SHAWN MICHAELS is the first name to be announced for the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2011.
The Heartbreak Kid emotionally retired at last year's WrestleMania after his match with Undertaker - a bout considered some by one as the best in history.And he made a surprise appearance on this week's WWE Raw, where it was announced he will enter the HOF the night before WrestleMania 27, in Atlanta.
Midway through Raw, WWE ran an outstanding and emotional video packages showcasing some of Michaels' career highlights.
Still no-one expected, when HBK's familiar music played in the arena, that Shawn himself would appear before the live crowd.
He emerged to a huge ovation, and lapped up the adulation before entering the ring. Before he had a chance to speak, he was joined by Alberto Del Rio, who put down the accomplishments of Michaels, touting himself as the next Mr WrestleMania.
Shawn silenced the cocky Mexican with a rendition of Sweet Chin Music, to the crowd's delight.
Michaels never uttered a word, but the magic he brings to the ring made him easily the highlight of the show.
Seconds after his appearance, Michaels tweeted "Surprise, surprise," and followed up with "Seriously, thanks to all of you for making my career such a joy. I will carry those moments with me all my life. Thanks for sharing it with me."
There will now be speculation as to whether Michaels will be involved in WrestleMania itself.
It is highly doubtful he will wrestle again, but there are precedents for retired stars being special guest referees.
There is also some interest over who will induct Michaels at the Hall of Fame ceremony.
Smart money would seemingly be on his friend and DX partner Triple H, but Michaels told WWE magazine two years ago that he'd thought about Bret Hart doing the honours.
It seemed laughable at the time, but since the two have made peace and Bret is back in the WWE fold, it is possible.
Other names rumoured for this year's Hall of Fame include Arn Anderson, Ron Simmons, The Road Warriors, Sting and Bill Goldberg.
It is highly doubtful he will wrestle again, but there are precedents for retired stars being special guest referees.
There is also some interest over who will induct Michaels at the Hall of Fame ceremony.
Smart money would seemingly be on his friend and DX partner Triple H, but Michaels told WWE magazine two years ago that he'd thought about Bret Hart doing the honours.
It seemed laughable at the time, but since the two have made peace and Bret is back in the WWE fold, it is possible.
Other names rumoured for this year's Hall of Fame include Arn Anderson, Ron Simmons, The Road Warriors, Sting and Bill Goldberg.
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