Was Breaking Undertaker’s Streak a Good Decision?

WrestleMania 30 was a landmark event in WWE history. It is most remembered for what happened at the end of the match between The Undertaker and Brock Lesnar. The Undertaker’s 21-0 undefeated streak at WrestleMania was shattered by Lesnar. The moment stunned fans and forever changed the landscape of professional wrestling.

The event took place on April 6, 2014, at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans. It was the first pay-per-view to air on the WWE Network. The night featured two huge moments. Daniel Bryan overcame the odds to win the world title. But before that, Brock Lesnar ended the streak. newsbetting.club

The question of whether Lesnar was the right man to end the streak is still debated. Many wondered if a younger talent would have benefited more. But at the end of the day, Lesnar became the one to conquer The Undertaker. He became the final boss of WWE.

On The Broken Skull Sessions, The Undertaker revealed that he got concussed within the first five minutes of the match. He said he does not remember the night. His last clear memory was from the afternoon when his wife came backstage. He remembered nothing else from that day.

According to wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer, Vince McMahon decided to end the streak on the day of WrestleMania 30. McMahon assumed this would be Undertaker’s last match. He thought it was better to lose on your way out. One source said McMahon talked Undertaker into it. Another said Undertaker agreed to the decision.

In an interview with Steve Austin, McMahon said Undertaker wanted to give back to the business. He said Lesnar made the most sense on the roster to break the streak. He said it was the right time and the right person.

Paul Heyman later implied that Lesnar went into business for himself and stole the win. But there is no evidence to support this claim. It has been rumored that Lesnar was not a fan of breaking the streak. He wanted to lose to Undertaker. He was reportedly unhappy that Undertaker had to go to the hospital due to the concussion.

Brock Lesnar Opens Up About Ending The Undertaker’s WrestleMania Streak

Brock Lesnar has reflected on his historic victory over The Undertaker at WrestleMania 30. He ended Undertaker’s undefeated streak after 21 straight wins. It remains one of the biggest moments in WWE history.

Lesnar said the decision to win was not his call. He said this is a business. He acknowledged that Vince McMahon chose him because he had a legitimate background and people could believe he could end the streak. He said many people were upset that it was him, but it was not his decision.

Lesnar said he was excited to win, but he also felt bad for Undertaker. He said they have always had a good relationship. He called Undertaker a mentor. He said he spent many years working with him.

Undertaker suffered a concussion early in the match. Lesnar said Undertaker was not himself and the match became difficult. He said they just had to get through it.

Out of respect, Lesnar went to the hospital with Undertaker to make sure he was okay. He said that was part of the deal and part of the respect he had for him.

Undertaker continued his career until WrestleMania 36. He finished with a record of 25-2 at WrestleMania.

How The Undertaker’s WrestleMania Streak Became Legendary

The streak began at WrestleMania 7 in 1991. Over the years, Undertaker had some great matches. He also had some forgettable ones. It was not until WrestleMania 25 with Shawn Michaels that the streak became legendary.

Shawn Michaels lost to Undertaker at WrestleMania 25. He became obsessed with ending the streak. He put his career on the line the following year for another shot. He lost again. His matches with Undertaker elevated the streak to legendary status.

Triple H then stepped in for two more classic matches. CM Punk also delivered a memorable performance. By the time WrestleMania 30 arrived, the streak was the stuff of legend. Many fans hoped Undertaker would retire undefeated.

But instead, Brock Lesnar shattered that hope. He conquered The Undertaker and ended the streak in New Orleans. He etched his own name into wrestling history. Randy Orton later said he thought breaking the streak was wrong. He said it did not tarnish Undertaker’s career, but he hated that the streak was lost.

FAQs

Q. Who ended The Undertaker Streak in WrestleMania ?

A. Brock Lesnar ended the streak at WrestleMania 30.

Q. When did Brock Lesnar beat The Undertaker?

A. Lesnar defeated him on April 6, 2014.

Q. Did Brock Lesnar choose to end the streak?

A. Lesnar said the decision was not his.

Q. Did Brock Lesnar visit Undertaker in the hospital?

A. Yes. Lesnar went with him to the hospital afterward.

Q. When did The Undertaker retire?

A. The Undertaker continued wrestling until WrestleMania 36.

Q. Did Randy Orton agree with breaking the streak?

A. No. Orton said he hated that the streak was lost.

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 14 (ANI): After an eventful Day 1, the action continued on Day 2 of the World Padel League (WPL), with Game Changers Lions and Hubtown Panorama Panthers producing another closely fought contest, according to a release.

