Disc 1 (#100-70): The emotional return of Hulk Hogan -- The debut of the WWE Championship Spinner Belt title -- Rhyno gores Chris Jericho through the SmackDown set -- A funeral home brawl between Torrie Wilson and Dawn Marie -- Undertaker vs. Randy Orton -- Plus action including Triple H, Batista, Big Show, Mick Foley, Torrie Wilson and more. (10/03/2008). Matches: Batista, Rey Mysterio, Finlay & Jeff Hardy vs. MVP, JBL, Kane & The Brian Kendrick ; (9/16/2005) -- Steel Cage Match: Rey Mysterio vs. Eddie Guerrero ; (9/9/2005) -- Intercontinental Championship Match: Chris Jericho vs. Chyna ; (12/30/1999) -- United States Championship Match: John Cena vs. Carlito ; (10/07/2004) -- WWE Champion vs. ECW Champion: Triple H vs. Tazz ; (4/20/2000) -- Chris Jericho vs. Hulk Hogan ; (5/02/2002) -- Batista, Rey Mysterio, Finlay & Jeff Hardy vs. MVP, JBL, Kane & The Brian Kendrick ; (10/03/2008). Disc 2 (#69-40): Billy & Chuck's commitment ceremony -- Mr. McMahon vows to kill WWE! -- The romance of Edge & Vickie Guerrero -- The emotional tribute to Eddie Guerrero -- Rey Mysterio vs. Matt Hardy -- Plus action including Randy Orton, Rob Van Dam, Kurt Angle, Mr. Kennedy, Rikishi and more. (5/29/2003). Matches: Team Angle vs. Eddie Guerrero & Tajiri ; (7/04/2002) -- Steel Cage Match: Eddie Guerrero vs. JBL ; (7/15/2004) -- Randy Orton vs. Hardcore Holly ; (4/25/2002) -- Cruiserweight Championship Match: Rey Mysterio vs. Matt Hardy ; (6/05/2003) -- Handicap Tables Match: The Rock vs. The Dudley Boyz ; (3/09/2000) -- Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. Rob Van Dam ; (9/06/2001) -- Team Angle vs. Eddie Guerrero & Tajiri ; (5/29/2003). Disc 3 (#39-1): The live 9/11 tribute SmackDown -- The first ever Tribute to the Troops -- Stone Cold Steve Austin blows up the DX Express -- The historic premiere of SmackDown -- John Cena's debut match vs. Kurt Angle -- Plus action including The Rock, Edge, Brock Lesnar, Jeff Hardy, JBL and more. (7/03/2003). Matches: WWE Championship Match: Zach Gowan & Stephanie McMahon vs. Big Show ; (8/26/1999) -- John Cena vs. Kurt Angle ; (6/27/2002) -- World Tag Team Championship Match: Billy & Chuck vs. Edge & Hulk Hogan ; (7/04/2002) -- The Rock 'n Sock Connection vs. The New Age Outlaws ; (10/14/1999) -- Intercontinental Championship Match: Triple H vs. Jeff Hardy ; (4/12/2001) -- No DQ Match: Edge vs. Eddie Guerrero ; (9/26/2002) -- Handicap Match: Zach Gowan & Stephanie McMahon vs. Big Show ; (7/03/2003).
Summary:
It originated from one of the most legendary catch phrases. Ten years ago, when The Rock "promised to lay the SmackDown," few could have envisioned the global impact the new weekly TV program would have. Over 500 episodes later, the matches, moments, and Superstars of the WWE SmackDown have created lasting memories in the hearts and minds of fans around the globe. Counts down the 100 greatest moments in the show's history.
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