Top 5 Best WWE Intercontinental Champions of the Modern Era

In the modern era, a few notable WWE superstars have won the title of WWE Intercontinental Champions.

One of the most prominent titles in WWE history has been the Intercontinental Championship. The championship has been a rung on the ladder for up-and-coming talents to reach the next level since the time of the first champion, Pat Patterson. Numerous WWE celebrities have also benefited from it by becoming the promotion’s workhorses. Here are the top five superstars who held the WWE Intercontinental Championship at the height of the Sports Entertainment juggernaut in the modern era:

5. Dolph Ziggler

The WWE Intercontinental Championship marked the beginning of Dolph Ziggler’s ascent to prominence in the WWE singles scene. When the workhorse title was on the line, the showoff has been a part of some of the most spectacular bouts. He had even risked his career to compete against The Miz and win the title once. He won the WWE Intercontinental Champion title six times in total, and it has been highly important to his career.

4. Kevin Owens

In 2015, Kevin Owens made his significant WWE main roster debut against John Cena. A few months later, The Prizefighter won the WWE Intercontinental Championship, his first significant singles title in the top leagues. Ryback gave it to him, and that victory gave him a big boost in the beginning of his career. He became a two-time overall champion after winning the title once more.

3. Seth Rollins

Seth Rollins’ well-earned status as the real workhorse of WWE in the contemporary era was only strengthened with the WWE Intercontinental Championship. The Visionary defeated The Miz and Finn Balor in a triple threat match to win his first IC championship at WrestleMania 34, the Grandest Stage of Them All. His promotion Grand Slam was accomplished with this victory as well. Additionally, Rollins won the title twice and created some of the most memorable bouts involving the workhorse title.

2. The Miz

The Miz has won eight WWE Intercontinental Championships, which is the second-most in history. During a period when the title was not frequently used on television, The Awesome One took it and, through his charisma, diligence, and pranks, restored its prestige and relevance. For The Miz’s career, the IC title has been crucial. In the current age, he brought significant attention to the title.

1. The Gunther

Possibly the best WWE Intercontinental Champion of all time is Gunther. By holding the title for 666 days, he broke Pedro Morales’ record and set a new record for the longest single reign. He became a major celebrity and advanced to main event status after winning the workhorse title, which was a major boost to his main roster tenure that started in 2022.