10 Hidden Gem WWE PG Era Matches You Need To Revisit
10. Randy Orton Vs. Goldust (Raw - 9th September 2013)
There's a decent argument to be made that Goldust is the most underrated wrestler in modern WWE history. The elder Rhodes brother has never had an opportunity to showcase his skills in the main event, but he has become a master of the good-to-great TV match throughout his time with the company, and still impresses when called upon today, even at 48 years old.
This match took place at the start of 'Dust's fifth WWE comeback, when he stepped up to defend his brother Cody's honour. The younger Rhodes had been fired as part of a storyline, and Goldust returned to the fold, tasked with defeating WWE Champion Randy Orton to win his sibling's contract back.
'The Golden One' lost, but put forth one of the most compelling singles performances of his career, matching 'The Viper' on every conceivable level. It was a spirited, emotion-fuelled performance from the former Intercontinental Champion, who had the crowd completely hooked from the very first lock-up, and had everyone biting on a near-fall following a late match Cross Rhodes. A full-time contract soon followed, and he remains with the company to this day.