On a recent edition of his “The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy” podcast, AEW wrestler Matt Hardy discussed how The Rock has been a major focus on WWE TV as he heads into WrestleMania 40 next weekend.
The Rock will make his WWE in-ring return at WrestleMania 40 (Night One), where he will team with Roman Reigns to face off against Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On The Rock’s WWE run: “The fact that he is one of the biggest stars in the world when it comes to Hollywood, and he’s killing it on that front, and he’s somewhat of a boss [in WWE] and he’s sitting there with the rest of the boss men with the TKO deal… [Other stars in his position] would say like ‘I don’t wanna damage my popularity as an actor, or make people think that I’m a bad person.’ But he’s kind of relinquished his fear of being an a**hole and playing the gig as far as wrestling goes.”
On The Rock making Rhodes bleed on RAW: “He fulfilled the prophecy, he made him bleed. I feel like it was done very right, because blood isn’t something we see very often on WWE TV.”
The Rock’s WWE Return and His Impact on WrestleMania 40
In the world of professional wrestling, few names are as iconic as The Rock. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has transcended the industry and become a global superstar, both in the wrestling ring and on the big screen. Recently, The Rock’s return to WWE has been a major focus as he prepares for his match at WrestleMania 40.
On a recent episode of his podcast, “The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy,” AEW wrestler Matt Hardy discussed The Rock’s current run in WWE and the impact he has had on the company. Hardy praised The Rock for his ability to balance his Hollywood success with his wrestling career.
“The fact that he is one of the biggest stars in the world when it comes to Hollywood, and he’s killing it on that front, and he’s somewhat of a boss [in WWE] and he’s sitting there with the rest of the boss men with the TKO deal… [Other stars in his position] would say like ‘I don’t wanna damage my popularity as an actor, or make people think that I’m a bad person.’ But he’s kind of relinquished his fear of being an a**hole and playing the gig as far as wrestling goes,” Hardy said.
This statement highlights The Rock’s dedication to his craft and his willingness to fully commit to his role in WWE. Despite his success in Hollywood, The Rock has not shied away from getting physical in the wrestling ring. This commitment is evident in his upcoming match at WrestleMania 40.
At WrestleMania 40 (Night One), The Rock will team up with Roman Reigns to take on Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes. This highly anticipated match has generated a lot of excitement among wrestling fans. The Rock’s return to in-ring action after a long hiatus is a major draw for the event.
Hardy also discussed The Rock’s recent appearance on WWE RAW, where he made Cody Rhodes bleed. This moment was significant because blood is a rarity in WWE programming nowadays. The Rock’s ability to create a memorable and impactful moment speaks to his skill as a performer and his understanding of what the audience wants to see.
Overall, The Rock’s return to WWE has injected a new level of excitement into the wrestling world. His ability to balance his Hollywood success with his wrestling career is commendable, and his dedication to providing memorable moments for fans is evident. As WrestleMania 40 approaches, all eyes will be on The Rock and his match, as he continues to solidify his legacy as one of the greatest wrestlers of all time.