That N Word
Actively evolving
It was already announce last night Roman Reigns would be an entrant.... Keep it all in here
WWE Royal Rumble 2015: Royal Rumble Match
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Prince Vee
Better than I think I am
Kofi Kingston's acrobatics
Few surprise returns (Jericho most probably)
Bunny makes his first RR appearance
A new feud would start (Probably between Miz and Mizdow)
A Hall of famer would make a special appearance
A jobber getting eliminated in a dumb way
Big show or Mark Henry getting eliminated by a bunch of superstars
Rusev and Reigns would show dominance
A NXT star making his debut
Triple H returns (Hoping for that)
well these are the things that came up to my mind when I looked over this post about Royal Rumble
Few surprise returns (Jericho most probably)
Bunny makes his first RR appearance
A new feud would start (Probably between Miz and Mizdow)
A Hall of famer would make a special appearance
A jobber getting eliminated in a dumb way
Big show or Mark Henry getting eliminated by a bunch of superstars
Rusev and Reigns would show dominance
A NXT star making his debut
Triple H returns (Hoping for that)
well these are the things that came up to my mind when I looked over this post about Royal Rumble
MartialHorror
Mid-Card Championship Winner
Who should be the winner? Most are wary of Roman Reigns, but there aren't any real good options right now. If Cena defeats Brock, which I don't want, I'd presume Rusev will. If Daniel Bryan returns, he should.
Otherwise, no entry excites me.
Except....HEATH SLATER.
Otherwise, no entry excites me.
Except....HEATH SLATER.
I'd say Reigns would win the Rumble. I would be very surprised if Bryan returns, but then again, they are keeping very quiet about him so they could be going the route Cena took back in 2008 to keep the whole thing under wraps.
Not sure about Lesnar and Cena. I don't want to see Cena in another WM main event, but it may very well happen.
Not sure about Lesnar and Cena. I don't want to see Cena in another WM main event, but it may very well happen.
Sheamus' Suntan
A hound of justice
The winner this year is pretty...cut and shut. I don't WANT it to be the case, purely because I don't feel he's ready, but I could honestly see Reigns being the only choice here. He's "superstar of the year" despite missing half the year. He's in line for a mega push, and it makes sense to a degree. So yeah, I'm going with Reigns, to face Cena at Mania.
I'm then going for the swerve, and Rollins to cash in on Reigns AT Mania. Yup.
I'm then going for the swerve, and Rollins to cash in on Reigns AT Mania. Yup.
Hulk Hogan's Brother
Stop asking me what I'm gonna do!!!
While everything is pointing to the winner being Reigns, I'd love to see something different happen. My pick is actually Seth Rollins. He goes into WrestleMania having two shots at the title instead of one. Again, it could make for an interesting dynamic.
But then again, if I was booking this I'd have The Authority return at WrestleMania and help Cena retain his championship( I'd have Cena win it from Brock at the Rumble) turning him heel. But then again, that's never going to happen.
But then again, if I was booking this I'd have The Authority return at WrestleMania and help Cena retain his championship( I'd have Cena win it from Brock at the Rumble) turning him heel. But then again, that's never going to happen.
The Fabulous Rougeau's
Championship Contender
Reigns seems like the logical choice for Rumble winner. I would assume he enters the match in the middle or possibly the early 20s. Dolph I think will have a great showing. He will enter within the first 5 picks and remain in the match until the end. The wildcard is Bryan. He may be ready for the Rumble or he may miss Mania all together. Things are really vague surrounding Bryan right now hence he is the wildcard. He is really the only guy who can challenge Reigns for the Rumble right now.
That N Word
Actively evolving
Since Daniel Bryan went down with his injury earlier this year, WWE has been positioning Roman Reigns to be the next top star in WWE. The idea was to push Reigns to dethrone John Cena as the top babyface in WWE and since Summerslam the plan was to have Reigns win the Rumble and go on to beat Brock Lesnar at Wrestlemania. It appears that is no longer the plan.
According to Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, WWE officials have been worried that Reigns doesnt have the mic skills, even after taking acting classes while he was injured, or the ability to work a long singles match. Fans have also seemed to grow tired of Roman Reigns. The crowd was heard chanting boring during his Monday match with Big Show and booing the former Shield member.
Meltzer is reporting that WWE has decided to change the outcome of the Royal Rumble match and have Dean Ambrose win and challenge Lesnar at Wrestlemania. Many feel that Ambrose is a better worker and has the mic skills to be a top star. While nothing is set in stone, this adds a little uncertainty in an otherwise predictable Royal Rumble match.
According to Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, WWE officials have been worried that Reigns doesnt have the mic skills, even after taking acting classes while he was injured, or the ability to work a long singles match. Fans have also seemed to grow tired of Roman Reigns. The crowd was heard chanting boring during his Monday match with Big Show and booing the former Shield member.
