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The Dark Vampire
07-23-2011, 12:19 PM
I know it's not until April 1st 2012 but with 2 matches already been announced I didn't see anything wrong with stating a thread now.
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http://www.wwe.com/f/ep/image/2011/09/20120219_wm_preview_punk_y2j_c.jpg
http://www.wwe.com/f/wysiwyg/image/2012/03/20120305_WM28_taker_hhh_C.jpg
Hell In a Cell
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http://www.wwe.com/f/wysiwyg/image/2012/03/20120319_WM28_kane_orton_C.jpg
http://www.wwe.com/f/wysiwyg/image/2012/03/20120319_WM28_match_previews_KellyMaria-EveBeth_C.jpg
http://www.wwe.com/f/wysiwyg/image/2012/03/20120307_WM28_rhodes_big_show.jpg
http://www.wwe.com/f/wysiwyg/image/2012/03/20120330_article_wm28_triplethreat_C.jpg
Tis match will be streamed on WWE.com just before WM and not at WM itself
Special Killa B
07-25-2011, 03:07 AM
So my question is where does that put the Royal Rumble winner if Daniel Bryan is going for the WHC and Cena and Rock might be for the WWE Title?
Possible triple threat match for WHC? Because I can't see them ruining Cena vs Rock's one on one match
The Dark Vampire
01-26-2012, 07:50 PM
Here is the current WM card according to F4W Warning the royal rumble winner name will be in here)
Rock-Cena
Punk-Jericho
Orton-Bryan
Taker-HHH (HBK Ref)
Shaq-Big Show (confirmed)
Return of MITB
Violent VictiM
01-26-2012, 09:07 PM
I want to read that so bad but if it's who I hope it is, I wanna mark the fuck out about it rather than already know.
Special Killa B
01-28-2012, 03:39 PM
Here is the current WM card according to F4W Warning the royal rumble winner name will be in here)
If true I'm not happy at all with match #4! I mean really again?!?!?! Enough already!!!
The Dark Vampire
02-20-2012, 03:56 PM
Updated following the Elimination Chamber
I think we will also see Team Johnny vs Team Teddy winner gets control of both shows
The Dark Vampire
02-22-2012, 11:46 AM
Updated the card
I rumours are now Shaq will not be involved but he's still Tweeting he is and as Big show is still face (if the match were going to happen Show would be the heel) and is feuding with Cody it looks less likely maybe if it does happen it will be Big show and Shaq vs Cody and ?
with Beth dominating every diva and saying no one can stop her I can see Kharma vs Beth to (I think the original plan before Kharma got pregnant was the other way around Kharma wining the title and dominating everyone until Beth stepped up and stopped her )
Now Undertaker vs HHH is Hell in A Cell I'm looking forwards to it it's a match I've been waiting for for years as both claim to be King of the Hell In a Cell Match it's good it's where they both should end their careers
Brett H.
02-22-2012, 05:32 PM
Hell in a Cell is pretty much the only logical way I could get excited for Triple H and Taker because at least with any and all crazy shit that will happen, at least they'll have to spend a large portion of time in, on or around the cell, which gives the story of the match some continuity unlike last year's match which honestly, felt like if two consummate pros invaded CZW.
Sean [The Wildcard]
02-26-2012, 03:50 AM
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Sure, it's custom made, but it fits seeing as they used the song recently...I honestly hope they DON'T use the song for his entrance at WM, and strictly use it for the HIAC promos.
The Dark Vampire
03-03-2012, 09:25 AM
With Cody vs Big Show for the IC Title match I guess the Big Show vs Shaq match is officially off I wonder what happened?
I guess if Shaq is willing to work with them they can use him at a later date with The Rock having a match at WM Shaq is not needed and maybe they wanted to use him when his appearance would boost sales
The Dark Vampire
03-12-2012, 04:03 PM
http://www.wwe.com/f/wysiwyg/image/2012/03/20120312_letter_from_board.jpg
I think we all saw this coming
Special Killa B
03-12-2012, 08:31 PM
They need to make it a 12 man elimination match to get me interested in it. I'm not a fan of 6 man, 8 man, 10 man, 12 man matches. That and it'll only be a "What's the point" 8 minute match if they don't go with elimination style.
