WWE SmackDown delivered a blockbuster show on Friday night, as The Rock made his long-awaited return to the blue brand and stunned the fans with a major announcement. The Rock, who is the cousin of WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns, revealed that he will challenge Reigns for the title at WrestleMania 40. The Rock also confronted Triple H, who had previously announced that Reigns will face Cody Rhodes at the grandest stage of them all.
The Rock and Roman Reigns: A Family Feud
The Rock’s return to WWE SmackDown was one of the most anticipated moments in WWE history, as the fans had been speculating about his involvement in the ongoing storyline between Reigns and Rhodes. Reigns, who is the leader of The Bloodline faction, had been feuding with Rhodes, who is the World Heavyweight Champion, over the undisputed status of their titles. Triple H, who is the chief content officer of WWE, had decided to settle the dispute by booking a title unification match between Reigns and Rhodes at WrestleMania 40.
However, The Rock had other plans, as he appeared on SmackDown and declared his intention to face Reigns at WrestleMania. The Rock, who is one of the biggest stars in WWE and Hollywood, said that he had been watching Reigns’ rise to the top of WWE and that he was proud of his cousin’s achievements. However, he also said that he had a problem with Reigns’ attitude and arrogance, and that he wanted to teach him a lesson in respect. The Rock said that he was the only one who could dethrone Reigns and end his reign of terror.
The Rock also addressed Triple H, who had tried to stop him from interfering in the Reigns-Rhodes feud. The Rock reminded Triple H of their past rivalry and said that he did not care about his authority or his decision. The Rock said that he had the power and the influence to make his own matches, and that he had already signed the contract for the Reigns-Rock match at WrestleMania. The Rock then challenged Triple H to a match on SmackDown, saying that he wanted to prove that he was still the best in the business.
The Rock and Triple H: A Legendary Clash
The Rock and Triple H have a storied history in WWE, dating back to the late 1990s and early 2000s, when they were the leaders of two of the most popular factions in WWE history: The Nation of Domination and D-Generation X. The Rock and Triple H had several classic matches and memorable moments, including the first-ever ladder match for the Intercontinental Championship, the Iron Man match for the WWE Championship, and the six-man tag team match at WrestleMania 2000.
The Rock and Triple H had not faced each other in a singles match since 2002, when they competed for the Undisputed WWE Championship at Backlash. The Rock won that match and became the champion, ending Triple H’s reign. The Rock and Triple H had a brief reunion in 2014, when they appeared together on Raw and confronted Rusev and Lana. The Rock and Triple H also had a confrontation at WrestleMania 31, when The Rock brought out Ronda Rousey to help him against Triple H and Stephanie McMahon.
The Rock and Triple H’s match on SmackDown was a rare and special occasion, as the fans witnessed two of the greatest wrestlers of all time collide in the ring. The match was a back-and-forth affair, with both men showcasing their skills and charisma. The Rock hit Triple H with his signature moves, such as the Rock Bottom, the People’s Elbow, and the Spinebuster. Triple H countered with his own arsenal, such as the Pedigree, the Knee Facebuster, and the Spinebuster. The match ended in a no-contest, when Reigns and Rhodes interfered and attacked both men.
The Rock and Roman Reigns: A WrestleMania Main Event
The Rock and Reigns’ match at WrestleMania 40 is set to be one of the biggest and most anticipated matches in WWE history, as the fans will witness a clash of generations, a clash of bloodlines, and a clash of egos. The Rock and Reigns are both members of the Anoa’i family, which is one of the most prominent and influential families in wrestling history. The Rock and Reigns are also both former WWE Champions, who have headlined multiple WrestleManias and broken several records.
The Rock and Reigns’ match will also have huge implications for the WWE Universal Championship, which is the top prize on SmackDown. The Rock is a two-time WWE Universal Champion, who won the title in 2017 and 2018. Reigns is a four-time WWE Universal Champion, who won the title in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2023. Reigns is also the longest-reigning WWE Universal Champion in history, with a combined reign of over 800 days. The Rock and Reigns’ match will determine who is the undisputed WWE Universal Champion and who is the face of WWE.
The Rock and Reigns’ match will also have a personal and emotional dimension, as the two cousins will put their family ties and their respect to the test. The Rock and Reigns have a close and supportive relationship, as The Rock has been a mentor and an inspiration for Reigns throughout his career. The Rock has also helped Reigns in the past, such as when he endorsed him after the 2015 Royal Rumble and when he saved him from The Wyatt Family at WrestleMania 32. However, The Rock and Reigns also have a competitive and prideful streak, as they both want to prove that they are the best in the world and that they are the true leader of The Bloodline.
The Rock and Reigns’ match at WrestleMania 40 will be a historic and epic encounter, that will captivate the fans and the world. The Rock and Reigns will put everything on the line, as they will fight for the WWE Universal Championship, for their legacy, and for their family. The Rock and Reigns will make history, as they will headline the biggest event of the year and the biggest event of their careers.
