Official No Way Out Results
The following is the official results of No Way Out, along with possible storyline ramifications.
Cruiserweight Champion Gregory Helms vs. Scotty 2 Hotty vs. Paul London vs. Brian Kendrick vs. Sho Funaki vs. Super Crazy vs. Psicosis vs. Nunzio vs. Kid Kash
Gregory Helms retained his Cruiserweight Title in a very good opening matchup. However, it is the opinion of some people that the wrestler who put the least into the match, Gregory Helms, walked away with his title after everyone else does the work. For instance, Mr Helms refused to get into the ring until the end when he jumped in and pinned Psicosis for the win. Some say he is set to feud with Kid Kash as soon as Kash's broken hand heals and he is closer to 100% Boy, I can't wait to miss that.
JBL with Jillian Hall vs. Bobby Lashley
This was a pretty good match in so far as that JBL fulfilled the time honored tradition of a veteran pulling a green kid up by the boot straps for a passable match. The match ended when Finlay interfered on JBL's behalf. I would much rather see Finlay vs JBL as they both are brawlers and there are several ways to play on a JBL/Finlay feud. I think that Lashley has a great look, and a ton of potential, but in my opinion he needs to be at OVW for a bit longer. WWE got lucky when they took a green kid by the name of Brock Lesnar and shoved him in the limelight, however Lashley is still a bit rough around the edges to be considered a main eventer.
At the conclusion of the match Batista made a surprise appearance to a huge ovation. He looked good and told the crowd he will be coming back and regaining his title. After he left the ring they showed him in the back talking to other wrestlers, with an especially warm moment for Rey Mysterio.
WWE Tag Team Champions MNM vs. Matt Hardy & Tatanka
This was a none title match, so that immediately tells you the challengers are going to win, which Matt Hardy and Tatanka did. I was glad to see Tatanka back, as he was always one of my favorites, but I am not to sure of the pairing of Matt Hardy and Tatanka. Talk about a clash in styles. Never the less, it was good to see Tatanka back and I am looking forward to any possible long term Tatanka storylines.
U.S. Champion Booker T vs. Chris Benoit
I am so glad to see Chris Beniot win the US Title, but am I the only one that is tired of the Booker T/Chris Benoit angle? Not much to describe here, it's the same match with the same spots with a different ending for a change. I am a HUGE Benoit fan, and I like Booker T almost as much, I just think they both need a fresh opponent.
Rey Mysterio vs. Randy Orton - Winner receives World Title match at Wrestlemania 22
Well, I called this one from the start, Rey was pinned by Randy with the help of the ropes. Vickie Guerrero, her daughters and Chavo were in attendance and several camera shots throughout the match cast an eerie presence. You could feel Eddie in the air. After the match a visibly upset Rey was knocking over things and punching the walls. Both Chavo and Vickie tried to console Rey and told him that he did not let them nor Eddie's memory down. Some people are saying that the word is Rey might be involved in a possible triple threat match with Angle, Orton and Mysterio at Wrestlemania, but to be honest I haven't heard anything like that from credible sources. In fact, at Wrestlemania do look for a possible three way for Angles title, but in a more likely Angle/Orton/Undertaker match.
World Champion Kurt Angle vs. The Undertaker
This was a good match! After not seeing Undertaker in much action as of late, I was wondering if there would be ring rust on Takers part, but it was exciting, fast paced and a thoroughly enjoyable match. It ended in somewhat of a controversy as both men thought they had won the match. Taker attempted a triangle choke, but got pinned instead. As the ring announcer declared that Angle had won, a furious Undertaker cornered Angle and told him that he had his number. Thus setting up a feud with Taker for Wrestlemania 22. However, as of late with storylines that don't make much sense, it would indeed make sense of an Angle/Taker match at Wrestlemania, especially after the big build up for the Angle/Undertaker No Way Out match. But then again, things have not made a lot of sense lately. Stay Tuned.
The Following is taken directly from Patty Therre and Bella Online verbatim.
Ex-ECW Star Dies
"I am sad to report that Mike "Johnny Grunge" Durham passed away on February 16. He was 39. The cause of his death seems to have been breathing problems stemming from sleep apnea but the official word has not been given. His wake and funeral will be Tuesday and Wednesday at WardÃ’s Parkway Chapel, 1000 Forest Parkway, Forest Park, GA.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to Michel Durham Memorial Fund at:
Bank of America GA7-083-01-01
500 North Lake Drive
Peachtree City, GA 30269
(770)631-3200
He left behind two sons, ages eight and three.
Durham was better known as one half of the Public Enemy tag team along with his late partner Ted "Rocco Rock" Petty. They had a near cult following in ECW and also appeared in several other promotions as PE."
2 Comments:
I was never a fan of Kid Kash in any promotion but a feud with Helms should happen for storyline sake. I just hope it's over before Wrestlemania so they can pull out Jamie Noble.
I'm glad JBL won. While he doesn't have the best ring skills ever, he got himself over and is a good mid-card heel that doesn't deserve to be jobbing to the next big thing.
MNM vs Hardy and Tatanka? MNM is a good tag team and should keep the titles for a while.
Chris Benoit deserves to be World Champion and not US Champion too.
Also, it sucks to hear that about Grunge. I guess we'll never see him drop any more leg drops on New Jack through press tables.
Nice analysis, especially since I missed No Way Out. I agree on the Chris Benoit/Booker T. angle. And after all the work Orton did to get the title for Booker T., I keep expecting him to go after it himself - another storyline, or lack thereof, that doesn't make sense (even though I realize Orton's looking to go after the Heavyweight title).
Hope you are feeling better soon, too!
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