WWE celebrates the creation of the first Money in the Bank match
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
The WWE reflects on the inception of the first Money in the Bank match, which took place 19 years ago. It is now recognized as one of the company's premier annual events, ranked fifth among its major offerings. Participants from that inaugural match share insights into its significance and legacy. The celebration is timely as WWE continues to build upon the success of this well-established tradition.
- •Money in the Bank is now WWE's fifth major event.
- •The first match occurred 19 years ago.
- •Participants discussed its significance and legacy.
- •The event continues to evolve within WWE programming.
- 2:45 PMESPN — The making of the first WWE Money in the Bank match
"Money in the Bank is now considered the WWE's fifth major event of the year. In the words of its participants, this is how the first match came to be 19 years ago.
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