The Rock: Wrestling Legend Emotionally Reacts to His Return To WWE

The Rock: Wrestling Legend Emotionally Reacts to His Return To WWE

Fred Kennedy
updated at February 13, 2024 at 11:54 AM
  • The Rock recently made a triumphant return to WWE on Monday Raw
  • The 51-year-old enjoyed an illustrious wrestling career spanning 25 years
  • During that period, he won multiple titles, including the Royal Rumble

Wrestling legend The Rock has reacted to his emotional return to the WWE.

The Rock, whose real name is Dwayne Johnson, is widely regarded as one of the greatest wrestlers of all time.

The one-time Royal Rumble winner started his wrestling career back in 1996 and went on to enjoy an incredible journey spanning close to 25 years.

Dwayne Johnson, aka The Rock, enters the ring to talk smack during the WWE Raw event at Rose Garden arena in Portland. Photo by Chris Ryan.
Dwayne Johnson, aka The Rock, enters the ring to talk smack during the WWE Raw event at Rose Garden arena in Portland. Photo by Chris Ryan.
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And on the first day of 2024, Bleacher Report claims that WWE announced a big show that would feature an iconic wrestler.

GiveMeSport reports that the biggest moment certainly lived up to its promise, with The Rock making a return to the ring, much to the surprise and excitement of many fans.

After interrupting a heel promo from Jinder Mahal, the Great One went on to make it clear that his goal is Roman Reigns.

The Rock reacts to his WWE return

The Hollywood superstar has since taken to X, formerly Twitter, to reflect on his return to Monday Night Raw.

The 51-year-old was quick to thank fans for the overwhelming reception they accorded him on his return, describing his relationship with them as a 'sacred connection.'

"25+ years of sacred connection with the people that I'll forever honor. This eruption at the end just hit different. I've experienced some very loud crowd pops, but this was different."

Fans were quick to react to The Rock's sentiments, with one posting:

"It was amazing to see you back in the ring!"

@dalehjun tweeted:

"This will be my FOURTH straight WrestleMania trying to see you 💀"

@PhotobombChamp added:

"It was great to see you, Tribal Chief."

CM Punk makes surprise WWE return

Earlier, Sports Brief reported on CM Punk making a shocking return to WWE at the 2023 Survivor Series: WarGames.

The veteran wrestler has been away from the promotion for nine years and recently performed in WW's major rival, All Elite Wrestling (AEW).

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