WWE Rivals

As "Stone Cold" Steve Austin began his path to becoming one of the biggest stars in sports entertainment history, he would find himself tested against WWE stalwart Undertaker. From their early battles on Monday Night Raw to headlining The World's Most Famous Arena, these two icons pushed each other to new heights and cemented their WWE status. Gabriel Iglesias leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Owens, Natalya Neidhart, X-Pac and John Bradshaw Layfield to break down their epic rivalry.

Mr. T was among the most recognizable faces in Hollywood who stepped into the squared circle, which didn't bode well with Roddy Piper, the top heel in professional wrestling. When their two worlds collided, it led to one of the most bitter rivalries in WWE history - both in and outside the ring, and on a personal level. A roundtable composed of Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias, Kevin Owens, Natalya Neidhart, X-Pac and John Bradshaw Layfield, discuss this legendary rivalry.

The immortal Hulk Hogan and Ultimate Warrior were the premiere real-life superheroes that dominated an era. Two forces of good colliding inside the squared circle. But behind the scenes, jealousy torpedoed their working relationship, and the two men became bitter rivals. Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias, Kevin Nash, John Bradshaw Layfield, Natalya Neidhart and Cody Rhodes break down this explosive rivalry. 

For 30 years, Triple H and Shawn Michaels have been connected, both on TV and behind the curtain. When their relationship is shattered in real life, the two former friends go to war on screen. The line between fact and storyline is truly blurred in this epic rivalry. A roundtable composed of Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias, Kofi Kingston, Natalya Neidhart, Kevin Nash and John Bradshaw Layfield, discuss this quintessential rivalry. 

The Rock and Mick Foley were on the cusp of greatness in 1998. The two thrilled audiences with their extremely physical and highly entertaining rivalry. Once their rivalry ended, it set the table for one of the most memorable tag teams of all time. Gabriel Iglesias, Kevin Owens, John Bradshaw Layfield, X-Pac and Natalya discuss this unforgettable rivalry that forged paths for two WWE icons. 

In the late '70s, Ric Flair selects an unknown Ricky Steamboat to be his adversary in the ring, teaching Steamboat the ropes. As the years progress, the differences between the two men grow deeper. When they reunite in the late '80s, they use their unmatched technical wrestling skills to put on the greatest trilogy of matches in wrestling history   Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Natalya Neidhart, Cody Rhodes and John Bradshaw Layfield to analyze this unforgettable rivalry. 

In the early 90s, the wrestling business was at a crossroads. Two men – Shawn Michaels and Scott Hall – would show the world what the future had in store through their heated personal rivalry and a groundbreaking first-ever ladder match. This unique spectacle set the blueprint for future generations of aspiring wrestlers. Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias breaks down this memorable rivalry with Kevin Owens, Natalya Neidhart, X-Pac and John Bradshaw Layfield.

For nearly 30 years, these men served as the foundation for this company. Their chemistry, competitiveness and ability to withstand a ruthless amount of pain, set the bar for their contemporaries and generations to come. Plus, their three WrestleMania matches are arguably some of the greatest matches of all time. Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias, Kofi Kingston, Natalya Neidhart, Kevin Nash and John Bradshaw Layfield, break down the rivalry of two WWE titans.

oman Reigns and Seth Rollins began their careers in WWE on opposite ends: one a talented beginner from a wrestling dynasty, the other a world-traveled independent star. But when they were paired together as The Shield, the two formed a brotherhood that seemed unbreakable. However, a betrayal would shatter that relationship. They would soon engage in a decade long rivalry, which is still pertinent today.

n the early nineties, Ric Flair shocked the wrestling world by leaving WCW to join WWE. Soon after, Flair began an intense rivalry with Randy Savage when he claimed that he had a relationship with Savage's wife, the lovely Miss Elizabeth.

Becky Lynch & Charlotte Flair both had their sights set at the top of the wrestling industry, but each soon found that the other was standing in their way.

