Bad Blood June 13th 2004 - Page 7

**Joe Kerr** · 06-13-2004, 01:21 PM

Shawn Michaels and Triple H were once the best of friends. As members of the rebel faction D-Generation X, HBK and The Game ruled WWE. Then, injury stole Michaels from the sports entertainment business. With HBK sidelined for the better part of four years, Triple H set out to make a name for himself on his own. En route to becoming a main eventer, Triple H destroyed Michaels' character at any chance he could, thinking he would never have to deal with HBK again.

Then in 2002, Michaels miraculously returned to WWE. His first target - Triple H. The rest has been history. In fact, it may even be history's greatest rivalry, as these two RAW Superstars have not only competed nearly every type of match imaginable, they have even traded World Heavyweight Championship victories.

Now on June 13, live on pay-per-view, Shawn Michaels and Triple H look to settle their score once and for all in the most unforgiving match imaginable, the Hell in a Cell Match.

Since winning the Royal Rumble in January, Chris Benoit has been on the biggest roll of his career. He successfully forced both Triple H and Shawn Michaels to tap out, in addition to capturing the World Tag Team Championship with partner Edge. Clearly, momentum is on Chris Benoit's side.

That momentum, however, may come to a crashing halt on Sunday, June 13, when Benoit puts his World Heavyweight Championship on the line against the monster Kane. The Big Red Machine recently won a 20-man, over-the-top-rope battle royal to become the No. 1 contender to Benoit's title.

A reign as World Champion is not something Kane is a stranger to. The question is whether the former WWE Champion can stop Benoit's amazing ride at the top at Bad Blood. Order the pay-per-view to find out.

Shelton Benjamin has been on a roll since arriving on RAW. The former University of Minnesota amateur wrestling star has had Evolution's number, scoring victories over Triple H, on more than one occasion, as well as over Ric Flair.

Meanwhile, Randy Orton has been on a roll of his own. The third-generation Superstar took on the name "Legend Killer" after his was able to embarrass or defeat, or both, several Hall of Famers and future Hall of Famers, everyone from Fabulous Moolah and Sgt. Slaughter to Mick Foley and Harley Race.

Orton believes that Benjamin isn't even in his league because Benjamin is not a legend. But Benjamin was able to defeat Orton on RAW and earn a shot at the Intercontinental Championship on Sunday, June 13 at Bad Blood. Which of these young Superstars will keep their momentum going?

Women's Champion Victoria had been preparing for a Bad Blood title defense against No. 1 challenger Gail Kim. Unfortunately for both combatants, General Manager Eric Bischoff made the situation much more complicated this past week on RAW.

In the GM's eyes, Lita earned her way into the title match when she DDT'd her way to an upset victory over Gail Kim on Monday night. Things didn't end there when Trish talked her way into the match thanks to a recent win over Lita.

It might be unclear who the "true" No. 1 contender is come Sunday's pay-per-view event, but it's assured that Victoria will now have to fight off three top-quality foes - and if she's able to deliver the Widow's Peak, it probably won't matter who's on the receiving end.

Christian and Trish Stratus have had a problem with Chris Jericho for months. The only way to rid themselves of their problem, they feel, was to hire a problem solver. They did just that when they started walking around with the mammoth Tyson Tomko, aka the Problem Solver.

Since Tomko has been by the side of both Christian and Trish, he has managed to decimate Jericho at every chance given, including sending him through the announce table several weeks ago on Monday Night RAW. Unbelievably, however, Y2J refuses to sit home and convalesce his injuries. Rather, he keeps going at Tomko, looking for revenge. Jericho may gain his ultimate revenge this Sunday on pay-per-view when he battles the Problem Solver one on one.

Chris Benoit is not only involved in the World Heavyweight Championship match at Bad Blood, he is also going for the World Tag Team Championship with his partner Edge. Can the former champs overcome their recent differences to compete as a cohesive unit? Find out this Sunday as the challenge La Resistance at Bad Blood.

Judging by fan reaction from arenas across the country, everyone seems to love Eugene ... everyone except for Jonathan Coachman.

Under the tutelage of William Regal, Eugene is undefeated on Monday Night RAW. Coachman boasts a perfect record in pay-per-view events. Someone's streak will have to end at Bad Blood. Order the pay-per-view event to find out who it will be.

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Common sense would indicate that Shelton Benjamin is going over Randy Orton, since Benjamin lost to Batista on RAW. It is also believed that dropping the title could be a huge boost for Orton. The only thing that could potentially change such an obvious finish is that Benjamin did not catch on as well as expected since his push began.

One has to expect the Benoit/Edge feud will once again be teased in their match on Sunday.

A lot of wrestlers are looking forward to Tomko's match against Jericho. Not only has the Jericho/Trish/Christian/Tomko storyline been a huge part of RAW for a long time, but Tomko's reputation and future with the company will largely be based off this match.

Regardless of the outcome, the HBK vs. HHH Cell match will be the typical bloodbath that's come to be expected from all such matches. Although a definite finish is not readily obvious. Being that HBK has to leve I see him losing.

It'll be interesting to see Tyson Tomko finally wrestle. Unfortunatly wrestlers debute matchs they usually go over. I just want this Trish thing to end with Jericho so he can move up in the cards.

Benoit's expected to beat Kane tomorrow, setting up either Benoit vs. Edge (or possibly Benoit vs. HHH) at Vengeance. The "wrestling two matches" angle is designed to make Benoit seem to be the underdog, only for him to escape with a win.

