Monday, March 30, 2015

Greatest WrestleMania Legends

1. The Undertaker
2. Shawn Michaels
3. Hulk Hogan (HH)
4. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin
5. The Rock
6. Bret Hart
7. "Macho Man" Randy Savage
8. John Cena
9. Triple H
10. Edge





1. Undertaker: The Undertaker is the WrestleMania Phenom. He has redefined what WrestleMania has become. Undertaker's matches have become the staple of WrestleMania. Even though his Streak Ended, the Deadman's record stands supreme. Through Taker's Streak, there have been two Bushes in Office, we witnessed the Clinton Administration, as well as the Obama Administration. Many trends have come and gone during Taker's nearly 25 year reign on the Grandest Stage of them All. As time has gone on, Undertaker's matches have improved as he has added more dimensions to his character and repertoire. He has defeated 80's mainstays from Superfly Snuka to Jake Roberts, to legend killers like Randy Orton. Undertaker has battled Mr. WrestleMania Shawn Michaels (twice), his brother Kane (twice) as well as Triple H (three times). Three of Taker's four PWI Match of the Year Awards came against Shawn Michaels (WM XXV, 26) and Triple H (WM 28). The Streak has become an attraction in and of itself, and lately has overshadowed the WWE Title or World Heavyweight Title. It has been a machine when it comes to drawing power and buy rates. Taker returned to form when he defeated Bray Wyatt at WrestleMania 31. Undertaker has cemented his place as a WrestleMania Dynasty.

Record: 22-1

First Match: WrestleMania VII
Last Match: WrestleMania XXX

Matches:
WM VII- Defeated Jimmy Snuka
WM VIII-Defeated Jake The Snake Roberts
WM IX- Defeats Giant Gonzalez by DQ
WM XI- Defeats King Kong Bundy
WM XII- Defeats Diesel
WM 13- Defeats Sid Vicious for WWF Title
WM XIV- Defeats Kane
WM XV- Defeats Big Boss Man
WM X7- Defeats Triple H
WM X8- Defeats Ric Flair
WM XIX- Defeats Big Show & A-Train
WM XX- Defeats Kane
WM 21- Defeats Randy Orton
WM 22- Defeats Mark Henry
WM 23- Defeats Batista for WHC
WM XXIV- Defeats Edge for WHC
WM XXV- Defeats Shawn Michaels
WM XXVI- Defeats Shawn Michaels (Ends the Career of Shawn)
WM XXVII- Defeats Triple H
WM XXVIII- Defeats Triple H in HIAC (w/Shawn Michaels as Special Ref)
WM XXIX- Defeats CM Punk
WM XXX- Loses to Brock Lesnar (Streak Ends)
WM 31- Defeats Bray Wyatt

Main Events:
WM 13
WM 24
WM 26

PWI Match of the Year Awards:
WM XXV- vs. HBK
WM XXVI- vs. HBK
WM XXVIII- vs. HHH






2. Shawn Michaels: HBK has raised the bar when it comes to WrestleMania Matches and Moments. Much of Shawn's legacy has been written in WrestleMania. Like Hogan and Undertaker, Shawn Michaels is considered by many to be the symbol of WrestleMania. Shawn was a relatively unknown as a member of the Rockers. When he broke out on his own, he took his game to unseen levels at Mania. After defeating Hall of Famer Tito Santana at WrestleMania VIII, Michaels would head into WrestleMania IX as Intercontinental Champion against Tatanka. His match with Tatanka was pretty solid for the standards of that WrestleMania, which were not high anyway. Shawn would first establish himself as The Showstopper at WrestleMania X in Madison Square Garden, when he battled Razor Ramon in a Ladder Match for the IC Title. This match not only elevated Shawn's value, but also the IC Title as well as the Ladder Match itself. At WrestleMania XI, Shawn would square off with Diesel for the WWF Title. Then, Shawn's boyhood dream came true at WrestleMania XII as he defeated Bret Hart in a 60-minute War to become WWF Champion. Shawn Michaels would step down for 4 years after his match with Stone Cold Steve Austin at WrestleMania XIV. However, his best work was just around the corner. Michaels would cement himself as "Mr. WrestleMania" during his second WWE run from 2003-2010. He would tear the house down with the likes of Chris Jericho (WM XIX), along with Triple H and Chris Benoit in a Triple Threat for the World Heavyweight Crown (WM XX). Shawn's match with Kurt Angle at WM 21 made that show even more special. He even brought something out of Vince McMahon, for whatever that is worth (WM 22). John Cena had in my view the best WrestleMania match of his career with The Heartbreak Kid at WM 23. HBK was also Ric Flair's selection to wrestle him in his farewell match at WM XXIV. Then, Shawn would square off in back to back Masterpieces with The Undertaker to close out his career. The one slight that Shawn may have is that he has lost more than he has won. However, most of his Match of the Year Awards have come from WrestleMania, which speaks volumes about his impact and legacy on the Biggest Stage of them All.

