10 Best WWE WrestleMania Midcard Title Matches
1. Randy Savage Vs Ricky Steamboat (WrestleMania III)
How could it be anything else? In a move that will surprise no one (bar that one person already scolding me in the comments, arguing how Rock Vs Shamrock from Mania XIV is an underrated classic) the top spot is reserved for the most famous WrestleMania match not for a World Championship.
The archetype of near falls, false finishes and layered drama, Savage Vs Steamboat is rightly lauded as one of the greatest matches in WrestleMania history. With a clear heel vs face dynamic, the match played out like a well-rehearsed dance. The smooth, flawless performance of both men owed a lot to Savage’s meticulous planning before the event.
The story goes that Savage faxed Steamboat countless pages laying out every spot in the match. The preparation clearly paid off; the match ushered in a faster pace that inspired generations of future performers. If you are a modern fan deterred from going back and watching matches from this era due to a perceived disconnect in style, then this match is perfect to dip your toe into.
Full of drama, athleticism and pageantry, the match paved the way for performers to strive towards stealing the show from the established main events.