Brett H.
03-12-2012, 09:16 PM
It should be Teddy Long Vs. Big Johnny in a tuxedo match, bruddah.
The Dark Vampire
03-12-2012, 11:14 PM
Rumours from the dirt sheets say it's going to be
Team Johnny > David Otunga, Jack Swagger, Dolph Ziggler, Mark Henry, Alberto Del Rio, Christian vs. Team Teddy Rey Mysterio, Santino Marella , Kofi Kingston , R Truth, The Great Khali, and Ezekiel Jackson
I can see that changing if it's true at all
I'm sure Big Zeke will be taken out Team Johnny's team looks pretty much what I thought though I wouldn't be shocked to see one taken out and The Miz put in though rumours are he will be involved in the Rock Cena match (I hope not really that match doesn't need anything else added to it
Plus I'm kinda surprised Drew McIntyre isn't involved he's had a major storyline (for him) involving him vs Teddy
I think team Johnny will win and wouldn't be to surprised if one of Team Teddy turns heel on him and costs him the match
The Dream Master
03-12-2012, 11:16 PM
Team Big Johnny is just going to be Big Johnny himself vs. six other guys.
The Dark Vampire
03-12-2012, 11:44 PM
Big Johnny and his skateboard could take on the whole roster combined
Bill 1981
03-13-2012, 07:24 PM
Wait, wait, wait.... Shaq vs. The Big Show? Seriously? Holy shit... Maybe Big Show is just jealous Shaq was a better actor back in the day. Kazam vs. Knucklehead anyone? :X
Uncle Hoody
03-14-2012, 03:42 AM
Wait, wait, wait.... Shaq vs. The Big Show? Seriously? Holy shit... Maybe Big Show is just jealous Shaq was a better actor back in the day. Kazam vs. Knucklehead anyone? :X
Your spoiler tags make no sense bro :lmao:
The Dark Vampire
03-20-2012, 06:57 PM
I've been watching some old WM's (well working my way though all of them) and was just thinking WM 14 with Stone Cold winning the title and Tyson ect was 14 years ago now
WM 10 with the Razor-HBK Ladder Match was 18 years ago today
Uncle Hoody
03-20-2012, 07:29 PM
I've been watching some old WM's (well working my way though all of them) and was just thinking WM 14 with Stone Cold winning the title and Tyson ect was 14 years ago now
WM 10 with the Razor-HBK Ladder Match was 18 years ago today
That's crazy. WM 14 was the year I first had a girlfriend :eek:. I remember exchanging notes with her between classes talking about Wrestlemania :lmao:
nottidelterrore
03-21-2012, 01:32 PM
Wrestlemania 14 has always been one of my favorite Wrestlemanias. Trips vs. Owen Hart...loved that match and feud in general.
Bill 1981
03-21-2012, 08:16 PM
Your spoiler tags make no sense bro :lmao:
Good eye, mang... I wasn't trying to spoiler-tag the second part.
brb, editing :X
stefKat
03-27-2012, 07:03 AM
After RAW tonight, Cena has to turn heel. He has too much heat from the fans.
The Dark Vampire
03-27-2012, 08:47 AM
After RAW tonight, Cena has to turn heel. He has too much heat from the fans.
TBH That doesn't make much difference either way he's going up against The Rock a returning legend even if he was cheered out of the building most weeks he would get booed now.
When Hogan returned as a heel and The Rock was the most over face The Rock was booed against him.
If Cena retied the day after WM and then made a return in 8-9 years against the top face the face would be booed and Cena cheered no matter if Cena was playing a face or heel
Violent VictiM
03-28-2012, 01:50 AM
DeeVee is right.
If Wrestelmania doesn't entertain me this year then that's it. I'm done with wrestling.
On a Pale Horse
03-29-2012, 07:27 PM
I havent been into WWE in a long time, but they will show this for free out here, so I will most likely check it out. I dont recognize half the wrestlers on the card.
Biosynthnut v.2
03-29-2012, 11:59 PM
And wait a sec.... didn't Trips and Taker fight last year??? Seriously...
Also will this be on their WWE network?
The Dark Vampire
03-30-2012, 12:32 AM
And wait a sec.... didn't Trips and Taker fight last year??? Seriously...
