10 Most Polarising Undertaker Moments Ever

WrestleMania 33's teased retirement is just the tip of the iceberg...

The Undertaker WrestleMania 33
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One need only look at the terrified expressions on faces of young children as The Undertaker ambled towards ringside to know that his Survivor Series 1990 debut was a resounding success; there wasn't a character quite like 'Taker when he first appeared, and it's startling to realise there isn't one like him now in 2017.

Hints were dropped at WrestleMania 33 that one of WWE's greatest ever creations will finally stroll off into the sunset, but that isn't the first time 'Taker has divided opinion throughout his (frankly staggering) length of service.

In the almost 27-year span of that epic WWE career, there have been storyline deaths, ill-conceived feuds, legendary streaks being conquered, complete gimmick overhauls and even mock crucifixions.

All of these aspects of 'Taker's journey have made it a fascinating one, and they have simultaneously turned his career into one of the most polarising in living memory...

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