The Undertaker's WWE career reaches the quarter-century mark at the company's annual Thanksgiving staple, the Survivor Series.
The "Demon from Death Valley" made his WWE debut at the 1990 version of the November classic, appearing as Ted Dibiase's mystery partner and making his demonic presence felt. From there, The Undertaker went on to have an illustrious career in the WWE, becoming one of the best Superstars to ever lace up their boots.
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"The Deadman" will be a part of the Survivor Series on Nov. 22 at the Philips Arena in Georgia, which will mark his 25th year as the company's resident zombie, which was interrupted during that period when he went through his midlife crisis and entered his "biker 'Taker" gimmick.
The Undertaker has had many memorable rivalries over the years and a few forgettable ones (Yokozuna, Kamala, King Kong Bundy), but we're here to focus on the former. Here are 'Taker's 10 greatest rivals in the WWE. To view this article in slideshow form, CLICK START at the top right of this page.
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10) Hulk Hogan
One of The Undertaker's first high-profile feuds was with he who shall not be named in the WWE anymore, "The Hulkster." Just one year after making his debut, The Undertaker defeated Hogan, albeit with help from Ric Flair, at the 1991 Survivor Series to capture his first of seven World Championships.
9) Batista
These two behemoths waged war over the World Heavyweight Championship several times, highlighted by a great rivalry that led to an amazing match between the two at WrestleMania 23 in 2007.
8) Randy Orton
In 2005, "The Viper" was playing mind games with the master, and it seemed like Orton, then dubbed as "The Legend Killer," was about to end The Streak of The Undertaker at WrestleMania 21. 'Taker won a fantastic match between the two and the feud continued throughout the rest of the year.
7) "Stone Cold" Steve Austin
The Undertaker and the "Texas Rattlesnake" have had their ups and downs throughout the years, but nothing was better than seeing two of the WWE's greats going head-to-head in their prime. One of the most notable bouts was at SummerSlam 1998 when Austin defeated The Undertaker at the Mecca, Madison Square Garden, to retain the WWE Championship.
6) Edge
The "Rated 'R' Superstar" had a tremendous rivalry with The Undertaker. These two had brutal battles throughout 2008, highlighted by a main event match at WrestleMania XXIV and followed up by an unbelievable Hell in a Cell clash at SummerSlam.
5) Triple H
"The Game" is the only Superstar to ever battle The Undertaker three times at WrestleMania, making him the greatest victim of the heralded streak, which came to an end in 2014. "The Game" fell to 'Taker at WrestleManias X-7 (2001), XXVII (2011) and XVIII (2012), with the final battle being an epic bout dubbed as "The End of An Era."
4) Mick Foley
The Hardcore Legend made a tremendous foe for The Undertaker after debuting in 1996, ending a parade of terrible rivals that didn't stack up to the Death Valley native. Foley and 'Taker fought in every match under the sun over the years, ranging from Boiler Room Brawls to Buried Alive matches. They even took part in an incredible Hell in a Cell match, which almost saw the demise of Foley.
3) Brock Lesnar
The best part about his feud with "The Beast" is that it started in the early 2000s and then continued years later, with Lesnar ending The Streak at WrestleMania XXX to the shock of the WWE Universe. Lesnar and The Undertaker fought again at SummerSlam in a solid match and followed it up with Paul Heyman's client ending the feud on top this past Sunday at Hell in a Cell.
2) Kane
Despite the kayfabe nonsense of "The Big Red Machine" being his brother, there's no arguing that he is one of the best rivals The Undertaker has ever had. They've been on-again, off-again allies, but they've had many memorable storylines throughout the years, starting with Kane disrupting 'Taker's Hell in a Cell match at Badd Blood in 1997 and making his debut. The Undertaker also toppled his "brother" twice at WrestleMania.
1) Shawn Michaels
"The Heartbreak Kid" claims to be "Mr. WrestleMania" and though he's had countless classic encounters at the WWE's marquee event, The Undertaker's 22-1 record begs to differ. Throughout the years, these two have had tremendous encounters at just about every event, but nothing will top their WrestleMania XXV and XXVI series in 2009 and 2010, the latter of which ended the legendary career of Michaels. There is no greater rival for The Undertaker than Michaels, who he will one day join in the Hall of Fame.
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