Also will this be on their WWE network?
This year is HHH vs Undertaker III they had a match at WM17 as well
The Network is delayed a bit it will be Autumn at least now before it starts but when it does start I think it will be shown
Violent VictiM
03-30-2012, 02:05 AM
I think I like Cena cause he's wanted to be a Wrestler since he was four and now he's a Wrestler. Even more so he's about to be the new Hulk Hogan; I've GOTTA respect that.
Biosynthnut v.2
03-30-2012, 04:03 AM
This year is HHH vs Undertaker III they had a match at WM17 as well
The Network is delayed a bit it will be Autumn at least now before it starts but when it does start I think it will be shown
I finished watching History of WM. Which is why I asked. I'm like...I know they danced before. Though I will say I don't want Trips to end it this time...either.
Streak goes till 20, and ends at 21...maybe. I'd like it to be a unknown too.
The Dark Vampire
03-30-2012, 09:37 PM
A big name from the past may be making a WM appearance
Brock Lesnar is in Miami negotiating with WWE and it's 50/50 at the moment he will be doing something on Sunday.
Credit> Bryan Alvarez
Regarding Brock Lesnar rumors for the weekend, the two sides have been talking in recent weeks, as was hinted in the Dwayne Johnson interview last week when Lesnar's name was brought up as a possible opponent for next year.
Right now we have no word regarding Lesnar's contract issues with UFC, if he has been given a release to do the show, although since he is retired, that may not be a big problem.
They've been in talks for a month. Rock response to that question last week gave it away.
Original idea was for SummerSlam match, but I think that's a bad idea.
Credit> Wrestling Observer
Dana White confirmed that Lesnar is legally able to do WrestleMania. He had been under a UFC contract but had retired from the promotion. White was not aware if Lesnar was doing the show.
Biosynthnut v.2
03-30-2012, 10:02 PM
TBH I wouldn't mind seeing that.
The Dark Vampire
03-31-2012, 06:51 PM
One thing I've thought about for The Jericho-Punk match is what if that girl from Jericho's promo shows up?
I don't think this will happen but what if the girl is Punk's sister thinking about it this way she has a drug problem so (in her mind her ever so righteous) straight edge brother is embarrassed about her and pretty much cuts ties with her.
Jericho been the person he is finds out about her and manipulates her into telling him everything about Punk all his deep dark secrets only to end it with her showing up and coating him the match
They could even say Punk never was embarrassed or cut ties with her up until Jericho showed up they were pretty close but he (again) manipulated her into thinking Punk was against her
The Dream Master
03-31-2012, 07:34 PM
I feel like Sheamus winning is a foregone conclusion, so I wouldn't be shocked to see Jericho beat Punk so at least one heel gets over. Plus, they've barely scratched the surface with this feud, what with Jericho not even being in the building for most of it. :X
The Dark Vampire
03-31-2012, 07:38 PM
I feel like Sheamus winning is a foregone conclusion, so I wouldn't be shocked to see Jericho beat Punk so at least one heel gets over. Plus, they've barely scratched the surface with this feud, what with Jericho not even being in the building for most of it. :X
Jericho has signed a contract extension to take him through the summer but still has some Fozzy dates to do
if Jericho wins I can see Punk getting back at Extreme Rules as that is in Chicago
In don't know though I think Punk should win as it's his first WM main event and they need him pushed to be the future top guy
Plus Team Johnny winning will offset any other win as when Johnny is in charge of both shows he can make Punk's life hell
The Dream Master
03-31-2012, 07:50 PM
I just think it sort of kills a pretty good feud--I don't think you should worry about establishing Punk as the next guy--he's already there, and I think fans will want to see him chase the belt. Then again, I've always disagreed with Vince's strategy in that respect. I was always an NWA/JCP sort of guy who thought heels should almost always have the belts with the faces chasing them. Just a more natural storyline progression. If you're going to bring Jericho back, build his ass back up. He said he was going to win the Rumble and he didn't, so put him over at WM.
