Chris Jericho: Superstar of WWE Superstars
Chris Jericho always talks about Smackdown being his show, which is debatable (have to go with Edge or Jeff Hardy on that one), but he definitely could make a solid case that he owns WWE Superstars.
Counting his appearance on Thursday night’s show, Jericho has wrestled on four of the program’s nine episodes, including three of the past four. Not only does Jericho’s mere presence raise the profile of the show, but it virtually guarantees a quality main event.
On Thursday, he defeated John Morrison in a very good back-and-forth match. Even though Jericho won (by holding Morrison’s tights), Morrison came out of it stronger for having pushed Jericho to the limit.
Once again, Jericho showed that he “gets it” when it comes to making sure his character stays over while simultaneously making his opponent look good. It’s one of the reasons why Jericho is such a valuable asset to the company.
Other thoughts on Thursday’s show:
Evan Bourne and Zack Ryder had a good match that was more competitive than I thought it would be. Ryder will probably never be a big star, but he could be around for a while as an entertaining mid-carder. …
Beth Phoenix looked more dominant than she has in a while in the tag match with Rosa Mendes against The Bella Twins. Her comedy act with Santino Marella raised Phoenix’s profile, but it also weakened her monster heel aura. …
It’s always nice to see The Bella Twins on TV. …
Did I actually hear Jim Ross refer to The Miz as a “tool?” I don’t disagree with him, but it still sounded funny coming from J.R.
Comments
"Ryder will probably never be a big star, but he could be around for a while as an entertaining mid-carder. …"
so i take it you havent seem him do woo WOO woo yet? hes destined for wrestling greatness, you know it!!
Posted by: ultimate_krang | June 12, 2009 12:57 PM
Wjy on Smackdown they not tell everyone during the main event that Morrison is a former IC champ or is good ole JR suffering from Alzheimer's. It is good to see how Beth dominating again i hated the whole glamarella thing and did you notice when cole ask is she the most powerful diva ever he said no i was glad to see they he was honest in his opinion because everyones that that was Chyna.Bourne did put on a surprising good match which i think hurts Ryder how can you build up a mid card guy if you make him lose flat out?
Posted by: frank from dundalk | June 12, 2009 2:13 PM
Sorry to disagree but I dont see the appeal of the Bella Twins. Give me Mickie anytime on any show
RESPONSE FROM KE: I never said they were in Mickie's league. Not many are.
Posted by: Mark | June 12, 2009 2:29 PM
Seeing as we don't get Superstars in the UK, what's the whole point behind it? I remember watching 'Heat' on sunday's years ago and thinking it was a load of pap, so what's the deal here?
RESPONSE FROM KE: Superstars is basically a filler show with no story line advancement. However, it's worth watching if you want to see wrestling matches (often good ones).
Posted by: Mike C | June 12, 2009 4:54 PM
Edge and Hardy are not in Jericho's league. It is his show.
Posted by: Flair | June 12, 2009 5:31 PM
Jericho is the best in the biz, no doubt about it !
Posted by: jt | June 12, 2009 5:49 PM
Wow, Superstars has been on for 8 weeks? ;o)
Posted by: Gwen | June 12, 2009 6:10 PM
Jehrico has the ability not thru screaming and hollering (Quite promos courtesy of Paul E school of thought) to get his point across as well as his facial expresions or lack there of. Young talent should pay attention. There is more than one way to get things over.
Posted by: Prime Time Bobby Lee | June 15, 2009 10:29 AM