Record: 6-11

First Match: WrestleMania V
Last Match: WrestleMania XXVI

Matches:
WM V- w/Marty Jannetty lost to Twin Towers
WM VI- w/Marty Jannetty lost to Orient Express by Countout
WM VII- w/Marty Jannetty defeated Haku & The Barbarian
WM VIII- defeated Tito Santana
WM IX- lost to Tatanka by DQ (retained IC Title)
WM X- lost to Razor Ramon in a Ladder Match for IC Title
WM XI- lost to Diesel for WWF Title
WM XII- defeated Bret Hart in a 60-min. Ironman Match to become WWF Champion
WM XIV- lost WWF Title to Stone Cold Steve Austin
WM XIX- defeated Chris Jericho
WM XX- lost to Chris Benoit & Triple H in a Triple Threat Match for World Heavyweight Title
WM 21- lost to Kurt Angle
WM 22- defeated Vince McMahon
WM 23- lost to John Cena in WWE Championship Match
WM XXIV- defeated Ric Flair in a Career-Ending Match
WM XXV- lost to The Undertaker
WM XXVI- lost to The Undertaker in a Career vs. Streak Match

Main Events:
WM XI
WM XII
WM XIV
WM XX
WM 23
WM XXVI

PWI Match of the Year Awards:
WM X: vs. Razor Ramon
WM XI: vs. Diesel
WM XII: vs. Bret Hart
WM XX: vs. Triple H & Chris Benoit (Triple Threat)
WM 21: vs. Kurt Angle
WM 22: vs. Vince McMahon
WM XXIV: vs. Ric Flair
WM XXV: vs. Undertaker
WM XXVI: vs. Undertaker



3. Hulk Hogan: WrestleMania has been the house that Hulk Hogan built. Besides Vince McMahon, Hulk Hogan was the most important cause for the rise of WrestleMania. For 8 of the first 10 Manias, the Hulkster has been front and center as the franchise star of the GrandDaddy of Pay Per Views. Hogan's greatest feuds have taken place at WrestleMania. From his feud with Roddy Piper at WrestleMania I, to his feud with Andre The Giant for WrestleMania III, the MegaPower Explosion as he clashed with Macho Man at WrestleMania V to the Ultimate Challenge with Ultimate Warrior at WrestleMania VI, Hogan is the quintessential Main Event Star for WrestleMania. His war with Sgt. Slaughter at WrestleMania VII goes under the radar at times, but it was the moment where he stepped up to represent the USA to take down the Iraqi turncoat Sgt. Slaughter. Hogan brought the WWF Title back to America. For years, Hogan's main event stature completed any WrestleMania Card, and the numbers prove it. The Hulkster may not have had the best quality matches, but his Box Office Success as Champion are what place him among WrestleMania Royalty. His significance is crucial to the history of WrestleMania. WrestleMania became high-demand because Hogan's name was on it, as fans were also intrigued by who his dance partner would be. Hogan's career would be rejuvenated at WM X8, when he clashed with a Modern Day Legend in The Rock in an Icon vs. Icon Match. His legacy at WrestleMania is hard to replace or surpass.

Record: 8-3-1

First Match: WrestleMania I
Last Match: WrestleMania XIX

Matches:
WM I- w/Mr. T defeat Roddy Piper & Paul Orndorff
WM II- defeats King Kong Bundy
WM III- defeats Andre The Giant
WM IV- wrestles Andre to a Double DQ
WM V- defeats Macho Man Randy Savage
WM VI- loss to Ultimate Warrior
WM VII- defeats Sgt. Slaughter
WM VIII- defeats Sid Justice by DQ
WM IX- w/Brutus Beefcake lose to Money Inc (defeats Yokozuna for WWF Title)
WM X8- loss to The Rock
WM XIX- defeats Vince McMahon

Main Events:
WM I-VIII


PWI Match of the Year Awards:
WM I (w/Mr. T vs. Piper & Orndorff)
WM VI (vs. Ultimate Warrior)
WM X8 (vs. The Rock)





