not thing?</p>

[RKOwnage]

<p>WWE RAW Preview: Week 1, May 2004</p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36517" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><span>http://i.imgur.com/4KX2mQs.jpg</span><p><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="font-size:14px;"> </span></span></strong><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="color:#FF0000;"><span style="font-family:'times new roman';">WWE RAW</span></span></span></span></strong><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"><span style="font-size:12px;">Monday, Week 1, May 2004</span></span></span></strong></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> This week on Monday Night RAW, we see gold on the line, a newcomer challenge a future Hall of Famer, an in-ring return, an in-ring debut, and a main event featuring two of the hottest wrestlers on the brand!</span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> Find out what happens by tuning in at 9pm EST/6pm PST!</span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> </span><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Match Preview</span></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> </span><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"><strong>World Tag Team Championship</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> The Dudley Boyz © vs. Shelton Benjamin and Rodney Mack</span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> Comment:</span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> Spike Dudley vs. (Christian's Associate) w/Christian and Trish Stratus</span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> Comment:</span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> Rob Van Dam vs. A-Train</span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> Comment: </span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> Matt Cappotelli vs. William Regal</span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> Comment:</span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> Shawn Michaels vs. Johnny Nitro w/Melina</span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> Comment: </span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> </span><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"><strong>Non-Title Match</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> Chris Benoit vs. Randy Orton w/Triple H</span></p><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman';"> Comment: </span></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Good luck!</p>

[Beejus]

<p>The P25 is more of a fluff piece than anything, so if you've found it taxing, then drop it. You're the writer, we're just along for the ride <img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> </p><p>

World Tag Team Championship</p><p>

<em>The Dudley Boyz</em> © vs. Shelton Benjamin and Rodney Mack</p><p>

Comment: <em>I'd like to see Shelton make a run for himself in the singles department. But I do like your strategy to get him to teach Mack a few things. I don't see them nabbing the titles though. Thou Shalt Not Nab the Titles from Da Dudleyz, I guess.</em></p><p> </p><p>

Spike Dudley vs. <em>(Christian's Associate)</em> w/Christian and Trish Stratus</p><p>

Comment: <em>Intrigued to see if it's Tomko or someone different.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<em>Rob Van Dam</em> vs. A-Train</p><p>

Comment: <em>If Tajiri would start teaming with A-Train, you could start calling him the Orient Express, and they could be The Railroad Warriors.</em></p><p> </p><p>

Matt Cappotelli vs. <em>William Regal</em></p><p>

Comment: <em>Go Regal!</em></p><p> </p><p>

<em>Shawn Michaels</em> vs. Johnny Nitro w/Melina</p><p>

Comment: <em>By DQ or something, so that Johnny looks good.</em></p><p> </p><p>

Non-Title Match</p><p>

<em>Chris Benoit</em> vs. Randy Orton w/Triple H</p><p>

Comment: <em>Non-title means Randy can afford to drop this one.</em></p>

[Kijar]

<p>Dudleyz</p><p>

Associate</p><p>

RVD</p><p>

Regal</p><p>

Michaels</p><p>

Benoit</p>

[The Lloyd]

World Tag Team Championship

The Dudley Boyz © vs. Shelton Benjamin and Rodney Mack

Comment: The official split happens I think, with a Title shot

 

Spike Dudley vs. (Christian's Associate) w/Christian and Trish Stratus

Comment:Could this be Tyson Rude?!

 

Rob Van Dam vs. A-Train

Comment:

 

Matt Cappotelli vs. William Regal

Comment:

 

Shawn Michaels vs. Johnny Nitro w/Melina

Comment:

 

Non-Title Match

Chris Benoit vs. Randy Orton w/Triple H

Comment:

 

I like the Power 25, but maybe a 5 would be easier and better

 

However, I LOVE 'The Chosen Ones'... Burke was always severely underated in my opinion, and MVP/Jordan are both entertaining

[SpecialDelivery]

World Tag Team Championship

The Dudley Boyz © vs. Shelton Benjamin and Rodney Mack

Comment:

 

Spike Dudley vs. (Christian's Associate) w/Christian and Trish Stratus

Comment:

 

Rob Van Dam vs. A-Train

Comment:

