Top Ten WWE PPV Matches of 2009

From December 25, 2009.

After some amazing PPV matches in 2008, the WWE put on some amazing PPV matches in 2009 as well. 2009 was dominated by superstars such as John Cena, Triple H, Randy Orton, The Undertaker, and more. Without further a due, here is the top ten WWE PPV matches of 2009.

Honorable Mention: Judgment Day - World Heavyweight Championship - Edge (c) vs. Jeff Hardy
I chose this match over the DX vs. Legacy match at Summerslam because I feel as if this one had more to offer. Whether it was the awesome finish, the amazing Spear off the barricades from Edge, or the interference by Matt Hardy, this match greatly delivered in some unsuspected ways.
Winner: Edge
Rating: ****

10. Bragging Rights - Iron Man - WWE Championship - Randy Orton (c) vs. John Cena
The Iron Man match is a type of match normally used to end feuds that have been running for months and this one is a prime example of that. The Orton/Cena feud stems from their 2007 feud and it finally culminated in October of 2009 in a 60 minute Iron Man match. Although I don't think this is their best match, I still think it was a pretty damn good one considering the two had to fill 60 minutes of wrestling in the main event match of the PPV. Overall, the match delivered with nice spots, good psychology, and a nice finish.
Winner: John Cena
Rating: ****

9. Extreme Rules - No Holds Barred - Intercontinental Championship - Rey Mysterio (c) vs. Chris Jericho
While this is not their best match of their feud, it still had me on the edge of my seat on numerous occasions. The two just have some amazing chemistry and this match did not beg to differ. From Jericho ripping Mysterio's mask off, to Mysterio flying out of the ring through the second rope, and top Jericho trying to take off Mysterio's head with a chair, this match definitely earns it's spot as one of the best PPV matches of 2009.
Winner: Chris Jericho
Rating: ****

8. Breaking Point - I Quit - WWE Championship - Randy Orton (c) vs. John Cena
Of all the matches these two engaged in this year, this one definitely stands out from all the rest. Like Jericho & Mysterio, these two have such brilliant chemistry and just like most of their matches, I was on the edge of my seat. The match told the story of Cena trying to escape the vices of Orton but was unable to do so and as a result, was punished with shots to the gut with a Singapore cane. Orton continued to dominate the match until Cena found a rush of energy and finally made Orton tap out with the STF to capture the WWE Championship.
Winner: John Cena
Rating: ****

7. Extreme Rules - Ladder - World Heavyweight Championship - Edge (c) vs. Jeff Hardy
When I first heard the news of these two competing in a Ladder match, I jumped out of my chair in joy because I knew that I was in for something special. The match began with the two exchanging back and fourth shots including Hardy suplexing Edge through the middle of a ladder. Both Hardy & Edge eventually climbed a huge ladder on the outside to which their momentum made the ladder tip over in an incredible spot. Hardy then climbed the ladder to grab the World Heavyweight Championship to put an end in an amazing Ladder match.
Winner: Jeff Hardy
Rating: ****1/4

6. Backlash - Last Man Standing - World Heavyweight Championship - John Cena (c) vs. Edge
Although these two have fought so many times, they still managed to pull out an amazing Last Man Standing match at Backlash. In what I consider one of the best Last Man Standing matches of all time, the two went back and fourth with some incredible spots like the Attitutude Adjustments off the rop rope and into the crowd, the Chokeslam through the searchlight, and even the Bulldog on some of the equipment. This match was full of intensity and mayhem.
Winner: Edge
Rating: ****1/4

5. Summerslam - TLC - World Heavyweight Championship - Jeff Hardy (c) vs. CM Punk
This was their final PPV match for this particular feud and it was only fitting that they did it in a big time PPV like Summerslam in a big time match like Tables, Ladders, & Chairs. In front of a rabid Los Angeles crowd, Jeff Hardy & CM Punk landed some incredible spots off ladders and through tables. You can tell that these two men wanted to give us something to remember as Summerslam and Ladder matches go hand in hand. This match is one you need to watch as it is full of amazing and emotional moments.
Winner: CM Punk
Rating: ****1/4

4. No Way Out - Elimination Chamber - WWE Championship - Edge (c) vs. Jeff Hardy vs. Vladimir Kozlov vs. The Undertaker vs. The Big Show vs. Triple H
I'll be honest, I'm a huge mark for the Elimination Chamber match and this one was definitely one of the best ones. After Hardy pinned Edge in the opening minutes of the match, a new champion was bound to be crowned and my jaw was on the floor on who would walk out as the new WWE Champion. The match was somewhat stuck in first gear when both Vladimir Kozlov & The Big Show entered but that did not last long as Triple H & The Undertaker both entered to save the match and make it match of the year worthy. After Kozlov, Hardy, & Show were all eliminated, it went down to Triple H & The Undertaker where they battled in an amazing mini match where Triple H finally landed a second Pedigree to win the match and the WWE Championship.
Winner: Triple H
Rating: ****1/2

3. The Bash - Mask vs. Title - Intercontinental Championship - Chris Jericho (c) vs. Rey Mysterio
After having phenomenal matches at the previous PPV's, a challenge was definitely made when these two were set for another PPV match. Thankfully, they put on an amazing match that surpassed both their bouts at Judgment Day & Extreme Rules. Mysterio looked as if he was wrestling as a WCW Cruiserweight as he landed moves that are generally are not used in a WWE ring. However, that's not to say that Jericho did not look good because he looked sensational as well as he tried to relive Extreme Rules by unmasking Mysterio once again. He eventually did so but only to find out that Mysterio had another mask under his main mask which lead Mysterio to hitting the 619 on Jericho to capture the Intercontinental Championship.
Winner: Rey Mysterio
Rating: ****1/2

2. No Way Out - Elimination Chamber - World Heavyweight Championship - John Cena (c) vs. Edge vs. Mike Knox vs. Kane vs. Rey Mysterio vs. Chris Jericho
Before the match began, Edge attacked Kofi Kingston from behind to take his spot in the match. After, Jericho & Mysterio wrestled until Mike Knox entered and after, Kane. However, both Kane & Knox were quickly eliminated from the match after a Codebreaker from Jericho onto Knox and a huge Seated Senton from Mysterio onto Kane. Edge was then unleashed from his pod and there, the match shifted into top gear. Cena was then unleahed from pod but he didn't last long as Jericho landed a Codebreaker, Mysterio landed a 619, and Edge hit a Spear to eliminate the World Heavyweight Champion. It was down to three men and like the earlier Elimination Chamber, we were bound to crown a new champion. Jericho was then eliminated by Mysterio and it was down to Mysterio & Edge in a No Way Out 2008 rematch. After some going back and fourth for 5 intense minutes, Edge hit the Spear on Mysterio to capture the World Heavyweight Championship!
Winner: Edge
Rating: ****3/4

1. WrestleMania 25 - The Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels
If there was any doubt, this match is the best PPV match of 2009. When the two first appeared in their elaborate entrances, you knew you were in for something special and indeed we were. Where ever you go, you will hear a lot of praise for this match and for good reason, this match is a sight to behold. There were so many near falls and thus, so many times in which I thought this match would end but I was wrong so many times. This match was filled with so much emotion, drama, & amazing spots including the top rope dive taken by The Undertaker, the moonsault by Michaels, the Last Rides, the Chokeslams, & the Tombstones. Everything in this match delivered and it rightfully deserves the award of the best PPV match of 2009.
Winner: The Undertaker
Rating: *****