4. Stone Cold Steve Austin: Stone Cold Steve Austin became the Defining Star of the Attitude Era when he defeated Shawn Michaels at WrestleMania XIV. Many of Austin's greatest moments involved WrestleMania, which is why his legacy is held in very high regard during the Biggest PPV Event in the World. His legacy started slowly when he defeated Savio Vega in a Strap Match at WM XII as The Ringmaster. The next year, Austin has the match of the year with Bret Hart in their Submission Match at WrestleMania 13. That match established Austin as a premiere star in Wrestling, as the defining image of that match was with him bleeding in Bret's Sharpshooter. This set the stage for what we now know as the Double Turn. Stone Cold would not look back. At WrestleMania XIV, Austin's win over Shawn Michaels was pivotal in the success of the Attitude Era, as it was a power shift in a new direction. Austin kicked off his WM feud with The Rock at WM XV, as he defeated The Great One. Austin would get the best of Rocky once again at WM X7 in one of the biggest surprises in history next to Hogan joining the NWO. After defeating Scott Hall at WM X8, Stone Cold would end his illustrious WrestleMania legacy with his heated nemesis that he defeated twice, The Rock. In the trilogy, The Rock would win. Stone Cold's WM legacy stands the test of time, as his main event status provided great success for Mania during that time.

Record: 5-2

First Match: WM XII
Last Match: WM XIX

Matches:
WM XII- defeated Savio Vega
WM 13- lost to Bret Hart
WM XIV- defeated Shawn Michaels for WWF Championship
WM XV- defeated The Rock to retain WWF Title
WM X7- defeated The Rock to become WWF Champion
WM X8- defeated Scott Hall
WM XIX- lost to The Rock

Main Events:
WM XIV
WM XV
WM X7

PWI Match of the Year Awards:
WM 13: vs. Bret Hart






5. The Rock: When you mention the WrestleMania Career or Stone Cold, you have to mention his counterpart. The Rock has electrified the Biggest Show of them All on several occasions. The highlight of Rock's Mania legacy would be his trilogy with Stone Cold Steve Austin (WM XV, X7, XIX). After WrestleManias XIV and XV, The Rock would improve by leaps and bounds. The Rock and his Generational Predecessor Hulk Hogan stole the show at WM X8, overshadowing the closing match of Triple H vs. Chris Jericho for the Undisputed Title. The People's Champ would defeat The Hulkster in front of an ecstatic crowd in Toronto, Canada. Rock would finally defeat his chief nemesis at WM XIX. The next year, The Rock would reunite with Mick Foley to face Evolution in a Handicap Tag Match at WM XX. However, they would lose. Seven years later, The Rock returned to the GrandDaddy of WrestleMania as the host. Later in the night, Rock would get involved in the WWE Title match with The Miz vs. John Cena, as he drilled Cena with The Rock Bottom as the Miz retained the title. This would be the stage to set up the Ultimate Showdown at WrestleMania 28 in his hometown of Miami, FL. For the first time in eight years, The Rock competed in The Showcase of The Immortals as he defeated his Successor John Cena. The next year at WM 29, The Rock would pass the torch to Cena, as Hogan did for him at WM X8. Even though he has stepped away from competition at the moment, The Rock continued to stay involved with Mania, as he opened the 30th Anniversary or WrestleMania with Stone Cold and Hulk Hogan. A Showcase with Three Immortals in one ring was epic. Recently, The Rock made a nice surprise at WM 31 in a segment with Triple H, Stephanie McMahon and Ronda Rousey. The Rock's record is at an even .500, and the one thing he has not done is win the title at Mania. However, the rest of his legacy stands the test of time.

Record: 5-5

First Match: WM 13
Last Match: WM 29

Matches:
WM 13- defeated The Sultan
WM XIV- defeated Ken Shamrock by DQ
WM XV- lost the WWF Title to Stone Cold Steve Austin
WM 2000- lost to Triple H, Mick Foley and Big Show in Fatal 4-Way for the WWF Title
WM X7- lost WWF Championship to Stone Cold Steve Austin
WM X8- defeated Hollywood Hulk Hogan
WM XIX- defeated Stone Cold Steve Austin
WM XX- w/Mick Foley lost to Evolution
WM XXVIII- defeated John Cena
WM 29- lost WWE Title to John Cena

