During a highly anticipated promo segment between John Cena and Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes on this week’s RAW in Belgium, a notable absence was the mention of The Rock aka Dwayne Johnson. This omission has ignited speculation and intrigue among wrestling fans, with whispers of backstage developments surrounding “The Final Boss.”
A Silent Omission
The segment, intended to build towards WrestleMania 41, focused on the dynamic between Cena and Rhodes, with Rhodes delivering a powerful message about wanting to face Cena’s prime. However, The Rock, a pivotal figure in the ongoing WrestleMania narrative, was conspicuously absent from the conversation.
Dave Meltzer and Bryan Alvarez discussed this on Wrestling Observer Radio, noting the lack of any Rock-related mentions.
“You know, they didn’t mention hardly at all? I don’t think they’ve mentioned him at all,” Meltzer stated, prompting Alvarez to ask, “Who’s that?”
“Dwayne,” Meltzer replied, confirming the absence of The Rock’s name.
“Something Going On” Behind the Scenes with The Rock
Alvarez suggested the absence could be a strategic move to hold off mentioning The Rock until closer to WrestleMania. However, Meltzer hinted at something more significant.
“Well, there’s more to it than meets the eye, apparently,” Meltzer said.
When Alvarez pressed for details, Meltzer remained cryptic, stating, “Means there’s something going on.”
This vague statement has fueled speculation about potential backstage conflicts or creative disagreements involving The Rock.
Cryptic Hints and Denials
Meltzer further revealed that he was told “it’s what you think,” but he admitted he didn’t know what that meant. “I asked. I said, like, it’s what you think,” he explained.
He also mentioned that even if the information were revealed, “they’re gonna all deny. Everyone in the company will deny it.” This suggests a sensitive situation that WWE is keen to keep under wraps.
“So it’s something, but I don’t know exactly what. So there you go. There’s always stuff going on behind the scenes there. That’s all,” Meltzer concluded.
Speculation and Uncertainty about The Rock
The lack of clarity surrounding The Rock’s absence has left fans and analysts alike speculating about the potential reasons. It’s possible that creative plans are being adjusted, or that there are behind-the-scenes negotiations taking place. The Rock’s busy schedule, with his Hollywood commitments, could also be a factor.
The Rock’s return to WWE has been a major storyline driver, and any changes to his involvement would have significant implications for WrestleMania 41. The silence surrounding his name on RAW has only amplified the intrigue, leaving fans eager for answers.
The fact that any information regarding this situation will be outright denied by anyone in the company, shows how seriously they are taking this situation. Whatever is going on, it is clear that they want to keep it internal.
While the exact nature of the backstage situation remains shrouded in mystery, one thing is certain: The Rock’s absence from the Cena-Rhodes promo has added another layer of intrigue to the WrestleMania 41 build-up.
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