As The Rock marks his comeback in the WWE universe, Seth Rollins openly critiques the move.
WrestleMania 40 set the stage for a tumultuous moment when The Rock faced off with Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins. Shortly after this intense moment, Roman Reigns announced The Rock as his challenger for WrestleMania 40.
In an interview with Ryan Gaydos of FOX News Digital, Seth Rollins expressed his views on the high-octane situation, condemning The Rock’s demonstration of authority as distasteful.
“When those with power flex their muscles, this is what you get,” Rollins commented. “They believe they can do as they please without consequences, and that’s a bitter pill to swallow. It’s reprehensible. In truth, it has worked out for Cody, getting him what he desired. We now need to decide what lies ahead for the World Heavyweight title. But Cody nailed it when he said it was nonsense. To me, it feels very repugnant.”
Seth Rollins Criticizes The Rock for Usurping CM Punk’s Position
Recalling past events, Rollins critiqued The Rock usurping CM Punk’s main event, referencing The Rock’s previous WWE return when he locked horns with John Cena. Rollins continued, expressing his displeasure with The Rock now being part of the TKO Board of Directors, feeling that The Rock’s influence is being misused.
“It’s been about a decade. The last time he was here, I wasn’t a fan of how he swooped in and stole Punk’s main event, doing that two consecutive years, leading to some forgettable matches against John Cena,” Rollins remarked. “Now he’s back, with a seat on the board of directors, and as I’ve already mentioned, it’s unsavory. I dislike it intensely. We should take a stand against it, though I’m uncertain of our next move.”
Additionally, Seth Rollins recently gave an update regarding his recovery from a torn MCL and partially torn meniscus. More details on his statement can be found here.
FAQs about The Rock’s Return to WWE and Seth Rollins’ Response
- When did The Rock return to WWE and whom is he set to face?
The Rock made his return at the WrestleMania 40 Kickoff event, where Roman Reigns announced him as his opponent for WrestleMania 40. - What was Seth Rollins’ reaction to The Rock’s return?
Seth Rollins criticized The Rock for exerting what he considered undue influence and described the move as “gross” and “distasteful.” - Has The Rock been involved in controversial WWE returns before?
Yes, Rollins alludes to The Rock’s past WWE return where he took CM Punk’s spot in the main event for two consecutive years to face John Cena. - What are the concerns about The Rock’s current position in WWE?
The Rock joined the TKO Board of Directors, and Rollins believes his current employment in such a capacity and his influence on events in the WWE is unacceptable.
Conclusion
Seth Rollins has made his dissatisfaction with The Rock’s return to the WWE very clear, questioning the fairness and integrity of The Rock’s influential actions and his recent appointment to the board. While the drama unfolds and fans eagerly anticipate the clash at WrestleMania 40, it seems controversy is as much a part of the WWE narrative as the high-flying stunts and gripping storylines. Whether The Rock’s return has a positive or negative impact on the WWE, it has certainly succeeded in reigniting conversations and rivalries, ensuring that the road to WrestleMania is as eventful as ever.