We've arrived at the Sweet 16, where things really start to get serious. Let's take a look at the updated bracket for a refresher:
We have some very interesting matchup coming up, including some that we've seen play out in major ways on TV already. We'll take care of that left side of the bracket today.
(1) Hulk Hogan v. (4) The Undertaker
These two crossed paths a few times and shared wins, but at the time Taker was still on the come up while Huckster was getting to the end of his prime when they first met in the early 90's. While Hogan was the wrestling rockstar, Undertaker was every bit as good and then some in my eyes. He was bigger, meaner, had a better character, better moves, and that mystic aura around him is the centerpiece. Not to mention a certain record at WrestleMania.
WINNER: THE UNDERTAKER
(2) The Rock v. (3) Chris Jericho
Talk about guys who crossed paths before. Y2J made his debut interrupting The Rock.
They've had some of their best moments squaring off against each other, with their best battles coming outside the ring and on the mic.
By basically every metric, The Rock is THE star in WWE history. No one has gone on to have quite the career he has had, seeing as he's a massive movie star, a staple on Instagram and one of the most well-liked people on Earth. But how does Jericho stack up? Well, I think that he stacks up quite nicely in comparison to be frank with you, the reader. Jericho has the charisma, I think he is a better technical wrestler, had slightly better moves at his disposal, headlined two major companies during Rock's heyday, and has gone on to do even more. Jericho has aged like the finest wine. But can he claim he is a better wrestler than The Rock? They were incredibly evenly matched, sharing wins in a plethora of match types. I might have to flip a coin to decide this one if we're being honest. Gut call time, and I'm gonna hate my choice either way.
WINNER: CHRIS JERICHO
(5) Rey Mysterio v. (9) Jake Roberts
The slimy heel and the underdog babyface. A tale as old as time. As I've said before, Roberts has some of the better character work in wrestling history and sort of laid a blueprint for the quiet heel. But Mysterio just has too many iconic moments and accomplishments, on top of being one of the top Hispanic superstars ever.
WINNER: REY MYSTERIO
(2) Dusty Rhodes v. (14) Batista
Ah jeez. I was not looking forward to this one. Like, look at Dusty Rhodes. Look at him! How can you not love that man? By all accounts, just one of the best humans to exist. He was an innovator, a trailblazer, one of the most charismatic men to walk the planet. His speaking skills are some of my favorite. But GOD do I love me some Batista. The Animal didn't say much but his actions spoke a whole lot louder than his words could. His pure intensity is something you just marveled at. But then again, it's Dusty! But also, it's Batista! Another gut call and I already hate myself so this should be easier but it ain't.
WINNER: BATISTA
Second side of the bracket coming soon.
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