Hulk Hogan and Randy Savage were two men who pushed each other to greatness. They were close friends outside the ring and bitter enemies when the bell rang. Together, with Randy's real life wife Elizabeth, they told a tale of redemption and love inside the squared circle that ended in betrayal, tragedy and finally triumph. Gabriel Iglesias leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Natalya Neidhart, Cody Rhodes and John Bradshaw Layfield to analyze their monumental rivalry.

When the Monday Night Wars between WWE & WCW ended, the superstars of both franchises found themselves under one roof. WCW star, Booker T sought to make a name for himself by battling WWE's biggest superstar, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, both in and out of the ring, across multiple arenas, supermarkets, and even a church! Gabriel Iglesias breaks down this memorable rivalry with Kofi Kingston, Natalya Neidhart, X-Pac and John Bradshaw Layfield.

John Cena and Batista started their WWE run around the same time and for years, their careers ran parallel to each other. The real conflict, however, was behind the scenes with a battle for WWE supremacy. The result was one man becoming the face of the company, and the other playing second fiddle. Inevitably, they would face off in the ring with a historic rivalry that dominated the 2000s. Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias breaks down this powerful rivalry with Kofi Kingston, Natalya Neidhart, X-Pac and John Bradshaw Layfield.

When Seth Rollins began working for WWE, he heard some harsh truths from one of his idols, Triple H. But under the guidance of The Game, Seth grew to become a champion and one of the handpicked faces of the company. However, the two allies soon became bitter enemies, blurring the lines between reality and storyline. Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Natalya Neidhart, Cody Rhodes and John Bradshaw Layfield to analyze their unique rivalry.

Dusty Rhodes, better known as "The American Dream," captured the hearts of millions of fans in the 70's and 80's. Among those fans was a young wrestler, who would eventually become known as the "Nature Boy," Ric Flair. Dusty helped Ric on his journey of becoming a superstar. The two would square off in classic confrontations, in the ring and on the mic, as they each competed to become the top star in the industry. A roundtable composed of Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias, Kofi Kingston, Natalya Neidhart, X-Pac and John Bradshaw Layfield, discuss this unforgettable rivalry.

This rivalry between two icons is easily regarded as one the greatest spectacles in WWE history. After a long run at WCW, Hogan returned to the WWE in 2002 and immediately engaged in a confrontation with megastar, The Rock. What transpired was a dream match at WrestleMania 18, where The Rock competed against his childhood idol, Hulk Hogan on the grandest stage of them all. A roundtable lead by Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias, Kofi Kingston, Natalya Neidhart, X-Pac and John Bradshaw Layfield, discuss this iconic rivalry.

Embarking on parallel paths to the top, The Rock and Triple H battled one another both in the ring and behind the scenes which fueled one of the greatest rivalries in sports entertainment history. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable of luminaries including Kevin Owens, Johnny Gargano and John Bradshaw Layfield to break down this epic rivalry.

In the early 90s, 'Macho Man' Randy Savage and Jake 'The Snake' Roberts were entangled in the most personal of rivalries that centered around Randy's wife, Miss Elizabeth. Much more than a standard wrestling storyline, both men became embroiled in a heated battle that included a notorious snake bite in the ring. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Natalya Neidhart, Bayley and John Bradshaw Layfield to analyze their rivalry.

For two decades, Undertaker and Shawn Michaels were the cornerstones of WWE. Behind the scenes, they were often at odds and had little in common. But despite personal animosity backstage, these two men had a magical chemistry on-screen, creating some of the most captivating moments in WWE history. A roundtable of experts composed of Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Nash, Cody Rhodes, Beth Phoenix and John Bradshaw Layfield shed light on this notable battle.

