10 WWE Wrestler Attires That Paid Tribute To Other Wrestlers

10. CM Punk - Bret Hart (SummerSlam 2012)

On commentary duties during Bret Hart's WrestleMania IX clash with Yokozuna, Macho Man Randy Savage said 'The Hitman' deserved and earned "R-E-S-P-E-C-T". His words hit hard, and by the Hulk Hogan-covered end of the show, they hurt.

On that night, Hart wore a stunning hot pink variation of his gear for what was at the time the biggest singles match of his career. He was supposed to be the headliner despite sharing billing with a returning Hulk Hogan, but evening belonged to 'The Hulkster' yet again after he flattened Yoko in 22 seconds after the sumo star had cheaply dethroned the 'Excellence Of Execution'.

It was a show of anything but respect. Unlike the threads CM Punk selected for his own similar topline crisis in 2012.

'The Voice Of The Voiceless' was in the middle of his own similar struggle, sliding down cards in favour of John Cena matches or contests deemed more important than the belt around his waist.

Bret's plight mirrored the harsh reality of Punk's own situation, and the gear sported for his title match at SummerSlam served as a subtle call back to the overlooked (and underrated) technician beloved by millions.