Mr. Mike's WrestleMania Predictions
Tazz & the APA (Acolyte Protection Agency: Faarooq & Bradshaw) w/Jackie vs. the RTC (Right to Censor: Bull Buchanan, the Goodfather & Val Venis) w/Steven Richards & Ivory
I see the Goodfather being the weak link, leading to his turn away from the RTC and back to his pimping, blunt smoking Godfather ways.
Who will win: Tazz & the APA; Who I want to win: the RTC
Gimmick Battle Royal: Brother Love vs. The Bushwhackers vs. Doink the Clown vs. The Gobbledy Gooker vs. Iron Sheik vs. Kamala vs. Michael Hayes vs. Nikolai Volkoff vs. Sgt. Slaughter vs. Typhoon vs.Earthquake vs. Repo Man vs. Hillbilly Jim vs. Kimchee vs. The Goon vs. One Man Gang vs. Duke "The Dumpster" Droese vs. Gillberg vs. Jim Cornette
I have no idea who the Hell is going to win this one, but it should be extremely entertaining. I don't expect any sort of wrestling classic out of this one, but I expect a lot of smiles. I would have to give the edge in this one to either the Gobbledy Gooker or Doink the Clown, since other wrestlers could be in those costumes. I would also give a bit of an advantage to Sergeant Slaughter, since he is easily the most recognizable member of the bunch. We can also expect to see other wrestlers in this match that have yet to be announced, perhaps even Al Snow spoofing some of his old gimmicks or Mick Foley's old gimmicks (ie Dude Love).
Who will win: I have no f***ing idea; Who I want to win: Sergeant Slaughter babay!
Test vs. Eddie Guerrero (European Championship)
They have not built this match up very much or very well. I see this feud continuing, with Test getting the rub of a victory over Eddie. Eddie has already previously held the European and Intercontinental belts (at least if memory serves) and I don't think he needs this right now.
Who will win: Test; Who I want to win: Test
Chyna vs. Ivory w/Steven Richards (Women's Championship)
I hate Chyna. I hate her in more ways than I could possibly list here. Rumors say that she is responsible for the Kat's firing and Jerry "The King" Lawler's subsequent quitting in protest. If this is true, I hope Chyna's ready to spent eternity rotting in Hell for being a bitch. But I digress.
Who will win: Chyna; Who I want to win: Ivory
Big Show vs. Kane vs. Raven (Hardcore Championship)
I see Raven retaining, while Big Show and Kane deal with each other and the inevitable Pete Rose run-in when he attacks Kane as he has at WrestleMania for the past several years. I also see run-ins by those who are not involved with WrestleMania officially yet. Big Show and Kane will probably go on to feud at Backlash as well. If any feud continues, this is the one I see being the most likely to continue. We could also potentially see the return of Raven's ninja friend, who was revealed to be Tori but hasn't been seen since her revealing.
Who will win: Raven; Who I want to win: Raven
Chris Benoit vs. Kurt Angle
The battle of the submission moves! The Crossface Crippler versus the Ankle Lock. I doubt either man will submit though, and Kurt will pull off the win with the Olympic Slam. This should be the most technically sound match on the card, and I'm definitely excited for this one. It looks to be the sleeper match, though many are anticipating it. I hope Kurt breaks someone's freakin' ankle tonight though.
Who will win: Kurt Angle; Who I want to win: Kurt Angle
Chris Jericho vs. WIlliam Regal (Intercontinental Championship)
I would love to see Regal win this and let Jericho move on, but I don't think the WWF will have him lose the title after his relatively short title reign, especially since Regal is also the commissioner right now. I see a potential Al Snow run-in as well, screwing Regal in order to set up a match for the commisionership at Backlash.
Who will win: Chris Jericho; Who I want to win: William Regal
Dudley Boyz w/ Spike Dudley vs. Hardy Boyz w/ Lita vs. Edge & Christian w/ Rhyno (TLC: Tables, Ladders and Chairs 2, Tag Team Championship)
This will probably be the most exciting match to watch. Who wants to take bets on how long Jeff Hardy has in his career? The Hardyz mentioned in an interview that they have a huge spot planned. Even Jim Ross said in his Ross Report that he's worried about injuries in this match. Other than the battle royal, I think this match is the most wide open. I can see any of these teams taking home the titles.
Who will win: the Hardy Boyz; Who I want to win: Edge & Christian
Vince McMahon w/ Trish Stratus & Linda McMahon (in wheelchair) vs. Shane McMahon (Street fight, special referee: Mick Foley)
This match means the most symbolically. It's father versus son, WWF vs. WCW, evil vs. good all wrapped in one. I see the women at ringside cancelling each other out to an extent, while with Foley as as ref I don't really see any way for Vince to win.
Who will win: Shane McMahon; Who I want to win: Shane McMahon
Triple H vs. Undertaker
This, after the Big Show and Kane feud, is what I believe to be the second most likely to continue. Undertaker is undefeated after a decade of destruction, and I believe it will stay that way.
Who will win: Undertaker; Who I want to win: Undertaker
Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. The Rock
This is a fascinating main event. These two have cut some fantastic promos with each other, and we can see it bringing out the dark side in both of them. The interesting part will be seeing who succumbs to the pull. The Rock may have to leave to shoot the Scorpion King, the prequel to the Mummy and the Mummy Returns. In my ideal scenario, Stone Cold wins, turns heel, and Kurt runs out afterwards to break the Rock's freakin' ankle.
Who will win: Stone Cold Steve Austin; Who I want to win: Stone Cold Steve Austin
