10 Moments Which Define The Undertaker's WrestleMania Legacy

10. The Streak Begins (WrestleMania VII)

As far as 'the streak' goes, WrestleMania VII was where it all began. The Undertaker had only been part of WWE’s active roster for four months, but he’d already made an impact following his memorable Survivor Series 1990 debut. He replaced Brother Love with Paul Bearer as his manager and squashed countless wrestlers on the road to WrestleMania, building his aura of invincibility, and presenting himself as a huge deal.

Though 'Taker’s career didn’t really take-off until after the event, his match with Jimmy Snuka was a major turning point. The bout itself was nothing special, and panned out as little more than an extended squash, but it kick-started his legendary 'Mania run, and for that reason, it retains an important place in 'The Deadman’s career history.

Undertaker surged in the aftermath. He started his first major feud with The Ultimate Warrior shortly after, and soon entered the WWE Championship picture, defeating Hulk Hogan for the belt at Survivor Series 1991, just over a year after debuting. Though his push was always forthcoming, 'Taker’s first match on the biggest show of the year should be seen as a springboard, and a pivotal moment in his young career.