John Cena and Randy Orton first met at WWE's developmental training in 2002. Unknowingly at the time, they would eventually clash in a rivalry that would span over a decade. Things even got personal when John Cena's father got involved with their feud. Freddie Prinze Jr. breaks down this great rivalry with Booker T, Natalya Neidhart, D-Von Dudley and John Bradshaw Layfield.

Willing to put their bodies on the line, these six men--The Hardy Boyz, The Dudley Boyz, and Edge & Christian--threw caution to the wind and embarked on a series of unforgettable battles that included some unique and painful artillery--tables, ladders and chairs. A roundtable composed of Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Owens, Johnny Gargano and John Bradshaw Layfield break down this groundbreaking rivalry.

From their countless physical clashes for over a decade to one of the most infamous moments on a sports entertainment talk show, The Miz and Daniel Bryan were destined adversaries. Their battles helped one another reach the pinnacle of their craft...leaving an undeniable mark on the industry. Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Owens, Johnny Gargano and John Bradshaw Layfield give weight to this unforgettable rivalry.

The main event at WrestleMania III between Hulk Hogan and Andre the Giant was a tipping point for WWE, cementing wrestling's place in pop culture history. But Andre and Hogan's rivalry goes back nearly a decade, where Hogan had to earn the trust of the "8th wonder of the World." The torch was soon passed from Andre to Hogan, who became the biggest star in the history of professional wrestling. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable discussion with Booker T, Natalya, D-Von Dudley and John Bradshaw Layfield about this historic rivalry.

After dominating most of the WWE roster in the mid 90's, Undertaker needed an opponent who could push him both physically and mentally. Mankind (aka Mick Foley) became that perfect adversary for "The Deadman." Together, these larger-than-life characters created unforgettable moments each time the bell rang, culminating in their spectacular 1998 Hell in a Cell match. A roundtable of luminaries including Freddie Prinze Jr., Booker T, Natalya, D-Von Dudley and John Bradshaw Layfield discuss this quintessential rivalry.

The Rock helped send WWE to new heights in the late 90s during the "Attitude Era." But once Hollywood came calling, a bold and brash upstart named John Cena soon won over the entire WWE Universe and became the face of the company. However, Cena's public criticisms of The Rock led to verbal attacks both on and off the screen and eventually a dream match for WWE fans. Freddie Prinze Jr. breaks down this great rivalry with Kevin Nash, Natalya, Bayley and John Bradshaw Layfield.

In the early 2000's, Triple H became the mentor of a young talent named Batista. Over time, the two began to clash, leading to an epic rivalry in 2005. Batista soon became a main event player and would eventually leave WWE to star in Hollywood movies. However, Batista later returned for one final match against the man that made him a superstar, Triple H. This feud is dissected by a roundtable of experts including Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Nash, Natalya, Bayley and John Bradshaw Layfield.

During the peak of WWE's "Attitude Era," two women helped redefine what it meant to be a female competitor in sports entertainment. During their on-screen rivalry, Trish Stratus reached exceptional highs, while Lita would face a number of roadblocks. But these two female superstars broke boundaries battling each other in an unprecedented main event match on Monday Night RAW. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Cody Rhodes, Beth Phoenix and John Bradshaw Layfield.

Spanning over seven years, Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns had one of the longest rivalries in WWE history. When Brock made his dramatic return to WWE in 2012, Roman burst on the scene and quickly rose to stardom. What followed was an intense rivalry with some of the most brutal matches that fans have ever seen. A roundtable composed of Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Owens, Johnny Gargano, Renee Paquette and John Bradshaw Layfield shed light on this notable battle.

Undertaker's legacy was challenged in 2005 when Randy Orton set out to destroy WWE legends in the ring. Orton's "Legend Killer" status eventually led to a memorable Hell in a Cell Match with "The Deadman." Along with Freddie Prinze Jr., Booker T, Natalya, D-Von Dudley and John Bradshaw Layfield, Orton and Undertaker go behind-the-scenes to discuss their wild and fiery moments.

