On this day at No Way Out, Kurt Angle defeated The Undertaker to retain the World Heavyweight Championship

On this day in WWE history, No Way Out delivered one of the most intense championship battles of the Ruthless Aggression Era as Kurt Angle defeated The Undertaker to retain the World Heavyweight Championship.
The match wasn’t just a clash of two superstars — it was a collision of styles, legacies, and mental toughness. On one side stood the Olympic gold medalist, a technical mastermind who could out-wrestle anyone alive. On the other side was the Deadman, a nearly unstoppable force known for endurance, mind games, and supernatural resilience inside the ring.
From the opening bell, the atmosphere felt special. The Undertaker used his size and striking ability to control the early pace, throwing heavy shots and wearing Angle down with power offense. Every punch echoed through the arena, reminding fans why the Phenom was feared across generations. But Angle wasn’t champion by accident — he responded with precision mat wrestling, targeting the leg and neck to neutralize his towering challenger.
The momentum swung back and forth constantly. Undertaker delivered thunderous big boots and a chokeslam that looked like it could end the match instantly. Yet somehow, Angle survived. Moments later, Angle trapped him in the Ankle Lock, forcing the Deadman to crawl toward the ropes. The champion’s strategy was clear: survive the power, exploit the weakness, and outlast the legend.
As the battle intensified, near falls had the crowd on edge. A devastating Last Ride nearly crowned a new champion, but Angle escaped at the last possible second. Then came the turning point — a perfectly timed reversal into a roll-up sequence that caught Undertaker off guard. The referee’s hand hit the mat three times, and Kurt Angle retained the championship in shocking fashion.
The arena erupted in disbelief. The Undertaker had pushed the champion to his limits, but Angle proved why he was considered one of the greatest technical wrestlers of all time. It wasn’t luck — it was intelligence, preparation, and pure competitive instinct.
Years later, fans still remember this encounter as a masterpiece of storytelling and athletic ability. It showed that even the most dominant legend could be outmaneuvered, and that Kurt Angle at his peak could defeat absolutely anyone.
On that night, the gold stayed with Angle — and history gained another classic chapter in WWE lore. 🔥