The Undertaker not being at WrestleMania 35 isn’t the worst thing

Passing the torch

There were many other memorable WrestleMania matches for The Undertaker throughout the years. When he faced “The Big Dog” Roman Reigns at WrestleMania it had special significance: this was to be The Undertaker’s last match.

By now we all know that no one ever really stays retired but at the time, WrestleMania 33 was marked to be ‘Taker’s farewell from the ring. Because of this, The Undertaker was willing to do the honors for the man meant to take his spot as the leader of the pack. The Big Dog Roman reigns was going over that night.

With his legendary streak already broken by Brock Lesnar a few years prior, having Reigns get the win at WrestleMania didn’t weigh as heavy as it once did. The Undertaker had been wrestling for the WWE almost 30 years at that point. His body had started to show wear and it was evident he struggled through the match. But they got it done and the torch was passed to Reigns. The Undertaker then placed his trademark hat, coat and gloves in the center of the ring, raise his hand for a final salute, and step back through the curtains for the last time … or so we thought. Just a year later, The Undertaker would show up to take on John Cena at WrestleMania 34 in an unscheduled match that turned into more of a squash job on Cena.

The Undertaker has more than paid his dues. To have him back for a match just to have his name on the marquee is missing the point. When he handed the reins over to Reigns it was to usher in a new era. At WrestleMania 35 it’s time for that new crop of talent to shine on the big stage. But who knows — there’s always a chance the bells may toll for some unsuspecting soul.