Chicago Sun-Times: Hulk gets another shot at WWF title

This weekend, for the first time since 1993 at WrestleMania IX when he defeated Yokozuna in an impromptu match, Hulk Ho-gan gets a shot at the most coveted title in wrestling--the World Wrestling Federation championship. Hogan will meet HHH in the main event at the Backlash PPV that promises to be as big a main event as was The Rock/ Hogan match at WrestleMania X8." I would expect HHH to escape with the title, but Hogan to add to his legacy and cement his place as the biggest name in wrestling history. Also on the card, Bradshaw will meet Scott Hall, The Next Best Thing Brock Lesner battles Matt Hardy, Kidman challenges Tajiri, RVD defends the IC title against Eddie Guerrero, and Stone Cold Steve Austin will face The Undertaker in a match to determine the No. 1 contender at King of the Ring.

DECISION TIME FOR THE ROCK: Given the success and reviews of The Scorpion King," the Rock will have a huge decision to make in the coming months--become the next big movie action hero, or remain with the WWF. Reportedly, The Rock received $5.5 million for the movie, and has received offers to do a few more. The question is, could he reach movie stardom to the same level of success he has enjoyed in the WWF?

HEARD AROUND THE RING: In a potentially devastating blow to the WWF, Kane suffered a torn biceps muscle and should be out of action for 3-4 months. The Big Red Machine was one of the first superstars drafted last month and will be sorely missed. ... In a recent interview, Shane Douglass hinted that the WWF could use The Franchise." ... According to the WWF Informer, there very well could be an Ultimate TLC Match" at this year's SummerSlam pitting the Hardy Boys against Rob Van Dam and a mystery partner. ... Look for the Big Show and the Undertaker to begin a feud after this weekend's PPV. The WWF is building up the Big Show as an unstoppable force. ... Sean Stasiak and Curt Henning could be forming the Perfect Tag Team" in the coming weeks.

HOTLINE: Four current and former WWF Superstars have offered their service to the NWO. Find out who they are as well as what Paul Heyman has planned for Lita and the Hardys on the all new hotline (900) 990- SLAM ($2 per minute).