The Lions held their nerve in a thrilling finish to edge the Panthers 14-12. In the second match of the day, Khan Tigers staged a strong comeback against Vedanta Leopards, recovering from an early 1-6 deficit to secure a 14-12 victory and register their first win of the campaign.

Game Changers Lions vs Hubtown Panorama Panthers: The opening set saw World No. 3 Bea Gonzalez and World No. 4 Paula Josemaria of the Lions face Marta Caparros and Marta Barrera of the Panthers in a closely fought contest, with both pairs involved in some close exchanges before the Lions took the set 6-2.

The second set saw Juan Tello and Eduardo Alonso of the Panthers take on Gonzalo Alfonso and padel icon Sanyo Gutierrez, with the Panthers responding strongly to level the contest with a 6-2 win. With the match finely poised, the final set saw Enrique Goenaga and Rama Valenzuela put the Panthers in a commanding 4-1 position. Federico Mourino and Teodoro Zapata fought back and won the decider 6-4 to seal the match for the Lions.

Khan Tigers vs Vedanta Leopards: The Leopards made a strong start as Marta Ortega and Veronica Virseda took the opening set 6-1 against Raquel Eugenio and Martina Fassio. The Tigers responded in emphatic fashion in the second set, with Javi Garcia and Inigo Jofre dominating Nuno Deus and Miguel Deus to win 6-0 and level the contest. With everything to play for in the decider, Aris Patiniotis and Lucas Campagnolo held their nerve against Francisco Guerrero and Javi Ruiz, winning the tie-break 7-6 to complete the comeback and seal a 14-12 victory for the Tigers.

The action continues on Day 3 of the World Padel League Season 4, powered by SpiceJet, on August 14, with Khan Tigers taking on Aussie Mavericks Jaguars, followed by Game Changers Lions facing VB Realty Cheetahs. (ANI)

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Darwin [Australia], August 14 (ANI): Bangladesh opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim scripted history on Friday by becoming the first Bangladeshi cricketer to score a Test century in Australia.

The left-handed batter reached the milestone during Day 2 of the opening Test of the two-match series against Australia at the Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin.

Tanzid brought up his maiden Test hundred in 188 balls, reaching the landmark during Bangladesh’s first innings after Australia were bowled out for 198 on Day 1.

Tanzid Hasan has the first Test century of his career! #MilestoneMoment | @NRMAInsurance | #AUSvBAN pic.twitter.com/lXkIJrXHAO

— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) August 14, 2026

His century also ended a long wait for a Bangladesh player to score a Test hundred away from home. The last such instance came in 2022, when Mahmudul Hasan Joy scored 137 against South Africa in Durban.

Tanzid’s hundred is only the second century by a Bangladesh batter against Australia in Tests. Shahriar Nafees had previously scored 138 at Fatullah in 2006.

The 25-year-old was dismissed after scoring an impressive 101 off 197 balls, with his innings comprising eight fours and a six. His knock helped Bangladesh take the lead over Australia. Bangladesh are currently 238/3 after 67 overs, holding a 40-run lead.

On Day 1, Bangladesh pacer Hasan Mahmud dismantled the Australian batting attack as he claimed a career-best 6/55 that helped his side bowl out the hosts for 198 in 53 overs.

Hasan’s figures have outdone Rafique’s (5/62 at Fatullah, 2006) for the best figures by a Bangladeshi bowler against Australia, condemning a struggling line-up, facing so many questions to their lowest Test score against Bangladesh since 217 at Mirpur back in 2017.

In 15 Tests, Hasan now has three five-fors, the second-most by a Bangladesh pacer in Tests, with only Shahadat Hossain (four in 38 Tests) at the top. With fifers in India, Pakistan and now against Australia, Hasan has made a name for himself as a force to be reckoned with in away conditions. Australia just could not keep going after a 45-run stand between Travis Head (22) and Jake Weatherald (23) for the first wicket, sinking to 74/4.

Steve Smith (71 in 109 balls, with seven fours and a six) did try persisting with the middle-order/lower-order, but to no avail as Hasan continued his storm. Taskin also became the sixth bowler to reach 300 international wickets in Bangladesh cricketing history, with a spell of 2/55.

Now he has exactly 300 wickets in 204 matches, with 13 four-wicket hauls, three five-fors and an average of above 28. Shakib al Hasan (712), Mashrafe Mortaza (389), Mustafizur Rahman (384), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (369) and Taijul Islam (302) stand above Taskin in Bangladesh’s all-time bowling charts. (ANI)

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