Tag Team Ladder Match: No Mercy 1999 
Date: October 17, 1999
Venue: Gund Arena (Cleveland, Ohio)
Attendance: Approximately 18,742
Match Type: Ladder Match for the $100,000 and Managerial Services of Terri Runnels
Background
October 17, 1999 – No Mercy.
Before they became household names in the TLC era, The Hardy Boyz and Edge & Christian were two rising tag teams fighting to break into the WWE spotlight.
At No Mercy 1999, WWE introduced a first-ever tag team ladder match, with a unique prize:
• $100,000 in cash, suspended above the ring
• The managerial services of Terri Runnels, who promised to guide the winners to the top
Both teams were known for their high-flying offense and risk-taking abilities, but neither had competed in a match of this scale.
This was their opportunity to prove that they were the future of WWE’s tag team division.
Match Overview
A groundbreaking, career-defining ladder match!
• Brutal ladder spots: Both teams used ladders not just as tools to climb, but as weapons to punish each other.
• High-risk daredevilry: Jeff Hardy and Edge showcased death-defying aerial assaults, setting the foundation for future TLC matches.
• Tactical brutality: Matt Hardy and Christian implemented calculated attacks, aiming to weaken their opponents before making a move for the prize.
• Crowd’s electrifying energy: Fans were witnessing something revolutionary, reacting in shock and awe as the action unfolded.
• An unforgettable final sequence: One team pulled off a stunning move to secure victory!
Which team ascended to greatness? Watch this classic match to find out!
Relive the legendary ladder war!
Match Result 
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Winners: The Hardy Boyz
Match Duration: 16 minutes, 30 seconds
Jeff Hardy delivered one of the most iconic high-flying moments of his career!
The final moments saw Jeff Hardy hit a breathtaking Swanton Bomb off the ladder, incapacitating Edge.
Matt Hardy then climbed the ladder to retrieve the cash prize, securing victory for The Hardy Boyz.
The Hardy Boyz won the $100,000 and the managerial services of Terri Runnels!
Match Ratings
Match Quality | ★★★★★ | A revolutionary ladder match that changed WWE forever. |
Crowd Reaction | ★★★★★ | Fans erupted as the match unfolded, reacting to every high spot. |
Storytelling | ★★★★★ | The desperation, teamwork, and strategy were all perfectly executed. |
Innovation | ★★★★★ | Set the foundation for TLC matches and the modern tag team era. |
Overall Rating: 10/10 (A must-watch classic that defined an era!)
Match Significance and Legacy
The Hardy Boyz’ first career-defining victory on a major WWE PPV.
Edge & Christian proved they were just as daring, leading to their future dominance.
This match laid the groundwork for the TLC matches at WrestleMania 2000 and X-Seven.
Inspired future generations of high-flyers and risk-takers in ladder matches.
Conclusion
The No Mercy 1999 ladder match was not just a match—it was a revolution.
It elevated The Hardy Boyz and Edge & Christian from undercard teams to future legends.
• The Hardy Boyz took insane risks and cemented their daredevil reputation.
• Edge & Christian showcased their ability to perform in big-match situations.
• This was the true birth of WWE’s ladder match era, paving the way for future TLC wars.
One of the greatest matches in WWE history—relive this timeless classic today!