8 Times Wrestling Props Backfired -- The Rock on Training For WWE

Plus: WrestleMania 2024 trailer, Big E on fighting in front of no one, and plenty more!

Feb 13, 2024

There have been plenty of instances where wrestling props backfired, from stubborn tables refusing to break to mistakenly using real glass instead of sugar glass for stunts. Other mishaps include a guitar not "gimmicked" correctly, resulting in severe injury, and ladders causing unforeseen havoc during matches. And that’s just the start!

Irrespective of his Hollywood stardom and past ability to outsmart opponents, The Rock admits the training is challenging, preparing for suplexes and slams unlike regular weightlifting. While Johnson was initially set to take on Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship, changes following fan reactions will now pit Reigns against Cody Rhodes, leaving The Rock's plans uncertain.

Matt Riddle, ex-WWE star, voiced no shock over allegations against Vince McMahon involving sex trafficking and abuse. In a chat with "Saturday Night's Main Event", Riddle acknowledged McMahon's notorious behavior from past decades and the likely influence of his billionaire status.

WWE released a WrestleMania 2024 teaser trailer featuring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, and Seth Rollins. The snippets show Johnson and Reigns locking horns and a sneaky Rhodes' reveal of his decision to challenge Reigns for the undisputed WWE Universal Championship, and more. The upcoming "SmackDown" promises to add further trailer-fueled fuel to the fire.

With WrestleMania 40 fast approaching, WWE star Knight has hinted that he fancies a match against current WWE United States Champion, Logan Paul. Speaking on 'In The Kliq', Knight expressed his intention to rise to the top of the promotion. Knight and Paul's previous tension was obvious during the lead-up to the Money in Bank show but never fully materialized into a full-blown feud.

Big E reflected on grabbing the WWE Intercontinental Title during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, performing in front of virtual fans. Describing the experience as "very weird," he noted the wrestling business's foundation being built on crowd interaction and how the pandemic circumstances nullified that element.

WWE continues its tradition of celebrating Super Bowl winners with special edition championship belts, this year doling out one to the Kansas City Chiefs. A public version of the Super Bowl LVIII title belt, complete with the location logo and Kansas City Chiefs side plates, has been released for a hefty price tag.

Ok, here goes: LA Knight, Bobby Lashley and Liv Morgan punched their tickets for Elimination Chamber matches, citing their victories during WWE Raw. Knight beat Ivar in a nail-biting match, securing a spot to compete for Seth Rollins' World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania. Lashley joined Knight by beating "Big" Bronson Reed, and, Logan Paul and Kevin Owens have a shot to compete if they win on Friday's "WWE SmackDown". Morgan, meanwhile, continues her "revenge tour" by besting Zoey Stark.

Bully Ray, the WWE hall of famer, argues The Rock's appearance at WWE WrestleMania XL Kickoff event outshone main eventers Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes. According to Ray, Johnson's larger-than-life character and knowledge on how to steal the spotlight made his colleagues seem secondary.

8 Times Wrestling Props Backfired -- The Rock on Training For WWE

Plus: WrestleMania 2024 trailer, Big E on fighting in front of no one, and plenty more!

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