 

Matt Cappotelli vs. William Regal

Comment:

 

Shawn Michaels vs. Johnny Nitro w/Melina

Comment:

 

Non-Title Match

Chris Benoit vs. Randy Orton w/Triple H

Comment:

[Russelrules44]

The Dudley Boyz © vs. Shelton Benjamin and Rodney Mack

Comment:

 

Spike Dudley vs. (Christian's Associate) w/Christian and Trish Stratus

Comment:

 

Rob Van Dam vs. A-Train

Comment:

 

Matt Cappotelli vs. William Regal

Comment:

 

Shawn Michaels vs. Johnny Nitro w/Melina

Comment: Now, I know what your thinking, What?! Nitro over Michaels?!....Well, Nitro is a great talent and so is Michaels but I think Nitro could have a great future in the WWE.

 

Non-Title Match

Chris Benoit vs. Randy Orton w/Triple H

Comment:

 

Tyson Rude........EUREEKA!.....Is it Bobby Roode?

[Frootloop]

Match Preview

World Tag Team Championship

The Dudley Boyz © vs. Shelton Benjamin and Rodney Mack

Comment: Shelton and Rodney aren't going that far, I don't think.

 

Spike Dudley vs. (Christian's Associate) w/Christian and Trish Stratus

Comment: A debut, one side having three people, and one side being Spike Dudley? Three strikes, Spike loses.

 

Rob Van Dam vs. A-Train

Comment: RVD! RVD! RVD!

 

Matt Cappotelli vs. William Regal

Comment: One veteran, and...

 

Shawn Michaels vs. Johnny Nitro w/Melina

Comment: one upset

 

Non-Title Match

Chris Benoit vs. Randy Orton w/Triple H

Comment: Benoit is getting pushed hard.

[DustyGuns]

<p>World Tag Team Championship</p><p>

<strong>The Dudley Boyz ©</strong> vs. Shelton Benjamin and Rodney Mack</p><p>

Comment: I think Shelton starts his singles run after this match.</p><p> </p><p>

Spike Dudley vs. <strong>(Christian's Associate) w/Christian and Trish Stratus</strong></p><p>

Comment: I'm interested to see who it is. Especially if it's Tyson Rude.</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Rob Van Dam</strong> vs. A-Train</p><p>

Comment: </p><p> </p><p>

Matt Cappotelli vs. <strong>William Regal</strong></p><p>

Comment: I always really liked Regal.</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Shawn Michaels</strong> vs. Johnny Nitro w/Melina</p><p>

Comment: I think it doesn't have a clean finish, but Michaels still gets the win.</p><p> </p><p>

Non-Title Match</p><p>

Chris Benoit vs. <strong>Randy Orton w/Triple H</strong></p><p>

Comment: I think Triple H gets involved and costs Benoit the win.</p>

[Russelrules44]

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="The Lloyd" data-cite="The Lloyd" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36517" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><p> However, I LOVE 'The Chosen Ones'... Burke was always severely underated in my opinion, and MVP/Jordan are both entertaining <img alt=":)" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />[/i]</p></div></blockquote><p> *takes the honor for making the name*</p>

[michgcs]

<p>Maybe the Power 25 thing might help if it was monthly? Just a thought... </p><p> </p><p>

Match Preview</p><p>

World Tag Team Championship</p><p>

<strong>The Dudley Boyz ©</strong> vs. Shelton Benjamin and Rodney Mack</p><p>

Comment: <em>I know you said you have a story for Mack-Benjamin but hopefully it doesn't involve winning the titles</em></p><p> </p><p>

Spike Dudley vs. <strong>(Christian's Associate) w/Christian and Trish Stratus</strong></p><p>

Comment: <em>TOMKO?! </em><img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/eek.png.0e09df00fa222c85760b9bc1700b5405.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Rob Van Dam</strong> vs. A-Train</p><p>

Comment: </p><p> </p><p>

Matt Cappotelli vs. <strong>William Regal</strong></p><p>

Comment:</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Shawn Michaels</strong> vs. Johnny Nitro w/Melina</p><p>

Comment: <em>Sigh </em><img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/frown.png.e6b571745a30fe6a6f2e918994141a47.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> </p><p>

