Roman Reigns has recently opened up about the possibility of facing his cousin-turned-ally-turned-rival, The Rock, in a WWE match. The much-hyped matchup was supposed to take place at WrestleMania XL, but it never came to fruition. Instead, the two superstars teamed up and won the main event of Night One, defeating Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins. The Great One also joined The Bloodline for a brief period, adding fuel to the fire of their potential rivalry.
In a recent interview with Sports Illustrated, Reigns was asked if the match between him and The Rock could still happen, considering the major fan backlash that ensued when the initial announcement was made. The Head of the Table’s response was telling, as he revealed that if the fans want it and his cousin is on board, then it’s definitely a possibility. He believes that the key to making it happen lies in satisfying the consumer and attracting more eyes to the WWE. Reigns stated, “I think our fanbase and the company’s proven that if our fans are loud enough and passionate enough about something, we’re a company who – we’re not being dictated to. We have a vision for where we’re trying to go, but we know who the consumers are. We know who’s paying their hard-earned money, and we want to satisfy those people, but we have to do it in a regard that’s going to attract more eyes and bring more people in.”
It’s clear that Reigns has a deep understanding of the WWE’s business model and acknowledges the importance of catering to the fans. He believes that if the people want to see him and The Rock face off, and his cousin is willing to participate, then it’s a match that could potentially happen. This sentiment was echoed when he stated, “That’s why he’s a part of the board and a part of everything the way he is, because we’re at an unprecedented time right now. Business is great, and we just want to continue to push things up. So, if that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen.”
Reigns’ comments could be seen as a deliberate attempt to gauge the public’s reaction and possibly generate interest in a potential match. By stating that the WWE is willing to cater to the fans’ demands, he’s likely trying to build anticipation and excitement around the possibility of this highly-anticipated matchup.
As Reigns navigates his current storyline, which sees him facing off against his cousin Solo Sikoa at Survivor Series: WarGames 2024, it’s clear that his gaze remains fixed on the potential matchup with The Rock. With his reputation as The Head of the Table still intact, he knows that overcoming his challenges and emerging victorious would only add to the legitimacy of a potential match against his cousin-turned-legendary superstar.
Roman Reigns’ comments have reignited speculation about the possibility of a match between him and The Rock. With his understanding of the WWE’s business model and his cousin’s willingness to participate, it’s not entirely out of the question that this highly-anticipated matchup could become a reality in the future. As the WWE continues to push the boundaries of innovation and excitement, one thing is certain – the fans will be eagerly watching to see if two of the company’s most iconic superstars will finally face off in the ring.
