Wrestling News and Forum- eWrestlingNews.com - Blogs - Spectroheliographies http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/blog.php?7867-Spectroheliographies Wrestling News and Discussion - eWrestlingNews.com Community en Sun, 19 May 2013 05:22:00 GMT vBulletin 10 http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/images/misc/rss.jpg Wrestling News and Forum- eWrestlingNews.com - Blogs - Spectroheliographies http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/blog.php?7867-Spectroheliographies TNA losing out on Eric Young? (Jeremy Fritz) http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?40534-TNA-losing-out-on-Eric-Young-(Jeremy-Fritz) Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:07:59 GMT Quick introduction to those that don't know the depths of Eric Young, he's thirty-two years old from Ontario and has been with TNA from 2004. Right moving on to why I think EY should set his eyes on another promotion if TNA continue to drop the ball with him.

Eric Young has had a variety of gimmicks he began "jobbing," comic relief with TNA but has had more serious roles along his career such as feuding with Robert Roode and Jeff Jarret even becoming the leader of World Elite who at one point. Whom I thought were going to play a huge part in the development of under-achieving, new and willing to learn talent... guess I was wrong. I've not had problems with any of his gimmicks he's shown he's a decent actor; as well as being capable with a microphone.

Lmao, take a look at these two videos... testament to him being capable of playing other roles than being a random jobber.





So now you're probably wondering, "What about his wrestling ability?" Well I'll just cover that with a few videos...







So we've covered Eric Youngs comic relief, his loyalty to the company and his abilities on the microphone and to portray other decent characters that aren't always jobbing. We've also seen him perform a few spots, moonsaults and what-not. So I guess you're wondering, that's decent wrestling but not great. (For all you DB and Kurt Angle fans, don't worry I love them too.) Well, I didn't believe I'd need to amend this to the blog because Eric Young always shows off his grapples, holds and reversals but here's a little preview anyway...



Now after reviewing all of the above and judging how he's put himself out for the company and jobbed to Robbie E for example. Do you think he should move on to another promotion? I know WWE hasn't mentioned him but he's clean and more than capable of the following, wrestling, pulling off a gimmick heel/face or tweener and he knows his way around a microphone.

I'm not posting this because "I hate TNA," or anything but he's obviously rubbed someone in the "back," the wrong way since I've seen Eric since his debut as one of the most improving former developmental talents. Instead they chose to push Crimson who can barely wrestle or speak and has been around for a few months, Robert Roode who deserves it but you can't say he deserves it more than Eric Young; I'd say about the same.

Not sure what TNA is doing with this, I'm interested in seeing the responses namely because I'm starting to feel like I'm the only person that's noticed Eric Youngs potential. ]]> Spectroheliographies http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?40534-TNA-losing-out-on-Eric-Young-(Jeremy-Fritz) General Kurt Angle Blog. http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?40286-General-Kurt-Angle-Blog Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:09:40 GMT Hey, well it's a pretty obvious answer I just wanted to praise him for what he's done right and point out something a lot are neglecting to notice. I'll begin with a brief run through of Kurt Angle's career surpassing what generations before him haven't been capable of. Gathered he's an Olympic gold medallist in my opinion he rides it too much but it works for him; I mean the gimmick has a heel, face and tweener feel to it with whatever way he's portraying the character. Kurt Angle could be the unbeatable, snide, and belligerent heel with the Olympic gold medal, he could be the "Captain America," of professional wrestling with his face routine and saves. My personal favourite's when he's a tweener because then we see Kurt Angle not only carrying matches and wrestling well but he also has something Daniel Bryan hasn't got and that's the feel that when he tears off his top and forces someone in to an angle/ankle lock he can make them look like they're about to break down into tears. (Lmao.)

