The Rock Faces Career Rumors, Shawn Michaels Sets Record Straight

The Rock's early career has been subject to rumors, with Shawn Michaels recently addressing allegations of bullying.

Shawn Michaels retired from wrestling as The Rock's singles career took off, and despite opportunities, the two never faced each other in the ring.

The Rock lost the WWE Championship to Brock Lesnar at SummerSlam 2002, and Michaels returned to face Triple H on the same card.

Michaels denied treating The Rock badly, citing timeline conflicts as the reason for the missed match.

The Rock's rise to stardom paralleled Triple H's, with the two having many battles for the WWE Intercontinental and World championships.

Michaels spoke about The Rock's first time hosting Saturday Night Live, recalling a funny skit and acknowledging The Rock's huge star potential.

The Rock's prime in the pro wrestling business came and went during Michaels' absence in WWE, with the two never having the right timing for a match.

Shawn Michaels and The Rock get along today, with Michaels saying they talk about stuff, but The Rock was well into his Hollywood career by the time Michaels returned.

The Rock's first match on the WWE main roster was against Hunter Hearst Helmsley in an eight-man Survivor Series tag team match.

Michaels initially joked that The Rock didn't like him, but explained that rumors of bullying were blown out of proportion and inaccurate.

The Rock wouldn't wrestle again until WrestleMania 19, and would wrestle sporadically thereafter, with Michaels returning to face Triple H at SummerSlam 2002.