Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Faces Backlash After WrestleMania Fallout

WrestleMania 41's ending was met with widespread disappointment, and Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's recent appearance on The Pat McAfee Show only intensified the confusion surrounding the event. Fans were left questioning The Rock's absence and his comments on WWE's creative direction.

The Rock’s Surprising Admission

During the interview, The Rock revealed that he never intended to appear at WrestleMania, despite his pivotal role in the feud between Cody Rhodes and John Cena. He didn't hold back, criticizing WWE's creative team and implying he would have approached things differently for the event.

Radio Host Fires Back

Dave LaGreca from Busted Open Radio was quick to respond, blasting The Rock for his comments. 'You’re gonna say you would have done it differently? Where were you at WrestleMania?' he ranted. LaGreca accused The Rock of being a 'Tuesday morning quarterback' and suggested that if he wasn't involved, he shouldn't critique the event.

The Rock Responds with a Twist

Despite being one of the busiest figures in entertainment, The Rock took to Instagram to call out LaGreca’s rant, stating, 'The business is a complete work. Always has been.' He invited fans to join him in discussions about the creative aspects of wrestling while adding a light-hearted note about bringing Grand Marnier and hush puppies for a gathering.

What Does This Mean for WWE Fans?

The ongoing saga raises numerous questions: Is The Rock playing a character, or is this his candid opinion? With 12 projects lined up on his IMDB, fans wonder if he'll return to WWE soon. Plus, if his comments during the McAfee Show are part of a scripted narrative, it complicates everything further.

A Potential Power Struggle?

Interestingly, The Rock refrained from criticizing Triple H, who oversees WWE’s creative. Does this hint at a planned feud between Team Rock and Team Triple H in the future? For now, the situation appears to reveal tensions lurking behind WWE's curtain.

Fans Are Left Guessing

As the lines blur between reality and storyline, fans are left to wonder: is The Rock's reaction genuine or part of an elaborate work? In the ever-dramatic world of wrestling, anything is possible, and the intrigue surrounding The Rock's comments only adds fuel to the speculation.