WWE's Original WrestleMania 40 Plans Revealed: The Rock, Rhodes, and Reigns

Insiders discuss how initial plans for The Rock's return and Cody Rhodes' storyline could have altered WWE history.

The Rock and Roman Reigns were initially set for a major WrestleMania 40 showdown.
Fans were critical of The Rock overshadowing Royal Rumble winner Cody Rhodes.
The Rock proposed a significant storyline shift, including a heel turn and a new gimmick.
Cody Rhodes ultimately triumphed, completing his storyline arc.
Plans for SummerSlam 2026 and changes to NXT Battleground's main event were also discussed.