In the WWE, matches can be as quick as a blink of an eye or a marathon battle. Here are some of the longest and shortest matches in WWE history that left fans in awe.
Longest Matches
- Bruno Sammartino vs. Waldo Von Erich – 1964 In a {marathon and grueling} match, Bruno Sammartino defended the WWWF Championship against Waldo Von Erich in an 81-minute contest, a record that still stands today.
- Bret Hart vs. Shawn Michaels – WrestleMania XII In a {classic and iconic} 60-minute Iron Man Match, Shawn Michaels defeated Bret Hart to win the WWE Championship, creating a lasting memory for fans.
- John Cena vs. Randy Orton – Bragging Rights 2009 In a {dramatic and intense} 60-minute Iron Man Match, John Cena defeated Randy Orton to capture the WWE Championship, showcasing their incredible endurance and in-ring prowess.
- Daniel Bryan vs. Randy Orton vs. Batista – WrestleMania XXX In a {triumphant and emotional} match, Daniel Bryan outlasted Randy Orton and Batista to win the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, capping off a historic 45-minute main event.
- The Royal Rumble Match – Royal Rumble 2002 In a {thrilling and unpredictable} match, the 2002 Royal Rumble lasted over 69 minutes, with Triple H emerging victorious to earn a title shot at WrestleMania.
Shortest Matches
- The Rock vs. Erick Rowan – WrestleMania 32 In a {shocking and record-breaking} match, The Rock defeated Erick Rowan in just 6 seconds, setting a record for the shortest match in WrestleMania history.
- Spike Dudley vs. William Regal – Raw, 2002 In a {surprising and quick} match, Spike Dudley defeated William Regal in a mere 3 seconds to win the European Championship, shocking fans and leaving Regal in disbelief.
- Sheamus vs. Daniel Bryan – WrestleMania XXVIII In a {stunning and unexpected} match, Sheamus defeated Daniel Bryan in just 18 seconds to win the World Heavyweight Championship, creating a memorable WrestleMania moment.
- Jerry Lawler vs. Tazz – Unforgiven 2000 In a {rapid and surprising} match, Jerry Lawler defeated Tazz in only 4 seconds, leaving fans in shock as the rivalry reached a boiling point.
- Molly Holly vs. The Fabulous Moolah – Raw, 1999 In a {brief and historic} match, Molly Holly defeated The Fabulous Moolah in 7 seconds to win the WWE Women’s Championship, creating a memorable moment in women’s wrestling history.