The WWE Raw Netflix debut on January 6th didnt just mark the beginning of a new era for the companyit was also the highly-anticipated return of The Rock. Fans at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, were on their feet as the legendary Superstar made his grand entrance, kicking off the action for what promised to be a history-making night.
The show opened with Triple H welcoming the crowd to the Netflix Era, but it was The Rock who stole the spotlight. As Michael Cole and Pat McAfee settled into their commentary roles, The Rock made his way to the ring to a thunderous reception from the crowd. The energy was palpable as The Great One took a moment to reflect on how WWE has changed since his childhood, with the fans hanging on every word.
In typical Rock fashion, he didnt hold back, even throwing in a bullsh*t during his promo, signaling that this would be an uncensored, no-holds-barred segment. But what happened next was even more unexpected.
According to Billi Bhattis report on the Dirty Sheets Backstage Informer podcast, there were no scripted lines or bullet points for The Rocks segment. The Netflix executives had asked for his appearance, but The Rock was told to simply go out there and wing it. He was tasked with delivering a promo that would get the crowd energized and leave a positive impression on the Netflix representatives. And thats exactly what he did.
Rock said he would go out there and cut a promo and it would be something suitable to open up the show, and he would just go out there and wing it and get the crowd into it,
Bhatti explained. He gave no indication that he was going to go out there and thank Roman Reigns or Cody Rhodes.
Despite no plans to acknowledge them, The Rocks spontaneous interaction with the crowd had fans going wild when he mentioned Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes, further amplifying the moment.
The Rock didnt stop there. As he teased his signature if you smell catchphrase, he paused to let the crowd chant his name, before wrapping it up with his iconic is cooking line, sealing the deal on his electric appearance. While he didnt get involved in any storyline on this night, his presence set the tone for WWEs new era on Netflix, proving once again why hes one of the biggest stars in entertainment.
The Rocks decision to go off-script on WWE Raws Netflix debut proved once again why hes a master of the mic. No rehearsed lines, no bullet pointsjust pure charisma and energy that had the crowd eating out of his hand. It wasnt just a promo; it was a reminder that The Rock can still command any room without breaking a sweat. Whether you loved the unexpected shout-outs to Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes or the uncensored bullsh*t moment, one things for sureThe Rock knows how to keep fans on the edge of their seats.
Do you think going off-script made The Rocks return even more memorable? Or should WWE keep things more structured? Please share your thoughts and feedback in the comment section below.
