WWE's Shawn Michaels Undergoes Major Back Surgery, Needs Double Knee Replacement

WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels recently underwent surgery to address a long-standing back injury sustained during his 1998 Royal Rumble casket match against The Undertaker, which had required rods to be inserted in his back that were recently removed due to twisting issues. According to Kevin Nash on his "Kliq This" podcast, Michaels experienced immediate pain relief following the operation, but he also faces the prospect of double knee replacements and potential hip problems due to the physical toll of his wrestling career. Michaels, who now serves as the creative head of WWE's NXT brand and makes occasional on-screen appearances, was seen at AAA Triplemanía XXXIII participating in the national anthem ceremony. Nash drew parallels to Hulk Hogan, who also underwent multiple back surgeries involving rods, noting the severity of such procedures and the ongoing physical challenges faced by wrestling legends. Despite stepping away from full-time in-ring competition decades ago, Michaels' body continues to bear the consequences of his storied career, highlighting the sacrifices wrestlers endure long after their prime.