The Rock and Triple H are currently engaged in a power struggle storyline within WWE. Despite Triple H holding the position of Chief Content Officer, The Rock is leveraging his role as a member of TKO’s Board of Members to assert his authority.
This storyline is a build-up to The Bloodline’s clash with Cody Rhodes, aiming to generate maximum hype for the upcoming feud. Interestingly, there was a period when The Rock and The Game had real-life tensions, with even Shawn Michaels sharing his perspective.
According to Bret Hart, both Triple H and Shawn Michaels targeted The Rock during their time as bigger names in the industry, working to undermine him.
Hart revealed that Triple H and Michaels were relentless in their efforts against The Rock, wanting him out of the company. Despite leaving the WWE himself, Hart noted that The Rock eventually overcame these challenges and rose to prominence.
Vince McMahon was aware of the backstage discord between The Rock and Triple H. In an attempt to diffuse tensions, McMahon offered to move Triple H to a different position, but The Game declined, emphasizing their financial success as a reason to maintain the status quo.
The recent kayfabe tension between Triple H and The Rock unfolded after WrestleMania 40’s kickoff press conference. Cody Rhodes challenged Roman Reigns and made references to The Samoan Family.
The Rock responded by slapping The American Nightmare, asserting that discussing Reigns’ blood was equivalent to discussing his own family.
Following the incident, The Rock demanded that Triple H “fix” the situation, leading to Rhodes vs. Reigns being officially announced for WrestleMania 40. However, Triple H claimed sole authority over creative decisions, challenging The Rock’s influence.
In the latest episode of SmackDown, The Rock issued a challenge to Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins for a tag team match at WrestleMania 40’s Night 1, introducing unique stipulations. He also asserted backstage dominance, taking a clear shot at Triple H, stating that no one backstage could prevent him from ensuring The American Nightmare’s defeat if the challenge is not accepted.