Non-Title Match</p><p>

<strong>Chris Benoit</strong> vs. Randy Orton w/Triple H</p><p>

Comment: <em>Ask me again in a couple of years </em><img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/tongue.png.ceb643b2956793497cef30b0e944be28.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p>

[SteenBTW]

<p>World Tag Team Championship</p><p>

<strong>The Dudley Boyz ©</strong> vs. Shelton Benjamin and Rodney Mack</p><p>

Comment:</p><p> </p><p>

Spike Dudley vs. <strong>(Christian's Associate)</strong> w/Christian and Trish Stratus</p><p>

Comment:</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Rob Van Dam</strong> vs. A-Train</p><p>

Comment: </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Matt Cappotelli</strong> vs. William Regal</p><p>

Comment:</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Shawn Michaels</strong> vs. Johnny Nitro w/Melina</p><p>

Comment: </p><p> </p><p>

Non-Title Match</p><p>

<strong>Chris Benoit</strong> vs. Randy Orton w/Triple H</p><p>

Comment</p>

[shawn michaels]

<p>Dudleyz</p><p>

Associate</p><p>

RVD</p><p>

Regal</p><p>

Michaels</p><p>

Benoit</p><p> </p><p>

In a bit of a hurry to make it in time, since I've been away and just finished catching up. But keep up the great work.</p>

[christmas_ape]

<p>World Tag Team Championship</p><p>

<strong>The Dudley Boyz ©</strong> vs. Shelton Benjamin and Rodney Mack</p><p>

Comment:</p><p> </p><p>

Spike Dudley vs.<strong> (Christian's Associate) w/Christian and Trish Stratus</strong></p><p>

Comment:</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Rob Van Dam</strong> vs. A-Train</p><p>

Comment: </p><p> </p><p>

Matt Cappotelli vs. <strong>William Regal</strong></p><p>

Comment:</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Shawn Michaels </strong>vs. Johnny Nitro w/Melina</p><p>

Comment: </p><p> </p><p>

Non-Title Match</p><p>

<strong>Chris Benoit</strong> vs. Randy Orton w/Triple H</p><p>

Comment:</p>

[Dawn]

Maybe the Power 25 thing might help if it was monthly? Just a thought...

 

Match Preview

World Tag Team Championship

The Dudley Boyz © vs. Shelton Benjamin and Rodney Mack

Comment: I know you said you have a story for Mack-Benjamin but hopefully it doesn't involve winning the titles

 

Spike Dudley vs. (Christian's Associate) w/Christian and Trish Stratus

Comment: TOMKO?!

 

Rob Van Dam vs. A-Train

Comment:

 

Matt Cappotelli vs. William Regal

Comment:

 

Shawn Michaels vs. Johnny Nitro w/Melina

Comment: Sigh

 

Non-Title Match

Chris Benoit vs. Randy Orton w/Triple H

Comment: Ask me again in a couple of years

 

I echo mich's picks here.

[RKOwnage]

WWE Monday Night RAW: Week 1, May 2004

 

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WWE RAWMonday, Week 1, May 2004

 

The opening video plays featuring the Superstars that will be on the show tonight as Jim Ross and Jerry "The King" Lawler welcome the television audience to tonight's presentation of Monday Night RAW!

 

Jim Ross hypes the multitude of high-stakes action we’ve got for the audience tonight, and Jerry “The King” Lawler backs him up by saying how anxious he is to get started!

 

RATING: 80 (B)

Notes: None.

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http://i.imgur.com/cI2DTWN.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/g6zxWdm.jpg vs. http://i.imgur.com/1cBihZ1.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/fPP61U0.jpg

The Dudley Boyz © vs. Shelton Benjamin and Rodney Mack

 

In a Backlash rematch, Shelton and Mack put in another pretty good effort. However, this one also saw them come up short, this time with a 3-D to Rodney Mack.

 

RATING: 69 (C+)

Notes: 8:19. Shelton’s getting a little stale. D-Von Dudley’s in-ring skills seem to be getting better.

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As Lilian Garcia announces The Dudleyz as the winners, “Line in the Sand” hits and Evolution interrupts the champions. Batista and Ric Flair hit the top of the ramp in suits, and Flair’s got a microphone.

