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The Worst Episodes of WWE Rivals

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Actor and former WWE writer Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable discussion of WWE luminaries to delve into the storylines and dynamic characters behind the epic battles that built WWE. Each one-hour episode features archival

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    WWE Rivals Season 2 Episode 2 - Undertaker vs. Mankind
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    #1 - Undertaker vs. Mankind

    S2:E2

    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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  2. WWE Rivals Season 2 Episode 3 - The Rock vs. John Cena
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    #2 - The Rock vs. John Cena

    S2:E3

    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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  3. WWE Rivals Season 2 Episode 4 - Triple H vs. Batista
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    #3 - 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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  4. WWE Rivals Season 2 Episode 6 - Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns
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    #4 - 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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  5. WWE Rivals Season 2 Episode 7 - Undertaker vs Randy Orton
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    #5 - 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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  6. WWE Rivals Season 2 Episode 9 - "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vs. Bret Hart
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    #6 - "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vs. Bret Hart

    S2:E9

    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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  7. WWE Rivals Season 2 Episode 10 - "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vs. Shawn Michaels
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    #7 - "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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  8. WWE Rivals Season 3 Episode 1 - Triple H vs. The Rock
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    #8 - Triple H vs. The Rock

    S3:E1

    Embarking on parallel paths to the top, The Rock and Triple H battled one another both in the ring and behind the scenes which fueled one of the greatest rivalries in sports entertainment history. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable of luminaries including Kevin Owens, Johnny Gargano and John Bradshaw Layfield to break down this epic rivalry.

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  9. WWE Rivals Season 3 Episode 2 - Jake "The Snake" Roberts vs. "Macho Man" Randy Savage
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    #9 - Jake "The Snake" Roberts vs. "Macho Man" Randy Savage

    S3:E2

    In the early 90s, 'Macho Man' Randy Savage and Jake 'The Snake' Roberts were entangled in the most personal of rivalries that centered around Randy's wife, Miss Elizabeth. Much more than a standard wrestling storyline, both men became embroiled in a heated battle that included a notorious snake bite in the ring. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Natalya Neidhart, Bayley and John Bradshaw Layfield to analyze their rivalry.

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  10. WWE Rivals Season 3 Episode 3 - Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels
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    #10 - Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels

    S3:E3

    For two decades, Undertaker and Shawn Michaels were the cornerstones of WWE. Behind the scenes, they were often at odds and had little in common. But despite personal animosity backstage, these two men had a magical chemistry on-screen, creating some of the most captivating moments in WWE history. A roundtable of experts composed of Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Nash, Cody Rhodes, Beth Phoenix and John Bradshaw Layfield shed light on this notable battle.

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  11. WWE Rivals Season 3 Episode 4 - John Cena vs. Randy Orton
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    #11 - 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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  12. WWE Rivals Season 3 Episode 5 - Hardy Boyz vs. Edge & Christian
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    #12 - Hardy Boyz vs. Edge & Christian

    S3:E5

    Willing to put their bodies on the line, these six men—The Hardy Boyz, The Dudley Boyz, and Edge & Christian—threw caution to the wind and embarked on a series of unforgettable battles that included some unique and painful artillery—tables, ladders and chairs. A roundtable composed of Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Owens, Johnny Gargano, Renee Paquette and John Bradshaw Layfield break down this groundbreaking rivalry.

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  13. WWE Rivals Season 3 Episode 6 - The Miz vs. Daniel Bryan
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    #13 - 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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  14. WWE Rivals Season 4 Episode 1 - Hulk Hogan vs. "Macho Man" Randy Savage
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    #14 - 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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  15. WWE Rivals Season 4 Episode 3 - John Cena vs. Batista
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    #15 - 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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  16. WWE Rivals Season 4 Episode 4 - Triple H vs. Seth Rollins
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    #16 - Triple H vs. Seth Rollins

    S4:E4

    When Seth Rollins began working for WWE, he heard some harsh truths from one of his idols, Triple H. But under the guidance of The Game, Seth grew to become a champion and one of the handpicked faces of the company. However, the two allies soon became bitter enemies, blurring the lines between reality and storyline. Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Natalya Neidhart, Cody Rhodes and John Bradshaw Layfield to analyze their unique rivalry.

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  17. WWE Rivals Season 4 Episode 5 - Ric Flair vs. Dusty Rhodes
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    #17 - 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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  18. WWE Rivals Season 4 Episode 6 - Hulk Hogan vs. The Rock
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    #18 - Hulk Hogan vs. The Rock

    S4:E6

    After a long run at WCW, Hulk Hogan returns to the WWE in 2002 and immediately engages in a confrontation with megastar The Rock, easily regarded as one the greatest spectacles in WWE history.

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  19. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 1 - "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vs. Undertaker
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    #19 - "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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  20. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 2 - "Rowdy" Roddy Piper vs. Mr. T
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    #20 - "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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  21. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 3 - Hulk Hogan vs. Ultimate Warrior
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    #21 - 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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  22. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 4 - Triple H vs. Shawn Michaels
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    #22 - 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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  23. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 5 - The Rock vs. Mick Foley
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    #23 - 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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  24. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 6 - Ric Flair vs. Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat
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    #24 - Ric Flair vs. Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat

    S5:E6

    In the late 70s, Ric Flair selects an unknown Ricky Steamboat to be his adversary in the ring; Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias leads a round-table discussion with Kevin Nash, Natalya Neidhart, Cody Rhodes and John Bradshaw Layfield to analyze this rivalry.

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  25. WWE Rivals Season 5 Episode 7 - Shawn Michaels vs. Scott Hall
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    #25 - 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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Worst Episodes Summary

"Undertaker vs. Mankind" is the worst rated episode of "WWE Rivals". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/26/2023. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "The Rock vs. John Cena".