Sheamus The Great White Supremacist?

I don't think Sheamus is racist and I don't think WWE mean to portray him in that way but The Great White's current presentation has a number of unfortunate white power connotations.







Sheamus was fine as the Celtic Warrior but rather than that highlighting his proud Irish heritage WWE switched the focus to Sheamus' skin colour with the ridiculous nickname "The Great White". I know this is meant to make us think of a great white shark but when combined with other issues that's one of the last things it brings to mind. The horrible Great White t-shirt that was released didn't help as it just makes me think of the ku klux klan.
Naming a signature move "White Noise" just adds to problem.

Another problem his his use of the Celtic Cross, this wouldn't have been an issue if they had kept him as "The Celtic Warrior" but unfortunately that symbol has been adopted by a number of white power, racist and far-right groups. This is similar to the way the  swastika was used as a symbol of life, strength, and good luck for thousands of years until it was rendered unusable by the Nazis.Using the Celtic Cross and calling yourself "The Great White" changes the meaning on what should be an innocent symbol into something far more sinister.

Poor WWE probably didn't realize that a proud historic symbol had been misused in such a way but they still found a way to make it worse by giving Sheamus a shirt branding him a hooligan, just like racist East European football hooligans.

I really think that WWE need to change direction with Sheamus as soon as possible.

WWE No Way Out - Betting Guide

Disclaimer - Only gamble if it's legal for you to do so and your wife doesn't mind you losing the kids college fund. These are novelty predictions for novelty bets, I take no responsibility if you lose as a result of following my sage advice. All odds subject to change.

So what would have happened if you followed last months guide? You'd have cleaned up by only backing Big Johnny, another victory for people power!


This is one of the most unpredictable shows in some time so bet with caution

John Cena 4/6 vs The Big Show 11/10
It seems built for a Cena victory but I'm not so sure.
Remember when cage matches were supposed to stop outside interference? Well that's not the case these days and the stipulations make it near certain that Big Johnny will interfere, maybe Vince too.
If Big Johnny loses he's fired which causes a dilemma, will WWE really get rid of him at this point or will they wait to a bigger occasion like the 1000th episode or Summerslam? There was a news story of questionable credibility claiming that suggesting an upcoming change of job title for Johnny so he may lose but effectively retain his position.


Sheamus 1/3 vs Dolph Ziggler 2/1
Surely Sheamus has to win as Dolph is a last minute addition to the feud?
However many top stars are injured or suspended so it may be the prefect time to give Dolph a chance. Especially if he wins with the help of Mason Ryan. Whatever happens I think it result in a change or Direction for Ziggler

Christian 4/6 vs Cody Rhodes11/10
Without having seen Smackdown I'll say Christian is more likely to emerge victorious.

Layla 8/11 vs Beth Phoenix Evens
They won't take the belt of Layla already will they?

CM Punk 9/11 vs Daniel Bryan 2/1 vs Kane 7/2
This one is perhaps the most unpredictable as it will probably all comes down to AJ's actions.
I think Daniel Bryan and AJ are secretly back together and Bryan is using AJ to get under Kane and Punk's skin, I expect AJ will make Kane show some humanity, cause the distraction and somehow enable Daniel Bryan to win.
Surely Punk is coming to the end of his impressive reign as he's running out of opponents but will he drop the title now or at Summerslam?

Conclusion: It's a tricky one, it may even be worth sitting this one out. However I'd say do a number of small doubles using Sheamus as your banker. Maybe Sheamus and Bryan, Sheamus and Big Show and Sheamus, Christian and Layla.
Just hope that Sheamus wins!

WWE betting - Over the limit

Paddy Power are taking bets on Over the limit, here's my guide to the betting.
Disclaimer: For entertainment purposes only, I lost due to betting on Lesnar last month, I can take no responsibly on your inevitable loss and subsequent selling of your family home.


Betting on wrestling still seems strange, I'm not even sure it's a good idea due to the high number of swerves and unclean finishes. I can almost guarantee that this PPV will have at least one match decided by a run-in.


All odds from Wednesday morning, they will change

World Heavyweight championship
Sheamus 5/4
Alberto Del Rio 11/5
Randy Orton 10/3
Chris Jericho 7/2

Verdict - Sheamus seems favourite and for good reason, however his latest title run has been far from spectacular so I'd place a small wager on Orton.

Pre-Show
Zack Ryder 11/4
Kane 2/9

Verdict: I wouldn't bother betting on this one, however as this is on youtube there is some value to be had with Ryder as WWE may want a face to win.

Cena vs Johnny
John Cena 5/6
John Laurinaitis 5/6

Verdict - People power!
Put big money on big Johnny as it seems likely that Big Show will interfere on his behalf. There's even a chance Brock will attack Cena. Even Cena will struggle to overcome these odds.



Tag Team Championship
Kofi Kingston & R-Truth 4/9
Jack Swagger & Dolph Ziggler 13/8

Verdict - Kofi and Truth seem a safe bet at first glance but Mason Ryan has been acting as Ziggler's bodyguard at house shows.
As Abe has be trying to sign Ryan it would be an interesting swerve if Vickie signs him first.

WWE Championship

CM Punk 4/7
Daniel Bryan5/4

Verdict - Once again there's an x-factor, this time in the appealing form of AJ. She's clearly crazy and is likely to get involved but the question is who would she try and help?
I wouldn't bet on Punk but Bryan would be a good outside bet.


Divas Championship
Layla 5/6
Beth Phoenix 5/6

Verdict - No idea, Layla is just back though so I'd go for her

Conclusion - I'd forget the other matches and just back Laurinaitis.
However Orton, Ryder and Bryan are good outside bets.

Worst Wrestling Shirts Ever?

There's yet another unofficial t-shirt store opened (that redbubble one is still the best) that has started selling what they think are the worst wrestling shirts ever.

Link: 
Worst Wrestling Shirts Ever

Personally I think they are being a little hard on themselves, sure the Sheamus "18 seconds one" is awful and nobody wants a "Bork Lesnar" shirt but I actually like the Chris Jericho inspired "Armbar!" & Ask Him!" shirts, the green mist one is cool and even "Rice Flair" isn't too bad.

The thing is they have an excuse, I'm guessing it's one geek in their bedroom trying to earn some extra cash but WWE are wrestling empire with a huge department dedicated to making and producing merchandise but still these managed to get through Focus Groups.

You can almost imagine Vince McMahon stating that he loves Ass related t-shirts, how else would you explain these:

Poor WWE thought they'd make a fortune from HLA, they didn't

At least they had the good sense to pull the true Sin Cara penis shirt before it went on sale, that really was the worst wrestling shirt ever.

Finally...The Rock had a terrible shirt