Hey all. Just got in the hotly anticipated DVD of WWE: CM Punk - Best In The World being released by WWE Home Video on October 9,2012. Here now are Exclusive first look pics at the package contents. Will have my review up by Monday afternoon.
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September 15, 2012
EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK PICS: WWE: CM Punk - Best In The World DVD
Hey all. Just got in the hotly anticipated DVD of WWE: CM Punk - Best In The World being released by WWE Home Video on October 9,2012. Here now are Exclusive first look pics at the package contents. Will have my review up by Monday afternoon.
March 25, 2012
WORLD EXCLUSIVE WWE: You Think You Know Me? The Story of Edge - DVD Review
WWE keeps their record of superb career biographies with this set. Adam Copeland (Edge) is such charismatic and down to earth talker. Yes he talks about going to Wrestlemania VI in Toronto and seeing his idol Hulk Hogan. We learn the history of how his friendship with Jay Reso (Christian) formed over Christian being the new kid with a throwing ninja star. We see some great home video footage of his learning and traveling the road under the tutelage of Sweet Daddy Siki due to his winning essay. The Brood is discussed and how once he spoke that was it, they new they had a star.
Then we move into the TLC era of classic matches between Edge & Christian, The Dudley Boys, and The Hardy Boyz. From there we move to when Edge & Christian were the coolest and funniest team on Raw or Smackdown. This section reeks of awesomeness. Then the splitting of the team occurs and we movie into his single careers and candid remarks on how some didn't think he was ready, including comments from Edge himself. Of course tragedy struck when his neck problems arose and he had to be out for close to a year. This only motivated him more and when he returned and was booed in hos hometown that is when he flipped the switch and became one of the best heels of the last decade.
My favorite part of this 110 minute biography is when we here a lot of the backstage details of the budding romance between Edge and Lita. I was shocked when we are treated to newly shot comments from Matt Hardy on the situation that happened in the summer of 05 and became the hottest program for about a month. His Money in the Bank cash in is discussed in great detail and John Cena states that him and Vince McMahon were the only ones fully confident in the decision of putting the belt on Edge. Of course he lost it back to Cena 3 weeks later and Edge says he was pissed because the fans were really taking to him as a new champion bit WWE decided to stick to the plan which he jokingly remarks they hardly ever do.
His strong programs with Cena, Batista and Undertaker are discussed in good detail and then some fun insight on his work with Vickie Guererro. One of the unexpected moments is how he calls Zakk Ryder and Curt Hawkins his "kids" and they call him "Uncle Adam". You all know what happens after WrestleMania last year but it was great to hear hos reflections on it now. In between his career retrospective we see Adam Copeland the man just enjoying his life now in the mountains. He tries to get out in nature 2-3 times a week with his dogs, goes kayaking and hiking. He looks to be at peace and loving his new lifestyle since his forced retirement. This is just a wholly entertaining watch and includes newly shot interview footage from Edges' Mother, Lita, Matt Hardy, his close friends, Christian, Sweet Daddy Siki, CM Punk, Chris Jericho, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Vickie Geurerro, John Cena, Curt Hawkins, Zakk Ryder, Michael Hayes, Batista, Randy Orton, Mick Foley, and Trish Stratus. Well worth adding to your wrestling library. 10/10
The Story of Edge arrives on DVD with a 480p transfer in an aspect ratio of 1.78:1. Another high quality down convert from the HD source. There were no major signs of compression at all. Colors saturation was good with the bright coats and outfits Edge&Christian would wear as a tag team. Fine detail was great with close ups in newly shot interview footage all the little details of the participants faces.
Black levels were consistently well balanced. Any footage shot before 2008 is standard def in the original aspect ratio of 1.33:1 with an Edge pendant design in the sidebars to fill the image on 16x9 HDTV sets. This was an enjoyable and strong presentation overall. 8.5/10
Audio is provided by a Dolby Digital 5.1 track. Dialogue was crisp and clean as was any commentary heard on the matches of Disc 2&3. Crowd din bleeds subtly to the surrounds from time to time. Edges awesome entrance music came through great and had some added heft from the woofers. A fine listen. 8/10
* The Ninja Star
* P.T.A.
