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Ordinarily, I don't like the direction WWE takes with "outsiders" but I think Sting is respected well enough that he will be utilized properly if and when he decides to make the jump. Furthermore, I know that Taker has the respect of the company. Taker is a great worker and rumor has it that he likes CM Punk so much that he was for him ending "the streak".

The company had so much respect for Taker that they put him over despite his open mind to having his streak snapped.

I have no doubt that Sting and Taker will eventually headline Mania. I also have a feeling that you will see it be both legend's final match. These are the two most loyal and locker room respected superstars in the history of the business. The match wouldn't be what it would be 10-12 years ago from a strategic standpoint but the build up, hype, and nostalgia will make it the biggest draw in years, if not all time.

My reason for saying this is that Taker's days are numbered due to injuries and he wants to get out (at least from an in ring standpoint) before they catch up to him. Not to mention that he has a lot of business ventures and real estate ventures starting to pop up in the Southwest. Sting has had a relatively healthy career compared to most superstars but he seems ready to focus on being a full time father and family man.

I think that ultimately, Sting would want to put Taker over and let him go out undefeated but make it one heck of a show. Taker would be up for putting Sting over but just like the Punk match, the company has too much respect and should likely let him go out on top.