Former WWE manager and WCW Senior Vice President Eric Bischoff recently shared his thoughts on The Rock’s opening segment with Cody Rhodes on the latest episode of RAW.
As The American Nightmare kicked off the show with a fiery promo directed at Roman Reigns, fans eagerly anticipated what would unfold. However, midway through Rhodes’ address, The Final Boss made a surprise appearance, adding a layer of intrigue to the unfolding drama.
Discussing the segment on his 83 Weeks podcast, Bischoff praised the subtle tension between The Rock and Rhodes, highlighting the power of understated performances.
Despite the absence of verbal exchanges, Bischoff noted that the audience was charmed by the electric atmosphere created by the staredown between the two icons.
Bischoff emphasized the effectiveness of the “less is more” approach, citing the audience’s heightened engagement during the segment as evidence of its success. He commended WWE for masterfully orchestrating the angle, which resonated with fans on a profound level.
Looking ahead, fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming showdown between The American Nightmare and The Brahma Bull at WrestleMania XL. With tensions running high following The Rock’s vicious assault on Rhodes, anticipation for their clash continues to build.
In a shocking turn of events, The Rock unleashed a brutal attack on Rhodes during the closing moments of RAW. The Brahma Bull spared no mercy as he pummeled Rhodes with relentless fury, leaving him bloodied and battered.
What a shot of The Rock and Cody!
This goes Hard! pic.twitter.com/zcU34P9Yi5
— Amanda Stan Account (@RomanMoxFan2010) March 27, 2024
The ferocity of the assault was palpable as The Rock relentlessly targeted Rhodes, even taking the confrontation outside the arena amid the rainy weather of Chicago. The intensity of the altercation left fans on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this gripping saga.
As The Rock declared his intention to present Cody’s bloodied belt to his mother, the stakes were raised even higher, setting the stage for a showdown of epic proportions at WrestleMania XL.
