The Rock considered UFC before
After Hulk Hogan, Triple H, and André The Giant, The Rock could be one of the most important wrestlers that WWE has had. That is why it is difficult to think that he could have gone to UFC in one of his best moments in the company.
The Rock posted on his social media his interest in fighting in the octagon. "I considered it almost 10 years ago. My goal was to have Greg Jackson as my coach and dedicate myself to it for two years. Happily, I thought better of it because I prefer to have my jaw intact," he said.
Yup, I considered @ufc 10yrs ago. My goal was @GregJacksonMMA as my coach & 2 full yrs to train. Smartened up 'cause I prefer my jaw in tact. 23 de julio de 2017
At that time, The Rock was just starting a career as an actor. He was still part of WWE but only made sporadic appearances.
The goal of the former WWE champion was to be part of UFC 100, where he fought Brock Lesnar. In that event, he defended and unified the heavyweight title against Frank Mir.
Brock Lesnar won by knockout in the second round. (Getty)