We now go to the big brand, the favored brand, the brand that has just celebrated 15 years of being on cable: RAW. Make no mistake about it, RAW is WWE's A-show. A show that showcases edgier storylines, edgy characters, and all around great wrestling at it's best. Here are my top favorite wrestlers in the WWE's crowned jewel:
BARNES' TOP TEN FAVORITE RAW WRESTLERS
10. Super Crazy- He’s super. He’s crazy. He’s…well, super crazy. The extreme luchadore is a great flyer and an entertaining personality. He won’t make huge waves here in the U.S. like in his native Mexico, but he’ll please a crowd nonetheless. MUCHO LOCO!
9. Ric Flair- The Nature Boy has been going strong since the 1970’s and still holds the crowd in the palm of his hand. The Dirtiest Player in the Game still can go and pull a strong match out of anybody while entertaining the crowd with his over-the-top antics. WHOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
8. Mr. Kennedy- Kennedy is the future of the industry. He still needs some polishing, but the man can cut good promos and might become a modern hybrid of the Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin. Time will tell, but for now he’s on the cusp of turning into something special if he continues to learn and allows himself to grow. His name is MISSSTERRRRRRRR KENNEDYYYY...KENNNEDDDY!
7. Umaga- The Samoan Bulldozer is untamed like Haku and the Islanders of old. While like his previous Samoan predecessors he is portrayed as a savage, Umaga is able to wrestle compelling matches while playing the role of a dominating heel character. Fear the man.
6. William Regal- Regal is a seasoned veteran who has been in the wrestling business since working the British carnival circuit when he was 16 years old. Utilizing a catch-European style with hard-hitting chops and strikes make his style unique in the United States. That, along with being able utilize a great comedic wit and willingness to play the pompous fool make Regal a must-have in any promotion. Check out his malicious intent.
5. JBL- The hard-hitting Media Maven has finally gotten some respect after years of being just another wrestling workhorse. His gimmick is such that many of my friends refer to him as “George W. Dibiase” due to his redneck-millionaire persona. JBL’s promos are strong and while his wrestling isn’t flashy, it is smash-mouth. See why he calls himself a "Wrestling God."
4. Jeff Hardy- The Rainbow Haired Warrior wows the crowd with his high-flying style and his charismatic look. Jeff looks like he belongs at a rave, but his breathtaking bumps and ability to play the underdog make him one of the most popular stars in the industry. Please don't die, Jeff.
3. HHH- The Game has been on the top of the WWE for over ten years and with his real life marriage into the McMahon family it doesn’t look like that’ll stop any time soon. Many unfairly accuse HHH’s staying power to nepotism, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. His ability to draw fans as a heel or face and tell a great story inside the ring with almost anyone keep him as a top draw. It's time to play the game.
2. Shawn Michaels- The Heartbreak Kid lives up to his name as the Showstopper by stealing the show every night. I don’t believe HBK can have a bad match…ever. While he does have his favorite moves to use, Shawn can wrestle and cater to any opponent’s style whether his opponent is a brawler, high flyer, or power wrestler. A veteran for over twenty years, Shawn can keep up with quick guys like Rey Mysterio or older vets who need help hiding their flaws like Hulk Hogan. Here is the reason he is the Icon.
1. Chris Jericho - Y2J is charismatic and has been rightfully called the second coming of Shawn Michaels. Jericho can be a face or a heel, violent or technical, undercard or main event. Have a new wrestler who needs a person to make him look good? Get Jericho. Got a big show and need a main eventer to make the fans go home happy? Talk to Chris. Want a wrestler who can connect with the fans? Get Y2J. Would you like fries with that? Check the drive thru. He can be funny, he can play a coward, he can look dangerous, and he has the potential of being called the best ever. Now that he has come back to save us he can return to his roots as the man of the millenium.
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