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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 September 6:
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| This Week | Movement | Superstar | Last Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
TRIPLE H (13) After seemingly being the only man on Triple H's side, Jeff Hardy played The Game when the WWE Champion was laid out by a Twist of Fate just days before Unforgiven's WWE Championship Scramble. |
1 | |
| 2 |
UNDERTAKER (5) The Deadman has let Vickie Guerrero know what he's after, and it seems as if time is drawing thin. Undertaker will have to watch out, though, as the SmackDown GM will do anything to thwart The Phenom's actions. |
3 | |
| 3 |
MATT HARDY (1) Matt Hardy has been on fire as of late, and it seems to be all at the expense of the ECW Champion. Mark Henry has to watch out since Hardy could use his momentum and walk out as ECW Champion on Sunday. |
5 | |
| 4 |
On Raw, The Animal was the first one eliminated in the Battle Royal preview for the World Heavyweight Championship Scramble Match. Batista is surely hoping for a better result at Unforgiven. |
2 | |
| 5 |
The World Heavyweight Champion proved that he was a force to be reckoned with in Raw's Battle Royal, but the odds may be stacked too high against him in Unforgiven's World Heavyweight Championship Match. |
4 | |
| 6 |
The World's Strongest Champion has his most Extreme challenge to date on Sunday, and after the beating he took on Tuesday, the ECW Championship Scramble may be the end of Mark Henry's reign. |
6 | |
| 7 |
This Sunday is another chapter in the war that has been waging between Chris Jericho and Shawn Michaels for the last few months, and at Unforgiven, it might prove to be the final chapter. |
8 | |
| 8 |
The Big Red Machine certainly made his case on Raw by eliminating CM Punk to win the World Heavyweight Championship Scramble preview Battle Royal on Raw, but it was Rey Mysterio who stood tall. |
10 | |
| 9 |
The Moscow Mauler stated that he wants better competition and almost got more than he bargained for in Big Show, but Vickie Guerrero quickly put a stop to it before the two behemoths collided. |
9 | |
| 10 |
Triple H has been a thorn in the Punjabi Giant's side and on SmackDown he proved that he can beat him again. Khali needs to subdue The Game if he wants to turn things around anytime soon. |
7 | |
| 11 |
The Legend Thriller may have lost to The Brian Kendrick on SmackDown, but was able to get the last laugh overall after nailing Triple H with a Twist of Fate after his match against The Great Khali on SmackDown. |
12 | |
| 12 |
We don't know how The World's Largest Athlete was overlooked as a contender for the WWE Championship Scramble, but he is hell-bent on making sure that he is never forsaken again. |
11 | |
| 13 |
Charlie Haas may have been dressed like John Cena, but he sure didn't wrestle like him. Kofi Kingston used his impressive agility and unorthodox style to lay out Haas with the Trouble in Paradise. |
14 | |
| 14 |
Randy Orton's little pep talk on Raw seems to have lit a fire under the World Tag Team Champions as they took their titles back from Cryme Tyme Monday night. It seems they may be back on the track to greatness. |
15 | |
| 15 |
MVP didn't live up to his name on Friday as he lost to United States Champion Shelton Benjamin on SmackDown. The Ballin' Superstar will have to bring his A-game if he wants to win the WWE Title on Sunday. |
13 | |
| 16 |
Somehow, Santino Marella has surprised us and come out on top against some tough competition. He still has a ways to go, though, before he can even think about beating Honky Tonk Man's record. |
19 | |
| 17 |
The Brian Kendrick certainly gained momentum heading into the WWE Championship Scramble this Sunday as he defeated Jeff Hardy in a one-on-one match-up on SmackDown. |
20 | |
| 18 |
Due to a lack of in-ring action, Natalya drops two spots this week. The young Diva needs to get back in the ring next week if she wants to keep her spot on the P25 and earn another Divas Title Match. |
16 | |
| 19 |
In a surprising return, Candice Michelle pinned the Women's Champion in the Six-Diva Tag Team Match on Raw. Now, The Glamazon has to worry about both Candice and Mickie James coming for her gold. |
17 | |
| 20 | 22 | ||
| 21 |
With the returning Candice Michelle in her corner, Mickie James was on the winning side of the Six-Diva Tag Team Match on Raw. The question now is: When will Mickie look to regain the Women's Championship? |
21 | |
| 22 |
"The Dirt Sheet" stars fall to 22 after one of the worst weeks of both their careers. If The Miz is able to turn things around with an ECW Title win on Sunday, things could suddenly look up for the duo. |
18 | |
| 23 |
Maryse has been on a roll in recent weeks which has lead her to a Diva's Championship opportunity at Unforgiven. Michelle McCool will certainly have her hands full as Maryse vies for gold. |
23 | |
| 24 |
For the second week in a row, R-Truth has impressed us at the Academy, and now he makes his debut on the P25. R-Truth's in-ring prowess could have him skyrocketing up the list in no time. |
NR | |
| 25 |
The Master of the 619 finally returned to Raw and went immediately after Kane. This certainly proves that Rey is ready for the World Heavyweight Championship Scramble this Sunday. |
NR |
Do You Agree?
WHAT YOU'RE SAYING
"It's ridiculous that Matt Hardy is so far above the World's Strongest Champion." - Bernie
The Academy replies: Hardy's on fire going into the ECW Championship Scramble. If Henry overcomes four opponents, though, I think you'll be happy with his ranking.
"For once, I agree with Orton. Santino's a weak champion. Get him off the P25!" - Gene
The Academy replies: Off the P25? He's found a way to win and stay on top as Intercontinental Champion. Sorry, but Marella's not going anywhere but up.
"You should do an all Divas P25. Or P17, maybe." - Zack
The Academy replies: That's a great idea, but I think the Superstars would be in the Academy's office if every single one of them dropped off. And we don't pretend to think we can handle that.
FAREWELL
The following Superstar(s) failed to maintain their position on the P25 this week:
Kelly Kelly – Unfortunately for Kelly Kelly, she is unable to keep her spot this week after the return of Rey Mysterio and the impressive debut of R-Truth.
Hawkins & Ryder – The WWE Tag Team Champions bid farewell to the P25 after sitting out of action. Perhaps after they tend to the wounds they sustained by Big Show's wrath, they'll be able to mount a return.
OTHERS EARNING VOTES
The following Superstar(s) also received votes from members of The Academy:
Candice Michelle – The impressive return of the former Women's Champion certainly has the Academy buzzing.
Ricky Ortiz – 5-0 is an incredible record leaving us ready to wave our Ricky O. Rally Towels and welcome Ortiz to the P25 sooner rather than later.
Brie Bella – With two wins over one of SmackDown’s most decorated Divas, Victoria, Brie Bella has the attention of those in the Academy.