3 Matches That Should Be Inducted in the WWE Hall of Fame

WrestleMania season is in full swing, and with it comes the WWE Hall of Fame. While the ceremony has followed a familiar formula for years, this time, WWE is adding a historic twist. For the first time ever, a match is being inducted into the Hall of Fame—the legendary WrestleMania 13 showdown between Stone Cold Steve Austin and Bret Hart.

If this becomes an annual tradition, here are three matches that deserve the honor next:

The Rock vs. Hulk Hogan: WrestleMania 18

Although the current opinion of Hulk Hogan is less than favorable, his impact in pro wrestling can’t be denied. WrestleMania 18 was no exception. This was a classic case of New School vs. Old School. Hogan was the heel, and The Rock was the babyface—but the Skydome in Toronto had other plans. The crowd flipped the script, and the wrestlers adapted in real-time. You won’t see any Spanish Flies or 450 splashes here, but this match embodies pro wrestling at its finest. Two masterminds crafting a living work of art, with tens of thousands hanging on every move. There’s no doubt this is a Hall of Fame-worthy encounter—just maybe let The Rock handle the acceptance speech solo.

CM Punk vs. John Cena: Money in the Bank 2011

If non-WrestleMania matches qualify, this is a no-brainer. It’s one of John Cena’s best matches and the only one to earn the highly coveted five-star rating. During a time when WWE’s storytelling was hit-or-miss, the Summer of Punk was a rare bright spot. While some may argue this wasn’t even their best match, the context was perfect. CM Punk’s real-life contract situation, combined with the electric atmosphere of his hometown crowd in Chicago, created the ultimate storm. The match itself was as flawless as it gets, and the finish remains one of the most iconic in modern WWE history. With Punk now back in the company, this induction feels like a slam dunk.

Shawn Michaels vs. The Undertaker: WrestleMania 25/26

I’m bending the rules a bit here, but these matches are so good they both deserve recognition. On their own, each could be considered the best work of The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels on the grandest stage. But this isn’t just about two incredible matches—the storytelling between WrestleMania 25 and 26 was masterful. While most WrestleMania builds don’t truly kick off until Royal Rumble season, this was a year-long saga. Michaels fell short at WrestleMania 25, then failed to win the Rumble, spiraling into desperation until he was willing to risk—and ultimately lose—his career. It was captivating drama that made their rematch even more emotional. With both legends still involved in WWE, seeing them receive this honor would be special.

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