The WWE Universe finds itself captivated by The Rock’s recent villainous persona within the Stamford-based promotion. The People’s Champion’s antics, particularly his taunting of Cody Rhodes, have escalated tensions among fans.
During the latest Friday night episode, The Rock’s behavior reached unsettling heights when he issued a disturbing threat directed at The American Nightmare’s mother.
Amidst this ongoing drama, recent statistics reveal a potential milestone for The Great One at WrestleMania 40.
However, achieving this unique accolade hinges on the tag team showdown between The Rock and Roman Reigns against Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins headlining Night One of The Showcase of The Immortals.
Having already main-event WrestleMania in three different decades—1990s, 2000s, and 2010s—if The Rock and his tag team contest indeed headline Night One, he could secure his fourth decade of main eventing The Show of Shows.
Presently, The Undertaker holds the distinction of main-eventing WrestleMania in four different decades. Whether The Most Electrifying Man in Sports Entertainment can join this elite club at WrestleMania 40 remains to be seen.
However, behind the scenes, not all WWE talent are pleased with The Rock’s current portrayal.
Despite his popularity with fans, reports suggest discontent among backstage personnel regarding the liberties granted to The People’s Champion, particularly in his use of profanity and departure from PG guidelines in his promos.
According to SEScoops, some backstage talents feel a sense of “double standards,” as they are required to adhere strictly to PG guidelines on television and social media, while The Rock seemingly enjoys more freedom in his segments.
The source highlighted this discrepancy, stating,
“The Rock’s profanity in a series of social media promos has rubbed some people the wrong way in WWE & has raised questions among talent about double standards.”
The Rock’s profanity in a series of social media promos has rubbed some people the wrong way in WWE & has raised questions among talent about double standards.
Talent need to adhere to PG guidelines on TV & on social media but not for The Rock.
(Source: SEScoops) pic.twitter.com/k2DiNLYtpJ
— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) March 16, 2024
As discussions surrounding The Rock’s promos continue, it remains to be seen whether WWE will address the concerns raised by backstage talent regarding the disparity in treatment between The People’s Champion and other performers.
In the lead-up to WrestleMania 40, the controversy surrounding The Rock’s behavior adds an intriguing layer to the unfolding drama within the WWE landscape.
