The Undertaker's Wrestlemania 28 Plans

[Notorious718]

While I don't really buy Jericho as a viable threat to Undertaker's streak, at the same time I would like to see this match because I remember the both of them having a very solid one on Smackdown awhile back. I'd love to see a feud between the two that goes into Wrestlemania. On the other hand, I really don't want to see Jericho has Undertaker's last opponent at Wrestlemania at least. I think that spot should go to someone else and I think Sheamus could fit that bill nicely if he continues to be built up as a legitimate threat over the coming year, which I think he can.

But regardless of who ends up being Undertaker's opponent at this year's Wrestlemania, I'm almost 100% certain that Undertaker will not lose. I'm just not at all very interested in seeing Undertaker have another Wrestlemania rematch. I'm not saying that the match would be bad but I just don't feel very emotionally invested in a HHH/Undertaker rematch.

 

[Mr.Fortuna]

Anyone even inviting the idea that Taker could square off against Mick Foley? I mean there is absolutly no one threatning enough to actually possibly defeat him, other than Triple H or John Cena.

Cena is matched-up and I dont think HHH-Taker will rematch at WM.

Heres to a Foley-Taker Hell In A Cell Match

 

[LoudClearVoice]

I have no problem with Jericho vs. The Undertaker. Jericho is a great entertainer and I think the hype and promos would be very solid. One thing to remember is that the past few years, Undertaker's match has been THE Main Event of the entire Wrestlemania card.

This year, John Cena vs. The Rock is THE main event. So, the question is, do they want to try to compete with that match in terms of hype or do they want to do something beneficial long term? If they want to compete with the hype of the main event, then Jericho vs. Taker could do that or Taker vs. Foley. If they want to do something that is more beneficial long-term but not as hype-worthy then I think they should do The Miz vs. The Undertaker. Of course Miz will lose but having a great match at Wrestlemania against the Undertaker will put Miz very far over and could possibly lead to a face turn.


If they're going to do Taker vs. Jericho, what about this idea: Jericho makes a surprise return at the Rumble and wins it. Over the next few weeks, he says he'll make his decision on which champion to face at Wrestlemania. Finally, he says he is not going to face either champion. He is going to use his Rumble win to give a shot at something "larger" than the WWE or World Heayweight Championship, a chance at wrestling immortality, a chance to end The Streak.

 

[cm ben]

Xemmy Le'Beau, I just drooled all over my keyboard cuz of yr sig...

Just because every likely opponent for Taker's already been said, I'll throw an extremely unlikely name into the hat... read my explanation of why there's an infinitesimally small chance for it to happen before killing me... Daniel Bryan.

First of all, we know he's the Smackdown MitB holder, Cena vs Rock is supposedly for the WWE Title (although that may have been conveniently forgotten by this point), and so the Royal Rumble winner would have no one to challenge, unless he is fine entering a triple threat match. Maybe Daniel Bryan would use his briefcase to cash in on 'Taker instead. It's possible!!

Second of all, I think it'd be a good match. DBD could "carry" Taker (in quotes, because Taker doesn't need to be carried, exactly) in the sense that he could provide all of the high flying, quick-paced action that Taker can't (or more realistically, shouldn't) do anymore. Plus, with all of his submission maneuvers, there would be a lot of nail-biting moments. Guillotine choke countered into Last Ride... I can see it already...

Third of all, it would serve the purpose of extending The Streak while making a new, honorable face superstar look extremely strong... no way DBD would beat Taker, but he could take him to the limit for 20 minutes. That's quite an accomplishment.

Bryan would have to be booked EXTREMELY strongly leading up to 'Mania, of course. No more Sin Cara helping him out after matches. He'd have to make dudes submit like no one's business, and probably kick a lot of ass in the Elimination Chamber. Is it going to happen? Probably not-to-no. Would I have the same reaction I do to Xemmy Le'Beau's signature if it did happen? Well, I hope not, but it's possible.

