Wrestlemania 25—Quite The Anniversary!

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Well, it certainly has been awhile, hasn't it?

I do apologize for the lengthy absence, but there have been many new happenings in my life, all of which took my time away from writing for you all.

Since the last time we met, I've graduated from College and took my degree into the real world. I've begun my career, which has relocated me here in beautiful Boston, Massachusetts (go Celts!), and I'm FINALLY getting the hang of livin' on my own.

But enough about my life, lets get to the real reason you're all here. Let's talk wrestling!

Ladies and gentlemen, we are a mere six days away from the greatest spectacle of them all. Although, technically, this would be the twenty-fourth anniversary (but who's counting?) of Wrestlemania, the WWE is touting Sunday's stacked pay-per-view extravaganza as the historic 25th Anniversary of Wrestlemania.

And while the card definitely has a lot to offer, I do feel as though something is missing. With all the hype about this year's event, I would expect some huge matches, with some huge names.

In any case, we do have some match-ups lined up that will without a doubt leave us wanting more.

So, what are we waiting for? Let's get into it!

Money in the Bank Ladder Match

Let's begin with the match that I believe will open the show, the Money in the Bank ladder match. I've got to say, I'm somewhat surprised at the participants of this match this year. I mean, Mark Henry? In a ladder match?

Kane makes sense, but I really can't imagine big ole' Mark Henry climbing a ladder, and I definitely do not see him taking any "oh my god" bumps. But who knows, maybe the addition of a beast like Henry could add to the different kinds of spots we may see.

Shelton Benjamin is a natural in that ring, and has been known to leave us with some incredible memories from his appearances in MITB matches. Shelton is a superstar who truly gives it his all, and will one day wear World Championship gold. Unfortunately, Wrestlemania 25 will not be his day.

As for who I'm picking as winner, I'm kind of split down the middle.

With a match like this, and the draft looming overhead, its very difficult to choose. While I am a HUGE fan of Christian's, I don't see him winning, as it was rumored that Vince McMahon had to be convinced to put him in the match in the first place.

That's just silly to me, as we know what Christian can do in a match, especially when a ladder is involved. But, we all know that Vince is crazy, and anything could happen.

But even so, before the participants of this match were ever even announced, I felt in my gut that this is MVP's year. MVP is one hell of a worker, and his new face character is helping to get him over more and more. I think he's put in his time, and paid his dues.

I think it is MVP's time to shine, and he will leave Wrestlemania with one more piece of luggage.

Winner: MVP

Intercontinental Championship: JBL v. Rey Mysterio

JBL keeps shouting "historical," but to be honest, I can't think of anything he could possibly do at Wrestlemania that would stand out as an unforgettable Wrestlemania moment for me.

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