The Dark Vampire
03-31-2012, 07:55 PM
I just think it sort of kills a pretty good feud--I don't think you should worry about establishing Punk as the next guy--he's already there, and I think fans will want to see him chase the belt. Then again, I've always disagreed with Vince's strategy in that respect. I was always an NWA/JCP sort of guy who thought heels should almost always have the belts with the faces chasing them. Just a more natural storyline progression. If you're going to bring Jericho back, build his ass back up. He said he was going to win the Rumble and he didn't, so put him over at WM.
True but a problem is Jericho can only work certain dates due to Fozzy I know they are in dates in the UK in June and have other dates booked
TBH as much as I like Jericho he should make his mind up is he a wrestler or rock star he doesn't have the time to be both full time
The Dream Master
03-31-2012, 07:56 PM
Didn't Jericho already say it's literally only 2 dates that Fozzy has booked? I think I saw that on Twitter, but I could be wrong. Even if it's more dates, shit, work that into the storyline. Remember when Punk "left" with the title? Have Jericho do the same thing to one up Punk.
The Dark Vampire
03-31-2012, 08:01 PM
Didn't Jericho already say it's literally only 2 dates that Fozzy has booked? I think I saw that on Twitter, but I could be wrong. Even if it's more dates, shit, work that into the storyline. Remember when Punk "left" with the title? Have Jericho do the same thing to one up Punk.
They could even bring Cena in later after all his entire feud with The Rock is over him leaving so Jericho just popping in and out when he hasn't got a gig that day (storyline wise) wouldn't please him to much.
The Dream Master
03-31-2012, 08:02 PM
Yep yep. On that note, isn't it weird that no one's really criticized this Punk-Jericho feud for that same reason? Everyone was on the Rock for not being in the arena all those times, but at least he had a bit of an excuse. How come Jericho hasn't actually been on Raw in like 3 weeks? Really weird, and that's why I hope he goes over--because they haven't really done all they can with this so far.
WesReviews
03-31-2012, 08:13 PM
I have a feeling Wrestlemania will once again be extremely lame, as it's been the last 3-4 years.
The Dream Master
03-31-2012, 08:17 PM
I'm cautiously optimistic that the second half of the card is going to deliver. Kane and Orton has the potential to be one of those underrated matches that ends up blowing everyone away. If Taker/HHH can keep their match from being a total slog/spot-fest like last year, it'll be interesting. There's no way Punk/Jericho don't put on a good match. And Rock/Cena speaks for itself. Probably won't be worth $65, which is why I'm gonna be splitting with someone else. :X
I do think there is gonna be a somewhat big surprise in there somewhere too.
The Dark Vampire
03-31-2012, 10:26 PM
People are saying Team Teddy is not a good team and while I agree if you think about it on paper they are good they have
The Great Khali a former World Heavyweight Champion
Booker T a multiple time World Heavyweight Champion as well as holding pretty much every belt in WCW and WWE at some point
Santino the current US Champion and former IC and Tag Team Champion
Zach Ryder who has held the US Championship in the past few months
R Truth a former US Champion (who was the one one contender for the WWE Championship in the past year)
and Kofi who is a former IC-US and Tag Team Champion (which he only lost a few months ago)
The Dark Vampire
04-01-2012, 11:28 PM
I've just been thinking even though WWE now WWE has PPV every month it isn't like the 80's or early to mid 90's where a match may be announced but you don't see it for 5 months and with the build up feud say it could be 6 months.
But with the Rock vs Cena even in those days I can't recall a 14 month build up before the match takes place and a match been announced 12 months in advance (officially as sometimes it was obvious what would happen )
Biosynthnut v.2
04-01-2012, 11:41 PM
That's one thing I liked back then, even as corny as some of it was. The build up between PPV was always great. This once a month stuff kinda killed it imo. That and the way to short championship reigns.
The Dark Vampire
04-01-2012, 11:49 PM
That's one thing I liked back then, even as corny as some of it was. The build up between PPV was always great. This once a month stuff kinda killed it imo. That and the way to short championship reigns.
I know back then a 1 year reign was considered pretty short.
anyway 10 mins to go the pizza has just arrived and I'm almost ready
Biosynthnut v.2
04-02-2012, 02:14 AM
Yea but I mean like Bob Backlund title reign.