 

[Mr.Fortuna]

I don`t agree with Jericho and Taker having a match at WM. Jericho might never come back and honestly he isn`t believable enough to be able to beat Taker. I`m sorry but thats the way I feel. Triple H executed about 4 pedigrees on Taker and still couldnt put him away. Are we to believe that Jericho has a shot in hell?

 

[H33LTurn]

I no longer believe in any report surfacing about Takers mania plans. Last Mania we were supposed to see Barrett or Sheamus and that never happened as well. Jericho hasnt shown any desire to step back into the ring so I dont know how concrete plans with him can be. Sheamus is a good pick but just to be original I have to say Cody Rhodes. Hes the perfect type of cocky heel that has what it takes and has everything to gain by beating Taker. It would be like this era's version of Orton vs Taker.

 

[Xemmy]

I have serious doubts, after the last 5 Wrestlemanias that The Undertaker will go up against an "Up-And-Comer". To me, Sheamus is not completely established yet, despite being in apart of the main event picture. He's got everything, but Undertaker's last 4 opponents have really risen the bar. Batista, Edge, Shawn Michaels, and Triple H. You think of the Main Event of Wrestlemania when I say these names. Sheamus would have to improve on the mic and be World Champion once or twice more before I could look at him in a similar light. Hell, he'd have to actually Main Event Wrestlemania before facing the Undertaker. With that in mind, as far as active wrestlers go, CM Punk seems like the best choice for me. With John Cena and the Rock going at it at Wrestlemania, why not have Punk go after the Undertaker. CM Punk doesn't have to be a heel going into it either. His current character would be fine- and it'd be a serious "passing of the torch" sort of thing. Other than CM Punk, Randy Orton or a THIRD Triple H match (God Forbid) I don't see any other active Wrestlers up to it. Stone Cold Steve Austin continues to be my biggest hope, given it's the only thing that could stand up to a Rock vs Cena match. But Austin coming out of retirement for a match seems to be a far away dream.

 

[Skairipa Matrix]

honestly i think jericho would do great as the opponet for undertaker at wrestlemania! jericho can put on a good match with anybody really and taker puts it all on the line at mania! but the idea with christian sounds really interesting as well with going to dark places in his mind and things like that but i just cant see christian facing undertaker at wrestlemania...sheamus i dont think it would be a good match personally i mean sheamus is good and we all know taker is great but i dont think they would work well together

 

[hatehabsforever]

Personally I am not convinced that we will see the Undertaker compete against anyone at WM28. My prediction is that he will not be on the card at all, taking a longer hiatus than normal due to numerous chronic injuries.

He will return at Wrestlemania 29 to face John Cena, completing his undefeated streak at a perfect 19-0 in his final Wrestlemania. The rematch will happen at Survivor Series in a Casket Match, in which John Cena will prevail, and the Phenom will never be seen again (until his well deserved Hall of Fame induction).

 

[AmneonX]

First off, has anyone noticed that Taker has never met with the Top guys at Mania. He's never met Rock, Austin, Hogan, or Cena.

Second, i'm going completely off the radar. I'm going with Tyler Reks. I am big on this guy and think he could do good things if he had the chance.

So heres the situation.
Undertaker takes Tyler Reks under his wing, getting him lots of TV time. Works with him on ring and mic work, kayfabe and back stage. All the attention rockets Reks up to High Mid Card. Teddy Long comes out and says "Since the Undertaker does not have an opponent for Wrestlemania, he will forfeit and it will count as a long at Wrestlemania, thus ending the streak. Than Reks can say "I'll Do it. With all due respect 'Taker. You have shown me a lot. You have shown me that you get what you earn. You get what you deserve. You don't deserve this. So At Mania. Face Me. Get what you earn. Earn a Win or Earn a lose. You have to earn it."

