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The Undertaker revealed on the final part of the 'Last Ride' documentary that he has no desire to return to the ring, seemingly announcing his retirement. However, it isn't set in stone. He did mention that he would return if Vince McMahon needed him to, in case of an emergency.
His Boneyard Match with AJ Styles at WrestleMania 36 was a brilliant ending to his story, but the fact that there wasn't an audience could keep The Undertaker's book open for one more chapter. It is at least a possibility if nothing else. He could have one last match, before finally calling it a day in WWE.
Mark Calaway was pretty content about not wrestling anymore but if he were to come back, quite a few Superstars would benefit from the rub of facing The Undertaker in his last match. We could yet see 'Taker catch that one final dragon.
And with a roster as talented as it is right now, there are quite a few names who are realistic options to face The Undertaker. It is just a question if the cowboy will step back inside the ring for one more fight, before permanently riding off into the sunset.
Here are five Superstars who could face The Undertaker if he decides to return for one last match.
#5 Aleister Black
While the status of his push on Monday Night RAW is uncertain now that Paul Heyman is not on the creative team, Aleister Black has a lot of potential in WWE and could become a megastar. He has a presence similar to that of The Undertaker, with both of them being creatures of the night.
There are other higher-profile stars who could have Undertaker's last match, but hardly any of them would be as symbolic as Black forcefully grabbing the torch from him. The Dutch Destroyer could become the new Lord of Darkness, with a career-making victory over the 30-year veteran.
It would certainly be a spectacle of the highest order if nothing else. The entrances alone would be worth having this match.
#4 Seth Rollins
While they have clashed in 6-man tag team action, The Undertaker and Seth Rollins have never faced each other in a singles match. But this story writes itself. Seeing the Monday Night Messiah take on the Unholy Trinity of the Deadman, American Badass and Mark Calaway would be a sight to behold.
Rollins would be one of the few Superstars who can guarantee a great match for The Undertaker at this stage, with his immense selling ability. His villainous traits could carve out a story as personal as Taker's feud with AJ Styles.
It could all begin with Rollins wanting to sacrifice The Undertaker's spirit for the "greater good", with the potential for a variety of matches. The two could have a wildly entertaining Boneyard Match, if there will ever be another one, with Murphy and Austin Theory trying to come to their leader's aid.
Another option, if Undertaker has one more match, could be a traditional Survivor Series match between a team of his choosing and Seth Rollins' faction. Having his last WWE match be the same one he debuted in 30 years ago would not be a bad way to say goodbye to The Undertaker.
#3 AJ Styles
As things stand, the final match of The Undertaker's legendary career was against AJ Styles. While the pair originally intended to have an in-ring classic at WrestleMania 36, the coronavirus pandemic forced WWE to get a bit more creative in the execution of this match. And thus, we got the Boneyard Match.
It was a phenomenal (pardon the pun) effort from both, Styles and Undertaker, as the fans witnessed the first of many cinematic masterpieces during this period. And while 'Taker is content and does not have any desire to wrestle again, the lure of having a crowd might pull him back in.
The Undertaker might feel like putting a bow on his career with a match in front of tens of thousands of WWE fans, so the story with AJ could be continuing into next year's WrestleMania. It would definitely be the best possible retirement match Undertaker could have at this stage, with the Phenomenal One operating at a different level at the moment.
It would make sense for AJ Styles to have a rematch against The Undertaker, but a couple of other Superstars could get a larger rub from facing The Deadman in his final match.
#2 Drew McIntyre
The current WWE Champion is on top of the world, looking as strong as ever. Drew McIntyre has beaten some notable names over the past few months and is still running with the ball at full speed. But his momentum could grow even more, as he recently declared his intention to face The Undertaker.
The Scottish Terminator is pretty much the face of WWE at this point and following their face-off during a No Holds Barred Tag team match at Extreme Rules last year, fans have warmed up to the idea of seeing Undertaker put McIntyre over.
Already a major star in WWE, a victory over The Deadman would legitimize McIntyre's main event run tenfold. With the rocket well and truly strapped to him, the Scotsman is a prime candidate to retire 'Taker if he is up for one more match.
Aside from the supernatural elements, Drew McIntyre currently feels like every bit of The Undertaker. His Superstar aura, popularity with the fans, and leadership qualities in the locker room make him a potential legend in WWE. McIntyre beating The Undertaker might be a more effective version of Roman Reigns doing the same at WrestleMania 33.
#1 "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt
While some Superstars may give The Undertaker a great final match and others would continue to grow as the focal point of WWE, one Superstar could benefit the most from permanently retiring Mark Calaway. The one star who could be as scary, magical, and iconic as The Undertaker, Bray Wyatt.
It makes all the sense in the world, with The Fiend's motives being to avenge everybody who wronged Wyatt in the past. Very few have done more damage to the cult leader than Undertaker back in 2015, as he gained two separate victories over Wyatt that year.
Seeing Undertaker interact with Firefly Fun House Bray Wyatt would be intriguing, while a confrontation between 'Taker and the Fiend is every bit as tempting as it sounds. Sure, the match probably won't be that good. But the message more than makes up for it, with Wyatt consuming The Undertaker's soul and manhandling him in an unprecedented way.
The story would be great, whether it is inside a ring or in a cinematic setting. A Firefly Fun House Match featuring Undertaker could be gold, with so many elements to cover from his 30-year-long career during the match. Either way, Bray Wyatt has the most to gain from beating 'Taker and retiring him for good.
The Fiend could finally let The Undertaker's career rest in peace. But of course, it all depends on whether he decides to return for one last match or not. Only time will tell. But for now, it seems like the cowboy has ridden away.