In 1985, Hulk Hogan led WWE into a new era with the first WrestleMania. While Hogan got much of the credit, his nemesis 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper felt under-appreciated as the villain. Piper held a personal grudge against Hogan for years and these two larger-than-life personalities remained at odds for nearly two decades. Freddie Prinze Jr., Booker T, Natalya, D-Von Dudley and John Bradshaw Layfield break down this groundbreaking rivalry.

In 1996, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin was climbing to the top of the WWE roster. However, one man stood in his path: Bret "Hitman" Hart, one of greatest wrestlers at the time. Austin's edgy demeanor clashed with Hart's traditionalist style, creating an explosive rivalry on screen that fans couldn't get enough of. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable of luminaries including Kevin Owens, Johnny Gargano, Renee Paquette and John Bradshaw Layfield to break down this epic rivalry.

In the late '90s, Shawn Michaels was a polarizing villain, both inside and outside the ring; with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin poised to be the next top WWE superstar, the two naturally collided.

The most heated and personal rivalry in sports entertainment history takes center stage. In the 1990s, Bret "The Hitman" Hart and Shawn Michaels excelled inside the ring, but behind the scenes real-life issues between the men boiled over in a moment known as "The Montreal Screw Job." Former WWE writer Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable of Legends and Superstars that includes Kevin Nash, Kofi Kingston, Tamina and John Bradshaw Layfield.

Exploring the 20-year rivalry of two of the greatest characters in WWE history; the on-screen animosity and behind-the-scenes friendship resulted in one of WWE's greatest and most legendary stories.

In 1998, Stone Cold Steve Austin took the sports entertainment world by storm, while Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson was a rising star in WWE. While the megastars pushed the industry to new heights, their rivalry developed both on screen and behind the scenes to create two of the most memorable Superstars in the world. Former WWE writer Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable of Legends and Superstars that includes Kevin Nash, Kofi Kingston, Tamina and John Bradshaw Layfield, dissecting one of WWE's biggest on-screen rivalries in history.

The on-screen rivalry between Kurt Angle and Brock Lesnar is a clash of two of the most highly decorated amateur wrestlers to ever lace up boots in WWE. Every time these two men stepped into a WWE ring, their moves set the bar for true athleticism. But personal issues outside the ring complicated things inside the squared circle. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Cody Rhodes, Beth Phoenix and John Bradshaw Layfield, to break down this unique rivalry.

The battle between WWE and WCW for the top spot on television in the mid '90s and early 2000s takes the entertainment world by storm; commonly known as the "Monday Night Wars," WWE uses its cutting-edge product to combat Ted Turner's WCW.

From street fights at Madison Square Garden to battling inside Hell in a Cell, Mick Foley becomes the measuring stick for "Hunter Hearst Helmsley" (aka Triple H) to prove his true toughness.

Cena and Edge relive their epic conflicts against one another; Freddie Prinze Jr. breaks down what made this rivalry all so memorable in a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Cody Rhodes, Beth Phoenix and John Bradshaw Layfield.

The on-screen rivalry between Eddie Guerrero & Rey Mysterio was a true battle between two of the most dynamic and successful luchadores in sports entertainment history. From their revolutionary matches to their intense plot line involving Rey's son Dominick, both Rey & Eddie pushed the envelope when it came to storytelling inside and outside of the ring. A roundtable of experts composed of Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Nash, Natalya Neidhart, Bayley and John Bradshaw Layfield, break down this emotional journey.

Stephanie McMahon & Brie Bella's on-screen rivalry inspired a revolution in sports entertainment, showing that two women could be main event superstars and draw money, just as well as their male counterparts. Stephanie hadn't competed in the ring in over a decade and her match with Brie at SummerSlam was a pinnacle moment for them as well as the entire female superstar roster. A roundtable of experts featuring Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Nash, Kofi Kingston, Tamina and John Bradshaw Layfield, digs into this unforgettable rivalry.