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Knocking out numbers 40 through 31 was no easy task. That’s why it was even harder to rank numbers 30 through 21. A lot of thought and consideration had to go into making sure credit was given where it was deserved and that each and every pick was justified. I don’t want to waste any more time, so let’s take a quick look at #’s 40 through 31 before we continue the countdown:
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With the exception of the inaugural Royal Rumble Match in 1988, we have grown used to the concept of 30 Superstars vying for their chance at immortality. It’s not the easiest of tasks. Think about it: You need to outlast 29 other guys and in order to do that, you have to avoid being thrown over the top rope and having both feet touch the floor. 29 other guys! That’s a lot of dudes! Let me put it into perspective because I don’t think you’re quite grasping this: Kane… one of the most dominant Superstars in WWE history has participated in 14 Royal Rumble’s… and never won.
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Albert Einstein has been quoted as saying, “The definition of ‘insanity’ is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results”. When it comes to Total Nonstop Action Wrestling, I feel like this quote applies perfectly. Three weeks into 2011, TNA has made it seem as if they are blowing the winds of change by giving Ken Anderson the TNA World Heavyweight Prop (once again, I refuse to call it a “championship” until they treat it as such). They have also brought in the internet’s resident complainer Matt Hardy. What have they done with them though? Post-Match Beatdowns and shenanigans in the Impact Zone, which was commonplace in 2010. Different players. Same game. continue reading…
