WWE News: The Rock Gets Invited To SmackDown Amid Online Feud

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Could The Rock return to SmackDown!?

In an unexpected development, WWE SmackDown superstar Grayson Waller has invited The Rock, also known as Dwayne Johnson, to appear on his talk show, The Grayson Waller Effect, making for some fascinating WWE news (via FightFans). This invitation comes in the midst of a heated Twitter exchange between the two wrestling personalities.

The Twitter Feud

The online feud was sparked when Waller audaciously claimed that his SmackDown in-ring debut at Madison Square Garden was superior to The Rock's. The Rock, not one to back down from a challenge, responded by branding Waller as an "outback jack-off."

Waller's Response

Unfazed by The Rock's sharp retort, Waller responded with an invitation to his talk show. He tweeted, "Ouch! Those classic 1999 schoolyard insults really still hit. You still have an open invitation to be a guest on The Grayson Waller Effect though! Sounds like you're in desperate need of the Grayson Waller rub."

Rising Star: Grayson Waller

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Grayson Waller's audaciousness is not without merit. The SmackDown superstar has been making waves in the WWE universe. He recently shared the ring with John Cena during a segment at WWE Money in the Bank 2023. Moreover, Waller's in-ring debut on SmackDown was against WWE Hall of Famer Edge, a match that saw the Australian put up a commendable fight, despite his defeat.

The Rock's Response: Yet to Come

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As of now, The Rock has not responded to Waller's invitation. Fans are eagerly waiting to see if the wrestling legend will accept the challenge and appear on The Grayson Waller Effect. The Rock's response, whatever it may be, is sure to add another exciting chapter to this unfolding online feud.

The Impact of the Feud

This online feud and the subsequent invitation have certainly stirred up the WWE universe. It has not only put the spotlight on Grayson Waller but also added an intriguing storyline to the WWE narrative. Whether The Rock accepts the invitation or not, this incident has undoubtedly elevated Waller's status in the WWE universe.

Conclusion

The WWE universe is no stranger to feuds, both inside and outside the ring. However, this online feud between The Rock and Grayson Waller, culminating in an unexpected invitation, has added a fresh twist to the WWE narrative. As fans wait for The Rock's response, one thing is certain - Grayson Waller is a rising star to watch out for in the WWE universe.

About The Author
Jake is the SEO Content Lead for HotNewHipHop. He has more than ten years of experience covering mixed martial arts, pro wrestling, gaming and music across a number of publications, starting at SEScoops in 2012 under the name Jake Jeremy. His work has also been featured on GiveMeSport, Sportskeeda, Pro Sports Extra, Wrestling Headlines, NoobFeed, Wrestlingnewsco and Keen Gamer, again under the name Jake Jeremy. Previously, he worked as the Editor in Chief of 24Wrestling, building the site’s profile with a view to selling the domain, which was accomplished in 2019. As well as his work for HNHH, Jake is also the Editor in Chief for Fight Fans, a combat sports and pro wrestling site that was launched in January 2021 and broke into the millions of pageviews within the first two years. Jake also previously worked for the biggest independent wrestling company in the UK, PROGRESS Wrestling, as PR Head and Head of Media across the company's social channels. Jake's favourite Hip Hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Public Enemy, The Beastie Boys and Body Count.
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