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Birthday Special: Ranking Brock Lesnar’s Top 3 WrestleMania matches
Brock Lesnar and Goldberg’s clash at WrestleMania XX in 2004 was marred by a series of unfortunate circumstances.
WWE Superstar Brock Lesnar has carved a formidable reputation as one of the most dominant forces in professional wrestling. With his immense size, brute strength, and intense in-ring presence, Lesnar has captivated audiences across three different decades. Throughout his career, he has been involved in numerous memorable matches at the biggest event of the year.
Lesnar’s best matches showcase his unparalleled athleticism and physicality. Whether it’s his iconic clash against The Undertaker at WrestleMania XXX, where he ended the Deadman’s undefeated streak or his hard-hitting encounters with the likes of John Cena and Roman Reigns, Lesnar has consistently delivered unforgettable performances on the grandest stage. So in today’s article, we will discuss his top 3 games at WrestleMania.
#3 Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 31
Brock Lesnar (Source: Twitter)
At WrestleMania 31, the highly anticipated clash between Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns exceeded expectations. The match started with a crowd largely favouring Lesnar as the two powerhouses clashed for a gruelling ten minutes. Reigns managed to bust Lesnar open, intensifying the battle. As both superstars fought with signature moves, including spears, F-5s, Superman punches, and Germans, the match reached its climax.
Just as Lesnar and Reigns lay recovering, Seth Rollins, with his Money in the Bank briefcase, seized the opportunity. He struck Lesnar with a curb stomp, but Lesnar caught him during a second attempt. Before Lesnar could hit the F-5, Reigns re-entered the ring and speared Lesnar. In a surprising turn of events, Rollins swiftly capitalised on the chaos, delivering a curb stomp to Reigns.
Within minutes, Rollins became the WWE World Heavyweight Champion, creating a historic ending to the match known as the “Heist of the Century.” The Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns encounter at WrestleMania 31 showcased incredible athleticism and concluded with an all-time great twist, leaving fans in awe.
#2 Kurt Angle (c) vs. Brock Lesnar, WWE Championship Match, WrestleMania XIX (2003)
Brock Lesnar (Source: Twitter)
The Kurt Angle vs. Brock Lesnar WWE Championship match at WrestleMania XIX in 2003 was marred by a botched shooting star press from Lesnar that became the main talking point of the encounter. The storyline leading up to the match involved Lesnar losing the title to Angle due to Big Show‘s interference and Angle retaining the championship against Chris Benoit to set up the WrestleMania clash.
Despite Angle working through a neck injury and Lesnar main-eventing WrestleMania in his first appearance, the match took an unexpected turn. Lesnar attempted a shooting star press from the far turnbuckle but fell short, suffering a concussion. Improvising, Lesnar managed to execute a third F5 to secure the victory. The unfortunate incident left a lasting memory in the minds of fans and became a pivotal moment in the match.
#1 Brock Lesnar vs. Goldberg, WrestleMania XX (2004)
Brock Lesnar (Source: Twitter)
Brock Lesnar and Goldberg’s clash at WrestleMania XX in 2004 was marred by a series of unfortunate circumstances. The buildup to the match was intense, with both superstars involved in backstage altercations and interference in each other’s matches. However, the match itself turned out to be one of the most disappointing in WrestleMania history. The crowd, aware that both Lesnar and Goldberg were leaving the company, reacted with hostility and disinterest.
The slow start to the match only added to the lacklustre atmosphere. Despite a few big moves and both men kicking out each other’s finishers, the crowd remained unengaged. Eventually, Goldberg delivered a Jackhammer to Lesnar for the victory. The most entertaining moment came after the match when Stone Cold Steve Austin delivered his signature stunt to both competitors.
