WWE would probably prefer this show not be included in this list, but nevertheless it remains one of the most memorable the company has presented. Anchored by a main event that many fans thought never had a chance to headline a major pay-per-view let alone a WrestleMania, 20 is a show that falls in the top 1/3rd of WWE presentations. The tragic and sickening events surrounding the death of Chris Benoit and his family have made this show hard for many to revisit, and one can't help but wonder if the reason it made the list is morbid curiosity. The match itself, featuring Benoit challenging for the World championship in a triple threat match against Shawn Michaels and Triple H, is an outstanding display of ring work and is objectively a top ten all-time WWE bout. Many people are unable to enjoy the contest in the wake of what happened, but clearly a significant portion of the WWE Network audience has gone back to check the show out. One reason could be the colossal car crash/clown show that was Brock Lesnar vs.Goldberg. The two departing superstars were met by a hostile crowd and responded by showing they couldn't give less of a sh*t about their match. The late Eddie Guerrero and Kurt Angle also put on a wrestling clinic with Eddie successfully defending his championship against the Olympic gold medalist, leading to the show-closing iconic moment that has gone from inspiring to depressing. The Rock n' Sock Connection also tore the house down against Evolution, and John Cena began his ascent to the throne with a win over The Big Show. Despite efforts to erase Benoit from history - or at least a refusal to acknowledge that he existed - the WWE universe sought this show out in large enough numbers to make this list.
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