Trish Stratus and Stephanie McMahon finally faced off one-on-one and we saw Paul “Triple H” Levesque win the first Three Stages Of Hell Match 25 years ago at No Way Out!

Twenty-five years ago, WWE delivered a night that would be etched into sports entertainment history forever. At No Way Out, fans witnessed two monumental moments: the long-awaited one-on-one clash between Trish Stratus and Stephanie McMahon, and the brutal first-ever Three Stages of Hell Match, where Paul “Triple H” Levesque emerged victorious.
The rivalry between Trish Stratus and Stephanie McMahon had been building for months. What started as verbal jabs and backstage confrontations quickly escalated into a deeply personal feud. Stephanie, using her authority and influence, made life difficult for Trish at every turn. Meanwhile, Trish fought to prove she was more than just a pretty face—she was a competitor ready to stand on her own. When the two finally met one-on-one, the energy inside the arena was electric. Fans were invested emotionally, knowing this wasn’t just a match—it was a statement. Trish’s resilience and determination shined, marking a key step in her evolution into one of WWE’s most respected female Superstars.
However, the night’s main event pushed brutality to another level. The first Three Stages of Hell Match in WWE history saw Triple H collide with Stone Cold Steve Austin in a war designed to test endurance, pain tolerance, and sheer will. The match consisted of three escalating stipulations: a traditional wrestling match, a Street Fight, and finally, a Steel Cage match. Each stage told its own violent chapter, with neither man willing to stay down.
Triple H showcased relentless aggression and strategic brilliance throughout the contest. Blood, sweat, and chaos filled the ring as both competitors pushed their bodies to the absolute limit. By the time the steel cage lowered, the atmosphere was suffocating with tension. In the end, Triple H secured the decisive fall, making history as the first man to win a Three Stages of Hell Match.
That victory cemented his reputation as “The Game” and proved he could thrive in WWE’s most punishing environment. Meanwhile, Trish’s battle with Stephanie symbolized a shifting era in women’s wrestling—one where female performers demanded respect inside the ring.
Twenty-five years later, No Way Out remains a defining chapter in WWE history. It was a night of rivalry, redemption, and raw intensity—one that helped shape the legacies of everyone involved and reminded fans why moments like these live forever.