Goldstein’s WrestleMania Picks
Former WWE Creative Writer Andrew Goldstein, has published a new column at PWMania.com. Goldstein shares his WWE WrestleMania 31 predictions and books Brock Lesnar to beat Roman Reigns on Sunday. Here is an excerpt from his article:
“Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal
See above comments about crowded, gimmick, paycheck matches over-populating recent Mania booking… Aside from that, I’m confident all signs point to the triumphant return of the Great White warrior Sheamus. That’s my pick, fella!”
“Triple H vs. Sting
You need only ask one question with regard to this once-in-a-lifetime spectacle: “Why bring Sting in after 14 years just to lose to HHH?” Unfortunately when you deal with HHH, it’s never that simple. Part of me would love to see WWE troll the internet wrestling community by having HHH go over and add another name to the pantheon of contenders they believe HHH has buried over his illustrious career. But the IWC is not indicative of the reality in which we find the Icon Sting in a WWE ring. In that reality, I can’t see any reason not to put Sting over. HHH certainly doesn’t need the win and it just solidifies Sting’s new WWE presence going forward for DVD’s, merchandise, and promotional appearances. STINGER”
“WWE World Heavyweight Title Match
Roman Reigns vs. Brock Lesnar (c) with Paul Heyman
I am completely confounded by this match. With the news that Brock is done with the UFC and committed to the WWE for the forseable future, the possibilities in this match are now endless. The smart mark in me sees some kind of Rollins/Authority interruption with a potential for a MITB cash-in attempt. But then the logical side of me reads the tea leaves the last six months and recognizes the WWE’s mission. To crown Roman Reigns as the next franchise talent in the WWE. All that being said, I still have no idea how this match ends but if I’m booking, I keep the title on the most credible, believable, mainstream appealing champion WWE has had since the 90’s. Brock.”
Goldstein also predicts the rest of Sunday’s WrestleMania 31 matches. You can read Andrew Goldstein’s column, “Goldstein on Rasslin” in its entirety at this link.
Rousey Interviews Reigns
WWE Superstar Roman Reigns was interviewed by UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey, of all people, during this week’s Sports Illustrated “Extra Mustard” segment.
