The Rock Discusses How 'We Want Cody' Movement Changed WrestleMania Plans

The Rock's highly anticipated return to WWE at Raw Day One had fans buzzing with a potential Roman Reigns rivalry. However, The Rock reveals in a recent interview with Joe Tessitore of ESPN how the "We Want Cody" movement shifted the direction of WrestleMania 40.

The Rock discussed his character's evolution, highlighting the importance of truly listening to the fans. He initially envisioned a clash with Reigns, but the "We Want Cody" chants sparked a crucial moment.



The Rock initially planned a WrestleMania main event with Reigns under Vince McMahon's leadership. However, with Nick Khan and Ari Emanuel on board, the focus shifted to making WrestleMania 40 the biggest ever, featuring a Rock vs. Reigns showdown. But then came the turning point.

"The fans started to voice their concern," The Rock acknowledged. He emphasized the importance of fan feedback and the need to take action, leading to a new proposition.

The Rock proposed a bold move: stepping aside from his planned match and allowing the invested storyline between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns to take center stage. He envisioned a heel turn for himself, a "Final Boss" Rock at version 10.0.



This decision wasn't just about fan satisfaction; it was about capitalizing on an existing storyline the company had already invested in. The Rock vs. Reigns could wait, and a heel Rock promised a fresh and exciting experience.

The Rock previously revealed a locked WrestleMania 39 match with Reigns, but with Vince McMahon's departure and the changing landscape, plans shifted dramatically. WrestleMania 40 will now see a unique tag team main event on Night One, pitting The Rock and Roman Reigns against the unlikely duo of Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes.

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