The WWE Universe was electrified as Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson returned to WWE SmackDown in the Big Easy, leaving fans in awe. The People’s Champion announced that WrestleMania 42 would be held live from New Orleans’ SuperDome, sending shockwaves throughout the wrestling world.
In a promo segment filled with surprises and twists, The Rock called out WWE Champion Cody Rhodes, claiming he wanted to make him his champion. However, when Cody expressed interest in being “their” champion, The Rock took it upon himself to say he already had half a billion Instagram followers compared to Rhodes’ millions.
The Rock’s return marked a significant shift in tone as he vacillated between Good Rock and Bad Rock, threatening fans with violence while also showing a softer side. His announcement of WrestleMania 42 for New Orleans was met with a mixture of excitement and concern from the crowd.
The segment culminated in a dramatic confrontation between The Rock and Cody Rhodes, leaving many wondering what’s to come at WrestleMania 42. With The Rock back in the mix, fans can expect an unpredictable ride leading up to the biggest event of the year.
Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/alfredkonuwa/2025/02/21/wwe-smackdown-results-winners-and-grades-as-the-rock-calls-out-cody-rhodes