Posted February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535671 Pre-Show: Rhodes Scholars vs. Brodus Clay & Tensai Kaitlyn vs. Tamina Snuka Antonio Cesaro vs. The Miz Alberto Del Rio vs. The Big Show The SHIELD vs. Cena, Sheamus & Ryback SD! Elimination Chamber Rock vs. Punk II - I normally wait for the show to begin before I post the PPV threads but I think this is a pretty intriguing line-up. I have no idea who is going to win the Chamber match. I am 99% sure that Rock is winning but then what is Punk set to do at Mania? Del Rio should win but does Ziggler come out to cash in? Do they continue to push the SHEILD or is their run over? I am actually going into this with no idea what the final results will be.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535673 I kind of feel opposite from you Will in that I think the lineup is fairly predictable on paper besides the chamber match up. I do think that something unexpected will happen on this show, just not sure what.
February 17, 201312 yr Author comment_5535674 OK, so predictable results... Del Rio beats Show... Ziggler cashes in. Team smiley happy face beats the SHEILD Randy Orton wins Elimination Chamber. Then again, you have Jericho, Henry and Swagger complete with anti-immigrant gimmick who could also win. Team Hell No has no shot. Rock beats Punk
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535675 I would say the more predictable route is: Rio beats show setting up WM match vs. whoever wins chamber Shield beating SuperFriends - I would be shocked if someone other than Sheamus takes the pin Rock beating Punk Chamber - Henry winning since he is being pushed, Swagger but it may be too much too soon, Jericho is wildcard, and Orton turning heel and winning
February 17, 201312 yr Author comment_5535676 OK, Chad, if we both disagree on what the predictable route is on most of the matches, it isn't that predictable.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535677 I always bet on simple when it comes to Mania, which means Rock retaining, Henry winning the Chamber since he has by far the most heat of any potential challenger, and ADR retaining to preserve a babyface vs. heel title match. I don't see the Shield winning unless its to set up a rematch at Mania involving Sheamus and Ryback. I don't see Orton winning as they seem really hesitant to avoid doing too much with someone with two wellness policy violations, and understandably so. He's fine in his role but too much to lose putting him in any more of a featured position.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535678 For some reason I don't see the Shield match ending clean. It makes total sense for the faces to win but I don't know. Chamber could go many ways.
February 17, 201312 yr Author comment_5535679 But ja, Ziggler could cash in, which they have been teasing, Jericho wins Chamber and they have another heel-face matchup right there.
February 17, 201312 yr Author comment_5535685 I agree!!! In fact, making it a Six Man War Games E Chamber would have been great.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535686 I'm currently debating whether to find a stream or go to the theater.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535687 I will say if the Shield does lose here, I think it would be really detrimental to them in the long run like Nexus after Summerslam.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535690 How does everyone else feel about Ziggler if he cashes in tonight. This is someone that has exactly one tv win this year and is being treated as a jobber currently.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535691 I was talking about it with my Dad today and he actually made an interesting prediction saying that somehow Rock and Punk would both be counted out and Punk would win the title. That seems like some goofy ass shit WWE would do.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535693 My predictions: Henry wins the chamber given his recent push. This would leave Del Rio to retain the title to have a face/heel matchup for the title at Mania. Shield loses. Rock retains This looks like a good card on paper and I'm looking forward to seeing it. Also, what's with the pre-show match? I thought Rhodes Scholars stopped teaming? I haven't seen the latest SmackDown yet so I guess it could be explained there.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535694 I was talking about it with my Dad today and he actually made an interesting prediction saying that somehow Rock and Punk would both be counted out and Punk would win the title. That seems like some goofy ass shit WWE would do. This match does seem to be the most predictable and one I can see them fucking with. That is not a bad idea. I will especially be suspicious if this match is not the main event.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535697 I see the lights going out on Rock but not Shield coming out, just one gong that distracts Punk so Rock wins.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535707 I wish the six man tag was in the chamber I agree!!! In fact, making it a Six Man War Games E Chamber would have been great.It's not in the Chamber? I just assumed it was, looking at the lineup that's the obvious logical matchup. Is there only one Chamber match this year? The rest of the card looks pretty skippable. I don't see what they hope to get out of Rock/Punk II that they didn't get out of the first match, aside from maybe a slight buyrate bump on this throwaway stop on the Road to Wrestlemania.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535710 Rey is the god of Chamber matches and he's not in one this year which I think speaks to the fact that he's basically done. I am still really interested in this show, but the loss of Rey in a match he is the king of does hurt my interest a bit. I can't imagine Ziggler cashes in tonight. He's been treated as a guy who cannot beat anyone for the last several months, so the idea of him being the champ coming into Mania just seems ridiculous. If Orton wins the EC I'm going to be pissed. Henry is the logical pick because of how he's been presented the last few weeks. I think it's too early for Swagger thought it's obvious he is being groomed as a Del Rio opponent. I hope they aren't stupid enough to have Cesaro drop the title. The Shield probably should win, but this is about the only babyface team they could lose to where I don't think it would totally kill them. I also think the Rock v. Punk match is a terrible idea. At this point I think the smartest thing to do would be a disputed finish leading to a triple threat at Mania though I have zero interest in seeing that. If Punk loses he has no logical opponent at Mania and the idea of chickenshit Punk coming off two losses to Rock v. Taker is so laughable I assume no sane person would treat it seriously as a match up. I do think there is a chance Lesnar gets involved in the finish here.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535721 I don't regularly watch WWE TV anymore (which is kind of a shame, as they have things I like these days, such as long Paul Heyman monologues and Dutch Mantel, all they need to do is bring back the Dirty White Boy and then they will really be targeting the pivotal Chris Wilcox demographic) but I've really thought about buying the PPV tonight. I don't think I will since I don't think I can justify spending $45 on a PPV to watch by myself, but at the very least, the lineup looks really good and might be something I check out a few months down the line.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535731 I'm definitely watching this tonight either by hook or crook. I kind of expect Taker to return to set up Punk Taker but who knows. The chamber should be an early MOTYC and is very unpredictable. I hope Rock has more wind in him this time around as I expect a better match this time around. As long as the six man isn't a total fuck you to the Shield I'm ok with a loss. I also want Cesaro to work that guard rail spot in again
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535735 Seeing a recent photo of Taker, I think it is safe to say he is sitting out this year, if not permanently.
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535737 Seeing a recent photo of Taker, I think it is safe to say he is sitting out this year, if not permanently. Ok assuming that's true what do you do with Punk? I can still see Taker coming back regardless of his appearance
February 17, 201312 yr comment_5535738 It really feels like anything they do with Punk from here except the three way will be a huge, huge step down. There isn't even anything else remotely set up or logical with anyone else on the roster.
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