* Working in WCW
* Credgeley
* "Real Emotion"
Raw - 8th August, 2005
January 28, 2012
Exclusive - WWE: The Best of Raw and Smackdown 2011 4-Disc DVD Review
DISC 1
Falls Count Anywhere Match for the WWE Championship
The Miz vs. John Morrison
Raw - 3rd January, 2011
Intercontinental Championship Match
Dolph Ziggler vs. Kofi Kingston
SmackDown - 7th January, 2011
2-out-of-3 Falls Match
Rey Mysterio vs. Alberto Del Rio
SmackDown - 7th January, 2011
Divas Championship Match
Natalya vs. Melina
Raw - 24th January, 2011
The Miz vs. Daniel Bryan
Raw - 14th February, 2011
The Rock Returns to Raw
Raw - 14th February, 2011
John Cena Responds to The Rock
Raw - 21st February, 2011
The Championship Coronation of Dolph Ziggler
SmackDown - 18th February, 2011
A Stone Cold Referee
Raw - 7th March, 2011
"The Rock" Attacks John Cena?
Raw - 14th March, 2011
Steel Cage Match
Christian vs. Alberto Del Rio
SmackDown - 18th March, 2011
Intercontinental Championship Match
Kofi Kingston vs. Wade Barrett
SmackDown - 25th March, 2011
Streak in Jeopardy?
Raw - 28th March, 2011
DISC 2
Edge Says Goodbye
SmackDown - 15th April, 2011
A New Side of R-Truth
Raw - 25th April, 2011
WWE Championship Match
John Cena vs. The Miz
Raw - 2nd May, 2011
World Heavyweight Championship Match
Christian vs. Randy Orton
SmackDown - 6th May, 2011
Riley's Revenge
Raw - 23rd May, 2011
World Heavyweight Championship Match
Randy Orton vs. Sheamus with Christian as Special Guest Referee
SmackDown - 3rd June, 2011
6-Man Tag Team Elimination Match
John Cena, Randy Orton & Alex Riley vs. Christian, R-Truth & The Miz
Raw - 20th June, 2011
Daniel Bryan vs. Cody Rhodes
SmackDown - 24th June, 2011
CM Punk Speaks His Mind
Raw - 27th June, 2011
Christian vs. Sin Cara
SmackDown - 1st July, 2011
Mr. McMahon is Relieved of His Duties
Raw - 18th July, 2011
DISC 3
WWE Championship Match
Rey Mysterio vs. John Cena
Raw - 25th July, 2011
Intercontinental Championship Match
Ezekiel Jackson vs. Cody Rhodes
SmackDown - 12th August, 2011
Falls Count Anywhere Match
John Morrison vs. R-Truth
Raw - 15th August, 2011
Alberto Del Rio vs. Daniel Bryan
SmackDown - 19th August, 2011
WWE Tag Team Championship Match
David Otunga & Michael McGillicutty vs. Kofi Kingston & Evan Bourne
Raw - 22nd August, 2011
Steel Cage Match for the World Heavyweight Championship
Randy Orton vs. Christian
SmackDown - 30th August, 2011
Randy Orton vs. Cody Rhodes
SmackDown - 9th September, 2011
The Cutting Edge with Randy Orton & Mark Henry
SmackDown - 16th September, 2011
Mark Henry is Unleashed
Raw - 19th September, 2011
Special Challenge Match
Dolph Ziggler with Vickie Guerrero vs. Zack Ryder with Hugh Jackman
Raw - 19th September, 2011
Lumberjack Match
Mark Henry vs. Christian
SmackDown - 23rd September, 2011
CM Punk vs. Alberto Del Rio
Raw - 26th September, 2011
DISC 4
John Cena, CM Punk, Sheamus, Kofi Kingston, Evan Bourne & Mason Ryan vs.
