10 Awesome Wrestling Matches That Ended In A Draw
5. Kurt Angle Vs. Shawn Michaels - Raw Homecoming
J.R.'s assertion that "you're about to see a classic" and Coach's belief that "you can hype it up all you want and it's still going to be under-hyped" wasn't just hyperbole. This 30 Minute Iron Man match was a top-to-bottom masterpiece, and both performers were near the very top of their game. They took no time getting after it, as the usually showboating Michaels decided to forgo all the pretenses and charged right after the Olympic Gold Medalist.
It wasn't always the prettiest match, but the intensity never died down from the moment the opening bell was rung. This was an exhibit on tenacity and resiliency, with reversals and near-falls aplenty. And just when it seemed like there was going to be a last-minute submission by Angle to secure the win, Michaels was able to roll out of the Ankle Lock.
Then it looked like HBKwas going to take the match with some Sweet Chin Music but, unfortunately, there was only one second left on the clock by the time Michaels went for the pin.
That, ladies and gentlemen, is how you turn a tie into high drama.