WWE megastar The Rock made a triumphant return to the ring at WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia, and his journey back to the squared circle involved training sessions with NXT faction Gallus. Joe Coffey, a member of Gallus, shared a photo from their training sessions, showcasing the collaboration that prepared The Rock for his momentous comeback.
Teaming up with Roman Reigns, The Rock delivered a blockbuster tag team victory over Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night One of WrestleMania XL.
This win led to Cody’s Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match against Reigns turning into a ‘Bloodline Rules’ contest, with stars like Jey Uso, Rollins, John Cena, and The Undertaker making cameos to assist Cody in his storyline.
Ultimately, The Rock sealed the deal by taking out Cena and enduring a choke-slam from The Undertaker.
Prior to WrestleMania 40, former WWE writer Brian Gerwitz revealed that The Rock trained extensively with Gallus members Wolfgang, Joe Coffey, and Mark Coffey. Following the event, Joe Coffey shared a photo of their training session with The Rock, showcasing their collaborative effort and support for the wrestling icon.
“GALLUS X FINAL BOSS. @TheRock,” Coffey captioned the post.
Meanwhile, WWE personality Corey Graves expressed his awe at The Rock’s presence and impact backstage. In an interview with The Gunz Show podcast, Graves described The Rock as a “real-life superhero,” highlighting his massive physique, infectious smile, and undeniable charisma.
GALLUS X FINAL BOSS.@TheRock pic.twitter.com/Y5XpLBnvzs
— Joe Coffey (@Joe_Coffey) April 25, 2024
Despite his years in the business and interactions with numerous celebrities, Graves admitted to being starstruck by The Rock’s presence.
The aftermath of WrestleMania saw The Final Boss announcing a brief hiatus, promising Cody that upon his return, he would set his sights on the newly crowned Undisputed WWE Champion. As fans eagerly await The Final Boss’s comeback, The Rock’s WrestleMania 40 return remains a highlight of WWE’s recent history, showcasing the enduring allure and star power of the Brahma Bull.