Alberto Del Rio, Christian, Cody Rhodes, Dolph Ziggler, Jack Swagger & David Otunga
Raw - 3rd October, 2011
Vote of No Confidence
Raw - 3rd October, 2011
John Cena vs. Sheamus with Referee Triple H & Commentator CM Punk
Raw - 10th October, 2011
Mask vs. Mask
Sin Cara vs. Sin Cara
SmackDown from Mexico - 21st October, 2011
Street Fight
Randy Orton vs. Cody Rhodes
SmackDown - 4th November, 2011
World Heavyweight Championship Match
Mark Henry vs. Daniel Bryan
SmackDown - 4th November, 2011
Champion vs. Champion Match
CM Punk vs. Dolph Ziggler
Raw - 21st November, 2011
BLU-RAY EXTRAS
Last Man Standing Match for the World Heavyweight Championship
Edge vs. Kane
SmackDown - 7th January, 2011
Randy Orton vs. Dolph Ziggler
Raw - 17th January, 2011
John Cena vs. CM Punk
Raw - 17th January, 2011
Undertaker & Triple H Stare Down
Raw - 21st February, 2011
John Cena Adjusts The Rock's Attitude
Raw - 28th March, 2011
Save the Date: The Rock vs. John Cena
Raw - 4th April, 2011
Kane vs. Christian
SmackDown - 24th June, 2011
No Count Out Match
Evan Bourne vs. Sin Cara
Raw - 27th June, 2011
Tornado Tag Team Match
Rey Mysterio & Alex Riley vs. The Miz & Jack Swagger
Raw - 27th June, 2011
CM Punk's Public Contract Negotiation
Raw - 11th July, 2011
Well another year has come and gone and the WWE remains stagnant. The clear bright spot that gave so many fans hope was the pipe bomb emergence of CM Punk. His Raw ending promo on June 27 was a complete shoot and will go down as 6 of the greatest minutes in wrestling history.The promo is in full and uncut. Of course they botched all the heat of that a few weeks later but we now have CM Punk as a top merchandise seller and a new face of the company. The thing I noticed the most watching these 4 discs is the rise and fall of The Miz. He was truly one of the main reasons to watch the show for at least a third of the year and then they made him look like a complete fool. Hopefully the damage done is reversible still.
The Smackdown retirement speech from Edge is uncut as well. The best aspect about this set is that everything is uncut and the promos are complete. Josh Mathews is a likeable host who shows up at the start of each disc. Oh, you thought I was going to forget mentioning the feud between The Rock and John Cena. I'm honestly bored with the whole thing and it is a shame to see how thrilling the fist couple promos from the protagonists were, after they both continue to repeat the same catch phrases and motives. Overall this was a fun look back at a so-so year. 8/10
The Best of Raw and Smackdown arrives on DVD with a 480p transfer in the original aspect ratio of 1.78:1. Raw and Smackdown are both broadcast live in HD and the SD conversion is helped greatly by that fact. There were no major signs of compression artifacts or edge enhancement. Colors are well saturated and fleshtones were consistently natural. Black levels were strong throughout. Fine detail was very good with logos and close ups benefiting the most. A solid presentation. 8.5/10
Audio is provided by a Dolby Digital Stereo 5.1 track. The commentary is crisp and clean and the entrance themes have some nice heft to them. Surrounds are subtle with light crowd din noticeable during a heated contest. 8.5/10
January 20, 2012
EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW VIDEO WWE: The Best of Raw and Smackdown 2011
Here is a Video preview of the package contents for WWE: The Best of Raw and Smackdown 2011 set to release on Blu-ray and DVD January 31,2012.
Exclusive First Look Photos - WWE: The Best of Raw and Smackdown 2011 4-Disc DVD
I just got in WWE: The Best of Raw and Smackdown 2011 4-Disc DVD set. The set will take a look at the entire year of WWE programming. The set is due to release on DVD and Blu-ray January 31, 2012. I am happy to bring you all Exclusive first look photos at the package contents. If you enjoy these exclusive previews pre-order your DVD or Blu-ray by clicking on the link below.
