The Rock subtly hinted at issues with Triple H's creative choices amid hiatus, says ex-WWE writer

The Rock hasn't appeared for WWE nor discussed a return following his appearance in Toronto at Elimination Chamber 2025. Meanwhile, Vince Russo believes that The Final Boss subtly hinted that there were issues with the creative choices.

The Rock was set to play a part in Cody Rhodes' storyline heading into WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas. The Final Boss made a few appearances and cut promos before he vanished from the weekly product and left the storyline for John Cena to push forward.

Speaking on Behind The Turnbuckle Studios' The Coach and Bro Show, Vince Russo pointed out how Johnson distanced himself from the creative choices Triple H made for John Cena's retirement tour and believes The Rock subtly hinted that he was not on board with the creative team's decision, except for the part where Cena sold his soul.

"I mean, coach, it sounds to me like he's passing the heat. It sounds to me like he's kind of saying, 'Well, creative isn't that good right now, and it has been criticized a lot lately. And, yeah, I have a little bit to do with it, but it's really not me.' That's what it sounds like to me," Russo said.

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Vince Russo believes WWE managed to p**s off The Rock and John Cena

WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas could've looked and felt different had The Rock not left the storyline. With The Final Boss' absence from WWE, John Cena's retirement tour felt flat, as he was forced to remain a heel for months to come before he could pass the torch as the face of WWE to Cody Rhodes.

Speaking on The Coach and Bro Show, Vince Russo stated that the company, especially Triple H's booking choices, has p**sed off The Rock and John Cena, which is why The Franchise Player is choosing his opponents and The Final Boss doesn't acknowledge the promotion outside the industry.

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