5 WWE rumors that could have a major impact in 2022: 6-time world champion returning, WrestleMania main event, Vince McMahon's unexpected replacement?

#4 WWE Hall of Famer Stone Cold Steve Austin to play a meaningful role at WrestleMania 38

Speaking of WrestleMania, WWE is reportedly interested in bringing back six-time world champion Stone Cold Steve Austin for the show next year. As reported by WrestleVotes, Austin would not be returning in a wrestling role but could play a meaningful part.

"Talked to a few different source this weekend & heard the same thing, WWE is very interested in having Steve Austin as a part of WrestleMania this year in Dallas. Not in a wrestling role, but a meaningful part of the event outside of just appearing. Up to creative at this point," wrote WrestleVotes.

WrestleMania 38 is set to take place in Dallas, Texas, the hometown of Stone Cold Steve Austin. Fans have already started speculating what The Texas Rattlesnake could do if he appears at the show.

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#3 WWE has significant plans for AJ Styles and Omos in early 2022

The team of AJ Styles and Omos recently split up on the red brand. The former RAW Tag Team Champions had a successful run together but them going there separate might just be the right thing. According to WrestleVotes, WWE has significant plans for Styles and Omos in early 2022.

"If it felt like they sped up the Omos & AJ Styles spilt, it’s because they did. Source says both superstars have significant plans in early 2022, and wanted any type of blow off program done prior to the major Rumble & Mania events," wrote WrestleVotes.

Fans have long been wanting to see The Phenomenal One back in the main event picture. With Royal Rumble 2022 around the corner, could WWE push him to the top of the mountain in a big way?