kingofkings1984
Dark Match Winner
Difficult question imo, i would say out of a choice of my top five i would have to go with The Rock vs Stone Cold Mania 17. The two icons of the company at that time, i was hooked on the whole storyline and anticipated this match more than any ever (been watching since Mania 3) That video package with Limp Bizkit's 'My Way' beforehand couldnt have been done better, you just knew watching it live that you were about to witness history. The match delivered on a higher level than even i thought it would and at the time featured one of the best shocking heel turns in memory at that point, although i believe all parties involved regret the turn in heinsight. The 2 counts in the match made me jump out of my seat and Austin's reaction to these 2 counts was a masterpiece in pro wrestling story-telling. The use of the chair had never been done in that manner so repeatadly (besides the rock himself vs mick foley at rumble 99). Only downside which i picked up on whilst watching it live was Heyman's repeated "what are we witnessing" comments before the actual swerve between Austin & Vince had taken full affect. Maybe he was too excited i don't know but it was still a great shocking heel turn and fantastic match overall. btw 2nd place: HHH vs Taker same event, oh wait, silly me that wasn't a title match, how stupid do i look?!