Ep 2. WrestleMania 22 April 2, 2006 Money In The Bank Ladder Match Ric Flair Vs. Rob Van Dam Vs. Shelton Benjamin Vs. Matt Hardy Vs. Finlay Vs. Bobby Lashley
- April 2, 2006
WWE: Straight To The Top: The Money In The Bank Ladder Match Anthology season 1 episode 2 takes viewers back to the thrilling WrestleMania 22 event on April 2, 2006. This episode features an epic Money In The Bank Ladder Match with six intense competitors: WWE legends Ric Flair and Rob Van Dam, athletic Shelton Benjamin, fan favourite Matt Hardy, Irish brawler Finlay, and powerhouse Bobby Lashley.
The episode begins with a montage of each wrestler's highlights leading up to this high-stakes match. The crowd is electric as the wrestlers make their way to the ring, each focused on the coveted Money In The Bank briefcase that dangles high above the ring, containing a contract that guarantees a future shot at the WWE Championship.
Right from the start, the match heats up as the competitors scramble to get a foothold in the ring. Each wrestler has their unique style, from Flair's signature chops to Lashley's brute strength. Hardy and RVD utilize their high-flying skills to climb the ladders, while Finlay and Benjamin use their cunning to outmaneuver their opponents.
As the match progresses, the ladder becomes not only a tool but a weapon, with wrestlers using it to strike their opponents and knock them out of the match. The crowd erupts as RVD executes a jaw-dropping Five-Star Frog Splash off the top of a ladder, crashing onto Flair and Benjamin below. Hardy and Finlay exchange blows while Lashley bulldozes through the ring, taking out anyone in his path.
Ultimately, it comes down to a one-on-one battle between RVD and Benjamin, with both wrestlers climbing the ladder at an incredible speed. The tension builds as they reach for the briefcase, each inches away from securing their place in WWE history. In a heart-stopping moment, Benjamin knocks RVD off the ladder, sending him crashing to the mat below. Benjamin secures the briefcase, becoming the new Money In The Bank holder and earning himself a title shot in the future.
The episode ends with a recap of the match and interviews with the wrestlers, each reflecting on their performance and what the future holds for them in the WWE. For fans of high-octane wrestling action, WWE: Straight To The Top: The Money In The Bank Ladder Match Anthology season 1 episode 2 is a must-watch, showcasing the incredible athleticism, strategy, and heart that define this iconic WWE match.