Greatest KOTR and QOTR moments in WWE history: your picks

[Fam28]

With the 2026 tournament building to Night of Champions, seemed like a good time for a history thread. King of the Ring has produced some of the most memorable moments and character-defining matches in WWE history. Queen of the Ring is newer but has already delivered.

Your picks for the best moments, matches, or crowning ceremonies from the tournament's history. KOTR is the 25th edition this year which makes this a significant anniversary.

[DQ Eric]

Austin 3:16 speech after defeating Jake Roberts in 1996 is probably the most culturally significant moment in the tournament's history. The character that defined an era was born in that arena on that night.