11. Chris Jericho
Despite being inactive for the second half of 2013, Chris Jericho was so good in the first half of the year he has almost cracked the top 10. The highly skilled and experienced veteran is one of the most assured acts in wrestling, he returned to WWE at the Royal Rumble and lasted 47 minutes. His longevity in that match is testament to his ability. He then went on to have an entertaining series of matches with Dolph Ziggler and starred in February's Elimination Chamber match. Over the next few months Jericho showed his quality time and time again when he carried action against The Miz, Shield, Barrett and Fandango - whom he put over at Wrestlemania. Next up was a match of the year contender against CM Punk at Payback, and a stunning match against Rob Van Dam. After elevating the talent of Ryback and Curtis Axel, Jericho once again bowed out of WWE. His many matches in that first half of the year were all of a very high standard. His mic work and segments also ranked among the best in the company. Chris Jericho is a complete talent, his work rate and quality seemed better than ever in 2013.
Highlight of the year: Match of the year contender against CM Punk at Payback