From the days of bra and panties matches to the women’s revolution, WWE’s women’s division has come a long way. Here are the top 10 best WWE women’s matches that shattered glass ceilings and redefined women’s wrestling.
- Trish Stratus vs. Lita – Raw 2004 In a groundbreaking {main event match} on Raw, Trish Stratus and Lita put on a wrestling clinic that showcased the potential of women’s wrestling and set the stage for future generations.
- Charlotte Flair vs. Sasha Banks vs. Becky Lynch – WrestleMania 32 This {WrestleMania 32} match not only crowned the first-ever WWE Women’s Champion but also marked the beginning of a new era for women’s wrestling, with all three competitors delivering a show-stealing performance.
- Bayley vs. Sasha Banks – NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn 2015 In a match that many consider the turning point for women’s wrestling in WWE, {Bayley and Sasha Banks} battled in an emotionally charged and technically masterful bout that left fans in awe.
- Asuka vs. Ember Moon – NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III 2017 The {Asuka vs. Ember Moon} match showcased the incredible athleticism and talent of both women, resulting in a thrilling contest that further elevated the prestige of the NXT Women’s Championship.
- Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte Flair – Evolution 2018 In an intense and brutal {Last Woman Standing match}, Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair pushed each other to their limits, setting a new benchmark for women’s wrestling in WWE.
- Ronda Rousey vs. Charlotte Flair vs. Becky Lynch – WrestleMania 35 This historic {first-ever women’s WrestleMania main event} saw Becky Lynch capture both the Raw and SmackDown Women’s Championships, solidifying her status as “The Man” and breaking barriers for women in WWE.
- Kairi Sane vs. Shayna Baszler – Mae Young Classic 2017 The inaugural {Mae Young Classic} final showcased the diverse styles and talent of the competitors, with Kairi Sane emerging victorious in a hard-fought match against the dominant Shayna Baszler.
- Paige vs. Emma – NXT Arrival 2014 In the first-ever live special on the WWE Network, {Paige and Emma} set the stage for the future of women’s wrestling in WWE, delivering a competitive and compelling match for the NXT Women’s Championship.
- Natalya vs. Charlotte Flair – NXT TakeOver 2014 With wrestling legends {Bret Hart and Ric Flair} in their respective corners, Natalya and Charlotte put on a technical wrestling masterpiece that showcased the bright future of WWE’s women’s division.
- Team PCB vs. Team Bella vs. Team B.A.D. – SummerSlam 2015 This {elimination tag team match} marked the beginning of the Women’s Revolution, as the newly arrived Charlotte Flair, Sasha Banks, and Becky Lynch joined forces with WWE’s established talent to create a new era for women’s wrestling.