When Will Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Return to Face Cody Rhodes? Here’s Everything We Know So Far

Monday Night RAW after WrestleMania XL opened with Triple H ushering in the new era for the WWE. The man leading the charge? The new WWE Universal Champion, Cody Rhodes. While fans were ready for the celebration, Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson had something to say. After a long opening promo, the seeds of their future feud were set. But when and how exactly will it unfold?

Johnson made it clear that he would be going away for a while and that Rhodes’ title would be what he would be after once he returned. Here is everything you need to know.

WWE laying the groundwork for Dwayne Johnson and Cody Rhodes

The Rock congratulated Rhodes on his victory at WrestleMania XL. The Final Boss acknowledged his hard work and dedication. However, the underlying air of tension was undeniable. Fans have said the entire segment was eerie, unlike anything The Rock had done before. Moreover, to heighten things, Johnson asked Rhodes if he could hold his title. The new champion accepted the offer in exchange for the People’s Championship title belt. As The Brahma Bull dawned the belt, he claimed it looked better on him. This was where the seeds of the upcoming feud were planted.

The Rock did mention he was going away for a while. This is to film his upcoming movie, The Smashing Machine. The principal filming will begin on May 1 and is reported to last for the next three months until August. However, August also had SummerSlam, which could be the starting point for this feud. Or if Johnson arrives earlier, he could build up to a match at the PLE. Johnson has made it clear that he will continue his heel Final Boss persona moving forward. While Rhodes dealt with Roman Reigns, The Rock will live up to his new Final Boss moniker.

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While SummerSlam2024 is the best place for a match between the two, there could also be a build-up for WrestleMania XLI. If Johnson doesn’t have time for a match this year, he could make appearances just for promos. WWE has built up this storyline incredibly, with Johnson handing Rhodes something unknown before leaving. While this will come into play once the Hollywood star is set to return, it has driven the WWE Universe into a frenzy. What do you think The Rock handed Rhodes? Will we see a babyface Reigns now that his reign is over? SummerSlam or WrestleMania? Where should the two collide? Tell us in the comments.

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