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AndyC0803 · February 26th, 2008, 01:36 PM

I am a big wrestling fan and I'd like to give my two cents:

First of all, I don't think the $20 Million is a real figure. WWE has produced three movies and none of them cost $20 Million so I don't see how they would spend this much money on one guy to make a few appearances and to be in one match. WWE probably released that figure as part of a story. It probably also helps Mayweather save face in the boxing community since $20 Million is a lot for ANYONE to turn down.

Second, this is not just "some wrestling event" but it is Wrestlemania which is the biggest show of the year. It has become a whole weekend spectacle and it generates some good money for whatever city that hosts it. This year it is in Orlando and the mayor was gung-ho about landing the deal. Here is the story.

Finally, so far this storyline has been a real success for WWE as it has generated a TON of "mainstream" press just like the Trump storyline from last year and will continue to do so. The AP has picked up the story as it is now on Yahoo, ESPN, etc. This is going to be a great cross promotional vehicle for all parties since it will likely translate in boxing fans buying a WWE PPV as well as wrestling fans buying a boxing PPV. Whether you watch wrestling or not you've gotta respect Vince McMahon as a promoter and a guy that can grab your attention.

February 26th, 2008, 01:36 PM	#11
AndyC0803 Join Date: 06-26-2004 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 1,134 Tournaments Joined: 0 Tournament Wins: 0	I am a big wrestling fan and I'd like to give my two cents: First of all, I don't think the $20 Million is a real figure. WWE has produced three movies and none of them cost $20 Million so I don't see how they would spend this much money on one guy to make a few appearances and to be in one match. WWE probably released that figure as part of a story. It probably also helps Mayweather save face in the boxing community since $20 Million is a lot for ANYONE to turn down. Second, this is not just "some wrestling event" but it is Wrestlemania which is the biggest show of the year. It has become a whole weekend spectacle and it generates some good money for whatever city that hosts it. This year it is in Orlando and the mayor was gung-ho about landing the deal. Here is the story. Finally, so far this storyline has been a real success for WWE as it has generated a TON of "mainstream" press just like the Trump storyline from last year and will continue to do so. The AP has picked up the story as it is now on Yahoo, ESPN, etc. This is going to be a great cross promotional vehicle for all parties since it will likely translate in boxing fans buying a WWE PPV as well as wrestling fans buying a boxing PPV. Whether you watch wrestling or not you've gotta respect Vince McMahon as a promoter and a guy that can grab your attention. Last edited by AndyC0803; February 26th, 2008 at 01:38 PM.