 

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“Enjoy those belts, boys, because you ain’t gonna be holdin’ em for long! You see, big Dave and I got caught up after you guys got lucky and beat us for those titles, but not no more, boys! Keep ‘em warm, baby, WOO!”

 

RATING: 81 (B)

Notes: Flair was good at improvising here.

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In the back, Chris Benoit is standing with Jonathan Coachman, talking about his match tonight and challenge to Triple H.

 

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“It doesn’t matter to me if I’ve gotta beat Batista, Ric Flair, Randy Orton, or anybody else in that locker room. You could put the entire roster in the ring with me and I will break them in half. If you get in my way, I will make you tap, and Randy, I hope you’re—“

 

Benoit notices someone walking towards him. They come into the frame – it’s Triple H himself.

 

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“You know, Benoit, you’ve got a lot of nerve. You were a second rate wrestler for 18 years, and you get a fluke win on SmackDown and you come over here like you run the show. Well I got news for ya, Chris. Over here on RAW, it ain’t you who runs the show, man. You see this big gold belt? This means that “The Game” is the man who calls the shots over here. You are nothing in my world, Benoit, and when you get in the ring with Randy Orton later, you’re gonna realize that you’re nothing compared to the greatness…of Evolution and the greatness…of Triple H.”

 

Benoit flashes a grin.

 

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“Well Hunter, what’s gonna happen when I break Randy’s neck? And then at Vengeance, what’s gonna happen when I break yours and I make you tap out and I take that belt right from around your waist? You better prepare, because I’m gonna kick Orton’s ass and then I’m gonna kick your ass.”

 

RATING: 100 (A*)

Notes: None.

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http://i.imgur.com/Uy0DsqP.jpg vs. http://i.imgur.com/7mSqWl3.jpg

Spike Dudley vs. Tyson Rude w/Christian and Trish Stratus

 

Christian and Trish came to the announce table to commentate the match. Christian told the commentators that this man’s name is Tyson Rude, and he’s a friend of his from Toronto. He called him his “Problem Solver.”

 

Jim Ross put him over as reminding him of an Arn Anderson-style enforcer, and in the ring he took Spike Dudley out in a few minutes with a vicious clothesline to the back of his head, which Christian called the Northern Lariat.

 

RATING: 36 (D-)

Notes: 5:38. Trish and Rude have excellent chemistry, awesome. Tyson and Spike had pretty good chemistry, too.

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In the back, Todd Grisham is with Ernest Miller. “The Cat” has a message for the rest of the locker room, telling them that he hasn’t even gotten a shot on Monday Night RAW yet. Bischoff’s given him a chance to pick his opponent. He’s gonna fight someone next week, but he’s a karate master so he’s gonna choose his opponent wisely because there’s only a select few who are worthy enough to be in the ring with Ernest “The Cat” Miller.

 

RATING: 60 ©

Notes: None.

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Rob Van Dam vs. A-Train

 

This match saw A-Train dominate most of it, but Van Dam was able to muster up the guts to claim the victory by hitting a series of kicks, Rolling Thunder, and then a Five Star Frog Splash.

 

RATING: 71 (B-)

Notes: 7:45.

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After a commercial break, the ring is set up for the Highlight Reel, and Chris Jericho makes his way out to the ring.

 

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“Hello and welcome to RRRAAAWWW…IIISSS….JERICHO!

 

The crowd cheers and Jericho pauses, smirking.

 

“For the first time in a long time and definitely not the last time, I’d like to welcome you to the Hiiiighlight Reel! My guest here tonight is one of the youngest superstars on RAW, and he’s the Intercontinental Champion! But not only is he the champion across continents, he’s also one of the biggest assclowns I’ve ever laid eyes on! But before we get to that, last week he attacked Chris Benoit from behind like a coward and jumped him with three other guys. Ladies and gentlemen please direct your attention to the obscenely expensive Jeritron 5000….roll the footage monkeys!”

 

Video footage from last week plays, where Orton flattens Benoit with an RKO and Evolution beats him down. We then go back to Jericho.

 

“So ladies and gentlemen, please welcome my guest…Randy Orton!”

