1. CM Punk sounds off starting the Summer of Punk
How awesome was this. Even knowing wrestling is scripted and they wouldn't let something like this last more than two seconds if it wasn't supposed to be there, it had people talking again and created a buzz that professional wrestling has been lacking for a long, long time. It was great to see someone vent the frustration not only he was feeling, but a lot of jaded wrestling fans too.
I still get chills watching this.
2. Davey Richards wins the ROH Championship
The build up was great, the story was emotional, and the match was incredible. Davey Richards finally reached the top of the ROH ladder when he defeated his former tag team partner Eddie Edwards at Best In The World 2011 to become the Ring Of Honor Champion. The speech at the end was very moving, especially since all he said was true. I was laying in bed with the flu watching this on Go Fight Live and even as sick as I was I remember being so excited for him.
3. Daniel Bryan wins Money In The Bank
I know he is the World Heavyweight Champion right now, but this had more emotion to it. No one really expected WWE to give him the chance. When he reached up and got the briefcase after a dramatic ending, I remember having goosebumps, and being proud. This guy has worked his ass off, as have Punk and Richards as well, and it paid off. *the video was the best quality I could find*
Other Moments
James Storm becomes TNA Heavyweight Champion - I HATE TNA and this moment was one I had to witness and was actually happy. But they fucked it all up.
CM Punk crashes comic con - It just added to the realism of the summer of punk storyline. adding to the buzz CM Punk created.
Kevin Steen crashes Best in The World - He is the Anti-Christ of professional wrestling. Such another buzz worthy moment for ROH
What were some of your favorite moments of the year?
I have high hopes for 2012, should be a good one.
Until next time, keep it rockin'