September 11, 2011
WWE SummerSlam 2011 - DVD Review
The 2011 edition of SummerSlam was one of the most talked about events of the year. CM Punk's battle with John Cena, Albert Del Rio cashing in his Money in the Bank briefcase for a shot at the title, Sheamus taking on Mark Henry, and more. Own this unbelievable night on DVD
*Six-Man Tag Team Match*
Kofi Kingston, Rey Mysterio & John Morrison Vs. The Miz, Alberto Del Rio & R-Truth
Sheamus Vs. Mark Henry
*WWE Divas Championship Match*
Kelly Kelly(Champion) Vs. Beth Phoenix
Wade Barrett Vs. Daniel Bryan
*No Holds Barred Match for the World Heavyweight Championship*
Christian(Champion) Vs. Randy Orton
*WWE Undisputed Championship Match* with HHH as Special Guest Referee
CM Punk(Champion) Vs. John Cena(Paper Champion)
*WWE Championship Match* (Money In The Bank Cash In)
CM Punk(Champion) Vs. Alberto Del Rio
SummerSlam 2011 arrives on DVD with a 480p transfer in the original aspect ratio of 1.78:1. The PPV was shot in HD and the standard definition downconversion displayed a pleasing image. Black levels were consistent with solid contrast. Colors benefit from good saturation and some bold primaries. Fine detail was also clearly seen in the t-shirt designs and different people in the crowd. There were of course a few minor compression artifacts during ring entrances but nothing obtrusive. A strong performer overall. 8/10
Audio is provided by a Dolby Digital 5.1 track. The commentary (when there was any actual play-by-play) was crisp and clean throughout the show. Entrance music was a standout with good dynamics and some mid bass notes coming across tight and accurate. Surround channels are there for atmospheric crowd din and some light bleeding of sounds from the ring. 8/10
* WWE Home Video Exclusive: Matt Striker interviews New WWE Champion Alberto Del Rio - This is okay for what it is but a shame they don't have more behind-the-scenes content like following the wrestlers like UFC DVD releases would have leading up to the fight.
August 16, 2011
WWE Randy Orton: The Evolution Of A Predator - DVD Review
***SYNOPSIS***
*DISC ONE*
I Am Randy Orton
The Road to WrestleMania Begins
Preparing for the Chamber
Embarking on a Path of Destiny
Training Days
The Elimination Chamber
Facing the Media
The Next Diamond
Signs of Trouble
Dealing with Injuries
The Legend Killer
The Man of Destiny
Punked Out
Coming Home
A Hard Lesson to Learn
Evening the Odds
The Mecca
The Price and Reward of WrestleMania
Making a Difference
Dark Days
Madison Square Melee
Randy's Redemption
Axxess to the Apex Predator
Legacy
The Day Has Arrived...
I Won't Be Your Hero
The Evolution of Randy Orton
*DISC TWO*
Randy Orton vs. Slick Robbie D
OVW Christmas Chaos - January 31, 2001
Randy Orton vs. Hardcore Holly
SmackDown - April 25, 2002
Randy Orton vs. Shawn Michaels
Unforgiven - September 21, 2003
Intercontinental Championship Match
Randy Orton vs. Rob Van Dam
Armageddon - December 14, 2003
Handicap Tag Team Match
Randy Orton, Ric Flair & Batista vs. The Rock & Mick Foley
WrestleMania 20 - March 14, 2004
Hardcore Match for the Intercontinental Championship
Randy Orton vs. Mick Foley
Backlash - April 18, 2004
Intercontinental Championship Match
Randy Orton vs. Edge
Vengeance - July 11, 2004
Handicap Casket Match
Randy Orton & "Cowboy" Bob Orton vs. The Undertaker
No Mercy - October 9, 2005
*DISC THREE*
Randy Orton vs. Kurt Angle
Vengeance - June 25, 2006
Legend Killer vs. WWE Legend
Randy Orton vs. Hulk Hogan
SummerSlam - August 20, 2006
Texas Bull Rope Match
Randy Orton vs. Dusty Rhodes
The Great American Bash - July 22, 2007
Triple Threat Match for the WWE Championship
Randy Orton vs. Triple H vs. John Cena
WrestleMania 24 - March 30, 2008
"I Quit" Match for the WWE Championship
Randy Orton vs. John Cena
Breaking Point - September 13, 2009
Hell in a Cell Match for the WWE Championship
Randy Orton vs. Sheamus
Hell in a Cell - October 3, 2010
Randy Orton vs. CM Punk
WrestleMania 27 - April 3, 2011
World Heavyweight Championship Match
Randy Orton vs. Christian
SmackDown - May 6, 2011
The main feature on Disc 1 runs at 1hr and 30min. This was one of my most anticipated releases and I wasn't disappointed. It all starts at Elimination Chamber 2011 where we see Randy being candidly followed into the back stage area and locker room. From there the doc follows this path all the way to WrestleMania XXVII with some great insight and reflection of his career so far.