 

Randy Orton makes his way out to the ring, not looking happy with his introduction. He gets into the ring and gets a microphone. Jericho asks him how he’s gonna beat Chris Benoit tonight.

 

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“How am I gonna beat Benoit tonight? Man I guess you took one too many shots in the head from Christian over the past couple weeks, ‘cause that’s a pretty stupid question. I’m gonna beat Benoit exactly how I beat Mick Foley at WrestleMania and Backlash. Just how I’ve beaten everyone who’s challenged for my Intercontinental Championship. By simply…being…better.”

 

Jericho doesn’t seem convinced.

 

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“Heh, y’know Randy, that seems a lot like Daddy talking . How many times did papa Bob tell you ‘Hey son, you might have struck out four times, but you’re still the best baseball player I know!” or ‘Randy, if you don’t want to be in the Marines, just quit!’ or ‘It’s okay if you like boys, Randy, because I experimented back in the day too,’ huh?”

 

Orton, increasingly angry, stares down Jericho and drops the microphone. The two jaw for a bit until Orton throws a punch! Jericho and Orton struggle for a bit, but Jericho gets the upper hand after a bit. As soon as Jericho gets control, Christian and Tyson Rude hit the ring to come to the aid of Orton! Christian and Rude attack Jericho from behind and put him down, tossing him into the Jeritron 5000. Jericho stumbles backwards into the Unprettier as the two stand tall over Y2J, Orton walking to the back.

 

RATING: 72 (B-)

Notes: Rude kinda dragged the segment down. Orton was good though.

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Matt Cappotelli vs. William Regal

 

In his in-ring return, William Regal made the former Tough Enough participant look like a rookie. The technician finished Cappotelli off with the Regal Stretch.

 

RATING: 50 (D+)

Notes: 5:50. They didn’t really click that well. Regal’s in-ring prowess has gotten better since we last saw him.

____________________________________________

 

Backstage, WWE Women’s Champion Lita is walking through the hallways, when she’s attacked by Molly Holly and an accomplice, who turns out to be Gail Kim! The returning Kim helps the former Women’s Champion beat Lita down backstage as they scratch and claw at her. After officials pull them away, Lita is in a crumpled heap, being tended to as we head to a commercial break.

 

RATING: 41 (D)

Notes: None.

____________________________________________

 

In the back, “The Coach” interviews Johnny Nitro, who is ready for his first chance to make a colossal impact on RAW by taking on Shawn Michaels. Melina is by his side.

 

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“Coach, the thing with this match is that I’ve got nothing to lose. I’m already the hottest star in Hollywood, and if Shawn Michaels thinks he can beat me, that’s fine. On the other hand, Shawn Michaels will lose a whole lot when he gets dropped by WWE’s hottest superstar. Are you ready, Shawn? Because it’s lights, camera, action right now and I don’t think you’re ready for Johnny Nitro.”

 

RATING: 76 (B-)

Notes: He improvised pretty well.

____________________________________________

 

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Shawn Michaels vs. Johnny Nitro w/Melina

 

Michaels saw himself down to the newcomer early, and Nitro played to the crowd like a true villain. However, a mental miscue saw Johnny Nitro come off the top rope and get blasted with Sweet Chin Music, “The Heartbreak Kid” picking up the win.

 

RATING: 62 ©

Notes: 9:28. This match was awkward and clunky, they didn’t have much chemistry. Michaels looked good though.

____________________________________________

 

As Nitro makes his way to the back, Shawn Michaels has his hand raised as the winner. Out of nowhere, flames explode from the turnbuckles and Kane makes his way to the ring. He shoves Nitro to the ground and Melina lets out a piercing scream. Michaels doesn’t know what to do, so as Kane slides into the ring, Michaels attacks! Kane quickly shrugs him off, however, and the tired Michaels is caught with Kane’s hand around his throat. Kane lands a big Chokeslam to “The Heartbreak Kid!” He lifts him up and hits another Chokeslam! Breathing heavily, Kane raises his arms and throws them down, fire exploding from the corners again!

 

Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler question why Kane would assault Shawn Michaels as we go to a commercial break.

 

RATING: 90 (A)

Notes: None.