Main Events:
WM XV
WM 2000
WM X7
WM XXVIII
WM 29

PWI Match of the Year Awards:
WM X8 vs. Hollywood Hulk Hogan






6. Bret "The Hitman" Hart: The Hitman has had some of the greatest highlights of his career take place at WrestleMania. Bret Hart's WrestleMania career was exceptional both as a tag wrestler, and even more so as a singles star. After defeating the likes of The British Bulldogs, Rhythm & Blues (Honky Tonk & Valentine) along with The Bolsheviks, The Hart Foundation's run would come to an end at WM VII against the Nasty Boys. Bret would reach new heights on his own, as he defeated Roddy Piper for the IC Title at WM VIII. This was Bret's breakout performance to go along with a breakout year. After defeating Ric Flair for the WWF Title in late '92, Bret would head into WM IX as Champion. Unfortunately, his reign would be cut short in controversial fashion to Yokozuna before Hogan stole the belt to close the show. Bret would rebound at WM X in MSG, as he and Owen would open the show with a brilliant match. Owen would jump out of his shadow, but Bret would have the last laugh as he defeated Yokozuna to regain the WWF Title. Their match at WM IX was a build to this match. The celebration would be Bret's signature moment at WrestleMania to cement himself as the Face of the New Generation Era. After gaining his revenge on Bob Backlund at WM XI, Bret would return to the main event at WrestleMania XII to defend his WWF Championship Crown against archnemesis Shawn Michaels. HBK would be victorious as Bret would take a break to recharge for another challenger, Stone Cold Steve Austin. This would be the last phenomenal WrestleMania match before his departure for WCW. After years of bad blood, Bret made his return in 2010 to bury the grudge as he defeated Vince McMahon in a light hearted match at WrestleMania XXVI. Bret's high-quality performances like HBK are what propel him in WrestleMania History. As Instrumental as he was in other PPV's, Bret was very instrumental at Mania as well. His match with Austin is considered by many to be one of the top 2-3 matches of all-time. Two out of his Three Match of the Year Awards were won at WrestleMania.

Record: 8-6

First Match: WM 2 (Gimmick Battle Royal)
Last Match: WM 26

Matches:
WM 2- lost Gimmick Battle Royal
WM III- w/Jim "Anvil" Neidhart (Hart Foundation) & Danny Davis defeated The British Bulldogs & Tito Santana
WM IV- lost Battle Royal
WM V- Hart Foundation defeated Honky Tonk Man & Greg Valentine
WM VI- Hart Foundation defeated The Bolsheviks
WM VII- Hart Foundation lost Tag Team Titles to The Nasty Boys
WM VIII- defeated Roddy Piper for Intercontinental Championship
WM IX- lost WWF Championship to Yokozuna
WM X- lost to Owen Hart/defeated Yokozuna for WWF Championship
WM XI- defeated Bob Backlund
WM XII- lost WWF Title to Shawn Michaels in an Ironman Match
WM 13- defeated Stone Cold Steve Austin in a Submission Match
WM XXVI- defeated Vince McMahon

Main Events:
WM IX
WM X
WM XII

PWI Match of the Year Awards:
WM XII: vs. Shawn Michaels
WM 13: vs. Stone Cold Steve Austin




7. Macho Man Randy Savage: As far as pure quality wrestling, Randy Savage was the MVP during the height of Hogan's reign at WrestleMania. Macho Man raised the bar each time. His showcase with Ricky Steamboat at WrestleMania III continues to be seen as his standout performance, as it elevated him to bigger things in the future. Savage would prove that he was the ultimate workhorse when he endured four rounds of a 14-man tournament to be crowned the new WWF Champion. His win would plant the seeds for not only the MegaPower formation, but the ultimate explosion at WrestleMania V when he would put his Crown on the line against Hulk Hogan. Savage lost the title, but gained respect in the process. After a down year at WM VI, Savage returned to true WrestleMania form when he battled the Ultimate Warrior at WrestleMania VII that clearly stole the show that night. Macho Man once again showed his resilience even in defeat. Macho Man would reclaim the WWF Title by defeating Ric Flair at WrestleMania VIII. Savage's final match took place at WrestleMania X in MSG when he defeated Crush. Sadly, that would be his last Mania match, but as time goes on, Savage's legacy still stands strong among one of the true WrestleMania Titans.