Meltzer is reporting that WWE has decided to change the outcome of the Royal Rumble match and have Dean Ambrose win and challenge Lesnar at Wrestlemania. Many feel that Ambrose is a better worker and has the mic skills to be a top star. While nothing is set in stone, this adds a little uncertainty in an otherwise predictable Royal Rumble match.
This could be a huge swerve to get the heat off Reigns right now. If it is it won't work for long though, it will be seen through almost immediately when we see the bookings.
I thought though upper WWE management didn't think Ambrose was top drawer quality material. There was a report awhile back stating that. Not sure how much stock I put in what Meltzer reports either. Isn't he the one who said CM Punk would be at Mania this year, and even saw him at the airport in New Orleans that week.
Personally I'm ecstatic if that the case, either Ambrose or Reigns in the top spot is fine with me. Ambrose is still a diamond in the rough but he has miles of experience over Reigns right now, and is one hell of a talker. I'd be thrilled if the Lunatic Fringe, The Unstable One won the Rumble, it would blow the roof off the building. I'm wondering how Roman Reigns feels about this as he's been the rumoured winner all year. I'm hoping that it makes him pull up his socks and get better in everything. Dean just took his spot otherwise.
If Ambrose does win and goes on to beat Lesnar, expect a Rollins cash in. BOOM round 2, and that will be something to see. They should book it now.
I thought though upper WWE management didn't think Ambrose was top drawer quality material. There was a report awhile back stating that. Not sure how much stock I put in what Meltzer reports either. Isn't he the one who said CM Punk would be at Mania this year, and even saw him at the airport in New Orleans that week.
Personally I'm ecstatic if that the case, either Ambrose or Reigns in the top spot is fine with me. Ambrose is still a diamond in the rough but he has miles of experience over Reigns right now, and is one hell of a talker. I'd be thrilled if the Lunatic Fringe, The Unstable One won the Rumble, it would blow the roof off the building. I'm wondering how Roman Reigns feels about this as he's been the rumoured winner all year. I'm hoping that it makes him pull up his socks and get better in everything. Dean just took his spot otherwise.
If Ambrose does win and goes on to beat Lesnar, expect a Rollins cash in. BOOM round 2, and that will be something to see. They should book it now.
Jack-Hammer
YOU WILL RESPECT MY AUTHORITAH!!!!
Pretty much this.
Not a whole lot to be added to this response as I think it's spot on. If this is some sort of ploy to get some heat off Reigns, though I don't think there's as much heat as some people claim, it'll become apparent before long. Last week, there were reports circulating that there were serious doubts as to Reigns being ready. Ambrose, on the other hand, has what it takes to head into the main event picture against Lesnar. From an overall standpoint, both he & Rollins are much stronger than Reigns and IF Ambrose does wind up winning the Rumble and challenges Lesnar for the strap at WrestleMania XXXI, Rollins will either cash in immediately following the match or he'll do it on Raw the next night. Either way, it'll lead to Ambrose vs. Rollins II heading into the summer.
I like Roman Reigns. I think some people have turned on him because of the sheer notion that he's allegedly been selected by management. Some have turned on the guy because...well...it's par for the course in WWE whenever someone new is elevated or expected to be elevated to the main event. However, as much as I like the guy, I don't think he has the stuff to be in the spot yet. Who can say if he'll ever really have the stuff but, as of right now, I just don't see it. There are other guys on the roster who're much stronger than Reigns when it comes to overall in-ring ability, mic skills, rapport with fans, etc. and Ambrose is one of them.
Mighty NorCal
SHALL WE BEGIN?
That's because he is, and he does. Reigns, by normal standards, shouldn't even be on the main roster by now. He only started training in 2010.
What Ambrose does not, have, however, is the overall magnetism and "cool" factor that Reigns has.
Amrbose could have ten times the match, and build to WM that Reigns is currently capable of. Putting Ambrose in the spot is what would be best for EVERYONE, because if they shove Reigns into a place he is in no way ready for, it could ruin him. However, if Ambrose carries that torch, and Reigns is given another year to mature, then it could maximize everyones capabilities.
Too bad this in no way gives any inclination what direction the WWE will go.
Aquaman6686
Mid-Card Championship Winner
Dean Ambrose would be just as terrible of a choice as Roman Reigns, if not worse. They're both incredibly weak choices for a WrestleMania main eventer. Reigns is a mediocre wrestler who can't talk, but has a great look and tremendous intensity. Dean Ambrose is a mediocre wrestler who looks like a homeless guy, does nothing but make ridiculous facial expressions, and cuts some of the most laughably bad promos in WWE history, complete with a lisp that makes Jack Swagger sound like the eloquent master of speech. Ambrose in the main event of WrestleMania would guarantee a weak draw for the show and possibly the weakest card since WM11. There are MANY better choices on the roster for that main event spot.
scorpio101
Dark Match Jobber
Are you kidding? Ambrose is the best guy on the Mic on the main roster.
