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The Worst Episodes of WWE Rivals

Every episode of WWE Rivals ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of WWE Rivals!

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    WWE Rivals Season 1 Episode 9 - Stephanie McMahon vs. Brie Bella
    6.3/10(60 votes)

    #1 - Stephanie McMahon vs. Brie Bella

    S1:E9

    Stephanie McMahon & Brie Bella's on-screen rivalry inspired a revolution in sports entertainment, showing that two women could be main event superstars and draw money, just as well as their male counterparts. Stephanie hadn't competed in the ring in over a decade and her match with Brie at SummerSlam was a pinnacle moment for them as well as the entire female superstar roster. A roundtable of experts featuring Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Nash, Kofi Kingston, Tamina and John Bradshaw Layfield, digs into this unforgettable rivalry.

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  2. WWE Rivals Season 4 Episode 5 - Ric Flair vs. Dusty Rhodes
    6.6/10(28 votes)

    #2 - Ric Flair vs. Dusty Rhodes

    S4:E5

    Dusty Rhodes, better known as “The American Dream,” captured the hearts of millions of fans in the 70’s and 80’s. Among those fans was a young wrestler, who would eventually become known as the “Nature Boy,” Ric Flair. Dusty helped Ric on his journey of becoming a superstar. The two would square off in classic confrontations, in the ring and on the mic, as they each competed to become the top star in the industry. A roundtable composed of Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias, Kofi Kingston, Natalya Neidhart, X-Pac and John Bradshaw Layfield, discuss this unforgettable rivalry.

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  3. WWE Rivals Season 4 Episode 3 - John Cena vs. Batista
    6.7/10(33 votes)

    #3 - John Cena vs. Batista

    S4:E3

    John Cena and Batista started their WWE run around the same time and for years, their careers ran parallel to each other. The real conflict, however, was behind the scenes with a battle for WWE supremacy. The result was one man becoming the face of the company, and the other playing second fiddle. Inevitably, they would face off in the ring with a historic rivalry that dominated the 2000s. Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias breaks down this powerful rivalry with Kofi Kingston, Natalya Neidhart, X-Pac and John Bradshaw Layfield.

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  4. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 9 - Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins
    6.8/10(21 votes)

    #4 - Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins

    S5:E9

    Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins began their careers in WWE on opposite ends; when they are paired together as The Shield, the two form a brotherhood that seem unbreakable; a betrayal shatter that relationship.

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  5. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 8 - Undertaker vs. Triple H
    6.9/10(19 votes)

    #5 - Undertaker vs. Triple H

    S5:E8

    For nearly 30 years, these men served as the foundation for this company; their chemistry, competitiveness and ability to withstand a ruthless amount of pain, set the bar for their contemporaries and generations to come.

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  6. WWE Rivals Season 2 Episode 6 - Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns
    7.1/10(59 votes)

    #6 - Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns

    S2:E6

    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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  7. WWE Rivals Season 2 Episode 7 - Undertaker vs Randy Orton
    7.2/10(60 votes)

    #7 - Undertaker vs Randy Orton

    S2:E7

    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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  8. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 1 - "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vs. Undertaker
    7.2/10(24 votes)

    #8 - "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vs. Undertaker

    S5:E1

    Gabriel Iglesias leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Owens, Natalya Neidhart, X-Pac and John Bradshaw Layfield to break down "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Undertaker's epic rivalry.

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  9. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 7 - Shawn Michaels vs. Scott Hall
    7.2/10(21 votes)

    #9 - Shawn Michaels vs. Scott Hall

    S5:E7

    Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias breaks down Shawn Michaels and Scott Hall's memorable rivalry with Kevin Owens, Natalya Neidhart, X-Pac and John Bradshaw Layfield.

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  10. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 4 - Triple H vs. Shawn Michaels
    7.3/10(25 votes)

    #10 - Triple H vs. Shawn Michaels

    S5:E4

    For 30 years, Triple H and Shawn Michaels have been connected on TV and behind the curtain; when their relationship shatters in real life, the two former friends go to war on screen.

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  11. WWE Rivals Season 3 Episode 6 - The Miz vs. Daniel Bryan
    7.4/10(33 votes)

    #11 - The Miz vs. Daniel Bryan

    S3:E6

    From their countless physical clashes for over a decade to one of the most infamous moments on a sports entertainment talk show, The Miz and Daniel Bryan were destined adversaries. Their battles helped one another reach the pinnacle of their craft…leaving an undeniable mark on the industry. Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Owens, Johnny Gargano and John Bradshaw Layfield give weight to this unforgettable rivalry.

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  12. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 3 - Hulk Hogan vs. Ultimate Warrior
    7.4/10(26 votes)

    #12 - Hulk Hogan vs. Ultimate Warrior

    S5:E3

    The immortal Hulk Hogan and Ultimate Warrior are the premiere real-life superheroes that dominated an era; two forces of good colliding inside the squared circle; but behind the scenes, jealousy torpedoed their working relationship.

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  13. WWE Rivals Season 2 Episode 4 - Triple H vs. Batista
    7.5/10(62 votes)

    #13 - Triple H vs. Batista

    S2:E4

    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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  14. WWE Rivals Season 3 Episode 4 - John Cena vs. Randy Orton
    7.5/10(36 votes)

    #14 - John Cena vs. Randy Orton

    S3:E4

    John Cena and Randy Orton first met at WWE’s developmental training in 2002. Unknowingly at the time, they would eventually clash in a rivalry that would span over a decade. Things even got personal when John Cena’s father got involved with their feud. Freddie Prinze Jr. breaks down this great rivalry with Booker T, Natalya Neidhart, D-Von Dudley and John Bradshaw Layfield.