One of the highlights is seeing the great family man he has matured into when he has a home show in St. Louis. We are given a glimpse into their home life with his adorable little girl and his beautiful wife. Harley Race is seen near catering at the arena and is so sweet with Randy's daughter. John Cena jokes that he got his food all ready for him. Randy and his Wife speak openly about his drug addiction and how it almost claimed his life and it by the end of this feature you will be proud of the man he has become by focusing on his family and how he now channels his rage into his "Viper" character instead of lashing out at people who care about him.
HHH, John Cena, Batista, Edge, Cowboy Bob Orton, The Miz, and several more superstars are both praising but bluntly truthful , the best Cena calling the old Orton "a Dick and and an asshole". HHH speaks on them bringing him into Evolution and seeing a once in lifetime talent. He also reflects on Randys cockiness and addictions. It first of all was great there was no Matt Striker or Michael Cole anywhere to be seen, and to here people be so candid for once instead of just glowing praise was refreshing. I won't speak anymore on this well made documentary and let you see for yourself, you will not regret purchasing this set. 9/10
Evolution Of A Predator arrives on DVD with a 480p transfer in an aspect ratio of 1.78:1. The main feature is a superbly edited feature and there were no major signs of compression or edge enhancement.Interspersed between the main feature on Disc 1 are new interviews and they are pretty much perfect with deep blacks, rich color saturation, and superb facial details. The matches are presented in their original aspect ratios of 1.33:1 and more current ones in 1.78:1. There is a static image on the sides for the early matches to fill out the image on your HDTV. The content overall is crisp and clean with great color balance and strong black levels. This is a solid presentation that I'm sure will look even better on Blu-ray. 8/10
Audio is provided by a Dolby Digital 5.1 track. While this is a 5.1 track it is for the most part very front heavy. The front channels exhibit some decent stereo separation and there was some subtle crowd din in the rear channels. The commentary on the matches was crisp and clean. Narration on the main feature was perfect, as was the newly shot interview footage. 7/10
August 14, 2011
WWE: Money In The Bank 2011 - DVD Review
For years, the Money in the Bank match was a highlight of WrestleMania, with each of the six winners going on to successfully cash in their opportunities and win World Championships. Last year, the popular match headlined its own WWE pay-per-view event, and two spectacular matches led to two more successful title reigns, including the Miz seizing on his momentum at last year's event to become the most must-see WWE Champion in history. So the stakes are incredibly high for the Superstars of Raw and SmackDown look to climb the ladder of success at Money in the Bank 2011. Now, you can own the DVD!
Smackdown Money In The Bank Ladder Match
Daniel Bryan vs. Wade Barrett vs. Sin Cara vs. Sheamus vs. Cody Rhodes vs. Heath Slater vs. Justin Gabriel vs. Kane
WWE Divas Championship Match
Kelly Kelly vs. Brie Bella
Mark Henry vs. The Big Show
Raw Money In The Bank Ladder Match
The Miz vs. Alex Riley vs. Alberto Del Rio vs. Kofi Kingston vs. Rey Mysterio vs. Evan Bourne vs. R-Truth vs. Jack Swagger
World Heavyweight Championship Match (If Orton is disqualified Christian wins title)
Randy Orton vs. Christian
WWE Championship
CM Punk vs. John Cena
Money In The Bank 2011 arrives on DVD with a 480p transfer in the original aspect ratio of 1.78:1. Black levels are good with solid contrast. Colors were great with nice saturation and no bleeding. Detail was solid but there was softness in the image the first 20 minutes due to Kanes' pyro making the ring and arena presented in a haze. There were some minor compression artifacts during ring entrances but nothing obtrusive. A solid performer, but it is a shame that the best PPV in quite some time doesn't get a Blu-ray release. 8/10
Audio is provided by a Dolby Digital 5.1 track. Entrance music was the highlight with good dynamics and some solid bass performance. Commentary was crisp and clean throughout the show. Surround channels were used for atmospheric crowd din, which comes across well with the lively Chicago crowd. 7.5/10
August 8, 2011
EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK PHOTOS WWE: OMG The Top 50 Incidents in WWE HistoryDVD
Hello all. I just got in WWE: OMG The Top 50 Incidents In WWE History 3 -Disc DVD set to release on August 23, 2011. WWE doses not have content listing on the first left flap of the fold out case this time.UGH!(see photo below).
EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK PHOTOS WWE: Money In The Bank 2011 DVD
Hello all. I just got in WWE: Money In The Bank 2011 DVD set to release on August 16, 2011. This is without a doubt the best PPV that WWE booked in several years and the crowd in Chicago makes this worth the purchase alone. I'll review the DVD of CM Punks' biggest night of his career in full detail by tomorrow night.
