10 Best WWE WrestleMania Midcard Title Matches
2. Shawn Michaels Vs Razor Ramon (WrestleMania X)
At WrestleMania X, Shawn Michaels returned from a hiatus to challenge Razor Ramon to determine the true Intercontinental Champion. With both men holding a version of the belt, the decision was made to suspend both above the ring and have them face off in a Ladder Match.
The first match of its type to take place on WWE pay-per-view, it remains an iconic spectacle that stands in stark contrast to the modern iterations of the match type. There were no mindless daredevil spots utilized for a quick pop. Every use of the ladder here was thought out and meaningful, with the more high risk manoeuvres allowed to carry real substance.
WWE fans will have seen Michael’s splash from the ladder replayed countless times over the years, but the entire match is more than worth revisiting. The contest saw Michaels plant his flag firmly in the foundations of WrestleMania itself. Monikers such as The Showstopper and Mr Wrestlemania really began to gain traction after this performance.
Put simply, the match was ground-breaking, revolutionary and a showcase of the movement away from the larger than life "land of the giants" that WWE had been known for.