Goldberg admits regret over infamous Bret Hart injury, prepares for final WWE bout

WWE Hall of Famer Goldberg has finally opened up about one of the most controversial incidents of his wrestling career - the accidental kick that led to Bret "The Hitman" Hart's premature retirement. Over two decades later, the former Universal Champion has expressed deep remorse over the incident that has long strained relations between two of wrestling's biggest legendsSpeaking to JAKIB Sports, the 58-year-old Goldberg did not shy away from discussing the infamous Starrcade 1999 match where his stiff side kick left Hart concussed. The injury would ultimately cut short Hart’s in-ring career.“I kicked Bret Hart in the head on accident a hundred years ago, and I’ve been remorseful ever since,” Goldberg admitted. “I was young in the business. People make mistakes, right? And people have to understand that.”While Hart has never forgiven Goldberg, even calling him an “unsafe worker” in past interviews - Goldberg insists the kick was unintentional. He emphasized his respect for Hart and the other veterans who helped guide him in the early days of his career.“I was lucky to start my career around legends like Curt Hennig, Kevin Nash, the Steiner Brothers, Hogan, Flair, and Bret Hart himself. These were people who took time to help me out. I would never take advantage of anyone in the ring.”Despite the lasting controversy, Goldberg remains unapologetic about his aggressive in-ring style, likening himself to Mike Tyson. “I was Tyson. I smashed people and left. I didn’t want to be like every other wrestler who did chain holds and high spots.”Hart, however, has held firm in his criticism, at one point rating Goldberg’s in-ring skills as “0 out of 10.” The animosity between the two has stood the test of time, and a reconciliation appears unlikely.While reflecting on his past, Goldberg is also looking toward the future - or at least, one final chapter. WWE has confirmed that the veteran will take on World Heavyweight Champion Gunther in his farewell match. The bout is set for Saturday Night’s Main Event on July 12 in Goldberg’s hometown of Atlanta, Georgia.The match is expected to be a blockbuster, pitting one of WWE’s most iconic finishers against the reigning powerhouse of the modern era. As Goldberg steps into the ring for the last time, fans are hoping the ending will be a fitting one - free of regret.Also Read: Kairi Sane offers emotional statement as Liv Morgan suffers serious shoulder injury