The BEST episodes of WWE Rivals season 2

Every episode of WWE Rivals season 2, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of WWE Rivals season 2!

Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias leads a roundtable discussion of WWE luminaries to delve into the storylines and dynamic characters behind the epic battles that built the WWE. Each episode features archival footage from WWE's library as well as interviews with the wrestlers that watched these rivalries unfold.

Last Updated: 6/12/2025Network: A&EStatus: Continuing
Undertaker vs. Mankind
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8.47
17 votes

#1 - Undertaker vs. Mankind

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/26/2023

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.

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“Stone Cold” Steve Austin vs. Bret “Hitman” Hart
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8.25
20 votes

#2 - “Stone Cold” Steve Austin vs. Bret “Hitman” Hart

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 4/23/2023

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.

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Hulk Hogan vs. Andre The Giant
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8.23
22 votes

#3 - Hulk Hogan vs. Andre The Giant

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/19/2023

The main event at WrestleMania III between Hulk Hogan and Andre the Giant cements wrestling's place in pop culture history; Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable discussion with Booker T, Natalya, D-Von Dudley and John.

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“Stone Cold” Steve Austin vs. Shawn Michaels
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7.94
17 votes

#4 - “Stone Cold” Steve Austin vs. Shawn Michaels

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 4/23/2023

In the late 90’s, Shawn Michaels was a polarizing villain both inside and outside the ring. At the same time, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin was gaining popularity as a unique anti-hero in WWE. With Austin poised to be the next top WWE superstar, the two naturally collided. Adding to this powder keg, boxing legend Mike Tyson was hired as a special enforcer for their monumental match at WrestleMania 14. Freddie Prinze Jr., Booker T, Natalya, D-Von Dudley and John Bradshaw Layfield discuss this landmark clash that kicked off the Austin era in WWE.

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Triple H vs. Batista
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7.60
10 votes

#5 - Triple H vs. Batista

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/12/2023

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.

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Trish Stratus vs. Lita
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7.42
12 votes

#6 - Trish Stratus vs. Lita

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/19/2023

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.

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Undertaker vs. Randy Orton
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7.36
11 votes

#7 - Undertaker vs. Randy Orton

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/9/2023

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.

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Hulk Hogan vs. Rowdy Roddy Piper
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7.35
20 votes

#8 - Hulk Hogan vs. Rowdy Roddy Piper

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/16/2023

In 1985, Hulk Hogan leads WWE into a new era with the first "WrestleMania"; while Hogan gets much of the credit, his nemesis Rowdy Roddy Piper feels under-appreciated as the villain.

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Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns
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7.25
8 votes

#9 - Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/26/2023

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.

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The Rock vs. John Cena
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7.07
15 votes

#10 - The Rock vs. John Cena

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/5/2023

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.

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