Opinion

The Good, Bad and Ugly Preview: WWE TLC 2018

Published

7 years ago

December 14, 2018

Bobby Fernandes

Tables, Ladders and Chairs made famous by The Hardy’s, Dudley’s and Edge and Christian, remind us of a time where it was laid all out on the line. The fans were sucked in completely eating up as much as WWE could give us. The weekly WWE television hasn’t been too great as of late but it was all to set us up for this Sunday at TLC. We have potential here, with a large card, but will it deliver?

THE GOOD

WWE Championship – Daniel Bryan (c) vs. AJ Styles

It should come as no surprise that not only should this be Good, it should be Great. Any fan knows what these two guys can do. They are pure talent, and will bring it on Sunday. No matter the outcome we should all be in for a real treat. This match is expected to be physical and will give the fans the show they have been waiting for. Prediction: Daniel Bryan Wins Cheaply!

SmackDown Women’s Championship – Becky Lynch (c) vs. Charlotte Flair vs. Asuka (TLC Match)

The promos leading up to this match, the addition of Asuka, the never ending love of “The Man.” This match and feud has been a pleasure so far. The audience cannot get enough of Becky Lynch. No one is upset that Asuka was included as she is a great talent and definitely adds a lot to an already stacked match. These competitors have a lot of pressure to lay it all out there. The match itself is revolutionary and the talent far exceeds the norm. This really could and should be the match of the night. Prediction: Asuka Wins!

Intercontinental Championship – Seth Rollins (c) vs. Dean Ambrose

Although the story line and promos haven’t been easy to watch leading to this, we have a potentially fantastic match. Ambrose and Rollins are two top talents that WWE has, and this match has high hopes in the back as well as with the fan base. Rollins has been given a torch as of late and he is taking his leadership duties seriously. With the heated history, chemistry and talent, there is no reason for this match to be anything but Good. Just keep the mic away. Prediction: Rollins Wins!

Braun Strowman vs. Baron Corbin (TLC Match)

With Strowman not cleared for action, it is hard to tell what will happen here. Obviously Strowman vs. Lesnar seems to be the direction, however it also seems like if he isn’t cleared, WWE may have their hands tied. However anything can happen in the WWE right? I see some tomfoolery in our future and WWE will somehow make this happen, where Strowman isn’t even touched. Maybe and uprising from all oft he crap that Corbin has been causing will allow for an easy Strowman victory without affecting his condition. This is a tough one but interesting in many ways. Hopefully they can do a Good job. Prediction: Strowman Wins!

Finn Balor vs. Drew McIntyre

We have two unbelievable talents here, and another two top guys with WWE. Also we have two potential front runners for Universal Title Feuds. Drew McIntyre has been on fire lately, and Finn Balor hasn’t lost a step. This will be a great match and will not fail. It will also play a huge role in what is to come. Prediction: Drew McIntyre Wins!

Elias vs. Bobby Lashley w/ Lio Rush (Ladder Match w/ Guitar)

An underrated, unsung hero on Raw as of late is the great banter back and forth with Lashley (well Lio Rush) and Elias. Elias is extremely over and has transitioned well into a fan favorite Babyface. Lashley has been doing well in his in ring performances, and Lio Rush has taken a lot of pressure off of Lashley not having to cut promos. This is an interesting feud and possibly could lead to a run against whoever the winner is in the Intercontinental Match. Prediction: Elias Wins!

WWE Cruiserweight Championship – Buddy Murphy (c) vs. Cedric Alexander

With this match, timing is everything. The talent is there, the hunger is there. However if this is a Pre-Show match it will be forgotten. If placed right in the show however we have a sleeper. Murphy and Alexander can go, they have proven it over and over, however 205 Live is often forgotten about overall, and it is a shame. Prediction: Buddy Murphy Wins!

THE BAD

SmackDown Tag Team Championship – The Bar (c) vs. The Usos vs. New Day

The SmackDown Tag Team division is solid, however this is getting old. Again we have tremendous talent, but we don’t ever see anything new. Everything with these guys are so predictable and have been seen over and over. This is shaping up to get a Bad reaction for a group of teams that are nothing but Good. Prediction: New Day Wins!

Randy Orton vs. Rey Mysterio (Chairs Match)

WWE is putting two seasoned veterans in a violent, potentially insane match together. With the streak that Randy Orton has been on, we will certainly see some overkill. Rey Mysterio is great, so is Orton, however this match is way over the top, and has no purpose that will benefit the show. It will be Bad because it has no reason to happen. Prediction: Randy Orton Wins!

THE UGLY

Raw Women’s Championship – Ronda Rousey (c) vs. Nia Jax

Ronda Rousey finally is losing some of her steam that was in abundance up until the uproar of the “Lass Kicker.” It shows that her losing and being vulnerable is popular with the fans. Nia Jax is possibly the most hated person in all of wrestling currently, and her anchorhaving to carry Tamina Snuka around like dead wood is starting to ware on her. She isn’t good enough or strong enough in her element to carry someone as horrendous as Tamina. The promo leading up to this have been terrible literally ruining the shows completely. This will be a botch fest and possibly one of the worst showings we will and have ever seen in history. Prediction: Ronda Rousey Wins as usual!

Natalya vs. Ruby Riott (Tables Match)

More Ruby Riott is simply a Good thing, however Natalya has been terrible to watch lately. She has been off, and her Mic skills are a major problem. Being that this is a physical Tables Match, and Ruby Riott’s superior abilities one can only hope this will deliver. However we have potential for an Ugly Match that means nothing overall to anyone watching. Prediction: Natalya Wins!

WWE Mixed Match Challenge Finals- R-Truth & Carmella vs. Jinder Mahal & Alicia Fox

Winners get the #30 Spot in their respective Royal Rumbles. Aside from that and even with that feature, this is a huge who cares? This could be a really tough match to watch and borderline ugly. No matter the case, I smell Pre-Show all over this match and rightfully so. Hopefully it is quick and we can all move on to better things. Prediction: R-Truth and Camella Wins!

Overall,this TLC has a lot of potential to be GOOD. We could be in for a solid PPV all around with potential title changes, huge developments in story lines, and of course, what will Lars Sullivan do if anything?

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Chairshot Staff Picks: Money In The Bank

Extra, extra read all about it… Chairshot Staff picks are in!!!

Published

2 weeks ago

June 6, 2025

PC Tunney

Sing it with me… money money money money moneeeeeeeeeyeeeeee… everybody’s got a price! MONEY IN THE BANK is here!!! How money will our staff picks be?!?

AJ – Roxanne Perez
Andrew – Stephanie Vaquer – *Bubba Sparxxx Impression* I don’t tell stories, I let them tell theyself.
Dave – Guilia – A stacked field but I just like her here.
DJ – Naomi
DPP – Roxanne Perez
Jason – Alexa Bliss
Patrick – Roxanne Perez
Rey – Naomi – If Naomi loses, we riot!
Rob – Naomi
Greg – Alexa Bliss – Bliss has had huge reactions since returning and is moving a ton of merch. While I can see them wanting to build Roxanne Perez, Giulia, or Stephanie Vaquer, I think Alexa Bliss.

Tunney’s Take: Rhea Ripley – I’ll make my case short and sweet… Mami in the Bank! You can’t leave that money on the table.

Chairshot Pick – Tie – Naomi 3 & Roxanne Perez 3 (Alexa Bliss 2, Giulia 1, Rhea Ripley 1, Stephanie Vaquer 1)

AJ – LA Knight
Andrew – El Grande Americano – Feels correct given his push and the fact he’s over.
Dave – Seth Rollins – Got to push that new faction.
DJ – LA Knight
DPP – El Grande Americano
Jason – LA Knight
Patrick – Solo Sikoa
Rey – LA Knight – Looks like another push, and he does have history with Cena.
Rob – Solo Sikoa
Greg – Seth Rollins – This company is extremely high in the El Grande Americano gimmick, but this match comes down to Seth Rollins or LA Knight. Given the Rollins storyline, it’s his briefcase to win.

Tunney’s Take: El Grande Americano – Picture this: Chad Gable wins the AAA Mega Championship and El Grande Americano wins MITB! WHAT A SATURDAY in LA!!!

Chairshot Pick – LA Knight 4 (El Grande Americano 3, Seth Rollins 2, Solo Sikoa 2)

AJ – Becky Lynch – Sadly
Andrew – Becky Lynch – I still don’t care about Lyra.
Dave – Lyra Valkyria – Starting to warm up to her and Becky has a lot to do with that.
DJ – Lyra Valkyria
DPP – Becky Lynch
Jason – Becky Lynch
Patrick – Lyra Valkyria
Rey – Becky Lynch – Put some fire on the Irish Beef.
Rob – Becky Lynch
Greg – Becky Lynch – I don’t think you do a rematch here just to have Becky lose again. Unless Bayley shows up to help Lyra.

Tunney’s Take: Becky Lynch – A big part of me feels that winning this title checks off a major box for Becks in her HOF career.

Chairshot Pick – Becky Lynch 8-3

AJ – Cena & Paul
Andrew – Rhodes & Uso – Easy way for Cena to lose without eating the pinfall.
Dave – Rhodes & Uso – Get the QB back on the winning track.
DJ – Rhodes & Uso
DPP – Rhodes & Uso
Jason – Cena & Paul
Patrick – Cena & Paul
Rey – Rhodes & Uso – Heels usually lose these kinds of matches. Logan takes the pin.
Rob – Cena & Paul
Greg – Rhodes & Uso – I hope Jey isn’t an afterthought here like Cody was last fall when he was paired up with Roman. I think Cody pins Cena to set up Cody-Cena 2 at SummerSlam.

Tunney’s Take: Cena & Paul – I don’t think Cena is involved in another loss until he loses the WWE Championship. I also think Logan Paul is NOT done trying to capture Jey Uso’s World Heavyweight Championship. …Travis Scott in the house?