He's 43 and still a tremendous wrestler and athlete he still carries guys from TNA. Still cuts good promos, of-course now he's seen as a veteran but even in WWE he was praised; I mean they let Kurt Angle be the sole reason to the fall of the alliance when he betrayed them in the 5v5 match. For those that don't remember it Stone Cold v The Rock at the end it came down to them two men. Stone Cold had it won with a stunner but coincidently pushed over the referee Kurt Angle runs out of the back and whacked Stone Cold (his own partner...) with the title allowing The Rock to get the victory. No matter what anyone says the guy's 43 and probably the best wrestler for his age, considering everyone past 42 normally need to be carried in matches Kurt Angle's still capable of carrying. I know he's suffered DUI charges and other problems but I can never fault his ring work.

Now what I've noticed... when Kurt Angle first came to the WWF he had like the most humbling of smiles, you wouldn't of expected him to become this big; he seemed harmless. Some of you wouldn't know that he's only, 5'10. This then brings me to Daniel Bryan, now I'm not saying Daniel Bryan's Kurt Angle by no-means do I even acknowledge Daniel Bryan in the same league as Kurt Angle, but I am saying... when Kurt Angle first joined WWF his sized, looks etcetera were tantamount to Daniel Bryan's of the modern day. Fair enough he had the physique which Daniel Bryan didn't but if you compare Kurt Angle from when he first joined with the WWF and Daniel Bryan now there is a chance if Daniel Bryan works out more often and builds a physique he could become as recognisable as Kurt Angle.

Take a look below and ignore Kurt Angles current stature just imagine seeing this guy pop up in the WWE. You'd assume because of his height and his baby-face he'd never make it...






Now in no way am I suggesting that Daniel Bryan is the next Kurt Angle or can even reach the level but I am stating that Kurt Angle was in the same boat as Daniel Bryan at one point and look at where he got in his career.

Before I end this blog reminding you all how much of an integral role Kurt Angle played in the wrestling industry I've got one more thing to add, although he is 43 and getting on with his age when I do watch him occasionally on TNA he looks better than any wrestler his age that's still wrestling, hands down. However that wont last forever so the best route I believe he can go now, instead of tarnishing his reputation like Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan, The Warrior, etcetera. Is to have one more year within WWE since that's the centre stage... and where you'd most likely want to retire. Then he should retire as one of the best technical wrestlers in professional wrestling ever.

The thing is, if he stays with TNA for a few more years he'll be as unbearable to watch as Sting and The Undertaker. While he can he should go to the WWE for one more year and one last big reign before retiring or taking a background role within a wrestling company. If not in a few years time he's going to be horrible to watch.

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]]> Spectroheliographies http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?40286-General-Kurt-Angle-Blog If Brock Lesnar Ever Did Return... http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?40232-If-Brock-Lesnar-Ever-Did-Return Sun, 01 Jan 2012 08:06:26 GMT I've seen a lot of blogs and forum posts about this already but there's a few problems with the ideas and theories people are coming out pertaining to who he should feud with. I'll deduct who I personally believe he should feud with at the end of the blog.

CM Punk

This is highly unlikely mainly because Brock Lesnar was an unstoppable machine at one point matched by Bill Goldberg in feuds with Kurt Angle and Chris Benoit. The reason this would never happen is because although he was pushed a lot and even had ol' Paul as his manager for a while I still can't say that he succeeded Chris Jericho. If the E can pull Jericho to their side why would they bring Brock Lesnar to face CM Punk, that'd just be sub-standards for their booking.

John Cena

Now this is arguable because Cena has faced Brock Lesnar before (however that was before all of Cena's work got watered down and he was still doing the whole Thuganomics gimmick before Super-Cena walked in.) So it really depends if the E wants to bring back Thuganomics Cena who wasn't really a heel so to speak with his gimmick was more of a Tweener... but did have some heel patches.

Wade Barrett

This'd be nice and a very big push for Wade Barrett. I don't need to explain why but if Brock came back as a face and Wade Barrett took him out, that'd be pretty awesome.

Sheamus

This is who I personally believe would be the best choice and most likely. Let's think about it Sheamus had a good run as a heel got a decent push got the title and was suddenly left to float around during his turn as a face. If Brock Lesnar came back could you imagine the push and credit Sheamus would get for betraying our judgement, turning heel and screwing Brock Lesnar? I know both were based around raw, ruthless power-houses in their respective heel runs. But could you see it, heel Lesnar vs heel Sheamus; or even face Lesnar vs heel Sheamus.

