On a recent edition of his “Hall of Fame” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Booker T discussed how WWE should book The Rock vs. Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes vs. Reigns heading into WrestleMania XL.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On whether The Rock vs. Roman Reigns needs a title involved: “I don’t know. The title sounds a lot better to me when you got Rock and Roman. No title, that doesn’t feel the same. It’s an opportunity that just says, for instance, if The Rock doesn’t do it now, he may not be able to do it. You know that one may not open again. It’s just like Colby Covington being off for two years and coming back and getting the title shot. Just like if Conor McGregor came back right now, you don’t think they’d put him in a title shot if they could? That’s exactly what I’m saying. So it’s like, I don’t know. Today’s world is not about — I mean, we just we’re sitting here talking about it, Francis Ngannou vs. Anthony Joshua, okay. Why not Anthony Joshua? Why isn’t Anthony Joshua fighting another boxer? Tell me why. Because yeah, it’s gonna be a hell of a draw. We may not be able to get this money next year.”
On whether Cody will lose fan support if he doesn’t win a WWE Title this year: “Oh, so when people [are] like, ‘If this was a different type of business, I might sit and agree with you 100%.’ But this business has always been subject to change, and it’s always been about the draw. It’s always been about the draw. So I don’t know. I would look at it, if I want to see Cody get the shot. Do I want to see Cody cash in, all dreams come true? Yeah. But do I want to see Cody make a hell of a lot of money on that journey? Yeah, yeah. The longer it takes — it might be the last thing he does, as far as I’m concerned.”
On whether it changes plans if The Rock is available: “There’s a lot to talk about. It’s board members, it’s money, stockholders, leaders. There’s a lot of stuff that goes with that right there. So yeah, I’m thinking about it. I’m thinking about it very, very hard. If The Rock is available and we can use it, because I know what kind of dent this is going to put in everything that’s going on in the wrestling world. You’re damn right. I’m gonna use it in a heartbeat without even thinking twice, without blinking an eye.”
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The possibility of a dream match between The Rock and Roman Reigns has been a topic of discussion among wrestling fans for quite some time. WWE Hall of Famer Booker T recently shared his thoughts on how this match should be booked, along with his opinions on Cody Rhodes’ potential WWE Title win. Let’s dive into the highlights from Booker T’s “Hall of Fame” podcast.
When it comes to The Rock vs. Roman Reigns, Booker T believes that having a title involved would make the match even more exciting. He feels that the opportunity to see these two iconic wrestlers face off with a championship on the line is a rare one that shouldn’t be missed. Booker T compares it to other sports scenarios, where star athletes who have been away from the game for a while are given immediate title shots upon their return. He emphasizes that in today’s world, the draw and potential financial gain play a significant role in decision-making.
Moving on to Cody Rhodes, Booker T addresses the question of whether Rhodes will lose fan support if he doesn’t win a WWE Title this year. He acknowledges that while some fans might be disappointed if Rhodes doesn’t achieve this milestone, the wrestling business has always been subject to change. Booker T believes that it’s not just about winning titles but also about the journey and the money that can be made along the way. He suggests that the longer it takes for Rhodes to reach his goal, the more significant the impact it could have on his career.
The discussion takes an interesting turn when Booker T considers the possibility of changing plans if The Rock becomes available for a match against Roman Reigns. He highlights the various factors involved in such a decision, including board members, money, stockholders, and leaders. Booker T admits that if The Rock is indeed available and can be utilized, he would jump at the opportunity without hesitation. He recognizes the immense impact this dream match would have on the wrestling world and sees it as a game-changer.
In conclusion, Booker T’s insights provide a glimpse into the thought process behind booking high-profile matches in WWE. The potential clash between The Rock and Roman Reigns, along with Cody Rhodes’ pursuit of the WWE Title, presents exciting possibilities for fans. While the final decisions rest with various stakeholders, the anticipation and speculation surrounding these matches continue to fuel excitement in the wrestling community.
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