Just like that, the Brahma Bull is heading horn first into WrestleMania 40 against the Head of the Table.
The much-anticipated clash between Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Roman Reigns seems all but confirmed. This potential blockbuster confrontation has been brewing for some time, with recent events on WWE SmackDown adding fuel to the speculative fire that fans and insiders alike have been stoking.
On a recent episode of WWE SmackDown, Cody Rhodes, the reigning Royal Rumble winner, made a significant announcement that instead of choosing to face Roman Reigns in April for the Undisputed Universal Championship at WrestleMania, he hinted at a different matchup. The segment culminated in Rhodes revealing he had sought advice from someone very close to Reigns, leading to The Rock’s dramatic entrance. The Rock, a WWE legend and Hollywood superstar, shared a brief but poignant moment with Rhodes before turning his attention to a familiar face in Reigns. Blood relatives in real life, the show concluded with a tense stare-down between The Rock and Reigns, without a word exchanged, setting the stage for a potential showdown at WrestleMania 40.
The Rock’s involvement in WWE has been a topic of intense speculation and excitement. His recent appearance on SmackDown, coupled with his new role on the board of directors for TKO Group Holdings, the company resulting from the WWE-UFC merger, has only intensified discussions about his return to the ring. Despite no official match announcement during the SmackDown segment, the implication is clear – it’s The Rock vs The Reigns in either Night 1 or Night 2 of WrestleMania 40.
The potential match between The Rock and Reigns isn’t just a battle between two of WWE’s biggest stars; it’s a clash of family, with both wrestlers part of the renowned Anoa’i family. This adds a deeply personal layer to their rivalry, making the prospect of their meeting at WrestleMania all the more compelling. Both wrestlers have previously expressed interest in facing off at the grand stage, with The Rock hinting at a desire for a significant build-up to such a match.
While Cody Rhodes’ announcement initially seemed to pivot away from a confrontation with Reigns at WrestleMania, it set the stage for The Rock to step into the Grandest Stage of them All as a competitor in a full match for the first time in years.
The Rock’s surprise appearance and the subsequent tension-filled face-off with Reigns have led many to believe that a match at WrestleMania 40 is now certain.
While some have suggested that the match could be delayed to WrestleMania 41 to allow for a more extended build-up, recent developments suggest that WrestleMania 40 might indeed be the chosen venue for this epic showdown.
With a WrestleMania 40 press conference scheduled for Thursday evening, February 8, we’re bound to hear more about this announcement soon.
Until then, the prospect of The Rock vs. Roman Reigns headlining WrestleMania 40 should continue to have fans buzzing with excitement, marking what’s easily one of the most memorable matches in the event’s storied history.
In the meantime, Cody Rhodes’ path remains intriguing, with his decision to face the World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins at WrestleMania representing a significant storyline in its own right. However, the spotlight is firmly on The Rock and Roman Reigns as the WWE’s fans now hold their collective breath for what could be a historic clash at WrestleMania 40.
