“Why in Kayfabe would Cody have given The Rock a rolex”: Dwayne Johnson Breaks Silence on His Gift to Cody Rhodes Leaving WWE Fans in Utter Confusion

The mystery gift from Dwayne Johnson to his rival Cody Rhodes has stirred up confusion and speculation across the internet.

"Why in Kayfabe would Cody have given The Rock a rolex": Dwayne Johnson Breaks Silence on His Gift to Cody Rhodes Leaving WWE Fans in Utter Confusion

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  • In the aftermath of WrestleMania 40, during RAW, Dwayne Johnson handed something to Cody Rhodes, which fans speculated to be the Rolex watch Rhodes gave to The Rock
  • Cody Rhodes went on to reveal that the inspiration behind gifting a Rolex watch was sparked by the legendary showdown between Ric Flair and Shawn Michaels at WrestleMania 24.
  • The only thing that can now be confirmed is that this adds more fire to their feud once The Brahma Bull makes his comeback.
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While Cody Rhodes may appear to be a fiery on-stage rival of Dwayne Johnson and Roman Reigns, but behind the curtains, can he hold deep admiration for both? Speculation has arisen that he expressed his affection by gifting them Rolex watches. However, the latest buzz surrounds what The Rock presented to Rhodes before walking off the ring.

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Some suggest it could be the same Rolex watch, which seemingly has a significant history behind it, adding a layer of intrigue to the situation. Johnson’s apparent return of the gift not only stokes confusion but also fuels the ongoing feud. One thing remains clear, the saga is far from over!

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The Confusion Surrounding the Rolex Exchange Between Cody Rhodes and Dwayne Johnson

In the aftermath of WrestleMania 40, during RAW, Dwayne Johnson handed something to Cody Rhodes. Immediately, fans speculated it could be the Rolex watch. But what exactly did Dwayne Johnson gift Cody Rhodes? That’s the burning question on everyone’s mind.

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While the Rolex remains a subject of speculation, why would Rhodes choose a Rolex, especially since The Rock wrote on his Instagram,

“Open your hand and you take your gift back.”

Few things sting as much as having a gift returned, especially when it’s reported that Rhodes gifted his rival Rolex watches following their epic match. The return of such a gesture undoubtedly felt like a significant blow.

Cody Rhodes and Dwayne Johnson in a still from Monday Night RAW
Cody Rhodes and Dwayne Johnson in a still from Monday Night RAW

Here is how the fans reacted to the news,

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The only thing that can now be confirmed is that this adds more fire to their feud once The Brahma Bull makes his comeback. But why isn’t anyone revealing what that mystery object being tossed around is? Perhaps, WWE might be keeping it hush-hush to make it extra personal when the feud heats up again. If it’s not the watch, what else could it be? Guess the fans have to wait and see. Time’s the only thing that’ll uncover the mystery.

The Reason Behind Cody Rhodes’ Gift of a Rolex to Dwayne Johnson

While the mystery of whether Cody Rhodes gifted The Rock a Rolex remains unsolved, Rhodes shared his WrestleMania XL journey during a recent interview on the Sports Illustrated podcast with Jimmy Traina.

There,he recounted his path from winning the Royal Rumble to facing off against Reigns. And towards the end of the conversation, the discussion turned to the rumored gift he gave his sworn enemies. He said,

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“I can’t confirm that I gave them one to Rock or Roman. I think people probably go, Oh, I thought you did okay, my bad, can’t confirm. They might be right.”

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Dwayne Johnson and Cody Rhodes in WrestleMania 40 (image credit: WWE)

In the midst of their conversation, Cody Rhodes also openly shared his deep admiration for The Rock and his storied WWE career. He went on to reveal that the inspiration behind gifting a Rolex watch was sparked by the legendary showdown between Ric Flair and Shawn Michaels at WrestleMania 24.

This revelation not only highlights the enduring bonds among WWE fighters even amidst intense battles in the ring but also underscores the profound respect and camaraderie within the wrestling community, surpassing any rivalries.

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