OYDK
King Of The Ring
Ah yea that would be a pretty massive swerve. I can safely say it would shock the hell out of me to see Dean Ambrose win the RR this year, as I really thought WWE was set on putting Reigns in the main event at Wrestlemania and than having Seth Rollins cash in afterwards. Dean Ambrose winning could change that whole scenario... than again it might not. We can still see Dean Ambrose win and Rollins cash in on HIM, re-starting their unfinished feud from a few months ago. I kind of hope they don't go this route because Roman could REALLY use the rub of being the one to defeat Lesnar, while Ambrose doesn't really need to in order to remain over. I'm completely for WWE following through with this "Roman Reigns experiment" as I'm intrigued to how it will all turn out.
Either way I see Rollins walking out of Mania with the strap.
Either way I see Rollins walking out of Mania with the strap.
OYDK
King Of The Ring
Like? Have you ever said a positive word on this site? In your opinion who would be a "much" better option? Serious question.
Ambrose doesn't talk with a lisp, where is this coming from? He just fine on the mic. He doesn't have t look of a Roman Reigns, but that's not his style. If he did have Reigns looks, I doubt we would even be talking about Roman Reigns. The only other guy worth mentioning for a main event against Lesnar would be Ziggler. Or did you have someone else in mind?
Aquaman6686
Mid-Card Championship Winner
Including part-timers: Randy Orton, Chris Jericho, Dolph Ziggler, The Rock, Antonio Cesaro (also not ready for main event status, but way closer than Ambrose or Reigns), Rob Van Dam, or Daniel Bryan (if he was healthy enough).
I also wouldn't mind seeing either Kane or Big Show get one more chance to main event a WrestleMania before they retire.
OddManRush
Dark Match Jobber
I love how when the Shield was first brought in and throughout the first few months, everyone said Roman Reigns was going to be THE guy that becomes something of that group.
Yet, Seth Rollins has been a cornerstone in WWE for the last year and Dean Ambrose is now the guy getting the push.
Yet, Seth Rollins has been a cornerstone in WWE for the last year and Dean Ambrose is now the guy getting the push.
Okay if Randy Orton wins the title again at Mania fans will explode. He is already on basically a part time contract, so why give the title to him. Same with Jericho, Rock and Van Dam. After what we've been through this year, do we really want another title run like Lesnar's
Cesaro isn't even on TV right now, and Vince made it very clear he doesn't think too much of him. He was pushed and then de-pushed (if that's even a word), and jobbed out. I haven't seen him for awhile, and he wasn't on the last PPV, and might not have been on the one before that as well.
Daniel Bryan has been out for about 9 months now and no sign of him returning. His health is a worry and if he does come back, he will get a title shot but not right away. He'll never make it in time for Mania.
Ziggler I could see, but he's the only one. Worked his ass off all year, and puts on great matches. He's not really a match for Lesnar and I'm not sure people would buy it.
Kane will only appear in the main event if he's interfering. His last two matches were against Adam Rose of all people. And he gave the Bunny two tombstone piledrivers. He's about as far away from main event status as you can get. Same with Big Show.
So that leaves us with Reigns and Ambrose. Reigns isn't ready, and Ambrose is the most over guy on the roster right now. He's got the fans behind him and he's been wrestling for years; Great talker and can work a match, isn't afraid of taking a bump. Yea I would go with him over any of the others. The Rumble was firmly in Reigns grasp and it was his to lose. Because he hasn't gotten any better since his singles run started, he may have lost it to another who stepped up and won the spot.
Hard Hit Prince
Not really working as a
I have not found the source that the OP based this thread, but I will say that Ambrose winning The Royal Rumble would be something I would really like to see. But, I just don't believe it to be the plan. The guy is trading victories with Bray Wyatt, barely surviving Rusev, so how in the hell am I supposed to believe he's now, a strong contender to beat Lesnar? He needs a big victory at Fast Lane and on Raw, and at this point, "big victories" are a rare thing to get, mostly because, everyone needs to look strong. That's just a reason why I enjoy the booking from New Japan, it's not more entertaining in a storyline sense, but in a booking sense it is.
Give 'sauce OP! I demand it.
Give 'sauce OP! I demand it.
I think neither Reigns or Ambrose are ready to headline WM and to be constant main eventers.
WWE will either go with one of them winning the strap at Mania and test waters and if the winner can't swim, they will pull MitB trigger to take the belt off the guy, while still make him look strong. Or go with some already established guy winning the belt from Lesnar and carry it until Summerslam, when, hopefully Reigns or Ambrose will be really ready to take this push. Orton/Lesnar doesn't sound bad to me, and Rollins have unfinished bussiness with him too.
WWE will either go with one of them winning the strap at Mania and test waters and if the winner can't swim, they will pull MitB trigger to take the belt off the guy, while still make him look strong. Or go with some already established guy winning the belt from Lesnar and carry it until Summerslam, when, hopefully Reigns or Ambrose will be really ready to take this push. Orton/Lesnar doesn't sound bad to me, and Rollins have unfinished bussiness with him too.
