Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s unexpected appearance on Friday night’s WWE SmackDown is set to shake up the WWE universe once again. According to PWInsider, The Rock will be announcing the location of WrestleMania 42, which is scheduled to take place in New Orleans, Louisiana. This is not the first time The Rock has played a significant role in WWE programming; he was initially rumored for WrestleMania 41, but his acting commitments led him to focus on other projects.
The details of WrestleMania 42 are still scarce, with only the venue confirmed as Caesars Superdome. The exact date is yet to be revealed, and it’s unclear if The Rock will announce those dates during his appearance. Additionally, a press conference reportedly set to air after SmackDown may hold more surprises for fans.
The Rock’s involvement in WWE has been uncertain since 2025, with many speculating about his potential matches and appearances. With this surprise SmackDown reveal, it seems The Final Boss might have made arrangements of his own regarding WrestleMania 41.
Source: https://www.wrestlinginc.com/1797038/backstage-news-major-announcement-rock-set-wwe-smackdown