July 21, 2011
WWE Champion CM Punk Invades San Diego Comic-con - Video
During a WWE panel at the San Diego Comic-con the hottest commodity in wrestling today, CM Punk showed up unannounced and had his WWE Championship title in hand. Below is a fan shot video of the surprise appearance.
July 19, 2011
WWE Capitol Punishment 2011 - DVD Review
United States Championship Match - Kofi Kingston vs. Dolph Ziggler
R-Truth arrives at the arena
Todd Grisham interviews The Miz
Alex Riley vs. The Miz
Sgt. Slaughter welcomes President Obama
The Big Show vs. Alberto Del Rio
R-Truth wants his picture with the WWE Championship
Matt Striker interviews Wade Barrett
Intercontinental Championship Match - Wade Barrett vs. Ezekiel Jackson
President Obama meets Beth Phoenix, Santino Marella & Kelly Kelly
Josh Mathews interviews CM Punk
Rey Mysterio vs. CM Punk
World Heavyweight Championship Match - Randy Orton vs. Christian
Evan Bourne vs. Jack Swagger
President Obama addresses the WWE Universe
WWE Championship Match - John Cena vs. R-Truth
Capitol Punishment2011 arrives on DVD with a 480p transfer in the original aspect ratio of 1.78:1. This is a bright and colorful presentation. Primary colors are well saturated. Detail was good and the crowd was easily viewable. There were some light compression artifacts during ring entrances. Overall another consistently strong release. 8/10
Audio is provided by a Dolby Digital 5.1 track. The best part of the presentation is the entrance music which is provide with some decent bass. The commentary was crisp and clean throughout. Surround channels are mostly used for atmospheric crowd din and light bleeding of the theme music. 7/10
* Josh Mathews interviews Christian
June 27, 2011
CM Punk - Complete RAW Shoot Promo
Here is the greatest promo in years and perhaps in the history of the WWE. CM Punk layed the hammer down on pretty much everybody and it seems like this isn't a work but a legit shoot from him and now he has been suspended and his profile on WWE.com has been removed. Enjoy the video when it's still up.
March 14, 2011
Exclusive WWE Elimination Chamber 2011 - DVD Review
Six superstars vie for ultimate supremacy inside an unforgiving steel structure. At stake is a world championship and a date with the main event at WrestleMania. Six Raw superstars will battle in the elimination chamber for the WWE Championship and six of SmackDown s best will fight for the World Heavyweight Championship. In addition, other singles and tag team matches will have long-term ramifications on WrestleMania 27.
This was without a doubt one of the best PPV shows in at least a year. The main events as well as the under card were well worked and exciting matches. John Morrison once again displayed athleticism that most mortals can only dream about. Trish Stratus gets a great reaction for her return and then proceeds to foul it with a so so promo and wearing high heels she was very clumsy.
Alberto Del Rio was excellent in his opening match with Kofi Kingston and shows why he is a deserving #1 contender at WrestleMania XXVII. Jerry "The King" Lawler and The Miz had the crowd eating out of their hand by the end of their well paced and exciting match. The fans in attendance started believing that Lawler may actually win his first WWE Cahmpionship, but alas it wasn't meant to be and now he is working in a superb program with Michael Cole. The Smackdown and Raw chamber matches took their place among the best ever in that monstrosity of steel and torture. All the top stars had their working shoes on for this evening and this is a worthy follow up to the highly anticipated "Super Bowl of Wrestling". Here is the full match listing:
Alberto Del Rio vs. Kofi Kingston
Edge (c) vs. Rey Mysterio vs. Wade Barrett vs. The Big Show vs. Kane vs. Drew McIntyre - (World Heavyweight Championship Smackdown Elimination Chamber Match)
Santino Marella (c) & Vladimir Kozlov (c) vs. Heath Slater & Justin Gabriel - (World Tag Team Championship Match)
The Miz (c) w/ Alex Riley vs. Jerry "the King" Lawler - (WWE Championship Match)
John Cena vs. John Morrison vs. R-Truth vs. Randy Orton vs. Sheamus vs. CM Punk - (Raw Chamber Match to determine the # 1 Contendor for WWE Championship at WrestleMania XXVII)
Elimination Chamber 2011 arrives on DVD with a 480i transfer in the original aspect ratio of 1.78:1. This is a bright and colorful presentation. Primary colors are well saturated. Detail was good and the crowd was easily viewable. There were some light compression artifacts during ring entrances. Overall a consistently strong release. 8/10