06-13-2004, 01:21 PM	#1
Joe Kerr my other rides your mom Posts: 6,346	Bad Blood June 13th 2004 Shawn Michaels and Triple H were once the best of friends. As members of the rebel faction D-Generation X, HBK and The Game ruled WWE. Then, injury stole Michaels from the sports entertainment business. With HBK sidelined for the better part of four years, Triple H set out to make a name for himself on his own. En route to becoming a main eventer, Triple H destroyed Michaels' character at any chance he could, thinking he would never have to deal with HBK again. Then in 2002, Michaels miraculously returned to WWE. His first target - Triple H. The rest has been history. In fact, it may even be history's greatest rivalry, as these two RAW Superstars have not only competed nearly every type of match imaginable, they have even traded World Heavyweight Championship victories. Now on June 13, live on pay-per-view, Shawn Michaels and Triple H look to settle their score once and for all in the most unforgiving match imaginable, the Hell in a Cell Match. Since winning the Royal Rumble in January, Chris Benoit has been on the biggest roll of his career. He successfully forced both Triple H and Shawn Michaels to tap out, in addition to capturing the World Tag Team Championship with partner Edge. Clearly, momentum is on Chris Benoit's side. That momentum, however, may come to a crashing halt on Sunday, June 13, when Benoit puts his World Heavyweight Championship on the line against the monster Kane. The Big Red Machine recently won a 20-man, over-the-top-rope battle royal to become the No. 1 contender to Benoit's title. A reign as World Champion is not something Kane is a stranger to. The question is whether the former WWE Champion can stop Benoit's amazing ride at the top at Bad Blood. Order the pay-per-view to find out. Shelton Benjamin has been on a roll since arriving on RAW. The former University of Minnesota amateur wrestling star has had Evolution's number, scoring victories over Triple H, on more than one occasion, as well as over Ric Flair. Meanwhile, Randy Orton has been on a roll of his own. The third-generation Superstar took on the name "Legend Killer" after his was able to embarrass or defeat, or both, several Hall of Famers and future Hall of Famers, everyone from Fabulous Moolah and Sgt. Slaughter to Mick Foley and Harley Race. Orton believes that Benjamin isn't even in his league because Benjamin is not a legend. But Benjamin was able to defeat Orton on RAW and earn a shot at the Intercontinental Championship on Sunday, June 13 at Bad Blood. Which of these young Superstars will keep their momentum going? Women's Champion Victoria had been preparing for a Bad Blood title defense against No. 1 challenger Gail Kim. Unfortunately for both combatants, General Manager Eric Bischoff made the situation much more complicated this past week on RAW. In the GM's eyes, Lita earned her way into the title match when she DDT'd her way to an upset victory over Gail Kim on Monday night. Things didn't end there when Trish talked her way into the match thanks to a recent win over Lita. It might be unclear who the "true" No. 1 contender is come Sunday's pay-per-view event, but it's assured that Victoria will now have to fight off three top-quality foes - and if she's able to deliver the Widow's Peak, it probably won't matter who's on the receiving end. Christian and Trish Stratus have had a problem with Chris Jericho for months. The only way to rid themselves of their problem, they feel, was to hire a problem solver. They did just that when they started walking around with the mammoth Tyson Tomko, aka the Problem Solver. Since Tomko has been by the side of both Christian and Trish, he has managed to decimate Jericho at every chance given, including sending him through the announce table several weeks ago on Monday Night RAW. Unbelievably, however, Y2J refuses to sit home and convalesce his injuries. Rather, he keeps going at Tomko, looking for revenge. Jericho may gain his ultimate revenge this Sunday on pay-per-view when he battles the Problem Solver one on one. Chris Benoit is not only involved in the World Heavyweight Championship match at Bad Blood, he is also going for the World Tag Team Championship with his partner Edge. Can the former champs overcome their recent differences to compete as a cohesive unit? Find out this Sunday as the challenge La Resistance at Bad Blood. Judging by fan reaction from arenas across the country, everyone seems to love Eugene ... everyone except for Jonathan Coachman. Under the tutelage of William Regal, Eugene is undefeated on Monday Night RAW. Coachman boasts a perfect record in pay-per-view events. Someone's streak will have to end at Bad Blood. Order the pay-per-view event to find out who it will be. ******************************************* Common sense would indicate that Shelton Benjamin is going over Randy Orton, since Benjamin lost to Batista on RAW. It is also believed that dropping the title could be a huge boost for Orton. The only thing that could potentially change such an obvious finish is that Benjamin did not catch on as well as expected since his push began. One has to expect the Benoit/Edge feud will once again be teased in their match on Sunday. A lot of wrestlers are looking forward to Tomko's match against Jericho. Not only has the Jericho/Trish/Christian/Tomko storyline been a huge part of RAW for a long time, but Tomko's reputation and future with the company will largely be based off this match. Regardless of the outcome, the HBK vs. HHH Cell match will be the typical bloodbath that's come to be expected from all such matches. Although a definite finish is not readily obvious. Being that HBK has to leve I see him losing. It'll be interesting to see Tyson Tomko finally wrestle. Unfortunatly wrestlers debute matchs they usually go over. I just want this Trish thing to end with Jericho so he can move up in the cards. Benoit's expected to beat Kane tomorrow, setting up either Benoit vs. Edge (or possibly Benoit vs. HHH) at Vengeance. The "wrestling two matches" angle is designed to make Benoit seem to be the underdog, only for him to escape with a win.