WINC Watchlist: Lita’s Greatest Matches – Iconic High-Flying Moments from the WWE Hall of Famer
Lita’s greatest matches, Lita best WWE matches, Lita vs Trish Stratus Raw main event, Lita iconic moments WWE, Lita Elimination Chamber 2022 – WWE legend and Hall of Famer Lita (Amy Dumas) revolutionized women’s wrestling with her high-risk style, extreme athleticism, and groundbreaking rivalries during the Attitude Era and beyond. From pioneering intergender tags to historic women’s main events, her in-ring work inspired generations. Here’s a curated watchlist of her most acclaimed and impactful matches, drawing from fan favorites, critical rankings, and WWE’s own highlights—perfect for reliving her legacy on WWE Network/Peacock or YouTube full matches.
These selections capture her technical prowess, daredevil spots (like the moonsault/Litasault), and chemistry with rivals like Trish Stratus, who often elevated each other to classic status.
- Lita vs. Trish Stratus – WWE Women’s Championship MatchRaw, December 6, 2004 The first-ever women’s main event on Monday Night Raw. Lita challenged Trish in a heated, back-and-forth battle packed with near-falls, counters, and high drama. Lita captured her second Women’s Title here in a match still hailed as one of the best women’s bouts of the pre-Divas era—historic for breaking barriers and showcasing pure in-ring storytelling.
- Lita vs. Trish Stratus – WWE Women’s Championship MatchUnforgiven 2006 Trish’s retirement match turned brutal with Lita as the heel challenger. Intense strikes, submissions, and emotional stakes made this a standout pre-Revolution classic. Many fans rank it as Lita’s finest one-on-one performance, blending athleticism with personal animosity.
- Lita vs. Becky Lynch – WWE Women’s Championship MatchElimination Chamber 2022 In her rare modern return, Lita delivered an outstanding title bout against “The Man.” High-energy spots, callbacks to her prime (Twist of Fate into Litasault attempts), and strong chemistry made this one of her best late-career outings—proving her timeless appeal.
- Jazz vs. Trish Stratus vs. Lita – WWE Women’s Championship Triple ThreatWrestleMania X8 (2002) Lita’s only singles WrestleMania match (in a triple threat). Fast-paced chaos with big moves from all three legends. Though Jazz retained, the bout highlighted Lita’s high-flying edge on the grandest stage—underrated for its energy post-Rock/Hogan.
- Team Xtreme (Lita & The Hardy Boyz) vs. Various Opponents Highlights: Fully Loaded 2000 Mixed Tag or intergender spots (e.g., vs. Kaientai on Heat). Lita thrived in tag/action matches, executing moonsaults off ladders and extreme spots. These showcase her as the ultimate high-flyer breaking gender norms.
Honorable mentions for watchlist depth:
- Lita vs. Mickie James (various Raw bouts, 2006) – Solid rivalries with technical flair.
- Lita vs. Victoria / Molly Holly / Jazz / Gail Kim fatal 4-way or tags (e.g., Unforgiven 2004) – Multi-woman chaos showing her in crowded fields.
- Royal Rumble appearances (2018, 2022) – Iconic returns with crowd-popping eliminations.
Lita’s matches often blended innovation with entertainment—pushing women’s division boundaries long before the Revolution. Fans in Delhi (or anywhere with Peacock access) can stream most on WWE Network for full context.
Here’s a quick comparison table of her top matches:
| Rank | Match | Event/Date | Why It’s Great | Key Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lita vs. Trish Stratus | Raw (Dec 6, 2004) | Historic women’s Raw main event | Lita wins title in groundbreaking bout |
| 2 | Lita vs. Trish Stratus | Unforgiven 2006 | Emotional retirement match, intense action | Brutal heel/face dynamic |
| 3 | Lita vs. Becky Lynch | Elimination Chamber 2022 | Modern classic, strong chemistry | Litasault attempts & near-falls |
| 4 | Jazz vs. Trish vs. Lita | WrestleMania X8 (2002) | Fast-paced triple threat on big stage | High-flying chaos post-iconic matches |
| 5 | Team Xtreme mixed tags | Various (2000 era) | Extreme intergender spots | Moonsaults & hardcore innovation |
These are widely regarded as her elite performances—start with the Raw main event for pure history!
FAQ
What is Lita’s most iconic match? The December 6, 2004, Raw main event vs. Trish Stratus stands out for making history as the first women’s main event on Raw.
Did Lita have great matches in her later returns? Yes—her 2022 bout with Becky Lynch at Elimination Chamber is often called one of her career-best for energy and execution.
Where can I watch these matches? Most are available on WWE Network/Peacock (full matches) or official WWE YouTube (highlights/full uploads).
Why is Lita considered one of the greatest? Her high-flying style, boundary-pushing (intergender, extreme), and rivalries elevated women’s wrestling in the Attitude Era.
Sam Michael
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