Not only would it cover what Sheamus has been missing out on recently and giving him the push, but the matches themselves would be main-event material. Understandably their ring-work might need a second-thought but Lesnar just finished with UFC and Sheamus is peering towards his prime. I can imagine Lesnar coming out to congratulate or meet with Sheamus. Sheamus grabbing the microphone, and saying "Here comes the pain, fella." Then cheap-shotting Lesnar in to the Celtic Cross for the beginning of the feud.

NOTE:

I don't think Brock Lesnar is coming back but RIGHT now, at this time if he was to then it's (heel) Sheamus I'd have him booked against. ]]> Spectroheliographies http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?40232-If-Brock-Lesnar-Ever-Did-Return <![CDATA[What's Working in TNA]]> http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?39703-What-s-Working-in-TNA Sun, 23 Oct 2011 09:16:41 GMT Haven't posted a blog in a while but I've been reading and the marks are still the same.

What TNA does wrong in your opinion?

  • Pushing their talent you always argue as to whom deserves a push.
  • Credibility claiming that TNA is no longer a credible wrestling organisation.
  • Hulk Hogan, Eric Bischoff, Jeff Hardy etcetera... individuals that work in the company.
  • Complex storyline.


First and foremost I watch both shows and I prefer WWE just because of Sheamus. Regardless the aforementioned is irrelevant in debunking marks so I'll move on quickly and debunk all of the regular arguments I've seen against TNA.

Towards TNA pushing their talent I have a few quarrels with it but overall I don't mind how they go about it. They have AJ Styles who's already over, Christopher Daniels who's already over, Samoa Joe who's already over. Your argue that the older wrestlers don't put over any of the younger wrestlers? When Jeff Hardy first came to TNA Sting put him over (Sting essentially puts a lot of guys over.) So I don't understand how they can be put more over. You mention TNA even today AJ Styles is still a fan-favourite. The endless cycle of wrestlers dropping titles is irritating TNA only recently began pushing brand new talent towards their company. Mr Anderson, Gunner, Crimson, Matt Morgan and Inc Ink are about to get a push.

So it'd be a double-standard to say "give them all a title run without the belt switching often." They still need to put over their older talent also because people like Jeff Hardy and RVD are superstars around the world. But I'm sure TNA didn't want to kill their careers and characters by hiring them and have them job to everyone especially when I'm sure the both of them are in their 30's. Personally? Everything they've done towards pushing has been fine. WWE would push Undertaker if he was still capable, I'd like to see Abyss get pushed.

Moving on to the argument about credibility. It's fallacious to claim what wrestling organisation is credible and what isn't. Understandably WWE is the biggest and most renowned but that alone doesn't mean TNA isn't credible. Ironically when TNA had Destination-X you, the very same WWE marks were saying it's becoming the best wrestling company? That's a double-standard it sounded like you wanted to see all the pretty flips and kicks from Jack Evans and no actual storyline behind it. (There was one but it was undermined everyone was more focused on who'd get a contract with TNA.) Even though I did argue back to this point I didn't need to because the original argument was fallacious.

Hulk Hogan, Eric Bischoff, and Jeff Hardy. I'll concede the argument why did they bring Hulk Hogan and EB to TNA. It's abhorrent that you'd all use them as scapegoats to marking though, Hulk Hogan and EB have essentially built a year and a half long storyline whether it was necessary or not is beyond the point. But what I will point out is pushing people that deserved pushes. Gunner got the TV title so you can't use him as a main-event argument. I believe it's fair for Bully Ray to be pushed in to singles competition. The marks generally argue that Bully Ray doesn't deserve a singles push, but you're saying William Regal does? L M F A O.

Jeff Hardy neglects his position but again read my earlier blog, I don't believe he deserves to be released. WWE didn't release Shawn Michaels (excluding when he left for injury;) WWE didn't release Eddie Guerrero etcetera. So wouldn't it be a double-standard to release Jeff Hardy, but overlook everyone else. That makes your arguments a... DOUBLE-STANDARD.

