The Rock, in his signature enigmatic style, took to social media following his explosive appearance on WWE SmackDown, where he engaged in verbal sparring with Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes during his concert segment. Building anticipation for his upcoming tag team match at WrestleMania 40 alongside Roman Reigns against Rhodes and Rollins, The Rock conveyed a succinct yet impactful message on Instagram.
In his post, The Rock wrote,
“Mana ~ Final Boss #SmackDown,”
encapsulating the aura of power and dominance he exudes, akin to that of a final boss in a video game. This cryptic message hinted at The Rock’s unwavering confidence and readiness to assert his dominance in the ring come WrestleMania.
Meanwhile, wrestling commentator Vince Russo provided his insights on Cody Rhodes’ character trajectory, asserting that Rhodes has seamlessly transitioned into a bona fide heel persona. Russo’s commentary came during an episode of the Busted Open Podcast, where he emphasized that Rhodes’ current portrayal lacks the typical traits associated with a babyface character.
According to Russo, Rhodes’ character resonates more with the archetype of a heel, exhibiting qualities that align with antagonistic roles in professional wrestling. Despite Rhodes being embraced by a niche fanbase as a fan favorite, Russo opined that from a broader perspective, Rhodes embodies the essence of a heel character.
Russo’s assessment sheds light on the complexity of Rhodes’ character and the nuances of fan perception within the wrestling community. While Rhodes may have garnered support from a segment of the audience, his character’s alignment leans more towards the realm of villainy, as per Russo’s evaluation.
Vince Russo Said:
“Let me make one thing very clear as a writer/producer in the wrestling business for 30 years. Cody Rhodes is a heel. He’s a bonafide heel. There’s nothing babyface about Cody. Pardon the term but wrestling marks, the hardcore wrestling fans, the niche market, they made a decision that Cody was gonna be the guy. We’re gonna sing along with Cody. Cody is gonna be our guy. I speak for the casual fans. Cody is a heel. And quite frankly, if he were a heel, I’d be a fan of his.”
As Rhodes prepares for his championship bout against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40, his character dynamics and narrative arc add layers of intrigue to the impending showdown. Armed with his recent Royal Rumble victory, Rhodes aims to challenge The Tribal Chief’s reign of dominance, setting the stage for an epic clash of titans at the grandest stage of them all.
With The Rock’s cryptic message and Russo’s keen observations adding depth to the unfolding drama, the WrestleMania spectacle promises to be a spectacle filled with twists, turns, and larger-than-life moments, captivating audiences worldwide.
