Let’s go back and take a look at his achievements at Awakening because they have often been overlooked by both fans and experts alike. He beat Justin Sane in under five minutes…..The same Justin Sane that now holds the longest winning streak in ECW history. He then disposed of Azazal, the man who most ECW wrestlers acknowledge as being the toughest man in the company.

And then he met the person who would prove to be the biggest thorn in the side of his career.

In the semi finals, Carnage met Davis Storm. The match was a back and forth affair. Carnage looked in control of the match, until Xeriyous Blade smashed him with a chair and Storm grabbed the cheapest of victories. And from that moment on, it seems that Carnage has been battling outside forces in his quest for ECW glory.

Next it was the 4 way match that did not conclude at Redemption. Then he had a chance to win #1 contendership in the empty arena match against Davis. This time it was Slick Rick who stuck his oar in and cost Carnage the shot at the gold.

He dealt with Slick Rick at Evolution and started back on his path for the ECW Title. He beat Mikey (by DQ) at Collision Course to become #1 contender but was immediately challenged by Storm. In his weakened state he never really stood a chance and was beaten within 5 minutes by the fresher man.

Most experts believe that Carnage will defeat Storm in a fair one on one match. He will finally get his chance this Saturday at Hell or Highwater. The presence of the ECW chairman, The Vagrant, at ringside should ensure that Carnage gets a fair go in this match.

Carnage must cash in his chips this Saturday. He is ready. He is focused. There will be no better chance for Carnage to take the final step to what he believes is his destiny, the ECW Title.

He must put the past behind him and look forward. He simply can not afford another loss to Davis. This will become a mental battle for Carnage, one he must not lose. Carnage knows that he has what it takes to defeat Storm…………..But can he overcome the doubts that go with losing to that same person three times out of three attempts. He must win this match, become the champion and bury the doubts (and doubters) once and for all.