The most recent argument I read was that there's no wrestling just promo's. I can understand different brand marks not understanding this older WWF fans will though. WWE have shortened their storyline(s) over the years. This essentially means a storyline will happen the creative wont like it, the idea gets thrown out the window. The most recent (long storyline(s),) of the WWE are CM Punk and hmm, what else... The Nexus. So explain to me Destination X was entirely wrestling and that's fine, but you've just had a year and a half storyline and you air one show devoted to what's happening Hulk Hogans turn Jeff Jarret / Jeff Hardy, and drop the title on James Storm.

Again there's nothing wrong with it, the aforementioned deserved the title. I remember watching his beer drinking contests with Eric Young, etcetera. James Storm even had a huge heel run so why not? They want Bobby Roode and James Storm to break up as a tag-team to go to singles. Kurt Angle was injured I believe that's why the match didn't last that long; but I can understand them not dropping the title on Bobby Roode because the show before the PPV (Impact!) Bobby Roode beat James Storm he had nothing to prove. This builds a good storyline now because we all believed Bobby Roode was "ready," to become the new TNA Champion. Now that they've put it on James Storm who everyone knows from the early-days in TNA and is credible to hold the title, you're throwing your toys out the pram?

Lmao... was nice debunking your arguments. If you have any-more comment and I'll respond to them eventually. ]]> Spectroheliographies http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?39703-What-s-Working-in-TNA <![CDATA[WWE's List Top 50 of All Time]]> http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?13414-WWE-s-List-Top-50-of-All-Time Sat, 03 Sep 2011 06:54:14 GMT Been a while since I've blogged about anything but coming across the top 50 wrestlers of all time, and Kurt Angle's comments I'd have to say I agree... here's the list:

1. Shawn Michaels
2. The Undertaker
3. Steve Austin
4. Bret Hart
5. The Rock
6. Harley Race
7. Ricky Steamboat
8. Andre the Giant
9. Rey Mysterio
10. Roddy Piper
11. Eddie Guerrero
12. Triple H
13. Gorgeous George
14. Randy Savage
15. Curt Hennig
16. John Cena
17. Ric Flair and Dusty Rhodes (tied)
18. ?
19. Edge
20. Jerry Lawler
21. Lou Thesz
22. Terry Funk
23. Hulk Hogan
24. Bruno Sammartino
25. Chris Jericho
26. Ted DiBiase
27. Fabulous Moolah
28. Freddie Blassie
29. Randy Orton
30. Pat Patterson
31. The Iron Sheik
32. Jimmy Snuka
33. Mick Foley
34. Kurt Angle
35. Buddy Rogers
36. Gorilla Monsoon
37. Junkyard Dog
38. Billy Graham
39. Jake Roberts
40. Big Show
41. Jack Brisco
42. Sgt. Slaughter
43. Kane
44. Nick Bockwinkel
45. Jeff Hardy
46. Dory Funk Jr.
47. Bob Backlund
48. Rick Rude
49. Batista
50. Killer Kowalski

I managed to find it online but it doesn't make sense at all to me what I see is that all of the older guys they've tried to push or mention recently have been pushed higher. But people like Kane who should be higher than he is not by much are left dwindling two places above Jeff Hardy? Kurt Angle and Chris Jericho alike deserve a higher spot it looks to me as if WWE's trying to sell their crap again and this list isn't legitimate.

I'm sure you've assumed by my comment about Jeff Hardy that I'm not a giant Jeff Hardy fan. (Not saying I wasn't, because I was at one point...) but look at how high up Edge is compared to Chris Jericho, Kurt Angle, Mick Foley, Hulk Hogan and Jerry Lawler. Now the argument could be that he was starting to make a huge impact and it's due to his retirement they pegged him so high. But really below Ric Flair, especially since even above him they have Rey Mysterio above Rowdy Roddy Piper, Ric Flair, Eddie Guerrero, John Cena (who I dislike but I'll concede that he has possibly made one of the biggest impacts in WWE,) and Triple H? That's all fine and dandy if you can look past all of this but there's still one question... why is Sgt. Slaughter above Kane? (Assuming their Kane is all-time Kane including when he was masked.)

