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WWE.com, in conjunction with The Academy of Wrestling Arts & Sciences (AWAS), ranks the Top 25 Superstars in wrestling each week with POWER 25. The rankings are based on victories, quality of opponents, momentum and overall in-ring dominance, as well as intangibles. Be sure to check back every Saturday for the latest POWER 25. Here are the rankings for March 1:
Also, find out what the number next to the Superstar name means. Continue...
| This Week | Movement | Superstar | Last Week |
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UNDERTAKER (18) The Deadman had heard enough. After listening to Edge claim not to be scared to meet him at WrestleMania XXIV, Taker sent a message by disposing of Edge's co-horts, Curt Hawkins & Zack Ryder. Be afraid. |
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Regardless of how fearful or not he may be of Undertaker, the Ultimate Opportunist is still the one clutching the World Heavyweight Championship. But for how long? |
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TRIPLE H (1) After teaming with John Cena in a Tag Team match, The Game made it clear it will be every man for himself when the two meet Randy Orton in a Triple Threat Match at WrestleMania XXIV. |
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The Intercontinental Champion slipped a notch this week after falling to Chris Jericho in a Money in the Bank Qualifying Match. |
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The Animal clawed his way up one spot on the P25 this week after pinning The Great Khali in a Tag Team match. |
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The WWE Champion has his hands full trying to fend off both Triple H and John Cena. The two former champions both seem determined to wrap the belt around their waist again. |
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The Straightedge Superstar looks hungry to reclaim the ECW Championship, having defeated both Shelton Benjamin and Elijah Burke in a Triple Threat Match to earn an opportunity at the title. |
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The Showstopper gave an encore performance Monday night when he doled out Sweet Chin Music to his opponent Lance Cade and his tag partner Trevor Murdoch. |
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Mr. "You Can't See Me" might wish he had eyes in the back of his head when he faces off in a Triple Threat Match against Triple H and Randy Orton for the WWE Championship. |
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Have you seen this man's child? If JBL is to be believed, then the Irishman is the true father of Hornswoggle and knew the whole time. If true, Finlay better watch out for revenge from Mr. McMahon. |
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This week Maria announced that she and Candice will team up against The Glamazon & Melina in a BunnyMania Match at WrestleMania XXIV. We can't wait! |
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Mr. Kennedy hopes to make himself a two-term Mr. Money in the Bank after qualifying for this year's bout at WrestleMania XXIV. |
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The current ECW Champion looked on as his rival CM Punk defeated both Elijah Burke and Shelton Benjamin in a Triple Threat Match to earn an opportunity to reclaim the title. |
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Y2J climbed three rungs up the P25 ladder after grounding Jeff Hardy in a Money in the Bank Qualifying Match. |
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The Big Red Monster climbed a spot on the P25 after teaming with Batista to crush their opponents, Great Khali & MVP. |
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Team Vanity needs to take a good, long look in the mirror. The WWE Tag Team Champions dropped a non-title match to Tommy Dreamer and, yes, Colin Delaney. |
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Be careful what you wish for. The 16-time World Champion implored his friend, Shawn Michaels, to accept his challenge to a match a WrestleMania XXIV that could end the Nature Boy's career. |
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The Straight Up Baller teamed with The Great Khali in a Tag Team match against Batista & Kane. Unfortunately for MVP, his too tall teammate succumbed to The Animal's power. |
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Balls? What balls? BDV squashed "Balls" Mahoney this week before having to contend with an Undertaker on a rampage. |
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The Samoan Bulldozer rolled over DH Smith on the Road to WrestleMania, where he will represent his brand, Raw. |
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After teaming with Kelly Kelly to defeat Santino Marella & Layla, the Jamaican Superstar keeps rising up the P25 like a cloud of smoke. |
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He's back, and he's badder than ever. The former WWE Champion may have lost more than 100 pounds, but he hasn't lost his skills. |
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| 23 |
The Gold Standard continues to shine. This week, in a Triple Threat Match with CM Punk and Elijah Burke, Goldie failed to score the win, but did manage to escape Punk's pin. |
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Has the Texas businessman been guzzling his "virility drink," Mamajuana Energy? After all, he's not only stiffened his position on the P25, he's actually risen a notch. |
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The reigning World Tag Team Champions proved why they hold the gold in a non-title Tag Team Match against Carlito & Santino Marella. |
NR |
Do You Agree?
WHAT YOU'RE SAYING
"What's with the one member not voting for Undertaker at No. 1? The Deadman rules the P25 this week." - Steve
The Academy replies: Don't worry, he's still No. 1. And 18/19 is not too shabby at all.
"Colin Delaney! Colin Delaney! Where's the love?" - Laura
The Academy replies: He is starting to make his case. Next on the to-do list, win the WWE Tag Team Championship!
"Maria should be on there. Her Playboy shoot should be enough to make her No. 1." - Carl
The Academy replies: She did bring in some votes, but just not enough yet. Her efforts in the ring might be enough to get her on the P25 by WrestleMania.
FAREWELL
The following Superstar(s) failed to maintain their position on the P25 this week:
Rey Mysterio – The Master of the 619 dropped off the P25 after suffering a biceps injury. But don't expect to keep Mysterio grounded for long.
Hornswoggle – Hornswoggle also suffered a drop from the P25 due to an injury. But don't worry; the little guy has a way of sneaking his way back into things.
OTHERS EARNING VOTES
The following Superstar(s) also received votes from members of the Academy:
Jesse & Festus - After a win over the WWE Tag Team Champions, the biscuit-loving duo is closing in on a spot on the P25.
Stevie Richards - He's been on a roll lately, and not even throat surgery has stopped him from overcoming adversity. It's not likely to stop him from the P25 either.