AEW’s Jim Ross has called countless matches over his decades in the business, but the WrestleMania 2000 Triangle Ladder Match stands above the rest.
The match saw The Dudleyz, The Hardyz, and Edge & Christian steal the show in the ladder match for the WWF World Tag Team Championships.
During his “Grilling JR” podcast, Jim Ross recalled the match as his favorite commentary experience. He said,
“I had an emotional investment in all those guys. I hired the Dudleys. They were interesting to work with. Bubba’s got a great booking mind, and so between he, Edge and Christian, especially Matt Hardy — and Jeff to a little lesser degree — all had ideas. They had seen this match that was booked in their heads for years, and in the last several months, it intensified amazingly.
“So now they find themselves in an environment where they can make or break their career because they’re going to be taking some hellacious chances that are not layups to pull off. The last thing you want is a bunch of botched spots, and they didn’t have any. That was the damnedest thing I think I’d ever seen. I don’t think I’ve ever enjoyed calling a match any more than that one, because these guys are finally getting a chance.”
Edge & Christian would leave WrestleMania with the gold and the match would be followed up with at that year’s SummerSlam with the first TLC match.
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The WrestleMania 2000 Triangle Ladder Match is widely regarded as one of the greatest matches in professional wrestling history. This thrilling encounter took place at WrestleMania 2000 and featured three iconic tag teams: The Dudley Boyz, The Hardy Boyz, and Edge & Christian. The match was contested for the WWF World Tag Team Championships and showcased the incredible athleticism, creativity, and risk-taking abilities of these teams.
Jim Ross, a legendary wrestling commentator, recently spoke about this match on his podcast, “Grilling JR.” He expressed his emotional investment in all the wrestlers involved, particularly the Dudley Boyz whom he had hired. Ross praised the booking minds of Bubba Ray Dudley and Edge & Christian, highlighting their dedication to creating a memorable match. He also commended Matt Hardy and Jeff Hardy for their ideas and contributions to the match.
The Triangle Ladder Match presented a unique opportunity for these teams to shine and potentially make or break their careers. They were willing to take high-risk maneuvers and execute difficult spots flawlessly. Ross was amazed by the absence of any botched spots during the match, considering the level of difficulty involved. He described it as the most enjoyable match he had ever called, as it allowed these talented wrestlers to finally showcase their skills on a grand stage.
Edge & Christian emerged victorious from the Triangle Ladder Match, capturing the WWF World Tag Team Championships. This match was so well-received that it led to the creation of the first-ever Tables, Ladders, and Chairs (TLC) match at SummerSlam later that year. The TLC match became a staple in the tag team division and further solidified the legacies of these three teams.
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The WrestleMania 2000 Triangle Ladder Match will always be remembered as a groundbreaking and unforgettable moment in professional wrestling. It showcased the incredible talent and dedication of The Dudley Boyz, The Hardy Boyz, and Edge & Christian, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.