WWE is advertising a faceoff between Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Roman Reigns for a press event in Las Vegas, NV next Thursday ahead of their expected dream match at WrestleMania 40.
Former WWE Superstar Summer Rae (Danielle Moinet) has weighed in on the ending to last night’s episode of WWE SmackDown.
During the show, Cody Rhodes declared that he would not challenge Reigns at WrestleMania XL. He then brought out The Rock in a surprise appearance, and The Great One stared down The Tribal Chief to close out the show.
Summer Rae stated that Rhodes stepping aside after winning the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble match makes no sense. She tweeted,
“I’m not gonna lie, I don’t like it. I want it at Wrestlemania. So maybe I’m not seeing the ‘bigger picture’ here but 😫🙄 I want that f’ing match at Mania. That’s all. The end. If this whole plan turns out better and blows our minds then I retract this tweet…
Imagine handing over your Wrestlemania match that you beat 29 other ppl for…AFTER a two year build. I’m all for twists & turns but make it make sense! Gosh I hope we are ALL wrong. I hope it all makes sense next Fri in a Rock Roman promo, that is if either of them show up to tv. And if it was bc Punk got hurt & this is a change of plans it doesn’t take away from the fact that we all want THAT match, THE match at mania. The only match….Cody v Roman. I don’t want it on another ppv. I only want it there. It DESERVES that. And I don’t want it in 2025.
Cody v Seth is gonna bring the house down. I pop huge every single time I hear The Rocks music. So sick. Ticket sales yes. Roman is it. 100%. But I want that match. And that wasn’t going to be given to us this year. Therein lies the issue. See y’all in Philly.”
WWE WrestleMania XL will be held on April 6 and 7 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
I’m not gonna lie, I don’t like it. I want it at Wrestlemania. So maybe I’m not seeing the ‘bigger picture’ here but 😫🙄 I want that f’ing match at Mania. That’s all. The end.
If this whole plan turns out better and blows our minds then I retract this tweet…
— Summer Rae (@DanielleMoinet) February 3, 2024
WWE Fans React to Cody Rhodes’ Decision to Step Aside for The Rock vs Roman Reigns Match at WrestleMania 40
The WWE universe was left in shock and confusion after Cody Rhodes announced that he would not be challenging Roman Reigns for the WWE Universal Championship at WrestleMania 40. Instead, Rhodes brought out Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson in a surprise appearance, setting up a dream match between The Great One and The Tribal Chief. Former WWE Superstar Summer Rae (Danielle Moinet) took to Twitter to express her disappointment and confusion over the decision.
Rhodes, who had just won the men’s Royal Rumble match, made the surprising announcement during the latest episode of WWE SmackDown. Many fans were eagerly anticipating a showdown between Rhodes and Reigns, considering the two-year build-up and the fact that Rhodes had defeated 29 other superstars to earn his WrestleMania opportunity.
Summer Rae, like many fans, expressed her frustration with the decision. In a tweet, she said, “I’m not gonna lie, I don’t like it. I want it at Wrestlemania. So maybe I’m not seeing the ‘bigger picture’ here but I want that f’ing match at Mania. That’s all. The end.”
Rae’s tweet sparked a discussion among WWE fans, with many sharing her sentiments. They questioned the logic behind Rhodes giving up his WrestleMania match after such a hard-fought victory in the Royal Rumble. Some fans speculated that the decision might be due to unforeseen circumstances, such as an injury to another superstar like CM Punk, leading to a change in plans.
However, despite their disappointment, fans acknowledged the star power and excitement that The Rock brings whenever he appears in a WWE ring. They also recognized Roman Reigns as the top star in the company and understood the potential for an epic encounter between him and The Great One.
While fans expressed their desire for the Cody Rhodes vs Roman Reigns match at WrestleMania, they also acknowledged the potential for a thrilling showdown between Rhodes and Seth Rollins, who is rumored to be his new opponent. Many fans believe that Rhodes and Rollins have the potential to “bring the house down” with their in-ring abilities.
WrestleMania XL is scheduled to take place on April 6 and 7 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The event is expected to be one of the biggest in WWE history, featuring marquee matches and memorable moments. Despite the disappointment surrounding the change in plans, fans are eagerly anticipating the event and hoping for a satisfying explanation during a Rock-Roman promo.
In the world of professional wrestling, unexpected twists and turns are part of the excitement. While fans may not always agree with the decisions made by WWE creative, they remain passionate and invested in the product. As WrestleMania 40 approaches, fans will continue to speculate and anticipate what surprises and unforgettable moments await them in Philadelphia.