WWE fans are not happy about The Rock coming back to take Cody Rhodes’ match against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40. It appears that tonight’s press conference in Las Vegas will clear up a lot of things.
The Rock called his shot at WrestleMania 40 when he returned during the Day 1 episode of RAW. This included him calling out the Head of the Table in his own way.
During Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer mentioned that there were some in WWE who thought that The Rock wrestling in Saudi Arabia was a better plan. The Rock wanted Mania, and that’s what is happening.
“Dwayne wanted it to be Mania, and that’s true. You know, there are people who thought it might be better on another show. I know people who suggested the idea of Saudi Arabia for Dwayne and Cody for WrestleMania, but Dwayne wanted WrestleMania.”
It was then stated that “whatever they are doing” for WrestleMania will very likely be made clear tomorrow at the press conference in Las Vegas.
“Whether they do two matches, with Roman wrestling twice, or whatever to do to make this thing work, I was told that it will likely be completed by the end of the press conference. I was told that is the plan.”
The Rock seemed very confident that they have a very important event in Las Vegas. He made a very bold claim that fans will be talking about that night forever after he landed in Sin City.
The Rock’s WrestleMania 40 Booking Possibly Changing
There has been a significant amount of negative fan reaction following The Rock’s return. However, WWE has not communicated any internal guidance or instructions on how to address this fan discontent.
When I asked if any of this fan backlash will change these prospective WrestleMania plans, I was told, “there’s no chance in hell.”
After asking around a few days later, I received another note that said, “No chance this changes unless The Rock backs out. This has been The Rock calling the shot since January 1st.” That is when Rock showed up on the Day 1 episode of RAW and made his first head of the table comment.
I double-checked to ensure everything was in order. I was informed that if there are any changes, they’re being kept tightly under wraps. It seems that Roman Reigns vs The Rock is indeed on track.
It was confirmed once again to me today that Rock vs Roman is still happening as of this morning, it’s not a triple threat, and Rock is not a referee for Cody vs Roman either.
It was confirmed once again to me today that Rock vs Roman is still happening as of this morning, it's not a triple threat, and Rock is not a referee for Cody vs Roman either.
Fans may not be thrilled, but they will be talking. It's still hard to believe we're getting "Rocky…
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While what unfolds in Vegas is typically kept in Vegas tomorrow’s event at the T-Mobile Arena will likely play a significant role in shaping WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia on April 6th and 7th.
SE Scoops will have complete coverage of the entire WrestleMania kickoff press conference in Las Vegas. It may be a very important event, so you might not want to miss it.