The 10 Greatest WarGames Matches in WWE History

The Very Best of WarGames

10- Alexa Bliss, Bianca Belair, Asuka, Becky Lynch, & Mia Yim Vs. Damage CTRL, Rhea Ripley, & Nikki Cross (WWE Survivor Series 2022)

The first Women's WarGames match on the main WWE roster opened the show, pitting Team Belair (Bianca Belair, Asuka, Alexa Bliss, Mia Yim, and the returning Becky Lynch) against Damage CTRL (Bayley, Dakota Kai, Iyo Sky), Rhea Ripley, and Nikki Cross. The chaotic, 40-minute brawl was filled with weapons, high spots like Sky’s moonsault, and Asuka’s green mist. The match concluded dramatically when Lynch powerbombed Kai and SKY through a table, then pinned Dakota Kai after a massive diving leg drop off the cage top.

9- Team Shotzi vs. Team Candice (NXT TakeOver WarGames 2020)

The 2020 NXT women's WarGames match pitted Team Shotzi (Shotzi Blackheart, Rhea Ripley, Ember Moon, Io Shirai) against Team Candice (Candice LeRae, Dakota Kai, Toni Storm, Raquel González). This chaotic, weapons-filled brawl focused on the growing star power of Raquel González. The match featured legendary spots, including Io Shirai’s trashcan dive off the top of the cage onto everyone below. Ultimately, González cemented her rise by decisively powerbombing Io Shirai through a ladder to secure the victory for Team Candice.

8- The Bloodline vs. The Brawling Brutes, Drew McIntyre & Kevin Owens (Survivor Series: WarGames 2022)

The first main-roster WarGames match in 2022 delivered gripping drama built around Sami Zayn’s conflicted loyalty to The Bloodline. While the in-ring pace slowed at times and the crowd dipped, the storytelling was exceptional. Tension between Sami, his stablemates, and former friend Kevin Owens drove every moment. The emotional peak came when Sami stunned the audience by betraying Owens, fully aligning with The Bloodline. Though not the most action-heavy WarGames, its narrative power made it one of the era’s most memorable chapters.

7- Bianca Belair, Charlotte Flair, Shotzi, and Becky Lynch vs. Damage CTRL (Bayley, Asuka, Iyo Sky, and Kairi Sane) (Survivor Series: WarGames 2023)

The 2023 women’s WarGames match delivered fast-paced chaos fueled by Bayley’s wavering loyalty to Damage CTRL and the uneasy reunion of Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair. Despite some uneven psychology and spot repetition, the in-ring work remained crisp thanks to the talent involved. Big moments—like Iyo Sky’s trashcan dive and Flair’s huge moonsault—kept the crowd locked in. In the end, lingering tension didn’t stop the babyfaces from uniting, as Lynch sealed the win with a Manhandle Slam to Bayley through a table.

6- The Undisputed Era vs. Ricochet, Pete Dunne & The War Raiders (NXT TakeOver: WarGames 2018)

The second NXT WarGames delivered a thrilling clash as the Undisputed Era battled War Raiders, Pete Dunne, and Ricochet in a high-energy showcase. Blending sharp grappling, aerial brilliance, and explosive power, the match operated as a full-speed spotfest that kept the crowd roaring throughout. While the nonstop action left little room for deeper psychology and occasionally dragged, the closing stretch was electric, packed with dramatic near-falls and stunning sequences. In the end, the Undisputed Era proved their resilience once again, earning a hard-fought victory.

5- Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, Sami Zayn, Jey Uso & Randy Orton vs. The Judgment Day & Drew McIntyre (Survivor Series: WarGames 2023)

The 2023 Survivor Series WarGames match capped off a year-long feud with a polished, story-driven showdown. Anticipation peaked with the reveal of Cody Rhodes’ final partner, Randy Orton, triggering a thunderous crowd reaction. While not the wildest spot-fest, every sequence was executed with remarkable precision, showcasing the talent of all ten men. Strong storytelling threads like Drew McIntyre’s animosity toward Jey and Sami, Rhodes and Rollins’ uneasy respect, and Orton’s dramatic return elevated the action, culminating in a satisfying babyface victory.

4- Rhea Ripley, Candice LeRae, Tegan Nox & Dakota Kai vs. Shayna Baszler, Io Shirai, Bianca Belair & Kay Lee Ray (NXT TakeOver: WarGames 2019)

A truly historic and revolutionary match, this was the first-ever Women's WarGames, stealing the show with unmatched drama. The defining moment was Dakota Kai's stunning heel turn on her own team before even entering the cage, abandoning them in a 4-on-2 handicap situation. Rhea Ripley heroically led LeRae to victory against all odds, creating an unforgettable, emotionally charged spectacle.

3- Team Black & Gold vs. Team 2.0 (NXT WarGames 2021)

Representing the passing of the torch, the veterans (Ciampa, Gargano, Dunne, LA Knight) of the original "Black and Gold" NXT fought the colorful new generation of "NXT 2.0" (Breakker, Hayes, Waller, D'Angelo). The emotional story saw the veterans desperately trying to hold onto their brand. The action was chaotic and hard-hitting, culminating in Bron Breakker's powerful victory over Tommaso Ciampa, firmly establishing him as the future face of the brand.

2- The Undisputed Era vs. SAnitY vs. Roderick Strong & Authors of Pain (NXT TakeOver: WarGames 2017)

The inaugural NXT WarGames in 2017 delivered a chaotic, high-octane spectacle as Undisputed Era battled SAnitY and Roderick Strong & AOP in a revamped triple-threat format that instantly clicked. The mix of powerhouse teams, shifting alliances, and clashing styles created nonstop drama and brutal creativity. With wild spots, sharp storytelling, and an explosive crowd, the match set the gold standard for WWE’s modern WarGames—and marked a defining early milestone in the Undisputed Era’s rise.

1- Undisputed Era vs. Tommaso Ciampa, Keith Lee, Dominik Dijakovic & Kevin Owens (NXT TakeOver: WarGames 2019)

The 2019 WarGames clash saw the Undisputed Era collide with Ciampa, Lee, Dijakovic, and a surprise partner—Kevin Owens, whose shocking arrival blew the roof off. Filled with tense storytelling, crisp technical work, and nonstop high-impact spots—including Owens’ stunning Swanton off the cage—the match captured peak Black-and-Gold energy. The electric crowd, gripping final stretch, and emphatic babyface triumph cemented it as one of NXT’s most unforgettable WarGames battles.