My Wrestlemania Predictions

It's time for the grandaddy of them all....the biggest wrestling show on Earth is here, and I can hardly wait! Even though I have been disappointed with the promotion for this year's event, I'm still fully in the grip of wrestling fever. The card is really good, and we should be in for some great matches. Here are my predictions, match by match:

Rey Mysterio vs. JBL (Intercontinental Championship)
If at all there's anything interesting to look forward to in this match (not that the match will be bad), it's what JBL's "historic Wrestlemania moment" will be. Word has it that JBL will win and be the first to retire as IC Champ. It would be convenient, as a space at the announcing table is empty with Tazz's departure. I pick JBL for the win.

CM Punk vs. Kofi Kingston vs. Mark Henry vs. Kane vs. MVP vs. Shelton Benjamin vs. Christian vs. Finlay (Money In The Bank Ladder Match)
I think we can safely rule out Kofi, Finlay, Mark Henry and Kane as winners. Punk has received no focus whatsoever in the past week or two. I think a strong case could be made for either Christian, MVP or Shelton Benjamin. Christian certainly deserves a shot after all his years of work. It's also about time MVP is elevated to the main event scene. Benjamin is a guy who's been on the fringes for years, but I think he's shown us his best work this past year, and this could be his breakout moment. It's a very close call, and if I have to pick one, I'd say Christian.

Chris Jericho vs. Jimmy Snuka/Ricky Steamboat/"Rowdy" Roddy Piper
Obviously, this match rests largely on the very capable shoulders of Chris Jericho, and I fully expect him to deliver. But I still can't think of this match without feeling a twinge of sadness at what might have been if Austin had been able to wrestle. I suspect it'll come down to Jericho and Steamboat, with Snuka going out first, followed by Piper. I think Jericho wins, but as usual proceeds to do the humiliating beatdown. I'm hoping beyond hope that will lead to glass shattering, some stunners and a beer bash in the ring with lots of legends. I hope it's not wishful thinking...

Carlito and Primo vs. John Morrison and The Miz (Tag Team Championship Unification Lumberjack Match)
These two teams have great chemistry in the ring, and this should be a really fun match to watch. The lumerjacks, not to mention the lovely Bella twins, should spice up this match. Both teams are deserving, but since its Wrestlemania, I'll go with the faces: Carlito and Primo.

25-Diva 'Miss Wrestlemania' Battle Royal
This one's going to be a feast for the eye, and the....er, other eye. I don't really care who wins. Let's see....I'll say Melina just for the heck of it.

Matt Hardy vs. Jeff Hardy (Extreme Rules Match)
Oh, what a monumental disappointment the layout of this feud has been. There's no question that these two will deliver in the ring, but the fantasies I was having of this rivalry equalling Bret-Owen can be laughed off. It's sad that they made this a gimmick match, which means the feud isn't going to last very long. Jeff Hardy wins, in my opinion.

John Cena vs. Big Show vs. Edge (World Heavyweight Championship)
Another match that's bound to be great, with three guys who play their parts perfectly. I really want Edge to retain, or maybe even a Big Show, but I think WWE all but confirmed Cena's victory when Big Show beat him cleanly on RAW, and Edge proceeded to beat the hell out of him after the match. Not to mention the fact that he didn't even appear on Smackdown...

Shawn Michaels vs. The Undertaker
I think pretty much everyone's expecting this to be the Match of the Night, and it could easily be a Match of the Year candidate. The Showstopper vs. The Phenom. There's no chance in hell (or heaven) that HBK will break the streak, though. The Deadman wins.

Randy Orton vs. Triple H (WWE Championship)
The entire execution of this feud has been brilliant, and the buildup has been really memorable. Randy Orton's the hottest thing in pro wrestling right now, and we all know how good Triple H is. I'm expecting this match to be really good, with involvement from the McMahons and Legacy. Logically, I guess Triple H would win, but I could really see Randy Orton winning. That would be a Wrestlemania moment and an ideal announcement of WWE's new face. My head says Triple H, my heart says Orton. Hell, Wrestlemania is all about passion and emotion, so I'm going to pick Randy Orton here.