The “truth” of the matter is the man formerly known as Ron
Killings should be nowhere near any title match. He hasn’t done anything relevant
in years and his gimmick is stale. I’m not trying to discount him, he’s a
decent worker and his intro gives him a good pop from any crowd. However, he
should just stick to putting over talent. Either for superstars on their way to
title shots or recently debuted guys from NXT. Here’s five alternative
superstars who could take Truth’s place in the IC title match:
1) The Miz: This would be the logical choice. Miz is a good
talent and is one of the best when it comes to drawing heat. He would fit
straight in alongside Barrett, Ambrose and Ziggler. Add in Mizdow at ringside it
would sure be fun to watch. Have Mizdow earn Miz’s title shot but “A-Lister”
refuse his stunt double into the match. This would lead to the ‘Mania four way
where Mizdow would finally fight back against Miz. This stuff practically
writes itself, it’s just a shame Miz has already entered himself into the Andre
the Giant Battle Royal.
2) Jack Swagger: Like Miz, Swagger is a guy who could fit
right in the four way. He brings a bit of star power and his “We the People”
chant keeps the crowd on his side. It’s strange when you hear “former World champion,
Jack Swagger” but putting him in the Intercontinental title hunt would in part
make up for that. He is more than likely going to be entered into the Andre the
Giant Battle Royal where his size will make him a threat.
3) Luke Harper: Remember when this guy was Intercontinental Champion?
Yeah, it seems ages ago. His reign was so insignificant. Harper is defiantly a talent
but he is being severely underused. I find it odd booking that the Big Show and
Kane are booked so strong, when they could be building Harper up in that role.
The former Wyatt Family member would be a welcome addition to the four way and
would boost the match quality of the bout.
4) Curtis Axel: Was it a bad booking or was it their plan
all along? I’m talking about AxelMania. If it was their plan to have Axel claim
he is the real Royal Rumble winner then why haven’t they capitalised on it
properly. It also came outta nowhere as Axel recently showed up on NXT in a
losing effort. He didn’t need to be pushed to the moon but he’s jobbed ever
since the Rumble. It would have made more sense for him to use it as leverage
to earn himself a shot at the title his father made famous.
5) Adrian
Neville: I like going for a wildcard choice last. Neville has proven beyond a
shadow of a doubt that he is one of the best athletes going (not just in NXT
but in the entire WWE). But the fact is, he’s outgrown NXT. He’s faced everyone
there is to face and it is time he moved up to the main roster. I would imagine
this would come after ‘Mania but why not do it before? He would be a great
addition to the match and the fans would instantly take to him.
That’s only five options for R-Truth’s replacement, there
were plenty of choices. The only way I would accept him in a ‘Mania match is if
he was retiring or going to retire. Maybe I am jumping the gun, there is still
a strong possibility that he won’t be involved in the ‘Mania match itself but just
in the build-up of the storyline. Which would be a cause for relief.
What’s your thoughts on R-Truth? Who would you rather see? Woo
Woo, Zack Ryder? Let me know @marcusandberg
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