Archive · 28 May 2025
Iconic WWE Moments: Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels' Rivalry
Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels were two of WWE's biggest stars in the 1990s, known for their intense rivalry.
They had epic matches, including a 60-minute Iron Man match at WrestleMania, where Michaels won the title.
Their feud culminated in the infamous 'Montreal Screwjob,' where a match ended controversially.
Years later, they reconciled on live television, shaking hands and ending their long-standing feud.
This rivalry is considered one of the most memorable in WWE history.
Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels had a significant rivalry in WWE during the mid-1990s.
They competed in a 60-minute Iron Man match at WrestleMania 12, which Michaels won.
The Montreal Screwjob occurred at Survivor Series 1997.
The Montreal Screwjob involved Vince McMahon calling for the bell while Hart was in a submission hold.
Hart and Michaels reconciled on WWE RAW 12 years after the Montreal Screwjob.
- Who
- Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels
- What
- A wrestling rivalry including matches, title fights, and controversial events
- When
- Mid-1990s, culminating in 1997 and later reconciliation
- Where
- WWE
- Why
- To compete for the WWE title, and for personal conflicts.
Bret Hart
Shawn Michaels
Match Result at Survivor Series
Bret Hart
Hart was cheated out of the win.
Shawn Michaels
Michaels was awarded the win.
- Rivalry Duration
- Mid-1990s to reconciliation
- Iron Man Match Location
- WrestleMania 12
- Montreal Screwjob Event
- Survivor Series 1997
- Hart's final match
- Survivor Series 1997