Bret Hart is often considered one of the best wrestlers of all time, known for his technical prowess and compelling in-ring storytelling. Despite his numerous achievements and accolades, there are still a few significant milestones that the Hitman never reached throughout his illustrious career. Here’s a look at ten notable accomplishments that eluded Bret Hart.
Wrestle Rey Mysterio
Bret Hart and Rey Mysterio are two of the most beloved wrestling icons, each known for their unique styles. Despite their lengthy careers, they never faced each other in a one-on-one match. The closest they came was teaming up in a six-man tag match, but fans never got to see them clash directly.
Defeat The Rock
Hart did compete against The Rock, but never secured a victory over him. Their only singles match saw The Rock, then known as Rocky Maivia, emerge victorious. This happened before The Rock became a major star, making Hart’s inability to beat him even more surprising.
Defeat Ricky Steamboat
Despite both being in their primes around the same time, Hart never defeated Ricky Steamboat. They faced off in two live events and several tag matches, but Steamboat always came out on top, a surprising fact given Hart’s impressive career record.
Sign With AEW
While many legends from Hart’s era have signed with AEW, Hart has not. He did make a one-off appearance to unveil the AEW World Championship, but a longer-term deal never materialized due to his commitments with WWE.
Win the Hardcore Championship
Despite winning numerous titles, Hart never held the Hardcore Championship. Given his technical wrestling style, seeing him adapt to the hardcore rules could have been an interesting and entertaining challenge, but it never happened.
Have a Hell in a Cell Match
The Hell in a Cell match is one of wrestling’s most iconic stipulations, perfect for intense rivalries. Hart, known for his storytelling abilities, never competed in one. It would have been fascinating to see how he used the structure to tell a compelling in-ring story.
Work for TNA
During the time when TNA was signing many former WWE stars, Hart never joined their ranks. Instead, he returned to WWE, providing competition to TNA, proving he remained a significant draw even later in his career.
Win a Title for NJPW
Hart competed in New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) and impressed audiences with his skills, but he never won a title there. Despite several opportunities, he never managed to secure a championship in NJPW.
Win the NWA Worlds Heavyweight Championship
Although Hart held several World Heavyweight titles, he never won the prestigious NWA Worlds Heavyweight Championship. His name would have fit well among the legends who have held this title, but the opportunity never arose.
Be the Sole Royal Rumble Winner
Hart technically won the Royal Rumble in 1994, but he shared the victory with Lex Luger. Unlike many other legends, Hart never had the distinction of winning the Rumble outright on his own.
While Bret Hart’s career is filled with remarkable achievements and unforgettable moments, these ten accomplishments are notable for their absence from his storied legacy.
