#13 1997 (‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin):
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This was the Rumble match that began Austin’s main event ascent. The bout itself was centred entirely around Austin, and he worked very hard throughout to prove he had what it took to main event.
His feud with Bret Hart reached a fever pitch in this match, which would eventually lead to their spectacular WrestleMania XIII encounter. Aside from Austin’s work, however, this Rumble match doesn’t offer anything truly memorable. A one-man match if there ever was one.
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#12 1994 (Bret Hart & Lex Luger):
This is the only Rumble match in history to actually end in a tie.
They had both tumbled over at the same time, and the match ended with two referees each announcing a different winner. That alone makes it unique as far as Rumble matches go, but apart from that, there aren’t any truly memorable moments in this match. That is, of course, unless you count Diesel’s strong run.
#11 2002 (Triple H):
On one hand, this match will be remembered in WWE history as Triple H’s first big step back to the top of the company after a devastating injury. The reaction he received was unbelievable, and he was perceived as a conquering hero for his efforts in this match.
It was rather ironic, then, that within less than six months, he’d allegedly begin his ‘reign of terror’ that would see him become one of the most notorious backstage politicians in WWE history, and one of the most hated men in the industry.
On the other hand, this match will also be remembered for Maven eliminating the Undertaker in truly shocking fashion, and the lengths ‘Taker went to destroy Maven for his actions. It was as hilarious as it was brutal.
