Hulk Hogan Discusses His Iconic WrestleMania 18 Match

TLDRHulk Hogan shares the backstory and expectations leading up to WrestleMania 18, where he faced The Rock. The match was a huge success, with Hogan being cheered by the crowd, and it marked a momentous passing of the torch in the wrestling industry. Hogan discusses the NWO's surprise attack on him after the match and his plans for a two-year run with Stone Cold Steve Austin.

Key insights

🔥WrestleMania 18 was Hulk Hogan's favorite match of all time.

🤼‍♂️Hogan initially planned to cheer for The Rock but ended up supporting himself.

👑Hogan's match with The Rock marked a passing of the torch in the wrestling industry.

📝The match was not rehearsed, and The Rock displayed excellent timing and improvisation skills.

💥The NWO attacked Hogan after the match, setting up a storyline for Hogan's return to the red and yellow persona.

Q&A

What were Hogan's expectations before the match with The Rock?

Hogan expected to have a high-energy, intense match and to pass the torch to a rising star in the industry.

Did Hogan know about the NWO turning on him after the match?

Yes, Hogan was informed by the referee that the NWO would attack him. It was part of the storyline.

Why did Hogan return to his red and yellow persona after the match?

Vince McMahon ordered Hogan to go back to his iconic persona, the red and yellow, immediately after the match.

Did Hogan plan to have a two-year run with Stone Cold Steve Austin?

Hogan wanted to have a two-year run with Austin, but due to physical issues with Austin, the plan did not materialize.

What was the fan reaction to Hogan's match with The Rock?

The crowd cheered Hogan throughout the match, showing their loyalty and appreciation for his contributions to the wrestling industry.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Hulk Hogan shares his love for WrestleMania 18 and his favorite match of all time.

00:22Hogan reveals that he initially planned to cheer for The Rock but ended up supporting himself.

03:49The match with The Rock marked a passing of the torch in the wrestling industry.

05:35The match was not rehearsed, and The Rock displayed excellent timing and improvisation skills.

07:15The NWO surprised Hogan with an attack after the match, setting up a storyline for his return to the red and yellow persona.