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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 May 5:
Also, find out what the number next to the Superstar name means. Continue...
| This Week | Movement | Superstar | Last Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
JOHN CENA (16) The Champ climbs to the top of the P25 mountain this week. Will The Great Khali’s attack slow him down? |
3 | |
| 2 |
UNDERTAKER (3) The Last Man Standing Match at Backlash left fans gasping for air and both Undertaker and Batista sprawled out. Can The Phenom tame The Animal next week on SmackDown? |
1 | |
| 3 |
The former ECW World Champion took a beating from the McMahons and Umaga at Backlash. Can even a rotator cuff injury stop this powerhouse? |
2 | |
| 4 | 4 | ||
| 5 |
The Animal literally went through the floor with Undertaker at Backlash. Can he reclaim his title in a steel cage on SmackDown? |
5 | |
| 6 | 6 | ||
| 7 |
The Rabid Wolverine was out of action this week. Will Benoit be back next week, looking to face MVP? |
7 | |
| 8 |
Mr. Money in the Bank won’t cash his title opportunity in until WrestleMania 24. What does the mic-toting Superstar have planned for the rest of the Road to WrestleMania? |
8 | |
| 9 |
This monstrous Superstar has an attitude to match. After taking out Shawn Michaels, Edge and Randy Orton on Raw, Khali decimated John Cena! |
10 | |
| 10 |
One drinks blood and the other isn’t a drinker. When Kevin Thorn met CM Punk in the ring, Punk gave the vampire a straightedge beat down. |
9 | |
| 11 |
Maybe none of our fans could understand what Umaga said in his post-match comments on Raw, but he certainly sent a message when he took care of Rob Van Dam in the ring. |
11 | |
| 12 |
This high-flying ECW Superstar really put in a great performance against the Samoan Bulldozer, but Umaga stood tall at the conclusion of their match. |
13 | |
| 13 |
The Rated-R Superstar conquered his former tag team partner Randy Orton on Raw. Important wins like this might help Edge reach his goal of being WWE Champion. |
14 | |
| 14 |
This week, MVP defeated Kane on SmackDown. Can one of the cockiest Superstars in sports-entertainment put his money where his mouth is? |
15 | |
| 15 |
The Big Red Monster was red with rage after Regal & Taylor interfered in his match with MVP. Does Kane have his dual-colored eyes set on MVP? |
12 | |
| 16 |
The Women’s Champion retained her title at Backlash against Mickie James. On Raw, Melina teamed with Victoria but couldn’t defeat the team of Mickie & Candice Michelle. |
16 | |
| 17 | 18 | ||
| 18 |
The Chairman is now the ECW World Champion. Does Mr. McMahon have other titles he wants to add to his impressive list? |
NR | |
| 19 |
This powerful Superstar fell to his former partner Edge on Raw. As a third-generation Superstar, Orton is mostly likely taking this loss to heart. |
17 | |
| 20 |
London & Kendrick are on a quest to win back their WWE Tag Team Championships from Deuce & Domino. When will this rivalry come to a head? |
21 | |
| 21 |
Snitsky wasn't in the ring this week, but the ECW roster better be on their guard when he returns. |
19 | |
| 22 |
Are Cade & Murdoch changing their ways? After losing to The Hardys at Backlash, this pair had nothing but nice things to say about Jeff on Raw. |
20 | |
| 23 |
This pit dweller climbed out of his hole for long enough to defeat William Regal by disqualification. Will Boogeyman continue to climb the ranks of the P25? |
24 | |
| 24 |
The fighting Irishman defeated The Miz with an assist from Hornswoggle. With the popularity of the little guy, maybe Hornswoggle should have his own reality show: Hornswoggle Knows Best! |
NR | |
| 25 |
The Veteran “Nature Boy” was attacked by his partner Carlito on Raw. What is next for the “Dirtiest Player in the Game?” |
22 |
Do You Agree?
WHAT YOU'RE SAYING
"Mr. McMahon debuting at No. 18? I know he won the gold, but come on! The Intercontinental Champion didn't get that treatment." - Kevin
The Academy replies: Mr. McMahon is now the face of ECW and who will argue otherwise? Also remember, he is the boss.
"How is Bobby Lashley able to cling to the top three after Backlash?" - Ken
The Academy replies: It took more than Mr. McMahon to beat the former ECW World Champion. For the moment, he is still worthy of the No. 3 spot.
"Undertaker should still be No. 1. He retained his title on Sunday." - Leah
The Academy replies: He did, but John Cena defeated three Superstars to retain his gold. For this week, it is impossible to deny the WWE Champion that top spot.
FAREWELL...
The following Superstar(s) failed to maintain their spot on the POWER 25 this week:
Elijah Burke - Sorry Elijah, you will now be experiencing life off of the P25.
Carlito - Carlito turned on Ric Flair this week and pays for it by dropping off the P25.
OTHERS EARNING VOTES...
The following Superstar(s) also received votes from members of the Academy:
Jimmy Wang Yang - Keep an eye on this contradiction in terms. Will Yang make the P25 next week?
The Major Brothers - The Major Brothers defeated Matt Striker & Marcus Cor Von in their ECW debut. If they can keep this pace up they will be on the P25 in no time!