Just something I wanted to get off my chest. ]]> Spectroheliographies http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?13414-WWE-s-List-Top-50-of-All-Time Larger Wrestlers = Intimidating? http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?1591-Larger-Wrestlers-Intimidating Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:51:38 GMT I'll begin with elaborating with what I personally believe is one of the fundamentals of wrestling the gags and looks, now I hate to use the same people as examples but take Jeff Hardy and imagine him without his gag his looks and his high-flying capabilities. Sabu would be more prominent if that was the case if you remember back to when Jeff Hardy was the Intercontinental Champion that suited him BUT did he belong in the main-event scene?

That brings us to my blog, to be honest it isn't a hate blog so I'll need another example, how about... The Undertaker undeniable feel to his character, no-one can doubt his dominance. That came down mainly to his gag, stature, style and looks I don't discredit his in-ring capabilities he was a great performer and definitely an iconic figure in wrestling. Now, could you imagine The Undertaker as a 5'5ft high-flyer no matter how hard I try to I can't imagine it.

Today's wrestling is becoming more and more dependant on the wrestlers that can pull off these high-flying manoeuvres. More-so the smaller wrestlers that are classed as underdogs. Now I'll admit now and again it's entertaining a nice change from all the brutish 6'5 guys that rub lotion on themselves so they sparkle in the ring. However it's not really unexpected if someone like Daniel Bryan, or Rey Mysterio wins a title now although in my opinion they're trying to play them to be the dark horse still it isn't working.

So many possible dominant wrestlers that have what appear to be powerful and painful moves are being over-shadowed. It's like Gene Snitsky said, "And frankly no one believes it anymore. If Miz can kick your ass then the clerk at the store can kick your ass, so please deliver if you say that.." I partially agree with that, I mean they'd push Daniel Bryan who doesn't look intimidating at all to me over people like The Great Khali? I like what they've done with Mark Henry but I can assure you they'll pull back the push to make way for the smaller wrestlers. The prognosis of this blog essentially is that I feel like as more and more of the smaller wrestlers get pushed the less I'm entertained. It's nice now and again but you can't play off Cody Rhodes to be a giant heel wearing a mask and make him dominant it'd of been nice to keep most of them in the mid-cards and rarely put them in to the main-event.

This has changed, let's take Austin Aries for example just signed with TNA Impact! I'd prefer if they kept him within the X-Division for a couple of years rather than throwing their chips in and putting him to main-event status. Because you have wrestlers like Matt Morgan, and Abyss who ARE dominant and do look capable... well apparently Bryan Kendrick can beat Abyss, fair enough it's a spot but there could have been hundreds of different ways to go about it. Push4powerhouses?

Just my opinion really, anyone feel the same? ]]> Spectroheliographies http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?1591-Larger-Wrestlers-Intimidating The Hardy Brothers. http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?1435-The-Hardy-Brothers Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:35:59 GMT
My take on everything that has gone on within the past few years.


Firstly, I'd like to point out that I've only wrote this due to the continuous criticism around the Hardy's I'm impartial towards the matter so if I say something that Hardy fans or Hardy haters dislike then I'll accept scrutiny. So I browse through the internet often, not constantly but often which is understandable and I've drawn a conclusion that you're either a Hardy fan, or a Hardy hater. I've only seen a few people that are also impartial towards the Hardy brothers. Enjoy my blog below and my takes on them!

Jeff Hardy


Jeff Hardy, now I'm split towards him because on one hand I can understand why people would be annoyed at the illegal narcotics. But when I continue to piece together the puzzle... and let's face it the Hardy's are a puzzle it gets harder and harder to hold that against him. Hate it or love it, LOADS of wrestlers take drugs whether that be steroids or other so it's hypocritical to criticise Jeff solely due to the narcotics when you'd cheer for Rob Van Dam, or Sabu who both take narcotics themselves (not basing or singling them out most wrestlers do just using an example to their fans.)

