In a clip released by the sports entertainment giant, The Deadman explained he was shocked by McCool's teaching and her approach towards a rookie, and expressed that the exchange may have caused issues between the contestant and the head coach, Mickie James, down the road.

Michelle McCool was surprised on Friday by Triple H and told that she'll be going into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2025.

Michelle McCool has joined Triple H in 2025's class by being announced as the second entrant to be inducted and honoured before WrestleMania 41 this April. Trips broke the news to a stunned McCool during ESPN's Get Up. She was there with husband The Undertaker, and Michelle seemed genuinely surprised by the reveal.

The WWE Hall of Fame recognizes legends from various eras, with notable inductees such as The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels. Triple H is the headliner for the 2025 WWE Hall of Fame class, marking his second induction. Michelle McCool receives a surprise Hall of Fame induction for her contributions to women's wrestling.

Michelle McCool sent a message to WWE CCO Triple H on X shortly after he announced her as the newest inductee into this year's Hall of Fame.

WWE has not yet announced its plans for the 2025 Hall of Fame ceremony, and this is intentional. WWE CCO Paul “Triple H” Levesque will headline the 2025 WWE Hall of Fame, with Michelle McCool also set to be honored with an induction. The event is scheduled for April during WrestleMania weekend.

These WWE icons will be honored during WrestleMania weekend in 2025 for their many achievements in sports entertainment!

Post-retirement Michelle McCool went on to become a mother and chose a private ... McCool will join fellow champion Triple H as the current class of the 2025 WWE Hall of Fame, while the names of other champions will be announced later.

WWE confirmed the 2025 Hall of Fame induction of Michelle McCool. Former tag team partner Layla has since reacted.