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Shawn Michaels Addresses Timing, Not Tension, with The Rock

4/6/2026

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Shawn Michaels explained on the "7PM in Brooklyn" podcast that timing, not backstage issues, prevented a major match with The Rock.
He said that by his WWE return in 2002 after a back injury, The Rock was focused on Hollywood.
Michaels dismissed rumors of animosity and said their relationship is amicable today.
He expressed respect for The Rock and stated he would choose him as a talent.

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Shawn Michaels explained on the "7PM in Brooklyn" podcast that timing, not backstage issues, prevented a major match with The Rock.
He said that by his WWE return in 2002 after a back injury, The Rock was focused on Hollywood.
Michaels dismissed rumors of animosity and said their relationship is amicable today.
He expressed respect for The Rock and stated he would choose him as a talent.