Survivor Series (2012) — WWE pay-per-view in Indianapolis

Format and characteristics

Survivor Series has a recognizable format centered on elimination tag-team bouts, typically featuring teams of four or five. Matches continue until all members of one team have been eliminated by pinfall, submission, count-out, or disqualification. The event also traditionally includes singles matches for championships and storyline-driven contests that advance weekly television narratives.

History and context

First held in 1987, Survivor Series is regarded as one of WWE’s cornerstone pay-per-views alongside other major shows. By 2012 the event had evolved from its original concept to include both the classic elimination match and more conventional title matches, reflecting changes in the promotion’s programming and roster.

Card and presentation

The 2012 show featured multiple high-profile bouts that combined title implications and traditional Survivor Series-style eliminations. Production values, commentary, and in-arena presentation followed WWE’s established pay-per-view standards at the time, aiming to deliver a blend of athletic performance and storyline resolution.

Significance and legacy

As the 26th edition, Survivor Series (2012) reinforced the annual tradition of November elimination-themed events in WWE’s calendar. For fans and historians the card is part of a continuous lineage that illustrates how WWE balances long-standing match types with evolving entertainment priorities. For more information about the event and its matches, see the official event listings and archives: event page and additional resources city details or venue information at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.