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  15. WWE Rivals Season 4 Episode 2 - "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vs. Booker T
    7.5/10(41 votes)

    #15 - "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vs. Booker T

    S4:E2

    When the Monday Night Wars between WWE & WCW ended, the superstars of both franchises found themselves under one roof. WCW star, Booker T sought to make a name for himself by battling WWE’s biggest superstar, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, both in and out of the ring, across multiple arenas, supermarkets, and even a church! Gabriel Iglesias breaks down this memorable rivalry with Kofi Kingston, Natalya Neidhart, X-Pac and John Bradshaw Layfield.

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  16. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 2 - "Rowdy" Roddy Piper vs. Mr. T
    7.5/10(24 votes)

    #16 - "Rowdy" Roddy Piper vs. Mr. T

    S5:E2

    Mr. T stepped into the squared circle, which didn't bode well with Roddy Piper; when their worlds collided, it led to a bitter rivalry; Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias, Kevin Owens, Natalya Neidhart, X-Pac and John Bradshaw Layfield, discuss this rivalry.

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  17. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 5 - The Rock vs. Mick Foley
    7.5/10(22 votes)

    #17 - The Rock vs. Mick Foley

    S5:E5

    The Rock and Mick Foley were on the cusp of greatness in 1998; once their rivalry ended, it set the table for one of the most memorable tag teams of all time.

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  18. WWE Rivals Season 1 Episode 6 - Triple H vs. Mick Foley
    7.6/10(71 votes)

    #18 - Triple H vs. Mick Foley

    S1:E6

    There were never two more polar opposites than Mick Foley & "Hunter Hearst Helmsley" (aka Triple H). From street fights at Madison Square Garden to battling inside Hell in a Cell, Mick would be the measuring stick for Hunter to prove his true toughness. All while Helmsley shined a spotlight on Foley's more relatable human side, allowing WWE's most unlikely hero to carve out his place in history. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Cody Rhodes, Beth Phoenix and John Bradshaw Layfield, to break down this unique rivalry.

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  19. WWE Rivals Season 1 Episode 7 - John Cena vs. Edge
    7.6/10(75 votes)

    #19 - John Cena vs. Edge

    S1:E7

    In 2006, John Cena & Edge's battle over the WWE Championship brought both Superstars to new heights...something they only could have reached together. Their combustible rivalry saw two men who appeared on-screen as opposites, but shared the same goal of becoming champions. Cena and Edge relive their epic conflicts against one another exclusively here. Plus, Freddie Prinze Jr. breaks down what made this all so memorable in a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Cody Rhodes, Beth Phoenix and John Bradshaw Layfield.

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  20. WWE Rivals Season 1 Episode 2 - Undertaker vs. Kane
    7.7/10(75 votes)

    #20 - Undertaker vs. Kane

    S1:E2

    The twenty year rivalry of two of the greatest characters in WWE history, Undertaker and Kane, is explored in this episode. From outlandish matches that featured fire to ending in a casket, the on-screen animosity and behind-the-scenes friendship resulted in one of WWE's greatest and most legendary stories. Former WWE writer Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable of Legends and Superstars that includes Kevin Nash, Kofi Kingston, Tamina and John Bradshaw Layfield, breaking down one of WWE's most legendary stories.

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  21. WWE Rivals Season 1 Episode 4 - Brock Lesnar vs. Kurt Angle
    7.7/10(79 votes)

    #21 - Brock Lesnar vs. Kurt Angle

    S1:E4

    The on-screen rivalry between Kurt Angle and Brock Lesnar is a clash of two of the most highly decorated amateur wrestlers to ever lace up boots in WWE. Every time these two men stepped into a WWE ring, their moves set the bar for true athleticism. But personal issues outside the ring complicated things inside the squared circle. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Cody Rhodes, Beth Phoenix and John Bradshaw Layfield, to break down this unique rivalry.

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  22. WWE Rivals Season 2 Episode 8 - Hulk Hogan vs. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper
    7.7/10(61 votes)

    #22 - Hulk Hogan vs. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper

    S2:E8

    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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  23. WWE Rivals Season 2 Episode 10 - "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vs. Shawn Michaels
    7.7/10(54 votes)

    #23 - "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vs. Shawn Michaels

    S2:E10

    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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  24. WWE Rivals Season 4 Episode 1 - Hulk Hogan vs. "Macho Man" Randy Savage
    7.7/10(37 votes)

    #24 - Hulk Hogan vs. "Macho Man" Randy Savage

    S4:E1

    Hulk Hogan and Randy Savage were two men who pushed each other to greatness. They were close friends outside the ring and bitter enemies when the bell rang. Together, with Randy’s real life wife Elizabeth, they told a tale of redemption and love inside the squared circle that ended in betrayal, tragedy and finally triumph. Gabriel Iglesias leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Natalya Neidhart, Cody Rhodes, and John Bradshaw Layfield to analyze their monumental rivalry.

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  25. WWE Rivals Season 1 Episode 5 - WWE vs. WCW
    7.8/10(85 votes)

    #25 - WWE vs. WCW

    S1:E5

    The battle between WWE & WCW for the top spot on television in the mid 90's/early 2000's, took the entertainment world by storm. Commonly known as the "Monday Night Wars," WWE used its cutting-edge product to combat Ted Turner's WCW. But in a landscape where only one company could survive, this rivalry was a true roller-coaster ride until the very end. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Kofi Kingston, Tamina and John Bradshaw Layfield, breaking down one of wrestling's most legendary stories.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Stephanie McMahon vs. Brie Bella" is the worst rated episode of "WWE Rivals". It scored 6.3/10 based on 60 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/4/2022. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Ric Flair vs. Dusty Rhodes".