5 reasons why Shawn Michaels' initial WWE run was better than his second stint

#2. HBK defined the Attitude Era with D-Generation X

Shawn Michaels is well-known for various associations he has made. As the Heartbreak Kid, he hired two bodyguards. Both of them, Diesel and Sycho Sid, eventually turned on him.

He was also one of the core superstars in an era-defining stable D-Generation X. He and Triple H took it off to the limits to put their stable on the top. Like his bodyguards and any other union, the DX generation ultimately collided.

Nevertheless, the stable is one of the best factions in pro wrestling alongside the nWo.

#1. Shawn Michaels vs. Bret Hart is one of the best rivalries in WWE history

It is well known that there was something more than just an in-ring feud between Shawn Michaels and Bret Hart. With everything sorted now, it is best to peek behind and admire the chemistry between these fellows.

The rivalry between HBK and Hart is undeniably one of the best. They began feuding as a tag team (The Rockerz vs. The Hart Foundation), feuding over the Intercontinental Championship to the world title. The feud reached its climax in an infamous incident in Montreal.

Michaels has had numerous fantastic feuds since his return to WWE. But no other rivalry can be as important as the one he had with Bret Hart.