They shake hands, than Reks keeps his hand and hits the Burning Hammer on him. So for the time leading to Wrestlemania, Taker comes out on the stage during Reks' matches, and Reks does the same. Taunting each other. Have Reks come out during a match. Lights cut off, and when the lights come on. Michelle McTaker is shown in a cage. Reks tell's taker this year for him, its all or nothing. He either wins, and keeps his wife, streak, and career or loses and leaves the company forever.

They put on one hell of a match(I think Reks can do it if given a chance) but Reks can't put him away. Even with help from a couple of other guys(Hawkins/Ryder), Tyler can't get it done. He gets close, but Kane and Big Show come to even the odds. Taker hits the last ride(puts Reks through the ring) and pins him.

But Taker decides he's going to take his 20-0, and his wife, and go home anyways. Comes back on Raw to give his farewell speech. and Poof he's gone. 20-0 cemented in his "Tombstone"

 

[lee9715]

Love the idea of Cody facing Taker.

Taker should pass the torch. 20 and 0 doesn't matter when it's likely no one's ever going to have a streak like that again. His legacy stays in tact as he pushes up a newer talent (hopefully of his choice).

 

[keehlnate]

There are 5 wrestlers which I believe can face undertaker in WM28
1. Chris Jericho - Chris Jericho can certainly hype this fight. He will come out and say "I'm the best at what I do and I will definitely end the undertaker's streak" something like that. Anyways, we all know what Chris Jericho is capable of and what a way to end his career (because I believe he will lost if he gets his shot at mania) and be inducted to the HOF.

2. CM Punk - With all the attention in the wrestling world is in CM Punk now, he might be able to face the undertaker at WM.

3. Brock Lesnar - Yeah hit me all you want but Lesnar can sell tickets. His fight at the UFC was the biggest draw in the company's history. That encounter with the undertaker at his last appearance at the octagon, undertaker said: "you wanna do it?" this might be a question if Lesnar want's a match with him at Mania. This Lesnar-Undertaker match is where I put my money on. Lesnar is a beast/freak athlete now far from his form the last time he stepped on a WWE ring. They can definitely put on a show.

4. Sheamus - I'm surprised too when I thought about Sheamus facing the Undertaker. But if he continue to win and keep his image as the Celtic Warrior this fella might pull this one off. Win or Lose with the undertaker at WM, your career would definitely level up by a high margin.

5. The Great Khali - Remember the time when Khali first appeared in the WWE ring? He destroyed Undertaker. If Khali is pushed to a far better heel way beyond that he is, this might be a great match. I like to see undertaker in a position that he can be considered as the underdog. Although there is no way Undertaker can pull off his chokeslam(in a believable way), his last ride(w/o Khali getting on the turnbuckle), and his tombstone(well he might be able to pull this one off but that could perhaps end his career LOL), he can finish him with a hell's gate and seal the streak to 20-0.

RUNNER UPS:
Mick Foley - He said he would return. This guy might have the chance but I certainly don't wanna see oldies.
John Cena - This is a big match but Cena is booked with The Rock at WM so... NVM.
Christian - I don't know what the wwe is planning for this guy but if I will pick him I would say the same reason as why I picked Y2J.
Cody Rhodes - maybe same reason as Sheamus. This is a push that would definitely change his career.

HE SHOULDN'T FACE:
1. Rey Mysterio - I got a lot of respect for rey-rey but Rey is "the ultimate underdog". You don't want too see an underdog facing undertaker in what could be the undertaker's last WM. Sorry rey-rey.
2. Wade Barett - This guy has a lot of potential, charisma, and excellent leadership that may be in par with Triple H. But finishers make superstars and his "wasteland" is definitely a dud. Change it perhaps?
3. Alberto del Rio - Although he has a great finisher but if he face Undertaker at WM, fans would already know that the Undertaker will never tap at his cross-arm breaker, so that in a way would form a cliche. So definitely NO.

