The following Superstar(s) failed to maintain their position on the P25 this week:
Jamie Noble - Without any competition to make an impression for Michelle McCool, the former Cruiserweight Champion drops off the P25.
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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 January 5:
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| This Week | Movement | Superstar | Last Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
JEFF HARDY (17) The POWER25’s No. 1 Superstar continues his hot streak, but was a bit rattled by Randy Orton’s attack on his brother, Matt. How will Hardy respond next week? |
1 | |
| 2 |
CM PUNK (2) The ECW Champion fought back a challenge from Chavo Guerrero, thwarting a future title opportunity for Chavo with a count-out victory. |
3 | |
| 3 |
The Animal was frustrated after failing to “beat the clock” on SmackDown to earn a World Heavyweight Championship opportunity, falling to Zack Ryder and Curt Hawkins in a Handicap Match. |
2 | |
| 4 |
Just as he did to Cody Rhodes and John Cena in recent months, the WWE Champion cranked up his rivalry with Jeff Hardy when he attacked Hardy’s family – namely his brother, Matt. |
4 | |
| 5 |
With a little help from The Undertaker, the former World Champion “beat the clock” by defeating the current World Champion, Edge, earning a title match at the Royal Rumble. |
6 | |
| 6 |
The Game nearly ended the career of best friend Ric Flair on Raw, but William Regal’s attack disqualified Triple H, causing him to lose a chance to participate in the Royal Rumble Match. |
5 | |
| 7 |
The Deadman nearly set the best time in the Beat the Clock Challenge, but special guest referee Matt Striker refused to count to three for the winning pinfall as time expired. |
7 | |
| 8 |
The World Heavyweight Champion was defeated by Rey Mysterio on SmackDown. The two will have a return match at Royal Rumble, with the title on the line. |
8 | |
| 9 |
The Showstopper saw his run of success against Mr. Kennedy come to an end on Raw, as the Green Bay gladiator knocked off HBK to end 2007. |
9 | |
| 10 |
The Glamazon cracks the Top 10 in the P25 after her Triple Threat victory over Mickie James and Melina. It’s the highest position for a Women’s Champion on the P25 in recent memory. |
12 | |
| 11 |
The Shaman of Sexy had his hands full in a Six-Man Tag Team Match this week on ECW on Sci Fi, as he, Miz & Layla were defeated by Shannon Moore, Jimmy Wang Yang & Kelly Kelly. |
10 | |
| 12 |
The gargantuan ECW Superstar notched another win on ECW on Sci Fi. Can anyone stop this monster? |
13 | |
| 13 |
The Big Red Machine was out of action this week, but sources in the locker room saw Kane watching Big Daddy V and Mark Henry’s matches with great interest. |
11 | |
| 14 |
The Irishman continues to get help from his friend, Hornswoggle. This time, a win over the United States Champion MVP was the result of the leprechaun’s shillelagh shenanigans. |
16 | |
| 15 |
The United States Champion was fuming after his loss to Finlay. He was overheard saying he wanted a bigger trophy on his mantle … perhaps the Nature Boy’s career? |
15 | |
| 16 |
He promised to beat HBK by the end of 2007, and with just hours left in the year, the Green Bay, Wis., native delivered. |
19 | |
| 17 |
The WWE Tag Team Champion got burned again by the team of Shannon Moore and Jimmy Wang Yang in six-man tag action. |
14 | |
| 18 |
Y2J made sure JBL’s debut on Raw was a memorable one. He attacked the braggadocious tycoon during his address, and the two had to be separated by officials. |
17 | |
| 19 |
The bastard son of Mr. McMahon continues to work magic for Finlay, helping him to a win over MVP. But he was oh-so-close to a thrashing at the hands of Raw GM William Regal, who relented at the last moment. |
18 | |
| 20 |
The Samoan Bulldozer is the first to claim one of 30 coveted spots in the Royal Rumble Match. With his size and strength, he’ll be one of the odds-on favorites to win the 21st annual classic. |
21 | |
| 21 |
Woooooo! The Nature Boy’s career continues on, but Flair’s win was bittersweet, as it cost Triple H a chance to participate in the Royal Rumble Match. |
24 | |
| 22 |
Cody took the week off, but Hardcore Holly picked up a win over former champion Trevor Murdoch on Heat. |
20 | |
| 23 |
ECW’s “gold standard” remains undefeated since his arrival. With his championship-laden history, how much longer until Shelton challenges for ECW gold? |
22 | |
| 24 |
JIMMY WANG YANG & SHANNON MOORE The newest tag-team duo is making waves, picking up its second win in a row over the WWE Tag Team Champions. |
NR | |
| 25 |
The Punjabi giant defeated Tommy Dreamer in a WWE.com exclusive match – a good way to start 2008 on the right gigantic foot. |
23 |
FAREWELL...
OTHERS EARNING VOTES...
The following Superstar(s) also received votes from members of the Academy:
Chavo Guerrero – Two championship opportunities for Chavo went unfulfilled this week in losses to CM Punk and in the SmackDown Beat the Clock Challenge.