The big thing I took from it is that The Undertaker 'right now is not scheduled to challenge for either title on the show'.
I wrote a fortnight ago that the newsletter had reported Vince McMahon was no longer locked in on an Undertaker versus John Cena match as he was considering having The Undertaker face Roman Reigns instead.
The next assumption I jumped to was to think that Braun Strowman will end up being The Undertaker's dance partner for WrestleMania. This too was put out to pasture when I read that 'it will not be Strowman as things stand right now.'
Dave Meltzer did indicate that whoever Undertaker meets at Mania will be from the Raw roster.
This puts paid to the idea I've had for many years that, when a top-tier babyface promises something, he - or she - has to go through with it. On this week's episode of Raw, The Undertaker not only promised to win the battle royal on January 29th - he also vowed to main event WrestleMania 33.
The idea about top babyfaces delivering on their promises isn't something I came up with. It's an old school mentality where promoters would ensure their top babyfaces had integrity with the audience at home.
We've figured for a few weeks that the Taker/Cena match was looking unlikely, but this still left the door open for Undertaker to go up against whoever was Universal Champion. Roman Reigns, as noted, was one of the names Vince McMahon wanted The Undertaker to wrestle, so it made sense for him to claim the title from Kevin Owens at the Royal Rumble to set up that match.
With Braun Strowman not in the plans for The Undertaker at WrestleMania, I'm back to speculating that he'll be the last man left on January 29th.
For what it's worth, the best price for a Strowman win can be found at a handful of bookies. He's 8/1 with Ladbrokes, William Hill and Coral (if you are thinking of opening a Coral account before Saturday evening, this post might be of interest).
With Braun Strowman not in the plans for The Undertaker at WrestleMania, I'm back to speculating that he'll be the last man left on January 29th.
For what it's worth, the best price for a Strowman win can be found at a handful of bookies. He's 8/1 with Ladbrokes, William Hill and Coral (if you are thinking of opening a Coral account before Saturday evening, this post might be of interest).
So this means Undertaker wont win Rumble or he can win it but doesnt take the title match ,opting for another Raw Superstar at WM
ReplyDeleteNow that taker is not going to battle either titleholders at mania.I mention his name a lot but it will be interesting to know what plans wwe have for john. And also the fact he's advertised for elimination chamber.
ReplyDeleteStay tuned.
DeleteThe 4 people that made Mr Taylor's list as of 2 days ago were Undertaker, Strowman, Balor, and Jericho...
ReplyDeleteMr Taylor, Meltzer is now forcing you to take Undertaker off your list. Find someone to replace him with and make a good case for him.
Don't make me do it!
DeleteYou do it before next week's RAW/SD :)
DeleteI do it after Raw.
DeleteBut if you really want to, I'll do a special one just for you when I get back home.
Delete^ that comes across as a bit funny. I mean when I get back I'll do another post!
DeleteWith Undertaker out and no Braun/Deadman at WM either,I think Braaaaauuuun is the main favorite right now
ReplyDeleteYep.
Deleteif Cena takes the title at Rumble I think they could go with Taker vs. Styles for WrestleMania
ReplyDeleteThat would be a good shout, but the article states that Undertaker's opponent is set to be someone from the Raw brand.
Deletemissed that part, my bad
DeleteTaker braun then. And someone like the miz wins the rumble
ReplyDeleteThe article states that Braun is not scheduled to be Undertaker's opponent.
DeleteThe Randy Orton steam is a bit baffling to me. Then again, this year's Rumble is proving much trickier than last year's lovely payday on Triple H
ReplyDeleteI know im just speculating. Because if the deadmans not in the title picture... And cena isnt locked in. Then there isnt alot he can go for considering other stars are locked in
ReplyDeleteGoldberg
Lesnar
Hhh
Rollins
Could be taker vs balor at wm in an entrance-off
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