WWE WrestleMania 18: Top 10 Moments from a Legendary Night in Toronto | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
David Schmidt
Published Mar 24, 2026
Maven was set to defend his Hardcore title against Goldust.
That was a nice match to make. Sure enough, it was a mess within minutes.
I don't like the term "botch," but these two did not work well together. Sorry!
Before long, Spike Dudley ran in to win the gold. Remember, the title is defended 24 hours a day and seven days a week.
Backstage, The Hurricane pinned Spike for the gold. Moments later, his partner in crime (Mighty Molly Holly) attacked him for the title.
That wouldn't last long, as Christian beat her for the gold later on. As he was about to leave the arena with the Hardcore title, Maven rolled him up from behind to gain a pin fall.
Yes, the title began and ended with Maven. Thus, the entire night was just ridiculous segments to fill time with a ton of talent doing nothing.
Thankfully, this "division" was gone a few months later. I wish to never see it return, and nights like WrestleMania XVIII are why.
