As WrestleMania 41 unfolds this weekend at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium, the event continues to solidify its status as WWE’s premier spectacle. Since its inception in 1985, WrestleMania has evolved from a single-night affair into a multi-day extravaganza, featuring not only wrestling matches but also fan events, Hall of Fame inductions, and more.

A Brief History of WrestleMania

WrestleMania began on March 31, 1985, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The event was a gamble by WWE Chairman Vince McMahon, aiming to create a wrestling spectacle akin to the Super Bowl. The inaugural WrestleMania featured stars like Hulk Hogan and Mr. T, setting the stage for future events.

Over the years, WrestleMania has grown in scale and significance. Notable milestones include WrestleMania III in 1987, which drew a reported 93,173 fans to the Pontiac Silverdome, and WrestleMania 35 in 2019, which featured the first women’s main event in the show’s history.​

WWE’s Top 50 Greatest WrestleMania Matches

In celebration of WrestleMania’s 40th anniversary, WWE released an official ranking of the 50 greatest matches in the event’s history. The list, available on WWE’s YouTube channel, showcases a blend of classic and modern bouts. The top three matches are:

• The Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels – WrestleMania XXV

• Bret Hart vs. Stone Cold Steve Austin – WrestleMania 13

• The Rock vs. Hollywood Hulk Hogan – WrestleMania X8

The Undertaker’s WrestleMania Legacy

No discussion of WrestleMania is complete without mentioning The Undertaker. Debuting at WrestleMania VII in 1991, The Undertaker amassed an unprecedented 21-0 winning streak at the event. His streak was famously broken by Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania XXX in 2014. The Undertaker retired with a WrestleMania record of 25 wins and 2 losses, cementing his legacy as one of the event’s most iconic figures.

WrestleMania 41: Continuing the Tradition

WrestleMania 41 continues the tradition of delivering high-stakes matches and unforgettable moments. The event not only showcases the culmination of year-long storylines but also serves as a cultural phenomenon, drawing fans from around the world. As WWE looks to the future, WrestleMania remains a testament to the enduring appeal of professional wrestling.​

For a deeper dive into WWE’s Top 50 Greatest WrestleMania Matches, check out the following video: