What's crackin', my fellow TWFicans? (I know, that's weak, but I couldn't resist). I'm gonna hit you with another round of the LowDown, so let's go to work!
>I'm going to start by by giving you a special look at a couple of new superstars in the making that have shown up in the big leagues very recently.
*Rome is a nasty individual, to say the least. He doesn't talk a whole lot, but with what he can do in the ring, he doesn't need to. He comes to us from Iran, where he holds the middle eastern bench press record. The guy doesn't know his own strength. He's packed 265 lbs of muscle on to a frame that shouldn't hold that much weight, which might make him prone to injuries. He came to the states in search of stronger competition, but apparently hasn't been too impressed so far. That kind of thinking could get him into trouble, because the TWF has some of the best athletes in the world competing in our rings. His height might be an issue against some of the giants on Primetime, but his strength makes up for it in that respect. One thing I like about him is that he's brought back King Kong Bundy's "Five Count" demand from the old school. I've been waiting for someone to do that!
* Jason "Tiger" Oliver is a massive human being. Boy looks like a walking building. This Canadian big man comes to us from Hollywood, where he made his career as a stunt man. TWF Officials loved his size, and made him an offer. The fact that he was trained by the Brahma Bull himself, the Rock, shows in the ring. He's got the same fluid movements that Rock had, along with some of Rock's quickness, which is impressive for a man Oliver's size. He might want to hurry up and establish his own identity first, however. He doesn't want to be labeled as "Rock-lite". Some might even question his love for the mat game, because rumor has it, it took some convincing to get him to sign on with the TWF. Talking to the man himself, because I had my doubts myself, I found that to be false. He was an avid fan growing up, who's never missed a show since he first started watching it, and is dedicated to becoming one of the best we have. With his size and talent, be on the look out for this guy.
* Matt "Madik" Cruz was described by his high school wrestling coach as "a prodigy on the mat". He went undefeated as a freshman at Manual High School in east Denver and won the state championship his first time out. I was told that was the first time that happened in that schools' history. He hasn't had an easy life. While walking home from his part-time job at a local convenience store, he was shot 4 times by members of the Crips street gang who thought he was a rival gang member. Through it all, he managed to secure a full-ride scholarship to the University of Texas, where he won back to back Big 12 titles and a National Title his senior year with a record of 29-1. Looking at Cruz, with his bullet wound scars and tattoos, people right away assume "ignorant street thug". Fact is, while at Texas, he maintained a 3.8 GPA and graduated with a bachelors' degree in History. He has trouble trusting people, and hates the gang mentality, which may hurt him in the TWF because strength in numbers tends to be a major rule here. He bypassed the Olympics to be here, so you know he's committed to be here for the long run. While he was in the amatuer ranks, he dominated pretty much anyone he came up against. He won't find it that easy on Rampage, with the likes of Kurt Angle, Karam Ibrahim, Shelton Benjamin, and all the other superstars there who would love nothing better than to take this hotshot rookie down a peg or two.
>Most fans are not in favor of Shane Helms ditching his Hurricane persona, but I for one, am all for it. That character was holding him back, because not too many of his comeptitors respected him or took him seriously. And, not to sound too "Dr. Phil-ish", but I don't think he took himself too seriously in that get up either. He now can get serious about his career, and start being the great in-ring performer we all know he can be.
>Everyone knows I'm not a big Bradshaw fan, but he impressed the hell out of me, with his winning the Gauntlet match on Rampage to become the #1 contender for the King of Cable title. "The Show" Joe Corey did have an exhausted Bradshaw beat, but Nemesis screwed him over in the last match with his trusty baseball bat. Nemesis might have screwed himself, seeing as how "The Show" is running the show(no pun intended) the next three weeks.
> My informants were able to get me a copy of the infamous "Orton-Sable Encounter" and, while it's no Tommy-Pamela masterpiece, it's pretty hot. Batista is, how shall I put this?, pretty f*&ing pissed. He's not a guy you want to see pissed. I hope Orton knows what he's doing. At least Sable doesn't have any ass acne that I could see.
>Batista also got a rude awakening at TWF Main Event when he and Sable had to go up against the returning Travis Wakeman and Trish Stratus. Wakeman is in superb condition, and the knee looks to be 100%. I'm told he trained like a madman to make his return, and was glad he came back when he did. He told me he can't wait to get back into the thick of things, and make another run at the Universal Title.
> I knew when Drew Blood made his return a few months ago, he would be the TWF Champion sooner rather than later. You can just call me the Magic 8 ball of wrestling, because here we are, and he's the champ. With Big Vis and Mordecai at his side, it's going to be tough sledding taking him on. Whoever beats him will deserve to be called Champion after that. Anyone else think those three are, in some way, related to the Addams Family?
Rumors and Rantings........
>I've been in contact with some of my highly placed informants, and they tell me that at this years' Wrestlemania, some big name legends have been in talks about appearing at the show. I can't name names, because the negotiations are still in their infancy, but if it all comes to pass, it will be a historic Wrestlemania to say the least.
>My Broncos struggled towards the end of the season, but they still have a chance to make the playoffs this Sunday. Here's hoping Peyton Manning rests and gives the record books a break.
> Anyone else curious as to what went down at the dinner between Rampage Owner Stephanie McMahon and Taylor Made? I'd like to, because if there's one thing Tayolr doesn't bs about, is his female conquests. (Hope Ms. McMahon doesn't fire me for that one.)
>I'd like to ask Xzibit and West Coast Customs to Pimp My Ride, please?
>Lechuga, Lechuga!!!! (Don't worry, only about 2 or 3 people would get that joke, but at least 2 of those people would love me for it)
>How great is it that we are apart of a fed that has superior writing and awesome talent at our disposal? We don't have to rely on cheap gimmicks to mask the horrible shows that get posted. Hi-Speed? Riiiiiiiiggghhht.
Well, that's all from me this time around. Be sure to check out War in the Winter, as I'm sure it'll be kick ass, as per usual. This has been Gabe Morales, and I'll see you at ringside
