The recent return of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson to WWE Raw has ignited a storm of speculation about the potential direction of the company’s creative vision. Specifically, fans are wondering if The Rock will face off against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania, and what this might mean for Reigns’ ongoing storyline. Reigns has held the Undisputed Universal Championship for an impressive 1,125 days, a feat not seen since 1988. However, to surpass Hulk Hogan’s first title reign of 1,474 days, Reigns would need to hold the title until September.
WWE’s creative decisions are always shrouded in mystery, but the return of The Rock has raised a multitude of questions about the potential match-up with Reigns. One of the most pressing concerns is whether WWE plans to have Reigns surpass Hogan’s title reign record. This would require Reigns to continue holding the title until September, which could have significant implications for The Rock’s storyline. According to Kevin Nash, a wrestling legend, WWE might want Reigns to achieve this milestone, which could mean that The Rock may not win the match.
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Nash, speaking during a recent podcast appearance, suggested that WWE might be hesitant to take the title off Reigns, citing the potential upside of Reigns breaking Hogan’s record. He stated, “I don’t see them taking the belt off Seth and I don’t see them taking the belt off of Roman. Don’t you think they want Roman to pass the Hogan streak? I mean, there’s no upside in having Dwayne go over. I think Dwayne would do the job much like Hogan did for Dwayne in Toronto.” Nash’s comments offer valuable insight into WWE’s creative vision, and raise the possibility that The Rock may not be the winner of the match.
Instead, Reigns could come out victorious, allowing him to continue holding the title and working towards breaking Hogan’s record. This would be a significant moment in WWE history, and would cement Reigns’ status as one of the company’s all-time greats. Nash also shared his thoughts on his Mount Rushmore of managers, naming legendary figures such as Bobby Heenan, Jim Cornette, and Paul Heyman, as well as the lesser-known but highly regarded Freddie Blassie. This discussion underscored the importance of managers in professional wrestling.
As fans wait with bated breath to see how the story unfolds, one thing is clear: The Rock’s return has sparked a lively discussion about the future of WWE’s creative direction. Will Reigns continue to hold the title and work towards breaking Hogan’s record, or will The Rock finally get his chance to shine? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – the return of The Rock has set the stage for an unforgettable chapter in WWE history.
