THE BEST WWE BAD BLOOD MATCHES
1. Shawn Michaels Vs. The Undertaker – Hell in a Cell (Bad Blood 1997)
This match was not only the first Hell in a Cell, but also a watershed in WWE history. Shawn Michaels and The Undertaker entered the cage to settle one of the most heated rivalries of their careers, delivering a violent and emotional match. Filled with iconic moments, such as Michaels being thrown from the top of the cage, the match is still remembered for the shocking debut of Kane, who interfered, helping Michaels win. This match solidified the concept of Hell in a Cell as one of the most brutal in WWE.
2. Triple H vs. Shawn Michaels – Hell in a Cell (Bad Blood 2004)
Six years after the first Hell in a Cell, Bad Blood 2004 brought us yet another showdown inside the hellish structure, this time between Triple H and Shawn Michaels. With a rivalry that had already lasted for months, both men put it all on the line in an epic match that lasted nearly 50 minutes. Blood, sweat, and sacrifice defined this match, which proved to be one of the most exciting and violent of the era. In the end, Triple H emerged victorious, but both fighters left it all in the ring.
3. Triple H vs. Kevin Nash – Hell in a Cell (Bad Blood 2003)
Another Hell in a Cell classic occurred at Bad Blood 2003, where Triple H and Kevin Nash collided in a brutal battle for the World Heavyweight Title. With Mick Foley as the special guest referee, this match brought a level of intensity rarely seen. Weapons, brutality, and blood were all on the rise, and the match ended with Triple H retaining the title. While Nash is not traditionally known for violent matches, he showed his resilience in one of the best performances of his career.
4. Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. Chris Jericho vs. Chris Benoit – Triple Threat (Bad Blood 2001)
At Bad Blood 2001, Stone Cold Steve Austin defended the WWE Championship against Chris Jericho and Chris Benoit in a Triple Threat match. Each wrestler brought their own unique skill set, creating a technical and action-packed spectacle. Austin, as the villain, faced the favored duo of Jericho and Benoit, who temporarily joined forces. The match had several twists and turns, but in the end, Austin walked away with the title, after a performance that highlighted the qualities of each competitor.
5. Kane vs. Chris Benoit – World Heavyweight Championship (Bad Blood 2004)
Kane and Chris Benoit faced off at Bad Blood 2004 for the World Heavyweight Championship in a match that combined raw power and refined technique. Kane, always a force of nature, pushed Benoit to the limit with his brutality, but the champion, using his vast technical skill, managed to retain him in one of the most intense title defenses of the year. Benoit proved once again that his ability to outwork larger opponents set him apart as one of the best technical wrestlers in WWE.
6. Randy Orton vs. Shelton Benjamin – Intercontinental Championship (Bad Blood 2004)
This 2004 Intercontinental title match showcased two of WWE’s up-and-coming talents. Randy Orton, as champion, faced Shelton Benjamin in one of the best technical matches of the event. Both wrestlers displayed incredible chemistry, and the match was filled with great athletic maneuvers and quick counters. Orton managed to retain the title, but Benjamin’s performance solidified his status as a rising star.
Bad Blood may have been a short-lived event, but the impact of the matches that took place there remains to this day. The intense rivalries, Hell in a Cell matches, and epic title clashes helped define the era in which they were held. Whether it was for the drama, the violence, or the technical skill, Bad Blood will always be remembered as one of WWE's greatest achievements.