Record: 7-4

First Match: WM 2
Last Match: WM X

Matches:
WM 2- defeated George "The Animal" Steele (Intercontinental Championship Match)
WM III- lost Intercontinental Championship to Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat
WM IV- won a 14-man Tournament to win the WWF Championship
(1st Round- defeated Butch Reed)
(2nd Round- defeated Greg Valentine)
(3rd Round- defeated One Man Gang)
(Final- defeated "Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase)
WM V- lost WWF Championship to Hulk Hogan
WM VI- w/Queen Sherri lost to Dusty Rhodes & Sapphire
WM VII- lost to Ultimate Warrior
WM VIII- defeated Ric Flair for WWF Championship
WM X- defeated Crush

Main Events:
WM IV
WM V
WM VIII

PWI Match of the Year Award:
WM III: vs. Ricky Steamboat



8. John Cena: Whether you like him or you hate him, John Cena is the standard bearer for his generation. For the modern era, John Cena has been the quintessential headliner of The Showcase of the Immortals. Cena's WrestleMania legacy started when he defeated The Big Show for the US Title at WrestleMania XX in Madison Square Garden. It was a great moment, as it was the sign that a new day was dawning (not that lame tag team). At WrestleMania 21, Cena would build on that success by defeating John Bradshaw Layfield to become WWE Champion. The end of the Layfield Administration as Champion was finally over, and many fans at that time were proud of it. Anyone who says they were not happy is lying. At WrestleMania 22, John Cena was faced with his first true test in the Main Event. Triple H was 10-20 times better than JBL, and Cena had to prepare accordingly. John answered the bell and conquered as he made The Game tap to the STFU. Cena's biggest battle on The Grandest Stage was at WrestleMania 23 with none other than Shawn Michaels. HBK was 30 times better than JBL, and at least 10 times better than Trips. Cena pulled out all of his weapons to take down a Mania Icon. Cena would battle in back to back Triple Threat Matches (WM XXIV- vs. Triple H & Randy Orton, WM XXV- vs. Edge & Big Show). Cena lost at WM XXIV, but came out as World Heavyweight Champion at WrestleMania XXV, when he defeated Edge and Big Show. Those were not exactly the biggest Cena highlights for me. John would regain the WWE Title in a heated match with Batista at WrestleMania XXVI. His match with The Miz at WM 27 set the stage for the Battle with The Brahma Bull known as The Rock at WrestleMania 28. Cena would fall to the returning Icon, but he would gain his revenge at WrestleMania 29 to become WWE Champion once again. At the 30th Anniversary of WrestleMania, John Cena overcame the monstrous Bray Wyatt. At WrestleMania 31, Cena defeated the Russian Villain Rusev to reclaim the United States Championship in honor of America. Whether you like him or not, John Cena has established a WrestleMania career that rivals others that may be more beloved than him.

Record: 9-3

First Match: WM XX
Last Match: WM 31

Matches:
WM XX- defeated Big Show for US Title
WM 21- defeated JBL for WWE Championship
WM 22- defeated Triple H to retain WWE Title
WM 23- defeated Shawn Michaels to retain WWE Title
WM XXIV- lost to Randy Orton & Triple H in Triple Threat for WWE Title
WM XXV- defeated Edge & Big Show in Triple Threat for WHC
WM XXVI- defeated Batista for the WWE Title
WM XXVII- lost to The Miz
WM XXVIII- lost to The Rock
WM XXIX- defeated The Rock for the WWE Title
WM XXX- defeated Bray Wyatt
WM 31- defeated Rusev for US Title

Main Events:
WM 22
WM 23
WM XXVII
WM XXVIII
WM XXIX





9. Triple H: The Game has been a fixture at WrestleMania in at least 4 different eras (New Gen, Attitude, RA, PG/Universe Era). Now, Trips can be going into possibly his 5th Era, as he has titled this the "Reality Era". Triple H emerged as a true WrestleMania player during WM 2000, when he defeated The Rock, Big Show and Mick Foley in a Fatal 4-Way to retain the WWF Title. This was the height of the McMahon-Helmsley Regime. After losing to Undertaker at WM X7, Triple H would main event WM X8 as he defeated Chris Jericho to become the Undisputed Champ. This was The Cerebral Assassin's true WrestleMania Moment. However, it was overshadowed by the spectacle of Rock/Hogan right before. Triple H would defeat Booker T in another overlooked Championship match, because of how stacked WrestleMania XIX really was. I say that this match was 4th in the pecking order of that card. Trips would then finally have the highlight match of the night as he defended his World Heavyweight Crown against Rumble Winner Chris Benoit and rival Shawn Michaels in a Triple Threat at WrestleMania XX. The Game put on a very special performance as he would tap to Benoit's Crossface. Sadly, this match has a dark cloud hanging over (another story). This would soon be the first of the Triple H losing Streak at WrestleMania, as he would lose the WHC to Batista in the Main Event of WM 21, and lose in the Main Event to John Cena at WM 22. After missing a year from injury, Triple H would return to WM XXIV only to lose the Triple Threat to Randy Orton and John Cena. Orton would win the match. At WrestleMania XXV, Triple H and Orton would Main Event the show for the WWE Championship as Triple H would close the show to retain the title. This match had no business main eventing, because The Game's win would be overshadowed once again. Just like Hogan vs. Rock at WM X8, Triple H's main event match would be overshadowed by Shawn Michaels vs. Undertaker. The Game would be the victim of the Streak two years in a row (WM 27 & 28). As consistent as Triple H has been in terms of his years of service at WrestleMania he is known for having a losing record like his friend Shawn Michaels. However, his matches do not compare to those of HBK. Even though he has almost as many matches as Undertaker, Triple H is the opposite of the Deadman when it comes to WrestleMania Greatness.

