Leading up to WrestleMania 40, the WWE universe was electric with anticipation, especially with The Rock set to make his much-anticipated return to the wrestling ring. Speculation grew about a possible matchup between him and Roman Reigns, creating immense excitement. Yet, when WrestleMania finally arrived, it was clear that the highly anticipated showdown between The Rock and Reigns would not take place.
Reports began circulating, suggesting that The Rock was perturbed by insinuations claiming he sought to “save” WrestleMania 40 with his presence. Despite the mounting anticipation, the grand clash between The Brahma Bull and Reigns failed to materialize, leaving fans puzzled and eager for answers.
Instead of locking horns with Reigns, The Rock made his presence felt in the ongoing feud between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns, injecting a fresh dose of intrigue into the storyline. The notion that The Great One was poised to elevate WrestleMania 40 with a high-profile match against Reigns added an extra layer of excitement to the event.
However, the outcome of WrestleMania 40 took an unexpected turn, with Cody Rhodes emerging victorious over Reigns to clinch the coveted Undisputed WWE Championship. This surprising twist in the tale left many fans wondering about the true intentions behind The Rock’s involvement in the event.
Brian Gewirtz recently appeared on the Busted Open podcast to dispel the ongoing speculations surrounding The Rock’s rumored involvement in headlining WrestleMania. Speaking assertively, Gewirtz rejected the claims that The Rock had any intention of “saving” WrestleMania or clinching a top spot opposite Reigns. He made it clear that although The Rock might have faced criticism from fans, especially for his Final Boss persona, what truly bothered him was the insinuation that he was orchestrating a sensational rescue mission for the event.
Gewirtz shed light on the situation, stating, “There was this narrative that Rock has vowed he’s going to ‘save WrestleMania.’ Those words never escaped his mouth.” He continued, “I don’t think the idea of people booing him bothered him as much as the narrative of, like, yeah, he got on the board and he just decided he’s going to main event WrestleMania when it was obviously well thought out well before then.”
Furthermore, wresltingnews365 provided exclusive insights into The Rock’s purported plans to capture the WWE Undisputed Championship before relinquishing it back to Roman Reigns. While the unfolding of events may have deviated from initial speculations, many fans expressed satisfaction with the outcome, emphasizing that the essence of WrestleMania remained intact despite the absence of a showdown between The Rock and Reigns.
As the dust settled on WrestleMania 40, one thing became clear: The Rock’s aura and influence continue to loom large over the WWE landscape, captivating audiences and sparking discussions long after the final bell has rung.
