The Money in the Bank Ladder match has become a staple of the WrestleMania card over the past few years, and with WrestleMania XXVI hosting the biggest on record, the question on the collective WWE Universe’s lips is this; does bigger equal better?
The ten competitors are listed below, but what chance does each one of them really stand when it comes to climbing the ladder and grabbing that coveted briefcase?
Kane's Money in the Bank Chances at WrestleMania XXVI
Kane brings the power in this match, but the past has proven that that size and strength aren’t usually the best two components for winning a ladder match and although he is one of the more agile giants in the WWE his chances of picking up the win are pretty slim, as much as The Big Red Machine deserves a win and a title push for his years of service.
Chances of winning: 3/10
Drew McIntyre's Money in the Bank Chances at WrestleMania XXVI
McIntyre is a hot favourite going into the match and although he has no experience what so ever of this type of match, the Sadistic Scot has proven since appearing as the bosses handpicked future World Champion that he’s able to overcome almost any obstacle in his pursuit to fulfil his ‘destiny’.
Chances of winning: 8/10
Dolph Ziggler's Money in the Bank Chances at WrestleMania XXVI
At one point it looked like young Dolph was destined for big things in the WWE.
That was until a cruel series of behind-the-scenes events cost the New-Age Narcissist a run with the Intercontinental Championship.
His chances of winning rest solely on how much faith the creative team currently have in him.
Chances of winning: 6/10
Jack Swagger's Money in the Bank Chances at WrestleMania XXVI
Jack Swagger has a lot going for him in a standard wrestling match, but how well his outstanding skills will transfer into a Ladder Match is anyone’s guess.
The All American American has been on the fringes for a while now, so a win here would stop him from stagnating, if the writers think he has what it takes to step up to the World title picture.
Chances of winning: 5/10
Christian's Money in the Bank Chances at WrestleMania XXVI
Another hot pick for this match and surely the fan’s favourite.
Since dropping the ECW Championship on the final night of the brand’s existence, Christian has had his hands full with NXT.
But now he gets his chance to shine in a match that many would argue he made famous, in terms of the ladder aspect at least.
Christian can’t be overlooked here and if the WWE has any faith in him at all he stands the best chance of picking up the contract.
Chances of winning: 9/10
Shelton Benjamin's Money in the Bank Chances at WrestleMania XXVI
Benjamin is undoubtedly the most experienced in this specific type of match, but he’s never been able to capitalise before and it’s hard to see what will make this time different.
While The Gold Standard might steal the show, it’s unlikely he’ll steal the briefcase suspended above the ring.
Chances of winning: 4/10
Evan Bourne's Money in the Bank Chances at WrestleMania XXVI
As with a lot of participants in this match, Bourne’s talent is hard to deny.
However, he's devoid of personality and doesn’t have anywhere near the level of respect that Rey Mysterio had when he became one of the few ‘small guys’ to claim top flight WWE gold.
Bourne will hit some crazy offence but his chances of winning are probably the lowest of anyone involved.
Chances of winning: 1/10
M.V.P's Money in the Bank Chances at WrestleMania XXVI
M.V.P is another one of the ‘fringe’ participants in this match.
Usually he would be rated up there with the likes of Dolph Ziggler and Jack Swagger, but with rumours rife that he recently had his knuckles wrapped for an issue allegedly involving illegal substances, his chances have been slashed substantially.
Chances of winning: 2/10
Kofi Kingston's Money in the Bank Chances at WrestleMania XXVI
A very late addition to the match but one that stands a very strong chance of winning.
Kofi has proven recently that he’s capable of putting on main-event quality matches, and provided the right champion comes along he could make great use of the contract.
Chances of winning: 9/10
Matt Hardy's Money in the Bank Chances at WrestleMania XXVI
Matt has also recently had his hands full with NXT, but made the cut for the Money in the Bank match after an uninspiring run alongside The Great Khali.
Hardy would be a good candidate to win, but with his future in question and his family and friends now working for rival promotion TNA, Matt can’t be high on the writers list of possible winners.
Chances of winning: 3/10
Prediction: Kingston, Christian or McIntyre look to be the stand out favourites, but Dolph Ziggler could turn a few heads and cause a huge upset.
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