Cody Rhodes, the reigning Undisputed WWE Champion, has teased that WrestleMania 41 will deliver surprises that no one sees coming. Since dethroning Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40, speculation has been rife that Rhodes is set to clash with The Rock, potentially making the 2025 Showcase of the Immortals one of the most iconic events in WWE history.
The rumors gained traction after The Rock made a shocking appearance at *Bad Blood* in October. During a memorable segment with both Rhodes and Reigns in the ring, The Great One gestured a three-count, seemingly referencing Rhodes’ victory over Reigns on night one of WrestleMania 40. This subtle hint left fans speculating that The Rock was targeting *The American Nightmare*.
However, in a recent interview on *Unlikely* with Adrian Hernandez, Rhodes suggested that fans shouldn’t get too attached to the idea. While he enjoys the buzz and the theories, he hinted at something entirely different for the biggest event of 2025.
“Well, and I mean this in the best way, The Rock is more than just a wrestler—he’s the director of the board,” Rhodes explained. “The man we call *The Final Boss*, Dwayne Johnson, thinks differently. His collaborations with Nick Khan and Triple H are a huge part of WWE’s current record-breaking era.
“Whether he steps into the ring or not, he’s very involved in what happens at WrestleMania 41. I know what to expect when he comes back, and I know who he’ll be looking for. But I’ll say this: keep the rumors alive, keep the conversations going, because what’s coming will surprise everyone.”
A Visionary Champion
Rhodes’ meteoric rise in WWE has drawn praise from industry legends, including Diamond Dallas Page, who described him as a “visionary” in the wrestling world. According to Page, Rhodes always believed in his destiny to reach the pinnacle of WWE, even when others doubted him.
Rhodes’ journey to the top has been nothing short of remarkable, and his comments suggest that WrestleMania 41 could feature unprecedented twists and turns. Whether The Rock will ultimately step into the ring remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the 2025 Showcase of the Immortals promises to be a must-watch event.
For now, fans can continue speculating, debating, and anticipating what’s next for Cody Rhodes—and who might step up to challenge *The American Nightmare* on WWE’s biggest stage.