Now appearing under the influence is disgusting, but when I watched "IT," I had to think to myself; Jeff did try to kick out of Stings pin so he wanted to continue. Sting being the veteran that he is ended it then to most-likely stop someone from getting hurt. But I still cant hold Jeff accountable for this either since it's the organisers fault (aka, the suites in the back...) for letting him come on and perform in the condition he was in especially since Eric Bischoff got sent out shortly afterwards and issued a no disqualification match. I mean surely the back of TNA, whoops I mean Impact has more sense than to end a match early but send out Eric to say it's going to be no disqualification and get everyone's hopes up?

Don't get me wrong at this point I'm not defending his demons but I'm finding it really hard to hold him entirely accountable when a substantial portion of wrestlers are addicted to something. If Jeff and Matt weren't the talent worth this blog I'd of never of posted it but I'd also seen people saying that they have no technical abilities and no ring abilities, which is an out-right lie I was going back on some old matches even the one he had with Sting before the terrible Victory Road. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PLKPH2bDJI

Now include that because he can be technical and he can high-fly and pull of stunts. I often read that Matt is the better technically but I think all the old Jeff fans have swamped Matt Hardy's boat and made Matt Hardy sound better than he actually is there have been WOW moments of Jeff Hardy. He's not exactly old either so I can see why TNA signed him in the first place he's not young but he's 33 which is young enough in wrestling.

So I'm really in two-minds about Jeff, because he can be an amazing attraction and competitor the problem is TNA's management keeps letting him have a voice and get away with murder like going out to the ring stoned. Personally I think the best step TNA could take as to not waste Jeff's talent because when he wants to be talented he is... let him have this rehab they've all been talking about keep him out for two months after the rehab just to be on the safe side and slowly edge him back in to the main-event circuit I mean by mid-card matches just until they can trust him when they push him back up to where he's capable of being.

Matt Hardy


Quite simply, WHAT THE F-... If you're a Jeff Hardy fan and you don't want to be bashed that doesn't mean jump in to Matt Hardy's boat. I respect Matt Hardy from the bottom of my heart but the guy's a douche-bag. Every other day I see a video of Matt Hardy either showing off his girlfriend, predicting the apocalypse, advertising his merchandise, eating his food. No wonder why the guy's always late to TNA, he spends valuable time uploading that rubbish to the internet. This doesn't mean I agree with needless hate towards him the guy had an inflammation and you guys were saying he's fat and out of shape. That's what happens kids I'm sorry to burst your bubble.

The funniest one's are the ones that say Matt Hardy was always the better competitor. Matt Hardy isn't at all... Jeff Hardy has played the big matches, done big things I'll admit Matt Hardy has the potential by all means I remember his feud with Kane over Lita and that was insane he was bettering Kane while he was losing matches he was selling and wrestling better than one of the brothers of destruction!? They should have pushed him after that he had a feud with Kane, but they didn't and lost their chance; personally I think it's also too late for anything big to happen to Matt Hardy I mean maybe he could capture the TNA title since he's not young but he's not old (same boat as Jeff...) but I don't think it'll amount to anything iconic.

What I found funny was at victory road and onwards everyone was saying Matt Hardy is an amazing wrestler and he needs a push. Why? Because he delivered a few neck-breakers and a DDT. I have said I respect Matt Hardy and he can be really good in the ring when he tries but the old Jeff Hardy fans are over-rating Matt since they now have nothing to do.

I personally think he should shut-up and get on with business even his brother who was doped up managed to make it to the arena on time this guy's too busy harassing his girlfriend with a tazer. TNA should make an example out of him, since there's a difference between a competitor that can perform and makes it on time but makes a HUMAN, mistake... and a competitor that just doesn't care as long as he's getting paid he'll continue the route he's on.

My OPINIONS, post your hate messages below. :) ]]> Spectroheliographies http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?1435-The-Hardy-Brothers Greatest Hardcore Wrestlers http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?1396-Greatest-Hardcore-Wrestlers Wed, 22 Jun 2011 20:45:44 GMT To be honest I'll probably get flamed for the order of the top two, but between them it's so tightly contested that I had to order it that way.


