Chris Jericho's 10 Best Matches, According To Cagematch.net
30 years ago, Chris Jericho began his professional wrestling career, and since then he has had a legendary career and built an unforgettable legacy. Undoubtedly, Chris Jericho is one of the best wrestlers of all time, as his character is one of the most iconic, his mic skills are incredible and his in-ring skills have always been fantastic.
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In that sense, throughout his career Y2J has put on memorable shows everywhere, and thus he has delivered countless great matches. But there are several Chris Jericho matches that are true wrestling classics. Here are Chris Jericho's best 10 matches, according to Cagematch.net ratings.
10 Money In The Bank Ladder Match – WrestleMania 21 (Rating: 9.07)
Chris Jericho, Edge, Chris Benoit, Christian, Kane and Shelton Benjamin contested the inaugural Money In The Bank Ladder Match, which took place at WrestleMania 21.
This is arguably the best Money In The Bank Ladder match of all time, as this new concept gave goose bumps to everyone. Every man involved played their part excellently, as there were multiple mind-blowing spots and the right winner was chosen. The Rated R Superstar managed to climb the ladder and take the briefcase, which was one of the biggest moments of his career.
9 Elimination Chamber Match - New Year's Revolution 2005 (Rating: 9.13)
The main event of New Year's Revolution 2005 was an Elimination Chamber match between Chris Jericho, Batista, Triple H, Edge, Chris Benoit and Randy Orton, with Shawn Michaels as special referee.
It was an extremely violent and bloody bout, the kind you don't see nowadays. The Puerto Rican crowd were absolutely stunned by the show they were watching. Chris Jericho eliminated Edge and was great until he was eliminated by Batista after 27 minutes. In the end, Triple H eliminated Randy Orton to emerge victorious in arguably the best Elimination Chamber match ever, and become World Heavyweight Champion.
8 Vs. The Dudley Boyz Vs. The Hardy Boyz Vs. Christian & Edge – SmackDown (Rating: 9.17)
On the May 24, 2001 episode of SmackDown, the World Tag Team Champions, Chris Jericho and Chris Benoit, faced off against Christian and Edge, the Dudley Boyz and the Hardy Boyz in a Tables, Ladders and Chairs match.
Christian and Edge, The Hardy Boyz and the Dudley Boyz had one of the best rivalries in WWE history, and adding Chris Jericho and Chris Benoit was a massive success. This match was truly brutal, with several jaw-dropping spots and superlative performances from all the men involved. In the end, Jericho and Benoit won the match and retained the gold.
7 Vs. Shawn Michaels – WrestleMania 19 (Rating: 9.19)
Many fans consider this to be the best match of WrestleMania 19, and that's saying something, considering this was one of the best pay-per-view events WWE has ever produced.
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Featuring two of the greatest wrestlers of all time, this bout did not disappoint. Shawn Michaels and Chris Jericho put on a true technical wrestling clinic, the character work from both was perfect and the storytelling was amazing. This match served to remind fans why they love professional wrestling.
6 Vs. Kenny Omega - Wrestle Kingdom 12 In Tokyo Dome (Rating: 9.20)
On January 4, 2018 at NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 12, Chris Jericho and Kenny Omega collided in a No Disqualification match for the IWGP United States Heavyweight Title.
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Even though Y2J was already 47 years old, this was one of the best performances of his career, which is admirable. Obviously, credit has to be given to Omega as well. The build to this match was perfect. It was an epic 34-minute affair, with hard-hitting action at its finest. To say this match was a masterpiece is an understatement.
5 Stadium Stampede Match – AEW Double Or Nothing 2020 (Rating: 9.21)
Chris Jericho and the rest of The Inner Circle (Jake Hager, Ortiz, Sammy Guevara and Santana) faced off against Matt Hardy and The Elite (Adam Page, Kenny Omega, Matt Jackson and Nick Jackson) in a Stadium Stampede match that took place at AEW Double Or Nothing 2020.
This match was previously taped, so it's understandable why it was so spectacular. There were amazing spots, comedy segments and tremendous performances from the men involved. In the end, Matt Hardy and The Elite prevailed.
4 Vs. Shawn Michaels – No Mercy 2008 (Rating: 9.25)
In the main event of No Mercy 2008, Chris Jericho defended the World Heavyweight Title against Shawn Michaels in a ladder match. Both the Heartbreak Kid and Y2J were experts in ladder matches and, indeed, they delivered an unforgettable bout, perhaps the best ladder match in WWE history.
The matchup had moments of technique, as well as moments of brutality and violence. Jericho and Michaels fought with intensity from start to finish, until the former managed to get the victory and retain the title.
3 Vs. Steve Austin & Triple H – Monday Night Raw (Rating: 9.31)
On May 21, 2001 during an episode of Raw, Chris Jericho and Chris Benoit challenged Triple H and Stone Cold Steve Austin to a World Tag Team Title Match.
All the performers were great, but Jericho was unstoppable. He single-handedly managed to dominate Steve Austin, even blocking the Stunner, and he dominated Triple H as well, countering a Pedigree with a Walls of Jericho in epic fashion. It was also Y2J who pinned Austin to win the match and obtain Tag Team gold.
2 Vs. Chris Benoit – Royal Rumble 2001 (Rating: 9.33)
As said before, Chris Jericho was always a Ladder match specialist, in fact, he has never lost with this stipulation. This match against Chris Benoit at Royal Rumble 2001 is more proof of how talented Jericho is.
Jericho and Benoit completely stole the show in a terrific matchup. It was dramatic, intense and spectacular. There were several insane and innovative spots that had the crowd on the edge of their seats. In the end, Chris Jericho managed to defeat Chris Benoit to become Intercontinental Champion.
1 Vs. Rey Mysterio - The Bash 2009 (Rating: 9.35)
In this match Chris Jericho put his Intercontinental Title on the line, while Rey Mysterio had to remove his mask if he lost. The storytelling was amazing, Jericho did sublime heel work, while Rey Mysterio was gaining more and more crowd support as the match went on.
No wonder the rating of this match is so high, as Jericho and Mysterio really put on an exceptional show. The bout was perfectly paced, with back and forth action, stunning counters and flawless spots. Rey Mysterio defeated Jericho and won the Intercontinental Championship.
