5 Best Wrestling Matches of 2008

1. Chris Jericho vs. Shawn Michaels – Ladder Match – No Mercy 2008

Two of WWE's greatest superstars facing off in one of WWE's most brutal match types...

Despite being a violent ladder match, these two outstanding wrestlers managed to make pretty much everything make sense. They used the ladders to their fullest as weapons, creating many brutal moments involving one or both men being hit with the ladders.This epic fight was part of one of the greatest and most personal rivalries in WWE history.

It was Shawn Michaels, the man that was said to have innovated the ladder match in WWE, versus Jericho, who had won more high-profile ladder matches than anyone else in WWE (or so he claimed).

Yet while Michaels did a great job destroying Jericho’s legs with the ladder to make it harder for him to climb, this match was a great example of Jericho’s toughness and skill. First, he suffered a real injury when a ladder smashed one of his teeth. No matter how tough you are, any damage to your mouth and teeth is bound to hurt real bad (just ask Cesaro).

Second, Jericho got pushed off the giant ladder and fell fifteen feet, landing on his feet. He had perfect timing and knew how to land such a dangerous spot perfectly. If his timing were even slightly off, he could’ve damaged his knees and other ligaments beyond repair.

Finally, this match featured a unique and creative finishing sequence that left fans watching with bated breath. This is easily one of the most dramatic matches of the entire year, and worthy of being re-watched over and over again.