The Dream Master
04-02-2012, 04:29 AM
THEORY TIME (obviously spoilers for tonight's finish):
Rock went over Cena to actually get Cena over. It's the only explanation--imagine how much heat Cena would have received from winning? I think the heat will be off of him now a bit. Such a weird situation. Or maybe the WWE has something up their sleeve story-wise. Rematch?
Uncle Hoody
04-02-2012, 07:10 AM
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THIS WAS BULL SHIT!!!! I paid $65 for this?????
(rest of the show was good)
The Dark Vampire
04-02-2012, 08:23 AM
THEORY TIME (obviously spoilers for tonight's finish):
Rock went over Cena to actually get Cena over. It's the only explanation--imagine how much heat Cena would have received from winning? I think the heat will be off of him now a bit. Such a weird situation. Or maybe the WWE has something up their sleeve story-wise. Rematch?
At the press conference for WM29 when it was announced it was going to be in NJ The Rock confirmed he would be there
I think we will get a rematch at Summerslam what Cena will win and the Rock vs Cena III the rubber match what Cena will win to end it
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THIS WAS BULL SHIT!!!! I paid $65 for this?????
(rest of the show was good)
I agree especially as they must of wasted over half a hour on live music performances and that Funkasauras Momma and friends dance thing.
Also whist Brock didn't show up I think WWE leaked the rumours themselves as it would be more people to buy the PPV (On some sites I go to some people said they bought it just to see him return) but as they never officially said he would be there nobody can complain about WWE not having him there
In fact WWE hasn't even said anything officially about him resigning at the moment it's just rumours.
Darth Reaper
04-02-2012, 08:31 AM
If this is it for The Undertaker, one thing I'd like to see him do before he leaves is finally make peace with Kane. I feel like that story could use some closure and it would be nice to see it end on a high note.
nottidelterrore
04-02-2012, 10:18 AM
Wasn't that great of a WrestleMania but wasn't too awful either. Didn't feel much like a WrestleMania though.
My favorite match of the night was Punk vs. Jericho.
The Dark Vampire
04-02-2012, 10:58 AM
The Undertaker vs HHH was MOTN for me I wasn't expecting to much after last years let down but this was one of Undertaker's best WM matches yet
HBK played his role well to not getting to involved.
I think both HHH and Undertaker should really call it a day now for Undertaker 20-0 is a good number to leave on
LOL at anyone that thought The Rock was gonna lay down and pass the torch to Cena in Miami.
nottidelterrore
04-02-2012, 04:13 PM
Taker/HHH was pretty good for what it was but I'd rather see people actually wrestling instead of hitting each other with stuff.
Rock/Cena wasn't too great. It picked up at the end but it was a better version of Goldberg/Lesnar at WrestleMania XX.
And I always mark for Booker T.
Did Daniel Bryan piss somebody off? Is he hurt? I wonder why that was such a squash match?
The Dark Vampire
04-02-2012, 04:34 PM
Did Daniel Bryan piss somebody off? Is he hurt? I wonder why that was such a squash match?
Rumours are they just wanted to beat the 8 second record from Chavo vs Kane ECW title match Wrestlemaina 24.
Either way they failed it took 18 seconds and it was a stupid decision (way to build stars of the future)
WesReviews
04-02-2012, 04:34 PM
Yeah I heard that match only went 18 seconds. If I'd actually paid money for a PPV... let alone a WRESTLEMANIA PPV, whose opening match lasted all of 18 seconds, I would demand my money back. Simply pathetic.
nottidelterrore
04-02-2012, 05:35 PM
Nothing will top King Kong Bundy vs. SD Jones.
Nothing will top King Kong Bundy vs. SD Jones.
Quoted for the Truth!
They could have at least picked a different match to do a squash. Especially with the buildup that they did for it.
The Dark Vampire
04-02-2012, 07:00 PM
Quoted for the Truth!
They could have at least picked a different match to do a squash. Especially with the buildup that they did for it.
They even had a match where it would of made perfect sense Cody vs Big Show after all Cody has said about Big Show and his WM record I was expecting Big Show to win in a few seconds
Anyone else remember when winning the Royal Rumble actually meant main eventing Wrestlemania?
