Bret “Hitman” Hart is not known for regulating his takes. He’s just as efficient with his comments as he was with The Sharpshooter. Nor is Hart likely to lavish praise on anyone who doesn’t deserve it. So, when The Hitman called Rey Mysterio “the best there is, best there was, best there ever will be,” you can believe he means it.

Hart was interviewed on The Wrestling Classic recently and had hot takes on Goldberg (of course), CM Punk, and The Simpsons, to name a few. One stand-out assessment came when Hart was asked who his dream opponent would be.

“If I could pick one guy it would be Rey Mysterio. I always forget Rey Mysterio, but I think Rey Mysterio is one of the greatest wrestlers of all time. Like, he’s right up there as the best there is, best there was, best there ever will be. He’s really good. He is really special. Nobody can do what Rey Mysterio does.”

– Bret Hart

Watch the full interview below.

Rey Mysterio is undoubtedly one of the greatest wrestlers of all time, if not the greatest. Performing in the ring since a teenager and soon to hit fifty years young, Mysterio crafted a résumé like no other wrestler in the world. He exploded onto the scene during a big-man era and still made a notable impact on fans and performers alike.

Mysterio’s high-flying moves and innovative style revolutionized wrestling, while his ability to connect with fans and dedication to the Mexican wrestling tradition have made him a beloved figure across generations.

It’s no wonder that his progeny, “Dirty” Dominik Mysterio, has risen up the WWE ranks as quickly as he has–His pedigree is superhuman.

Dominik debuted in 2020 and has since been involved in high-profile feuds, including with his own father. He’s embraced his heel persona with perfection, drawing heat from crowds with his rebellious attitude and growing in-ring skills. Despite his relatively short time in WWE, he’s already carving out a legacy of his own.

Before betraying his father to join The Judgement Day, Rey Mysterio and Dominik Mysterio became the first father-son duo in WWE history to win the tag team championship together.