Hulk Hogan has high praise for The Tribal Chief

Hogan's comments come at a time when the pace of pro wrestling has changed compared to his era. The more constant, as well as intensified exposure of the WWE in mainstream media, has made long championship reigns a thing of the past. Not to mention, the modern style of wrestling that favors smaller, faster, and more athletic wrestlers, means the brutes such as Reigns, are far and few in between. But, Hogan contends that Reigns proves that there's still a place for a slower and more methodical style.

Coincidentally, Gunther, who's on track to becoming the longest-reigning Intercontinental Champion, favors a similar style. It's believed that the WWE is heavily considering pushing Gunther as a main-event wrestler in the future.

The Tribal Chief has fought and defeated the best superstars on WWE's roster, including being the only one to have beaten Brock Lesnar clean twice in a row. The list of names that Reigns has taken out during his historic run includes the likes of Drew McIntyre, Braun Strowman, Goldberg, and more. His latest opponent, Cody Rhodes, is an example of a wrestler that employs the more modern style of WWE wrestling.

Unfortunately, while Hogan expressed his desire to work together with Reigns, especially if he was in his prime, the Hulkster admits that his body is "just too beat up" right now to do this.

The wrestling icon, who hasn't wrestled in over a decade, has had several back surgeries and other maladies over the years. To date, Hogan laments not getting a retirement match as his physical condition restricts him from doing so.

If the opportunity presents itself, Hogan would've loved to have worked together with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. However, at his age and the toll that his long career has taken on his body, it seems unlikely that Hogan will return to the ring soon if at all.

But, hey, at least we got that special moment between Hogan, Austin, and The Rock at WrestleMania 30.