____________________________________________

 

As we come back, JR and the King hype up an announcement that was just handed down by RAW General Manager Eric Bischoff. Next week, Christian and Chris Jericho will face off – inside a 15-foot high steel cage!

 

RATING: 72 (B-)

Notes: None.

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http://i.imgur.com/eosSUO6.jpg vs. http://i.imgur.com/DCSLsjN.jpg

Chris Benoit vs. Randy Orton w/Triple H

 

Benoit’s gauntlet against Evolution continued here in the main event against the Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton. The match saw even action, but Benoit looked like a man possessed. He eventually mustered up the strength to lock Orton in the Crippler Crossface, but Triple H jumped in and broke it up! Benoit wins by disqualification, and has not beaten Randy Orton!

 

RATING: 86 (B+)

Notes: 11:10.

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The assault continues after the match is over. Triple H pounds on Benoit until Orton comes to, aiding “The Game” in his attack. The two put the boots to Benoit until Chris Jericho runs down to his rescue! Jericho chases off both Orton and Triple H, tending to Chris Benoit on the ground as the show ends!

 

RATING: 94 (A)

Notes: None.

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OVERALL SHOW RATING: 87 (B+)

Notes: This show increased our popularity in 18 regions.

 

Quick Results

 

World Tag Team Championship

The Dudley Boyz © vs. Shelton Benjamin and Rodney Mack

 

Spike Dudley vs. Tyson Rude w/Christian and Trish Stratus

 

Rob Van Dam vs. A-Train

 

Matt Cappotelli vs. William Regal

 

Shawn Michaels vs. Johnny Nitro w/Melina

 

Non-Title Match

Chris Benoit vs. Randy Orton w/Triple H (DQ)

 

Prediction Contest Leaderboard

shawn michaels 82 - 6

Kijar - 6

The Lloyd - 6

Beejus – 6

christmas_ape - 6

michgcs – 6

Smasher1311 - 6

SpecialDelivery - 5

SteenBTW - 5

DustyGuns - 5

Frootloop - 5

Russelrules44 – 3

 

Pretty predictable card it seems, but that's fine. Onward toward Vengeance on the RAW side.

 

Question: What do you guys think about having a King of the Ring at Great American Bash? It'd be both RAW and SD, and in storyline it'd be sanctioned by both the GMs as well as McMahon that the RAW guys show up on the SD pay-per-view. It'll be just the semi-finals for each brand and then the finals which would pit RAW vs. SD. Think that's good, or would it be best if it were its own PPV?

[RKOwnage]

WWE SmackDown Preview: Week 1, May 2004

 

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WWE SmackDown!Thursday, Week 1, May 2004

Just a few weeks before Judgment Day, Kurt Angle and Eddie Guerrero team up to face off against Brock Lesnar and the Big Show! Angle saved Eddie last week, but will the two friends be able to fend off two freaks of nature?

 

Will either Edge or Booker T be on the show despite injuries? How will the fallout of the APA breakup affect SmackDown? Will Chavo Guerrero finally slip up and lose the Cruiserweight Title?

 

Find out at 8 pm Eastern/5 pm Pacific this Thursday night on UPN!

 

Match Preview

Stevie Richards vs. Charlie Haas

Comment:

 

#1 Contender's Match

Londrick vs. The Basham Brothers

Comment:

 

Rikishi vs. Matt Hardy

Comment:

 

WWE Cruiserweight Championship

Scotty 2 Hotty vs. Super Crazy vs. Chavo Guerrero ©

Comment:

 

Rey Mysterio vs. Mark Henry w/Theodore Long

Comment:

 

Eddie Guerrero and Kurt Angle vs. Brock Lesnar and the Big Show

Comment:

 

Good luck!

[Frootloop]

Match Preview

Stevie Richards vs. Charlie Haas

Comment: Because why not?

 

#1 Contender's Match

Londrick vs. The Basham Brothers

Comment: Heel champions? Face contenders

 

Rikishi vs. Matt Hardy

Comment:

 

WWE Cruiserweight Championship

Scotty 2 Hotty vs. Super Crazy vs. Chavo Guerrero ©

Comment: Surely there's something planned for him bigger than losing it to either of these two.