Audio is provided by a Dolby Digital 5.1 track. The best part of the presentation is the entrance music which is provide with some decent bass. The commentary was crisp and clean throughout. Surround channels are mostly used for atmospheric crowd din and light bleeding of the theme music. 7/10
* The Rock & John Cena RAW February 21, 2011 - Unless you've been living under a rock for the past few weeks you've seen this all time great promo and as you know it is pure GOLD
February 25, 2011
WORLD EXCLUSIVE - WWE Royal Rumble 2011 DVD Review
It's the dream of every superstar to headline WrestleMania. For one man out of 40, the dream becomes reality at the Royal Rumble. Whoever outlasts 39 other competitors earns himself a championship match at WrestleMania 27. The superstars of Raw and Smackdown, including past winners Randy Orton, John Cena, Edge, and Rey Mysterio, and superstars looking to add this win to their resume, including Wade Barrett, Kane, Kofi Kingston, Sheamus, John Morrison, The Miz, Mark Henry (and more) will do everything to overpower and outlast the competition as the Road to WrestleMania 27 begins at the Royal Rumble.
I enjoyed this years show quite a bit. It had some solid wrestling action, surprise returns, and saw a new main event talent emerge. Below are my thoughts for each match:
World Heavyweight Championship Match - Edge vs Dolph Ziggler w/ Vickie Guerrero
This was a strong match to open the PPV. Dolph and Edge both worked at a steady pace that built to where the finish they had the crowd fully into it with the belief that Ziggler might actually pull out the win. Vickie of course interferes and she was Gold. Winner (Edge
WWE Championship Match - The Miz w/ Alex Riley vs. Randy Orton
This was a well fought match but wasn't there best head to head contest. There was a lot of interference from the New Nexus and Alex Riley. Miz got the pin after CM Punk slid out from under the ring and hot the GTS on Orton and laid Miz on top to retain. Winner (The Miz)
Divas Title Match - Natalya vs. Michelle McCool vs. Layla vs. Eve
The less said about this horrible match the better. It is a shame that this is what represents the Womens division now. My best opinion of this match is press skip on your remote. Winner (Eve)
40 Man Royal Rumble Match
CM Punk and Daniel Bryan started the biggest Royal Match in history. For a brief 90 seconds I was admittedly marking out for this and then came the usual jobbers that help fill out the roster. Punk was my favorite to win even though he was entrant #1. Fans were treated to a breathtaking display of athleticism from John Morrison that to describe doesn't do it justice, just watch for it. The surprise returns were Booker T and Diesel , they both received HUGE pops from the crowd. Unfortunately they were both promptly eliminated.
I felt the worst part of the match was about a 7 minute segment where John Cena and Hornswoggle teamed up and eliminated quite a few entrants with some terrible unfunny comedy and crowd pandering thrown in. Thankfully the match got back on track later and as stated a new main event talent was made when Alberto Del Rio outlasted Randy Orton, John Cena, and Wade Barret in the final four. There was a fun end when Santino who wasn't eliminated came back into the ring and the crowd was going crazy thinking he was going to actually win but Del Rio countered a move and is going to Wrestlemania 27 to challenge for whatever Championship he desires. Winner (Alberto Del Rio)
Royal Rumble 2011 arrives on DVD with a 480i transfer in the original aspect ratio of 1.78:1. This is a very colorful and clean presentation. Primary colors are well saturated. Detail was good and the crowd was easily viewable. There were some light compression artifacts during ring entrances. Overall a consistently strong release. 8/10
Audio is provided by a Dolby Digital 5.1 track. The best part of the presentation is the entrance music which is provide with some decent bass. The commentary was crisp and clean bit found it a little too loud in the mix sometimes. Surrounds are mostly used for atmospheric crowd din. 7/10
* Todd Grisham Interviews Eve - What is she doing in WWE still?
* Alberto Del Rio's Royal Rumble Celebration - This is from the following nights Raw and Del Rio is GOLD here. "But you already knew that"
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