Record: 9-10

First Match: WM XII
Last Match: WM 31

Matches:
WM XII- lost to Ultimate Warrior
WM 13- defeated Goldust
WM XIV- defeated Owen Hart
WM XV- lost to Kane
WM 2000- defeated The Rock, Mick Foley, Big Show
WM X7- lost to Undertaker
WM X8- defeated Chris Jericho for Undisputed Championship
WM XIX- defeated Booker T to retain WHC
WM XX- lost in Triple Threat Match to Chris Benoit & HBK (Benoit wins WHC)
WM 21- lost WHC to Batista
WM 22- lost to John Cena
WM XXIV- lost Triple Threat Match to Randy Orton & John Cena
WM XXV- defeated Randy Orton
WM XXVI- defeated Sheamus
WM XXVII- lost to Undertaker
WM XXVIII- lost to Undertaker
WM 29- defeated Brock Lesnar
WM XXX- lost to Daniel Bryan
WM 31- defeated Sting

Main Events:
WM 2000
WM X8
WM XX
WM 21
WM 22
WM XXV

PWI Match of the Year Awards:
WM XX
WM XXVIII





10. Edge: Edge is considered a WrestleMania Legend for how innovative he has been. Many of Edge's greatest Mania Matches and moments involved Ladders. Edge started his WM legacy when he & Christian won the Triangle Ladder Match for the Tag Titles as this was the Match of the Night in an otherwise unorganized show. E&C continued their success by winning TLC II at WM X7. Edge would branch out on his own, as he defeated Booker T in a throw away match that was meant more for comedy than anything. After being sidelined for two straight shows, Edge returned to WrestleMania greatness by winning the first ever MITB Ladder Match. From this point, he would start to establish his main event status and remain there for the next five to six years. Edge defeated Mick Foley in a Hardcore Match that could be argued as the Match of the Year. This had to be the best that Edge has looked since WM X7. The highlight was when Edge speared Foley through the flaming table. People talk about The Undertaker's Streak. Well, Edge had one of his own that was under the radar. Edge's streak would break as he lost MITB at WM 23 (he would win it back shortly after this). Edge would start a streak of losing at Mania, when he became another victim of Undertaker's Streak. The match itself was great, but goes sometimes unnoticed. Taker & Edge told a great story. The Rated R Superstar would lose the Triple Threat at Mania 25, and once again to Y2J at WrestleMania 26. The match was better than 25 in my view, but the storyline felt lackluster. Edge & Y2J still put on a nice show next to Taker vs. HBK II. Edge would go out into the sunset in what would later be known as his last match as he defeated Challenger Alberto Del Rio to retain the World Heavyweight Championship.

Record: 6-4

First Match: WM 2000
Last Match: WM XXVII

Matches:
WM 2000- Edge & Christian defeat The Hardyz & Dudleyz in a Triangle Ladder Match
WM X7- Edge & Christian defeat The Hardyz & Dudleyz in TLC II
WM X8- defeated Booker T
WM 21- won the first ever Money In the Bank Ladder Match
WM 22- defeated Mick Foley
WM 23- lost MITB
WM XXIV- lost WHC to Undertaker
WM XXV- lost Triple Threat to John Cena & Big Show for WHC (Cena won)
WM XXVI- lost to Chris Jericho
WM XXVII- defeated Alberto Del Rio to retain WHC

Main Events:
WM XXIV

PWI Match of the Year Award:
WM 2000: Triangle Ladder Match
WM X7: TLC II





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