 

Rey Mysterio vs. Mark Henry w/Theodore Long

Comment: Via Cena interference

 

Eddie Guerrero and Kurt Angle vs. Brock Lesnar and the Big Show

Comment: Just a hunch

[The Lloyd]

Match Preview

Stevie Richards vs. Charlie Haas

Comment: More upside...

 

#1 Contender's Match

Londrick vs. The Basham Brothers

Comment:

 

Rikishi vs. Matt Hardy

Comment:

 

WWE Cruiserweight Championship

Scotty 2 Hotty vs. Super Crazy vs. Chavo Guerrero ©

Comment:

 

Rey Mysterio vs. Mark Henry w/Theodore Long

Comment:

 

Eddie Guerrero and Kurt Angle vs. Brock Lesnar and the Big Show

Comment:

[Kijar]

<p>Charlie Haas</p><p>

Londrick</p><p>

Rikishi</p><p>

Chavo GUerrero</p><p>

Mark henry</p><p>

Eddie Guerrero and Kurt Angle</p>

[michgcs]

<p>I think KOTR is always a good idea... one winner instead of two is a good way to curb viewer fatigue, too (*cough*I'mLookingAtYou,MITB*cough*)</p><p> </p><p>

Match Preview</p><p>

Stevie Richards vs. <strong>Charlie Haas</strong></p><p>

Comment: </p><p> </p><p>

#1 Contender's Match</p><p>

<strong>Londrick </strong>vs. The Basham Brothers</p><p>

Comment: <em>Bashams were alright but never really liked 'em.</em></p><p> </p><p>

Rikishi vs. <strong>Matt Hardy</strong></p><p>

Comment: <em>Fatt Hardy will win somehow (maybe he out-fats Rikishi)</em></p><p> </p><p>

WWE Cruiserweight Championship</p><p>

Scotty 2 Hotty vs. Super Crazy vs. <strong>Chavo Guerrero ©</strong></p><p>

Comment: <em>Ehh</em></p><p> </p><p>

Rey Mysterio vs. <strong>Mark Henry w/Theodore Long</strong></p><p>

Comment: <em>lol</em></p><p> </p><p>

Eddie Guerrero and Kurt Angle vs. <strong>Brock Lesnar and the Big Show</strong></p><p>

Comment: <em>Gut feel.</em></p>

[Beejus]

<p>I am definitely down with King of the Ring, in any form you put it on.</p><p> </p><p>

<em>Stevie Richards</em> vs. Charlie Haas</p><p>

Comment: <em>Haas can stick to winning in the tag division, I want to see where you're going with Dawn.</em></p><p> </p><p>

#1 Contender's Match</p><p>

<em>Londrick</em> vs. The Basham Brothers</p><p>

Comment: <em>Londrick vs LOR should be really good.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<em>Rikishi</em> vs. Matt Hardy</p><p>

Comment: <em>There hasn't been much Mattitude yet, maybe this match will trigger it.</em></p><p> </p><p>

WWE Cruiserweight Championship</p><p>

Scotty 2 Hotty vs. Super Crazy vs. <em>Chavo Guerrero</em> ©</p><p>

Comment: <em>Chavito rolling along.</em></p><p> </p><p>

Rey Mysterio vs. <em>Mark Henry</em> w/Theodore Long</p><p>

Comment: <em>Mizark shouldn't go from beating Cena to losing to Rey.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<em>Eddie Guerrero and Kurt Angle</em> vs. Brock Lesnar and the Big Show</p><p>

Comment: <em>Eddie can lie, cheat, and steal his way into this one.</em></p>

[shawn michaels]

<p>Stevie Richards</p><p>

Londrick</p><p>

Rikishi</p><p>

Chavo GUerrero</p><p>

Mark henry</p><p>

Eddie Guerrero and Kurt Angle</p><p> </p><p>

I'm ok with king of the ring in any form, but I don't think a specific PPV is needed at least for now.</p>

[Dawn]

I would love, really love a KOTR, RKO. But i prefer it being on his own PPV rather than The Great American Bash. The KOTR in another PPV seems...well...not right to me.

 

Stevie Richards

Londrick

Rikishi

Chavo Guerrero ©

Mark Henry

Eddie Guerrero & Kurt Angle