The Undertaker's Last Match, Goldberg vs Lesnar, and Randy Orton with Wade Keller - SAS CLASSIC
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In this second part of a deep dive into WrestleMania 33, Steve Austin and Pro Wrestling Torch's Wade Keller dissect the event's most pivotal matches, including The Undertaker's emotional farewell against Roman Reigns, Bill Goldberg's explosive clash with Brock Lesnar, and Randy Orton's controversial bout with Bray Wyatt. Austin reflects on the legacy of The Undertaker, praising the symbolic weight of his retirement—walking away from the ring, removing his gloves, coat, and hat—as a powerful, respectful sendoff that transcended the match itself. He acknowledges the physical toll on both men, particularly Undertaker, and emphasizes that the moment was about honoring a legend rather than crafting a technical masterpiece. The Goldberg vs. Lesnar match is lauded as a perfect 'sweet spot'—short, brutal, and satisfying, hitting exactly what fans wanted without overstaying its welcome. In contrast, the Orton vs. Wyatt match is criticized for its lack of authenticity, over-reliance on gimmicks like crawling worms and a laugh-heavy character, and a storyline that failed to build momentum. The hosts also discuss fan fatigue from the event’s length—over six hours—calling for a restructuring to preserve wrestler energy and audience engagement. Despite critiques, Austin gives the overall show a thumbs up, celebrating its spectacle, emotional highs, and the return of Jim Ross to announce the final match.
The Undertaker's retirement was a symbolic, emotional farewell that transcended the match itself—removing his gloves, coat, and hat signaled the end of an era.
Goldberg vs. Lesnar was a masterclass in brevity and impact—four minutes of pure intensity that delivered exactly what fans wanted and avoided the pitfalls of overbooking.
The Orton vs. Wyatt match suffered from a lack of authenticity, with gimmicks like worms and excessive laughter undermining the character’s menace and credibility.
Fan feedback highlighted concerns about WrestleMania’s length—over six hours—leading to fatigue and calls for a shorter, more focused show with better pacing.
Roman Reigns’ win over The Undertaker was framed as a legacy-building moment, not just a victory, but a passing of the torch to WWE’s future.
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WrestleMania 33: The Stage is Set
Steve Austin opens the episode from his Los Angeles studio, discussing the long-awaited return of the show and setting the tone for a deep dive into WrestleMania 33. He previews the key matches to be discussed: The Undertaker’s retirement, Goldberg vs. Lesnar, and Orton vs. Wyatt. He reads fan emails, including one from a Catholic altar boy who defends his use of 'Jesus H. Christ' on a popsicle stick, and another from a fan criticizing the excessive length of WrestleMania’s video packages.
The Undertaker’s Final Ride: A Legacy in Motion
“After slaying so many people, it's time to just ride off into the sunset.”
Goldberg vs. Lesnar: The Perfect Short Match
“It was a match that absolutely was what it needed to be.”
Orton vs. Wyatt: A Gimmick-Driven Misfire
“It's just community theater. I'm just here to put on a show and collect my paycheck thing.”
Fan Feedback and the Length of WrestleMania
The hosts address fan concerns about the event’s length—over six hours—citing fatigue, heat, and audience burnout. They discuss the impact of large crowds in outdoor stadiums and the need for a structural shift. Austin suggests splitting the show into two three-and-a-half-hour segments to preserve wrestler energy and audience engagement. They also reflect on the emotional impact of Jim Ross’s return to announce the final match, calling it a healing moment after his wife’s passing.
“After slaying so many people, it's time to just ride off into the sunset.”
“It was a match that absolutely was what it needed to be.”
“It's just community theater. I'm just here to put on a show and collect my paycheck thing.”
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Steve Austin
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Wade Keller
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The Undertaker
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Roman Reigns
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Bill Goldberg
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Brock Lesnar
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Randy Orton
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Bray Wyatt
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Jim Ross
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Pro Wrestling Torch
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