Chairshot Pick – 6-5 Rhodes & Uso

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Chairshot Staff Picks: Backlash St. Louis

Chairshot Staff picks!!!

Published

1 month ago

May 9, 2025

PC Tunney

May is upon us and with that, so is Backlash from St. Louis! What does the first PLE after WrestleMania have in store for the WWE Universe? Let’s see if the Chairshot Staff can properly interpret the crystal ball of rasslin’ future.

AJ – Pat MacAfee – Gunther has to start losing control and who better than an announcer.
Andrew – Pat MacAfee – Goldberg getting involved does seem correct here.
Dave – Gunther – He’s not losing to a broadcaster.
DJ – Gunther – Pat is sent to the shadow realm until football season is over.
DPP – Gunther – Post match beat down leads to Pat time off.
Jason – Gunther – One massive spot and or bump from Pat.
Patrick – Gunther
Rey – Gunther – RIP MacAfee, t’was a good life.
Rob – Gunther
Greg – Pat MacAfee – Why? Goooooldbeeerrrrrgggggg!

Tunney’s Take: Gunther – Seems like the right pick here. Pat may be getting some time off and Gunther needs more heat.

Chairshot Pick – GUNTHER 8-3

AJ – Lyra Valkyria – Becky’s hopefully putting her over, still mad about Dakota.
Andrew – Becky Lynch – I have no real interest in Lyra currently.
Dave – Becky Lynch – Lyra is boring AF!
DJ – Lyra Valkyria – Bayley interferes.
DPP – Becky Lynch – Becky cheats and steals the title.
Jason – Lyra Valkyria – Bayley costs Becks.
Patrick – Becky Lynch
Rey – Becky Lynch – Story needs to jump up a bit, Becky Charlotte’s Lyra.
Rob – Lyra Valkyria
Greg – Becky Lynch – It’s been fun, Lyra. (It kinda hasn’t)

Tunney’s Take: Lyra Valkyria – Bayley’s interference should set up some type of program with Becky as we head towards Summer(Slam).

Chairshot Pick – BECKY LYNCH 6-5

AJ – Jacob Fatu – Great way to put him over w/ two former WHCs and LA Knight.
Andrew – Jacob Fatu – He’s Jacob Fatu!
Dave – Jacob Fatu – Too soon to pull the belt off him.
DJ – Jacob Fatu – Priest and LA can’t decide who’s is bigger.
DPP – Jacob Fatu – Your hardcore match, tables and chairs involved.
Jason – Jacob Fatu – The Champ retains due to or in spite of Solo.
Patrick – Jacob Fatu
Rey – Jacob Fatu – All gas. No brakes. Ain’t losing.
Rob – Jacob Fatu
Greg – Jacob Fatu – Someone from The Samoan Dynasty ain’t winning a title just to drop it.

Tunney’s Take: Jacob Fatu – Uncle Mo is on Fatu’s side and other than Knight, I don’t see Drew or Priest holding the US title in the current circumstances of this title’s landscape.

Chairshot Pick – JACOB FATU 11-0

AJ – Dominic Mysterio – Judgement Day shenanigans just leading up to Finn turning on Dom later.
Andrew – Penta – Dom’s fine having a short reign, could also work for pushing AAA.
Dave – Dominic Mysterio – He’s probably more over than Penta.
DJ – Dominic Mysterio – Dirty Dom takes home the gold and the girl.
DPP – Dominic Mysterio – Big Head helps Dom pull out the win.
Jason – Dominic Mysterio – By hook and crook.
Patrick – Dominic Mysterio
Rey – Dominic Mysterio – Latino Heat keeps burning. Finn gets closer to the edge.
Rob – Dominic Mysterio
Greg – Dominic Mysterio – Someone from The Guerrero Dynasty ain’t winning a title just to drop it.

Tunney’s Take: Dominic Mysterio – That belt looks good with the king of chicken tendys. I can see Penta and Rey reforming as a tag team sooner than later.

Chairshot Pick – DOMINIC MYSTERIO 10-1

AJ – John Cena – Why? Cena wins, lol.
Andrew – John Cena – Shenanigans ensue so it’s not a clean win.
Dave – John Cena – The last time is now.
DJ – John Cena – Randy hears voices telling him he needs an Attitude Adjustment.
DPP – John Cena – Cena tries to cheat but the ref doesn’t call for a DQ.
Jason – John Cena – Nefarious means, Randy not ready for Evil John Cena.
Patrick – John Cena
Rey – John Cena – Cena just counting down the dates. Should be fun though.
Rob – John Cena
Greg – John Cena – You know they want Cody to be the hero in the end.

Tunney’s Take: Randy Orton – Once upon a time Randy got himself intentionally disqualified and it cost John. Saturday, history repeats itself with a 180-degree twist. Cena retains via Orton DQ victory. This time, Travis Scott’s appearance takes care of that task.

Chairshot Pick – JOHN CENA 10-1