The Final Boss is set to make his return to WWE this Friday on SmackDown. The Rock took to social media to announce his comeback, specifically noting he would appear in his heel persona rather than the face character fans saw during his recent appearance on RAW’s Netflix debut.
In his social media announcement, The Rock emphasized that his appearance would be “bold and disruptive” as well as “unpredictable and dangerous,” signaling a potential shift in the WrestleMania landscape.
Bold and disruptive. Unpredictable and dangerous. The Final Boss returns, LIVE on #SmackDown tomorrow at 8ET/7CT on @USANetwork @WWE @TKOGrp
WWE has since released a statement acknowledging the disruptive nature of The Rock’s imminent return. Triple H reinforced the significance of this appearance by stating that “Everything could change in an instant,” fueling speculation about possible alterations to WrestleMania plans.
This development marks a notable shift from previous expectations. After The Rock appeared on RAW’s Netflix debut to wish Cody Rhodes well, many believed his involvement at WrestleMania would be limited to a potential host role due to his busy schedule. His latest announcement indicates a return to The Final Boss character that fans became familiar with over the past year.
The possibility of a long-awaited match between The Rock and Roman Reigns now appears more realistic. Fans have anticipated this encounter for years, and recent developments suggest the match could finally materialize at The Show of Shows.
Bold and disruptive.
— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) February 21, 2025
Unpredictable and dangerous.
The Final Boss returns, LIVE on #SmackDown tomorrow at 8ET/7CT on @USANetwork. @WWE @TKOGrp pic.twitter.com/q3UaSYLQNh