First off, why would a host of a television show in Kuwait sue the WWF? The reason is simple. He was roughed up by Vader. But, why would he sue the WWF all of a sudden? That's simple in my opinion. Simply because of the recent negative publicity the WWF has been getting, first with the death of Owen Hart, followed by the Wrongful Death lawsuit that the Hart family put forth a few days ago, second with Sable suing for $110+ million dollars and now this. These mental cases that write for the well known papers throughout the US, are simply making themselves look foolish. As a wrestling fan, do you really care if the WWF is being sued by a little reporter in Kuwait, nope, do the wrestling fans care for Sable? Not really, just take a look at the ratings, her appearance didn't help out as much as Bischoff hoped it would, nor did Sid's. With WCW pulling off that lame attempt to get ratings with Sable in the front row, probably just screwed Sable out of any money that was coming to her. Now, I took a poll last week it was "If you were WCW president, who would you fire..." The response was overwhelming and I would like to thank everyone who sent in a opinion. But, I must say, it was if everyone who voted, met in a room and choose two main guys to get rid of. Apparently you, the readers want Konnan and Ernest Miller out of there as quickly as possible. I agree partially with Konnan, but not with the Cat. He's a decent worker in the ring, and does get a lot of air time, but you have to admit he does get a lot of heat. Konnan, well he's starting to slack off a bit, but he can still work a crowd, even though he's been doing the same two lines for over a year or so now. I'd keep him. The three guys I’d can would have to be, Lenny Lane, Barry Windham and Vincent Lane is just not being used right, the WCW could push this guy in the Cruiser Weight division, but are just holding him off. Windham, what has this guy done? Nothing. He’s just there to be apart of the Country Vs. Rap angle, but ain’t worth the money. Curt Hennig could carry that angle on his own, but since they got Rey and Konnan, I can see Duncum Jr. sticking around. Now Vincent. Is he actually on contract or is he paid per appearance? Because of the WCW and Bischoff are actually stupid enough to time up an investment in this guy they are truly dunce. He’s just a valet for the dying nWo, and even at that he doesn’t help much. Having him interfere somehow in every Stevie Ray match-up won’t help Steve Ray get over as a big man. Here’s a new section that will be added in Pain Tolerance every week, my high spot, and low spot of pro wrestling every week. My low spot was watching Master P getting paid a fair sum from the Turner bank, to get the crowd behind him, when really not one cheer nor boo could be heard. Was it where the event was hosted, that the people don’t listen to Rap, or was it they just could care less. Through the minute and a half of mic time he got at DJ Ran’s booth, he said "Hooty Hoo" probably 10 times. Way to go WCW! Now for the high spot of my week, while watching pro wrestling would have to be seeing Chyna kick some ass on Heat just last night. At first I didn’t agree with her mauling over the young talent in WWF, (Val Venis, two weeks ago), but now with the Triple H interference from the outside, this could get interesting. It would be pretty cool to see the first Queen of the Ring crowned at this Sunday’s King of the Ring. Maybe the WWF could have Bass come out and nail Chyna from behind setting up there feud like they did in 1993 when Bret Hart was pronounced king of the ring ’93 and Jerry Lawler coming from behind stating he was the true king of the squared circle. 

While on the subject of King of the Ring. I’m going to give a prediction. I’m actually hoping Chyna will win, but if she’s out then I’d look for Badd Ass Billy Gunn to walk away as King Ass. Everyone is saying that the Ladder match is going to suck totally, but wasn’t that the same statement made before St. Valentine’s Massacre where Vince took one of the best bumps in a while, as well as one of the best cage matches in a while, (taking nothing away from Mick Foley’s performance at KOTR ’98.) Also, Shane McMahon is not the best wrestler around but give credit where credit is due, he did put on a decent showing at WrestleMania 15 against X-Pac in the European Championship Match. I’m hoping we get to see a Hardy Boys Vs. Brood match at the pay-per-view. Even if Edge is unable to make it, put Christian in to replace him, Christian and either Hardy Boy could work well together since Christian is smaller and more agile. 

Now finally on to the WCW latest plan to win back ratings. The one that the fans have been looking forward to for sometime. Where the young talent confront the oldies. The match on Nitro was great, it was nice to see Flair get cleanly pinned by Bagwell, except I would have preferred it to be one of the other young guys. Speaking of which, when you think of it, it’s really not Old Vs. New, since Kanyon is aligned with the Old squad. And vice versa. Wouldn’t you prefer to see Benoit lead the young guys, it would have been better to have him cleanly pin Flair, but I guess the WCW wants Bagwell to lead, or was there another purpose. Did WCW actually book ahead? Maybe so. Since there are rumors of Shane Douglas, The Franchise showing up on Nitro tonight. Could we possibly see the rumors become fact as Malenko, Benoit and Douglas combine to make the Triple Threat? I seriously hope so. Also, just another thing is, what is up with the young guys squad, there was a rumor of them being called "Dirty Animals"? Hrmmm, don’t sound too good. 

Well, that’s it for the column, now for this week’s poll. "If you could start all over with King of the ring. Who would your final four be in the KOTR tourney?" Pick anyone in the WWF. Send your choices to [email protected] Have a nice night everyone and thanks for reading