1.) Sabu (Terry Brunk -- AKA, Terry Junior in the back.)

Sabu is a close-cut number one purely because he puts CZW to shame and makes them look like school-girls. This man has been in "two-dozen," no rope barb-wire matches. That means 24 matches with barb wire for the ropes, and that was his record before he faced Abyss. Sabu's beaten the likes of Terry Funk, Mick Foley, and loads of other huge names with the barb-wire style. CZW use barb-wire, but they don't wrap it around their body then jump on to their opponent sending them through a table. Who happened to be Terry Funk... Taught by The Shiek (his uncle,) and a very-close friend of Rob Van Dam. Sabu had suffered from paralysis, along with all of his other various wounds still to return and participate. Normally using the (not so small,) aluminium nail to stab his opponents with. His high-flying, death defying persona puts him at a comfortable #1 spot. However, it's a shame what WWE, and TNA done with Sabu especially in the WWE vs ECW segment(s) where Sabu lost to John Cena, but done all the major high-risk stunts himself... purely because John Cena was meant to be superman. But if you've beaten Terry Funk at his own game, then you deserve the #1 spot. Not sure why he's known as junior, when he's in his 40's but still it's a shame what they did with him. :(((

2.) Terry Funk (AKA, Terry Senior in the back.)

What hasn't Terry Funk done? He practically revolutionised hardcore wrestling. Faced and beat almost any hardcore legend you can imagine. Hell, he was 50/60 when he lost to Sabu. And I'm sure everyone that's old enough to remember LOVES, Chainsaw Charlie. Another person that has the capability of putting the CZW wrestlers to shame.

3.) Mick Foley

Why would I need to explain MANKIND, being on this list? I'll just leave it at, "BANG BANG."

4.) Abdullah the Butcher

Although he was discredited a lot during his profession, once teaming with "Cactus Jack," (Mick Foley...) he'd proven himself time and time again. Not to mention showing how brutal forks and "broken glass," can be if in the right hands. Recently inducted to the WWE hall of fame, is aged 70 currently. :rolleyes:

5.) Rob Van Dam

This is depressing I'd of put Tommy Dreamer as number five, but anyone who's old enough to remember RVD and Sabu's team back in the old ECW days know full-well what RVD is capable of. Especially during the Sabu & RVD, vs Tommy Dreamer, and Terry Funk era. He's gone away from the gritty blood-soaked style towards a more commercial style of wrestling. Still, his and Sabu's relationship is amazingly tight even to this day... he was also taught by The Shiek (Terry Brunk/Sabu's Uncle.)

6.) Tommy Dreamer

Tommy Dreamer even to this day, just like RVD and Mick Foley is a house-hold name. Just like everyone above, he has the capacity to embarrass CZW. I dislike what TNA, had done with Tommy Dreamer, Mick Foley, RVD, and Sabu... but that's TNA for you... they released Sabu because he was too "blood-thirsty," they cushioned RVD from being as hardcore as he was in the "good ol' days." Then they had AJ Styles beating Tommy Dreamer and the true hardcore legends at their own game? It was pretty low, and lame that they'd bring back all these hardcore stars just to use them to push their own talent then release them.

7.)The Sandman

This is what happens when you put a kendo stick in an abusive alcoholic red-necks hand. You get someone who's made it in to the Hardcore Wrestling hall of fame. I can't remember who inducted, but I think it was Tommy Dreamer. And to be inducted to the Hardcore HOF, by dreamer is a feat. on its own. Especially with his fight against Sabu the stairway to hell.

8.)Raven

Raven also like many of the names above trained by the Shiek, was a no brainer to put on the list. I was contemplating him from the start but I understood that there would be quite a few further up the ladder than him. Everyone responded and said Raven, so I slipped him just under Sandman. I have to say I preferred him in WCW than ECW, I prefered him in ECW than to TNA, and TNA to WWE. He's been all around the block, but what wrestling company wouldn't want him? Yes, like many of the mentioned he is ageing still capable of putting on a show I guess you can call it the "Raven Effect."

