While many fans hoped to see ‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin appear at WWE WrestleMania 40, The Miz is pleased that The Undertaker was on Night Two instead.
During the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match, The Undertaker chokeslammed The Rock who had interfered on behalf of The Bloodline.
Many believe that the Phenom’s spot was initially scheduled for Austin as there had been reports of a role for the Rattlesnake and given Austin’s intense feud with the Final Boss.
On a recent edition of “The Pat McAfee Show” podcast, The Miz spoke about the spot in question and why he preferred to see the Deadman. He said,
“Dare I say that that was the best main event I’ve her seen in WWE WrestleMania history? You got to see everything.
“A lot of people were like, ‘I want Stone Cold Steve Austin.’ I love that it was The Undertaker. Because the Undertaker is the locker room leader, he’s the person that has always…if he puts his stamp on you, that means more than everything as a WWE superstar.
“The fact that Undertaker was out there to help Cody Rhodes says, ‘Hey, we have a new face. We have a new era, and this is Cody Rhodes’ era.’”
Rhodes dethroned Reigns to win the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship, finishing the story and ending Reigns’ 1,316-day reign on top.
The Miz Pleased with The Undertaker’s Appearance at WrestleMania 40
WWE WrestleMania 40 was filled with excitement and surprises, but one moment that stood out for many fans was the appearance of The Undertaker. While some were hoping to see ‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin make an appearance, The Miz expressed his satisfaction with The Undertaker’s presence on Night Two of the event.
During the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match, The Rock interfered on behalf of The Bloodline, only to be chokeslammed by The Undertaker. This unexpected turn of events left fans speculating about the original plans for the spot, with many believing it was initially scheduled for Austin due to his intense feud with the Final Boss.
In a recent episode of “The Pat McAfee Show” podcast, The Miz discussed the spot and why he preferred to see The Undertaker in that role. He stated, “Dare I say that was the best main event I’ve ever seen in WWE WrestleMania history? You got to see everything.”
The Miz went on to explain his admiration for The Undertaker, highlighting his status as the locker room leader and the significance of his stamp of approval. He said, “A lot of people were like, ‘I want Stone Cold Steve Austin.’ I love that it was The Undertaker because if he puts his stamp on you, that means more than everything as a WWE superstar.”
The Miz also emphasized the importance of The Undertaker’s appearance in helping Cody Rhodes establish himself as a new face and ushering in a new era. Rhodes dethroned Reigns to win the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship, bringing an end to Reigns’ 1,316-day reign on top.
The Undertaker’s presence at WrestleMania 40 added an extra layer of excitement and significance to the event. His involvement in the match not only created a memorable moment but also helped solidify the rise of new talent like Cody Rhodes.
Overall, The Miz’s appreciation for The Undertaker’s appearance reflects the impact and influence that the legendary wrestler has had on the WWE universe. As fans continue to reminisce about WrestleMania 40, The Undertaker’s role in the event will undoubtedly be remembered as a highlight of the night.