Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Cody Rhodes opened this week’s episode of WWE RAW by cutting a promo, which was interrupted by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
Triple H greeted fans to RAW on Monday night and congratulated Rhodes on his victory. He also played a video that demonstrated Cody’s career.
Once Triple H left, Rhodes spoke about his title win at WrestleMania 40 and put over Roman Reigns before The Rock hit the ring.
The Rock stated that Monday’s RAW edition after WrestleMania 40 exceeded the show’s attendance record and congratulated Rhodes on the landmark victory.
The Final Boss then asked if he could hold the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion, the one he hasn’t ever held, and Rhodes agreed.
The Rock said he would be gone for a while but he would return for Rhodes’ title soon.
Cody stated that he was looking forward to the challenge. The Rock announced that while Rhodes’ story with Reigns is over, his story with The Great One has just begun.
The Rock then shook Cody’s handed him something, telling Rhodes not to break his heart again before leaving.
You can check out some highlights from the segment below:
#WWENXT Champion @UNBESIEGBAR_ZAR has officially declared for the 2024 #WWEDraft! pic.twitter.com/D7TXP23hcA
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That question hits different tonight.#RawAfterMania pic.twitter.com/4BHxRkwzIX
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“When PAPA is fighting. He is no longer fighter as challenger. He is fighting as CHAMPION.”#RawAfterMania pic.twitter.com/HD2zEqB2W5
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FINAL. BOSS.@TheRock is here on #RawAfterMania right now! pic.twitter.com/L7KcjYUvRD
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UNDER-TAKER! 👏👏 👏👏👏#RawAfterMania pic.twitter.com/nUj1ZyfPnr
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Another HUGE record broken, as announced by @TheRock!#RawAfterMania pic.twitter.com/XcP7mFFKQV
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Can @TheRock hold the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship?#RawAfterMania pic.twitter.com/l4zrMtxvz0
— WWE (@WWE) April 9, 2024
What DID @TheRock just give to @CodyRhodes?!#RawAfterMania pic.twitter.com/xxqeLhrdt2
— WWE (@WWE) April 9, 2024
New Japan Pro Wrestling has announced that the Despe Invitational, backed by El Desperado, will take place on June 10.
The invitational will have no announced talent or matches announced beforehand and the lineup will only be revealed during the show.
In a surprising turn of events, WWE Universal Champion Cody Rhodes was interrupted during his promo on this week’s episode of WWE RAW by none other than Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. The Rock congratulated Rhodes on his victory and acknowledged the record-breaking attendance of Monday’s RAW edition after WrestleMania 40.
Triple H, who greeted fans at the beginning of the show, also praised Rhodes for his title win and played a video highlighting his career. After Triple H left, Rhodes spoke about his triumph at WrestleMania 40 and praised Roman Reigns before The Rock made his entrance.
The Rock expressed his admiration for Rhodes’ landmark victory and asked if he could hold the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship, a title he has never held before. Rhodes graciously agreed, and The Rock announced that he would be gone for a while but promised to return for Rhodes’ title in the future.
Rhodes expressed his excitement for the challenge, and The Rock declared that while his story with Reigns may be over, his story with The Great One has just begun. Before leaving, The Rock shook Rhodes’ hand and handed him something, cautioning him not to break his heart again.
This unexpected encounter between two wrestling icons has left fans buzzing with anticipation for what lies ahead. The Rock’s presence on RAW after WrestleMania 40 added to the excitement of the night, which also featured appearances from other notable wrestlers such as Undertaker.
In other wrestling news, New Japan Pro Wrestling has announced the Despe Invitational, set to take place on June 10. This invitational tournament, backed by El Desperado, is shrouded in mystery as no talent or matches will be announced beforehand. Fans will have to tune in to the show to find out who will be participating in this unique event.
Overall, the encounter between Cody Rhodes and The Rock on WWE RAW has set the stage for an intriguing storyline and has left fans eagerly awaiting their next showdown. With The Rock’s promise to return for Rhodes’ title, the wrestling world is abuzz with speculation and excitement.