4 signs The Rock is returning to WWE at Bad Blood 2024

The upcoming Bad Blood Premium Live Event on October 5th marks the return of the PLE for the first time since 2004. On Saturday, at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, the WWE Universe will be treated to some brilliant matches that will feature the promotion's best superstars.

One such match will witness Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns team up to face Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu. And given that the bout revolves around The Bloodline story, there is a chance fans could see The Rock return at Bad Blood for the first time since RAW after WrestleMania 40.

In this article, we will look at four signs that hint that The Rock is returning to WWE at Bad Blood 2024:

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#4. Cody Rhodes and Pat McAfee discussed a major return ahead of Bad Blood

Recently, Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes appeared on The Pat McAfee Show. To market the same on social media, a video was posted on McAfee's Instagram account in which he and The American Nightmare were seen discussing the return of the "big guy."

The duo did not provide any details about who the big guy was in their conversation, but this could very well be The Rock. Since The Final Boss told Rhodes that his story with him was not over on RAW after 'Mania, it won't be surprising to see him finally return to confront the champion.

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#3. The Rock's film releases next month

What did The Rock do after his last appearance on RAW after WrestleMania 40? Well, he went back to focus on his Hollywood career. The fruit of this focus, his new film titled "Red One," is set to release next month. Appearing on WWE programming could be a great way to promote the movie.

It's expected that Bad Blood will be watched by a lot of people, along with the ones attending the State Farm Arena, to watch the PLE live. A mention of the movie during commentary or during The Rocks' promo would do wonders for the film.

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#2. The Rock's filming schedule is not too busy for now

As mentioned above, after his last appearance on RAW after 'Mania, The Rock committed to his projects in Hollywood. However, it's now being reported that The Final Boss has completed his filming schedule, which leaves the possibility of him returning to WWE open.

Also, since WWE is approaching the end of the year, and there will be major events like Crown Jewel and Survivor Series, it would make sense to have The Rock back to hype things up. The People's Champion is known to have a positive effect and increase ratings.

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#1. The Rock's History in Atlanta

If The Rock returns to Bad Blood on October 5th and causes a ruckus, it won't be the first time he'll be doing something along these lines. Previously, at WrestleMania 27, which was held in Atlanta, The Rock intervened in the WWE Championship match between John Cena and The Miz.

At that time, The People's Champion stunned fans when he attacked Cena, and at Bad Blood 2024, he could do the same with Cody Rhodes or Roman Reigns. Keeping The Rock's return discreet won't be a problem since the wrestler-turned-actor has a farm in Atlanta where he can lay low.