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The Final Boss may not be done just yet. WWE icon The Rock has been absent from programming since his chaotic appearance at Elimination Chamber 2025, where he helped John Cena dethrone Cody Rhodes. However, new developments suggest that The Final Boss is lurking closer than ever, and a return could be imminent.
Here are three major signs that point to The Rock’s WWE comeback.
3️⃣ CM Punk Keeps Targeting The Rock in His Promos
CM Punk has never been one to hold back his words—and The Rock is his latest target.
Over the past few weeks on RAW, Punk has repeatedly taken jabs at the People's Champ. He mocked The Rock's signature goosebump gesture and branded him a “bald fraud.” Most recently, he called out both Cena and The Rock, claiming he answers only to the fans—not to any so-called “Final Boss.”
This feud isn’t just verbal. With Punk scheduled to face John Cena for the Undisputed WWE Championship at Night of Champions, it wouldn’t be surprising if The Rock interferes to cost Punk the match, potentially reigniting their legendary rivalry.
Prediction: Expect The Rock to show up in Saudi Arabia and attack Punk, helping Cena retain and planting seeds for a Rock vs. Punk showdown.
2️⃣ Cody Rhodes Says The Rock’s Offer Still Stands
During the buildup to Elimination Chamber, The Rock tried to manipulate Cody Rhodes into joining him, urging The American Nightmare to “sell his soul” and become The Final Boss’s champion.
Cody rejected the offer and was brutally attacked by The Rock, John Cena, and Travis Scott. But according to Rhodes, that offer was never fully rescinded.
Speaking at Saturday Night’s Main Event, Cody mentioned that The Rock's offer still stands. This could signal a long-term story arc where The Rock returns to tempt Rhodes again, especially if Cody recaptures the Undisputed Championship.
Could we see Cody turn heel and align with The Rock this time?
1️⃣ John Cena Denies Selling His Soul to The Rock
In a recent promo on SmackDown, John Cena explained how his return and title win at WrestleMania 41 were part of a calculated plan—not the result of any favor from The Rock.
Cena denied having “sold his soul,” despite the fact that Travis Scott, acting on behalf of The Final Boss, helped him win the match.
This public denial may not sit well with The Rock. After all, if he did help Cena win his 17th world title, he’s unlikely to stay silent while Cena tries to rewrite the narrative. This friction could lead to a confrontation between The Rock and Cena, or even the emergence of a new power struggle within The Rock’s loosely built empire.
Don't be surprised if The Rock confronts Cena face-to-face on SmackDown.
👊 What This Means for WWE in 2025
With CM Punk, John Cena, and Cody Rhodes all intersecting in ongoing storylines—and The Rock’s influence felt in every corner—WWE may be setting the stage for:
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A Rock vs. Punk grudge match.
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Cody’s potential heel turn under The Rock’s guidance.
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A fracture between Cena and The Final Boss that could reshape the main event scene.
📌 Final Word
Whether you love him or hate him, The Rock’s return to WWE feels closer than ever. The signs are everywhere—rivalries are escalating, loyalties are breaking, and unfinished business is piling up.
Could we see The Final Boss return at Night of Champions? All signs say: yes.
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