 

[Kitten Cutter]

Being HUGE Undertaker fan, I do not want to see the Streak end. I'd love to see him end at 20-0, but I don't want him to have trouble walking either. I could live with his legacy ending at 19-0 and his last match being his victory over HHH.

However, if he can do it, here are the three I'd love to see and would make the most sense:

3. Mick Foley - Bring back the Catcus Jack or Mankind persona and let them go out together for one last match. Foley isn't a technical wrestler so it'd be an all-out brawl from start to finish. It wouldn't last long but it'd be intense.

2. Wade Barrett - Storyline-wise, it completes the Buried Alive from last year, but think about what Barrett is going through now. He's in that weird transition period where he has no feud and looking for the next thing. Challenging Taker would be a way to get the rub. Backstage-wise Taker has said that he like Barrett and would probably love to face him at least once before he's done.

1. The Miz - I know people don't see The Miz as a credible threat, but the guy has mainstream appeal, as evident by his main-eventing WM 28. The Miz would make the match a true top card billing, and he could push the match on multiple talk shows that he'll be the one to finish off The Undertaker. He's small enough for Taker to throw around, and he's aggressive enough to really take it to him and create some intense offense. We all know what a fan The Miz is of wrestling, so he'd definitely take the match seriously, and still give him the rub to establish that he'll be a top guy for a long time.

 

[Masked_Rick]

Personally I am not convinced that we will see the Undertaker compete against anyone at WM28. My prediction is that he will not be on the card at all, taking a longer hiatus than normal due to numerous chronic injuries.

He will return at Wrestlemania 29 to face John Cena, completing his undefeated streak at a perfect 19-0 in his final Wrestlemania. The rematch will happen at Survivor Series in a Casket Match, in which John Cena will prevail, and the Phenom will never be seen again (until his well deserved Hall of Fame induction).

I agree with this, although I go with the popular choice that if Cena and Taker meet at WM, it should be an I Quit match. Between two opponents that would be trusted never to quit if they weren't to face each other, it would be an instant classic, requiring clever booking not to bury either one of them though (I have my ideas regarding that... )

 

[The Hardcore Kid]

Anyone even inviting the idea that Taker could square off against Mick Foley? I mean there is absolutly no one threatning enough to actually possibly defeat him, other than Triple H or John Cena.

Cena is matched-up and I dont think HHH-Taker will rematch at WM.

Heres to a Foley-Taker Hell In A Cell Match

With the fact that Foley's return to the WWE is all but inevitable at this point, this is becoming more and more the most likely option, IMO. Not saying this match would suck or wouldn't suck, or even if I'd like to see it or not, because honestly, I'm a little undecided. On the one hand, obviously Foley/Taker is one of the great feuds of the late 90s, they have (had?) great chemistry, great storylines, and obviously the Hell in a Cell from KOTR 1998 is one of the most revered matches of all time.

But could they top it, or even have a match in the same ballpark as it, 13 years later? I don't know.

Still, I think Foley has jumped to the top of the list of suspects for this year's Streak opponent. And one thing's for sure out of it, I would definitely enjoy the promos leading up to the match.

 

[GW_Hart86]

I think Jericho would be great choice that I would be happy with as Taker's last opponent. Two veterans that are great on the mic and great in the ring. Would be one hell of a show.

However, the down side to that being that it would do damage to future talent in my opinion. Having yet another WM whereby the old "on the verge of retiring" vets headline won't do the up and coming talent any good at all and will ultimately do the WWE a lot of harm.

At WM 28 we already have a match where two veterans are headlining in the rock and cena. Another vets match involving Taker wouldn't make sense. I would much prefer Taker to take on a guy like Sheamus or Del Rio or maybe even CM Punk.

But this kind of match needs to be done in such a way that Taker wins and retains his streak at 20-0, but has such a close fought match that the new age talent comes out with the fans respect and that way the torch will be passed effecetively.