Top Five Most Memorable WWE Survivor Series Moments

WWE Survivor Series has been one of the most prominent and highly rewarding pay-per-view schedules ever hosted by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). The first-ever edition of the WWE Survivor Series was hosted back in 1987 and has been the second-longest-running pay-per-view (PPV) event in the history of WWE. Although a lot of changes have been made to the format of Survivor Series over the decades, the event continues to enjoy the same intensity of popularity and excitement among the hardcore fans of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). The rich and highly intense history of Survivor Series has witnessed numerous pathbreaking and memorable moments. Without much ado, let’s take a look at them.

In this article we will take a look at the top five most memorable and prominent moments in the history of WEE’s Survivor Series. 

Top Five Most Memorable WWE Survivor Series Moments

• Kurt Angle’s Iconic Arrival – Survivor Series 1999

It’s an incredible and undeniable fact that WWE Survivor Series has always been an ultimate self-righteous ring to introduce numerous legendary wrestlers to the world. The 1999 Survivor Series successfully delivered one of the most memorable moments for the fans as it introduced the legendary WWE wrestler, Kurt Angle. Although Kurt Angle’s entry into the ring wasn’t as flashy as compared to the other legendary WWE wrestlers, it undoubtedly left a strong impression on the hardcore fans of WWE. Kurt Angle walked into their ring with his prestigious Olympic medal and instantly became a talking point in the world of WWE wrestling; we won’t exaggerate the whole incident but Kurt Angle’s entry at the 1999 Survivor Series gave goosebumps to the fans. 

• Team Raw vs. Team SmackDown – Survivor Series 2005

Well, a lot of fans are still unaware of the fact that WWE Survivor Series is the original flag bearer for the intense tag team matches! The tag team match between Team Raw and Team SmackDown at Survivor Series 2005 is still considered one of the most memorable and iconic moments in the history of WWE. With top-notch wrestlers on both teams, the match turned out to be one of the most classic and popular bouts in the history of Survivor Series. Randy Orton from the SmackDown Team defeated all his opponents and proved to be the lone survivor until the lights dimmed and the dead man arrived! The spine-chilling bout between Randy Orton and the Undertaker not just intensified the match but also took their rivalry to the next level. 

• The Undertaker’s Arrival – Survivor Series 1990

Well, the dead man’s arrival at WWE Survivor Series 1990 is still enough to give goosebumps and nightmares to the fans of WWE! A few weeks prior to the broadcast of the WWE Survivor Series 1990 premiere, the platform deliberately released numerous promotions and created a huge and unimaginable hype about a “new character.” Well, once the dead man was introduced to the world, there was no looking back, neither for the deadly wrestler himself nor for his fans! What seemed to be a debut for the Undertaker at Survivor Series 1990 turned out to be a huge legacy that continued for thirty long years and dug out uncountable rivalries, bouts, and burial scenes! 

• The Montreal Screwjob – Survivor Series 1997

Well, the Montreal screwjob incident that took place at Survivor Series 1997 is not just a memorable incident for the fans but also one of the most hyped-up controversies in the history of WWE. Although a majority of bouts in WWE are scripted, a few of them are still criticized for being “fixed” and “manipulative.” The main event at Survivor Series 1997 is undoubtedly one of those spine-chilling controversies. The final seconds of the bout between Hart and Shawn Michaels turned out to be shocking and, at the same time, memorable for the fans, as Michaels deliberately conspired against Hart along with Vince McMahon and influenced the referee of the match, Earl Hebner, to ring the bell before Hart had even submitted to Michaels. As a consequence, Hart ultimately decided to part ways with the WWE, which struck as a major shock to his fans.

• Team Cena vs. Team Authority – Survivor Series 2014

Well, don’t call yourself a hardcore fan of WWE Survivor Series if you haven’t watched the “Team Cena vs. Team Authority” event at Survivor Series 2014 yet! Often hailed as one of the most memorable bouts in the entire history of Survivor Series, the match was storied around the ongoing rivalry between John Cena and the Authority. The match featured numerous legendary WWE wrestlers, including Big Show, John Cena, Kane, Mark Henry, Erick Rowan, and many others, hyping up the spine-chilling rivalry among the fans of these wrestlers. Since the fans were themselves tired of the Authority’s tyrannical rule, John Cena’s victory was commemorated by millions of fans. Although, as mentioned earlier, a majority of the matches in WWE are scripted, the ”Team Cena vs. Team Authority” was no exception, and everything was well executed. Yet, the sensational bout between the top-notch wrestlers of that era gave an incredible sense of excitement and pleasure to the fans.

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