4 reasons why The Rock should return to WWE on RAW premiere on Netflix
The Rock's WWE return is anticipated with bated breath. The Final Boss last showed up at the Bad Blood PLE on October 5 and since then has been absent. He was expected to return at Survivor Series: WarGames, but that did not happen.
The Rock's return is looked forward to for several reasons. He hasn't yet revealed which side he's on in The Bloodline Civil War between Solo Sikoa and Roman Reigns. Further, he hasn't said anything about confronting Cody Rhodes for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 41.
The People's Champ might have saved everything for RAW next year when the red brand moves to Netflix. This article will list four reasons why The Rock should return to RAW on January 6, 2024.
#4. Big boost for RAW's first episode on Netflix
The Rock is a huge name and his appearance on the company's debut show on Netflix would guarantee huge viewership for the streaming giant. It was reported a few days ago that Netflix had requested the Stamford-based promotion to have Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, and CM Punk on the red brand, as these superstars are huge draws. John Cena and The Rock were the other two potential superstars who are expected to make an appearance on RAW next year.
The Rock's thunderous return during Monday Night RAW on Netflix would certainly thrill fans. Besides being a WWE legend, he is also a member of TKO's Board of Directors, so he would likely want to ensure that the red brand's first episode on Netflix is a mammoth hit.
#3. Tease for WWE Champion Cody Rhodes
The Rock should appear on Monday Night RAW on January 6 to address The American Nightmare and clarify how he intends to go after the WWE Title. Before leaving WWE after WrestleMania 40, The Great One told Rhodes that when he returned, he would be going after the Undisputed WWE Championship. However, he hasn't followed up on it yet.
Moreover, The Final Boss warned Cody before WrestleMania 40 that if he failed to beat Roman Reigns, The Rock as part of the company's Board of Directors would ensure that he never gets another title shot.
When The Rock returned and showed up at Bad Blood, he stared down Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes from the entrance ramp. That might have been because The Tribal Chief accepted help from The American Nightmare. It's high time that The Great One makes it clear whether he wants to challenge Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41 or not.
#2. His present equation with Roman Reigns
The Rock vs. Roman Reigns is another match rumored to take place at WrestleMania 41. After scrapping plans for Roman's feud with The Rock at WrestleMania last year, WWE might pitch it for this year.
If The Great One intends to clash with his cousin in what could be his final WrestleMania, then he should be present on RAW's first episode in 2025 and confront the OTC. The Rock might reignite the feud by slamming Reigns for aligning with Cody Rhodes at Bad Blood.
#1. Build up for WrestleMania 41
If The Rock is looking to compete at WrestleMania 41, then he must start the build-up before Royal Rumble 2025. It's quite likely that he won't be taking part in the men's match.
So, on RAW's first show on Netflix, The Rock should start the build-up for WrestleMania 41 like he did last year. It remains to be seen if The Brahma Bull is interested in a feud with his cousin or if he would like to have a go at the WWE Championship one last time.