On March 25, 2024 The Rock unleashed a brutal cinematic attack on Cody Rhodes that left his opponent bleeding in the downpour. The image became a powerful promotional tool for WrestleMania 40 as Cody planned to face Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship.
This incident took place during a Monday Night RAW outdoor segment where The Rock attempted to deliver a violent warning to Cody while part of The Bloodline faction. A wet parking lot brought an intense cinematic feeling to this segment of the show. During a thunderous storm The Rock carried out an aggressive attack on Cody by using steel steps followed by a chair to open his head.
The audience watching live saw Cody rise after getting soaked with rain and blood as he refused to yield against the vicious attack. Standing above the defeated opponent the Rock displayed his heel persona through his smirk while finishing his assault with a final strike. The incident quickly became a timeless wrestling moment as images of the blood and rain-soaked Cody appeared on social media.
1 year ago today, The Rock made Cody Rhodes bleed in the rain.
— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) March 25, 2025
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The attack became the pivotal moment that established The Rock as the villainous leader of The Bloodline and changed his WWE character forever. The fans who anticipated The Rock to return as a babyface learned he had a sinister side through this feud. With this personal attack on Cody the feud between The Rock and his rival developed more animosity before WrestleMania 40.
The moment became a powerful emblem of his determination for Cody Rhodes. This act validated his position as WWE's unwavering underdog because he continually fought back against opposing challenges. When his attacker damaged Cody Rhodes the fans became more supportive and enhanced his path to WrestleMania 33.
The Blood in the Rain segment captured every dramatic aspect that made the WrestleMania 40 storyline become one of the most discussed wrestling feuds in recent times. Fans continue to recall this defining moment in both Cody Rhodes’ professional journey and The Rock’s surprising heel character transformation that occurred a year ago.
By Wrestle Mera
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