WesReviews
04-02-2012, 07:15 PM
WWE poll: What Was Your Favorite WrestleMania 28 Match?
Triple H vs The Undertaker 62.7%
Rock vs Cena 18.5%
CM Punk vs Jericho 12.6%
Daniel Bryan vs Sheamus 3.6%
None of the other 4 matches scored higher than 0.9%
Congrats, Vince. 50% of your show was worse than an 18 second squash.
The Dark Vampire
04-02-2012, 07:21 PM
TBH I thought it was one of the best WM in a few years apart from the diva match and the squash I liked the other matches (the music and dance bit sucked)
Though IMO I would of sooner Cena won but I'm sure we will get at least 2 more matches where Cena will take it.
pa®tci
04-02-2012, 11:04 PM
Are you f'g kidding?
With one top match (Y3J vs Punk) and one just good match (HHH vs Taker) with tons of fillers, the total mockery that was Daniel Bryan vs Sheamus and with the pathetic... ME... ARE YOU SERIOUS BRO???
I can safely say that I'll never waste my time watching another WWE pay-per-view.
RIP to all those poor bastards who wasted money on this shit.
The Dark Vampire
04-03-2012, 12:29 AM
I'm even re-watching it now
The Dream Master
04-03-2012, 12:42 AM
I ended up splitting it with some guys, so I only paid $15, so I felt like I got my money's worth. Had I paid $65, I'd be singing a different tune, but I still wouldn't say WM 28 was downright horrible--it was just very middle of the road, which is one of the worst things you can say about a Wrestlemania. Nobody really asked, but here's my quick rundown of the event:
Sheamus/Bryan: goes without saying how this was a slap in the face. I get that you want to get the hot crowd hyped, but I think you could have accomplished the same thing by having Big Show punch the fuck out of Rhodes for the IC belt.
Orton/Kane: as I predicted, this was super solid. Would love to have seen them get 20 minutes to go. Two great workers, glad Kane went over, really sweet chokeslam spot to end it.
Big Show/Rhodes: similarly fine. Could have gone 5 minutes longer.
Divas match: whatever. We knew it would be the black hole of the card, and it was. At least they got it out of the way sort of early.
Undertaker/HHH: pleasantly surprised that it was a HUGE step up from their colossally overrated slugfest from last year. It was still a lot of brawling, but I think they actually sold a hell of a story, plus HBK being a wildcard brought the drama. Could have actually used the damn cell more, though--what did they do last night that they couldn't have done last year? Also, if you're ending an era and have fucking Mick Foley in the building, why not have him get involved in a match he helped make famous?
Team Johnny/Team Teddy: kind of disappointing. Should have been elimination style so you could have had fuckers hitting bit spots and finishers left and right and to create a sense of momentum and drama. Boring, especially after the HIAC match.
Punk/Jericho: also fine. Basically felt like type of match we used to get on regular PPVs 10 years ago. If I were to be honest, I'd say I expected more from those two. Jericho also should have gone over unless he's really not going to be around at all now.
Rock/Cena: fine. A little sloppy, too many poorly applied rest holds, never really much continuity or sustained psychology. But the hot crowd made it work all the way through, and Rock proved he could still go. As a match, it probably relied too much on the standard 'Mania "kicking out of finishers" spots, but I liked the top rope leg drop and the finish. Thought Cena should have played it up as a heel more.
Overall, there's just too many "it's fines" in there. I think you expect a lot more than "it's fine" from Wrestlemania. This wasn't the worst WM of all time or anything, but it suffered from a lack of a big time moment outside of the HIAC match. Honestly, I think you should come out with some kind of buzz, and I didn't feel it this year. Just a sort of "that's it?" quality, but I look forward to Raw to see if it gives us any direction.
I think HBK was hamming it up a little too much at certain points in the match, but I do have to admit that I got a little teary during the embrace on the stage.
The Dark Vampire
04-03-2012, 12:56 AM
NOLA.com reports that 24 year old Stephen A. Arceneaux III from Destrehan, Louisiana died while watching WrestleMania 28. The man was reportedly choked out by his 14 year old cousin and pronounced dead at 10:39pm local time.
