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Edge vs. Batista history

After winning the World Heavyweight Championship in dubious fashion this past May, Edge found himself in the sights of a very angry Batista. Unfortunately for The Animal, however, the Rated-R Superstar maintained a perfect record against him, winning three consecutive matches to take Batista out of the title picture for the time being.

The Rated-R Era begins

The Rated-R Era begins

After seeing World Heavyweight Champion Undertaker survive a grueling match with Batista and then get decimated by Mark Henry, Edge cashed in his Money in the Bank and picked the bones of The Phenom's carcass to claim the gold. WATCH  |  Read more on the story

Passing Judgment

Passing Judgment

Having taken Undertaker to the limit twice, Batista remained No. 1 Contender to the World Heavyweight Championship following Edge's win. But at Judgment Day, it was the Rated-R Superstar who continued The Animal's title hex.
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The Sweet Escape

The Sweet Escape

The Animal got a rematch inside a Steel Cage at One Night Stand. Once again, however, the Ultimate Opportunist prevailed, dropping to the arena floor just seconds before Batista was able to make his way out of the steel structure.
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An Unlucky Charm

An Unlucky Charm

Batista earned a last chance at Edge's gold at Vengeance, but after some Rated-R chicanery was thwarted, a crucial mistake cost The Animal the match. As a result, he could no longer challenge Edge for the World Heavyweight Title.
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