9.)Nick Mondo & Necro Butcher

I decided to put the two stars that have been with CZW in the past, one retired and one moved on to a brighter future in the same slot. This is purely because although no-one can doubt they can take it to the extreme, and beyond they aren't glorified enough. However they have earned a spot amongst the list.

10.)Abyss, Dudley Boyz, New Jack or Hardcore Holly (I can't chose sorry.)

I can't put my finger on this one because the Dudleyz are great entertainers and have accomplished amazing feats. in their careers. However, even though they are hardcore they lack the "hardcore finesse," that the others have. All of the others have a strong passion to take the biggest beatings of their life and come home drenched in blood head to toe as long as they gain their pay-slip by the end of it. Abyss however, has been up-coming hardcore wrestler for almost his entire time up to now at TNA, he's taken hardcore beatings from so many at TNA and has bled more than enough time to be recognised as a true hardcore wrestler. The best of all time or one of them, or even in the top ten? I'm not so sure about... but he has managed to sell his beatings that's for sure. New Jack would have been my pick, heck I'd of put New Jack above the CZW guys out of pure respect of what he does to his body to entertain. He's landed and cut open his head more than I can count but his one flaw is that he's non-commercial and wasn't glorified like the rest, so I'll just hold this 10th spot as a "post-vote." I'll count the names New Jack, Abyss, Dudleyz or hardcore holly and edit it that way because this beats me. :)

FINALLY


FINALLY, for all you true hardcore fans here's the renowned Terry Funk vs Sabu for ECW Championship no rope barb-wire match. My possible favourite hardcore match of all time and you can tell why possibly the two biggest titans of hardcore ever, fighting off with no ropes. WARNING: it is very morbid, extreme etcetera... everything you'd want.

Part 1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LcOkebyq6RI
Part 2. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6fhU7WGTCY
Part 2. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CA-e8B66kOs

--- I'll leave the rest to anyone commenting, if you can come up with a reasonable, 6,7,8,9,10 I'll be happy to include them. ]]> Spectroheliographies http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?1396-Greatest-Hardcore-Wrestlers <![CDATA[The Undertaker's Streak Ending?]]> http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?1306-The-Undertaker-s-Streak-Ending Fri, 03 Jun 2011 04:46:06 GMT This is my first blog, I've browsed the forums and there's a lot of speculation to the streak ending next Wrestlemania due to Undertaker ageing and the circumstances around the build-up including his previous match with Triple H.

The build up.

There's a lot of speculation that it'd be Triple H in a rematch and Undertaker was made to look in bad shape to prepare for the loss. Triple H is one of the Undertakers best friends within the business so it'd be understandable if he was to lose to him. There were also talks of Sting returning last Wrestlemania and even Goldberg to end the streak. That in mind Triple H would most-likely be the most marketable to end the Undertaker's streak Stings at Impact Wrestling and Goldberg's been missing for the last six years.

The match.

Noticed a minority saying that the Undertakers last streak match would be bland? Normally in these circumstances with an ageing wrestler on the last chapter of his career *cough* Hulk Hog-... never-mind, anyway on the ledge of his career incapable of doing what he'd previously accomplished. That same minority are underestimating Taker's technical ability it's normally overlooked due to his persona. Which would create a double-standard due to that same minority saying Randy Orton has in-ring ability (not a jab at Randy I enjoy watching him too!) Last Wrestlemania all I read was on how great Randy Orton worked in regards to selling and technical ability. Sorry to crush your cups of tea but The Undertaker's technical ability was/is outstanding, granted he's ageing but he still pulls it off.

My belief.

The Undertaker's streak wont end based on how marketable he is. I think a majority are underestimating how big of an entity The Undertaker is towards (former) WWF and WWE. Whilst he's still marketable they'd have no reason to end the streak, even when he retires they could still market it with appearances, irregular matches and who knows he could go on to be a has-been like Ric Flair or Hulk Hog-... never-mind. I just believe The Undertaker's too valuable to the show for them to step out of their comfort zone with him. ]]> Spectroheliographies http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/community/entry.php?1306-The-Undertaker-s-Streak-Ending