The anticipation for WrestleMania 40 has taken an unexpected turn, shifting the spotlight from Roman Reigns to a heated rivalry between The Rock and Cody Rhodes.
Fans are increasingly drawn to this clash, with some even questioning Reigns’ relevance in the current WWE landscape.
Despite Paul Heyman’s efforts to elevate Reigns on WWE RAW, it’s The Brahma Bull who seems to dominate the narrative, residing prominently in Rhodes’ psyche.
Since The Rock’s dramatic comeback to the ring, his promos have been nothing short of incendiary. Fully embracing his heel persona, he has delivered scathing tirades that resonate deeply with Cody Rhodes supporters.
Whenever The Great One seizes the mic, fans brace themselves for a verbal onslaught, knowing that someone’s pride is about to be shredded.
His recent verbal assault on The American Nightmare during SmackDown, including a direct message to ‘Mama Rhodes,’ left no doubt about the impact he intends to make. The crowd’s reaction? Explosive.
On the latest RAW installment, The American Nightmare struck back, earning a significant response from the audience as he branded The Great One a “whiny b**ch.” Accusing TKO of enabling Rock’s behavior, he spared no one in his verbal barrage, even invoking Rock’s mother.
Despite both wrestlers delivering fiery promos, it appears that Rhodes emerged victorious in terms of fan approval.
In today’s WWE landscape, fans crave complexity and diversity in their wrestlers. While they rally behind the heroes, they also appreciate multifaceted characters capable of surprising them.
Rhodes showcased different facets of his persona across consecutive RAW episodes, earning him newfound respect and intrigue from the audience. Variety is the spice of wrestling, and fans are relishing the opportunity to witness Cody Rhodes’ evolution.
Amidst the verbal sparring, Paul Heyman emerged on RAW with a proposition for Cody Rhodes, setting the stage for a potential showdown on SmackDown.
If Rhodes agreed to appear alone, Reigns would do the same, setting up a direct confrontation devoid of interference. Rhodes accepted the challenge, sealing the deal with a handshake.
Now, all eyes are on SmackDown to see if Roman Reigns will honor the agreement, signaling the next chapter in this intense rivalry.
