10 WWE Battles With Fascinating Backstories
4. Trish Stratus Vs. Lita (Raw, December 6, 2004)
Hired due to her Barbie-like looks, Trish Stratus was a fitness model who had little knowledge of what it took to be a pro wrestler when she was signed her contract in 2000. Credit where credit is due, she worked her tail off, eventually turning into one of the best female performers WWE has ever had.
Similarly, Lita was right up there with her, and the pair were golden together. On the December 6, 2004 episode of Monday Night Raw, Stratus and Lita were set to meet in a grudge match for the WWE Women's Title. As real-life friends behind the curtain, they arrived at the arena together for the show.
It was only then that they realised they were in the main event. Nobody had told either woman about headlining, it came as a complete surprise. Incredibly, both had even questioned the match format sketched on a whiteboard backstage, confused as to why they were last on the list.
Both thought the card just hadn't been completed yet, but were astounded to learn that they were going on last. The pressure must have been huge, but they pulled it off and produced a compelling contest that is still talked about today.