5 best Money in the Bank matches

Money in the Bank is presently the most eagerly anticipated PLE. This year's event promises to be spectacular, with all matches set to deliver high-octane wrestling action that takes the excitement to the next level. While Money in the Bank consistently features top-notch MITB ladder matches annually, there are unforgettable bouts that stand out as the very best in Money in the Bank history. Let's explore these standout matches below.

Here are the 5 best Money in the Bank matches

5) Money in the Bank 2012


In 2012, WWE Money in the Bank stands out as one of the greatest events due to its dual MITB ladder matches, one from RAW and one from SmackDown, each offering opportunities for championship contracts. The first match saw Dolph Ziggler triumph over seven rivals to secure the World Heavyweight Championship contract. Later that evening, Ziggler capitalized on his opportunity, defeating Del Rio to claim his second World Heavyweight Championship after nearly nine months of holding the briefcase.

In the event's final match, John Cena secured the MITB briefcase. However, his attempt to capitalize on it was thwarted at Raw 1000, where interference from Big Show caused CM Punk to retain the WWE Championship via disqualification, leaving Cena unable to claim the title.

4) Money in the Bank 2014

In WWE Money in the Bank 2014, the highly anticipated MITB ladder match featured a lineup of memorable participants: Seth Rollins, RVD, Kofi Kingston, Dolph Ziggler, Bad News Barrett, Jack Swagger, and Dean Ambrose. Unfortunately, Bad News Barrett was sidelined due to injury, leading to Rollins stepping in as his replacement.

Rollins ultimately emerged victorious in a thrilling contest, securing the coveted contract after Kane intervened on behalf of The Authority, thwarting Dean Ambrose's ladder ascent. The match itself was a spectacle, setting the stage for Rollins' later dramatic cash-in. At WrestleMania 31 in March 2015, Rollins made history by cashing in his briefcase during the championship bout between defending champion Brock Lesnar and challenger Roman Reigns, adding another layer of excitement to his MITB legacy.

3) Money in the Bank 2016


In 2016, the Money in the Bank ladder match was a thrilling event featuring top superstars. Among the six competitors were Kevin Owens, Alberto Del Rio, Sami Zayn, Cesaro, Dean Ambrose, and Chris Jericho. Dean Ambrose emerged victorious, earning a WWE World Heavyweight Championship match contract. Later that night, after Seth Rollins had claimed the title from Roman Reigns, Ambrose seized the opportunity and successfully cashed in his contract to become the new champion.

2) Wrestlemania 21


WrestleMania 21 showcased the inaugural Money in the Bank (MITB) ladder match, featuring Edge, Shelton Benjamin, Kane, Chris Jericho, Christian, and Chris Benoit. This match is still hailed as an instant classic, known for its over-the-top moments and extreme wrestling style, with superstars executing high-flying, risk-taking moves from the ladder.


Edge emerged victorious, holding onto the contract until New Year's Revolution in January 2006. There, he cashed in his MITB contract against WWE Champion John Cena, who had just defended his title in an Elimination Chamber match. Edge defeated Cena to become WWE Champion, quickly establishing the precedent of "cashing in" on a vulnerable champion.

1) Wrestlemania 22



WrestleMania 22 featured the inaugural Money in the Bank ladder match, an intense and spectacular showdown where superstars gave their all, making it one of the best Money in the Bank matches ever. Rob Van Dam emerged victorious by pushing Shelton Benjamin and Matt Hardy off a ladder and retrieving the briefcase.

In May 2006, Van Dam announced he would cash in his contract at ECW One Night Stand against Cena in an Extreme Rules match. The match concluded with Cena losing after Edge interfered with a spear, and Van Dam finishing with a Five Star Frog Splash.