From NOLA.com:
"According to St. Charles Parish Sheriff Greg Champagne, Arceneaux had gathered with friends at a home on Murray Hill Drive to watch the pay-per-view event "Wrestlemania 28" on television when he and a 14-year-old cousin began to wrestle on an inflated mattress on the floor. The juvenile, who is 5 feet, 6 inches tall and weighs 110 pounds, placed his arm around the neck of Arceneaux, who was 5 feet, 10 inches tall and weighed 220 pounds, in a move commonly known as a "rear naked choke hold" for 30 to 40 seconds.
Witnesses reported that Arceneaux said he would not give up or "tap out."
But at some point, someone noticed that Arceneaux was turning blue and told the youngster to release the hold. When he did, witnesses realized that Arceneaux had stopped breathing and dialed 911, shortly after 10 p.m.
Arceneaux's girlfriend tried to revive him with CPR. He was transported to St. Charles Parish Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Champagne said the investigation is continuing. No arrests have been made."
I feel sorry for the guy and his family but I hope nobody uses this against WWE as it's not their fault.
But how bad must he of wanted to win a play fight if he wouldn't give up yet must of known he was in trouble and how long did it take the others to realize he was in trouble.
The Dark Vampire
04-04-2012, 07:16 PM
I have read a few reports that WWE have once gain "massaged" the real attendance figures they announced a recorded braking 78,363 but the real figure is closer to 68.000.
I did read a trick they (and other sporting and live events) use is they count everybody in WWE's case wrestlers-divas-announcers-refs ect backstage crew security- concession stand staff-family members of wrestlers/staff -arena staff members literately everybody inside the venue no matter what reason for been there.
Even with all that I don't see how they get an extra 10.000 an extra 1.000 would be really pushing it it would be a few 100 at best.
Meh, they're faking record breaking numbers that nobody really cares about. I swear, it seems like WWE is always announcing a record breaking attendance for events, so much so that I think a lot of fans just block out and ignore figures when they hear them. The commentators could literally say that there were a record shattering shmashmillion people in attendance and I wouldn't notice:X
SlasherFreak
04-04-2012, 07:42 PM
Well...
I bought it...
sunday night...
$55 bucks on comcast...
trying to be a good dude and not stream it illegally...
trying to get back into something I adored when I was young...
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it just sealed the deal, Im never ever giving wrestling a chance ever again. Wrestling has become so much of a bad joke, it isn't even funny. If I ever feel compelled to watch any kind of ppv wrestling event, Im illegally streaming all day long with some popcorn.
It's all good though, because Im gonna dispute comcast on the bill and say I never ordered it and I won't end up having to pay for it, and hopefully it comes out of WWE's profit cut and not comcasts.
Vince should have to come to your house and do your laundry for making you have to pay for that shit.
The Dark Vampire
04-04-2012, 07:51 PM
Rumours are at the moment that WWE wanted 1.5 million buys and ended up getting 1.9 million this is coming from ESPN and the dirt sheets not WWE themselves
SlasherFreak
04-04-2012, 07:55 PM
Vince McMahon and WWE gargles 1.9 million sperm cells per second too.
TheShowstoppa
04-04-2012, 11:01 PM
First wrestling event I've seen in years......
and it was a colossal Let Down.
Best match of the night was HHH/UT... and it wasn't even a match. It was 30 minutes of people hitting other people with shit and both parties yelling at Shawn Michaels to "...End it! Or I will!!!" Loved the atmosphere and everything about it. Worth the time.
Punk/Jericho was disappointing until close to the end. Then it was worth the wait.
Edge's WWE Hall of Fame walk out was awesome. Best part of the evening.
Rock/Cena - Not good. I don't feel like ANYONE brought it for a main event.
Seriously - Had I paid for this, I would have been pissed. They just don't make wrestling matches like the ones I used to see when I was into it.
WesReviews
04-05-2012, 02:43 AM
Seriously - Had I paid for this, I would have been pissed. They just don't make wrestling matches like the ones I used to see when I was into it.
You can't even see most of the matches, because of the awful, zoomed-in, dizzying/swoopy camera work.
J Killer
05-02-2012, 11:23 PM
I saw it at a friends house. Honestly in my opinion it thought it wasn't all that bad. It was a hell of a lot better than last years Mania thats for sure
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