In the aftermath of Cody Rhodes slapping The Rock, WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi has stepped into the fray, offering his take on the explosive incident.
On his podcast, Rikishi Fatu Off The Top, he shared his thoughts on the altercation, shedding light on the significance behind Rhodes’ actions.
Reflecting on the confrontation, Rikishi didn’t mince words, remarking on the intensity of the slap. He commended Rhodes for his courage in standing up to the Hollywood icon, delivering a message of support:
“Hey, shoutout to you, Cody. Cody got some nerves to bulge up against The Brahma Bull. That was some good TV, boy.”
While The Rock didn’t immediately retaliate to the slap, he unleashed a blistering promo ahead of WWE SmackDown, taking aim at Rhodes and his family. The Brahma Bull’s words were cutting, setting the stage for a heated showdown.
Taking center stage on SmackDown, The Rock held court with his trademark charisma, igniting the arena with his ‘Rock Concert.’
In his verbal onslaught, he didn’t hold back, targeting Cody Rhodes and even making a pointed promise to his mother, Michelle Rubio.
As tensions escalate, the prospect of a showdown between Rhodes and The Rock looms large, with the potential for fireworks. The personal animosity between the two adds an electrifying dimension to their impending clash.
👏👏👏@TheRock's hilarious song for his #WrestleMania opponents, @CodyRhodes and @WWERollins, deserves to be viewed in its entirety!
Here's the FULL song! #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/7t7z2KhFM3
— WWE (@WWE) March 16, 2024
With WrestleMania on the horizon, the stakes have never been higher. The Rock’s vow to disrupt Rhodes’ narrative adds fuel to the fire, promising a showdown for the ages.
As the countdown to WrestleMania begins, the WWE Universe braces for an epic collision between past and present icons.
In the coming weeks, all eyes will be on the unfolding drama, as Rhodes, Rollins, The Rock, and Reigns prepare to write the next chapter in WWE history.
As tensions simmer and anticipation mounts, one thing is certain: WrestleMania will be a rollercoaster ride of emotions and spectacle.
