Former US Champion warns The Rock not to appear on SmackDown after his return on Raw Day 1

The Rock's last appearance on SmackDown saw the Brahma Bull brutally mock and beatdown Austin Theory.

Former US Champion warns The Rock not to appear on SmackDown after his return on Raw Day 1

The Rock during his return on Smackdown (via WWE)

The Rock shocked everyone with his eventful return on Raw Day 1. This sparked many speculations about his potential in-ring return and many possible matches. However, not everyone was happy with The Great One’s return. For a few, it certainly brought back memories of The Rock laying the ‘Smackdown’ on them.

One of the superstars who was not impressed with the return of The People’s Champ was the Austin Theory. The former US Champion took to X to express his displeasure after seeing The Rock return to the squared ring. Moreover, once again, even warning the Brahma Bull.

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He knows not to bring his goofy a*s back to Smack Down
Austin Theory (via X)

Things go way back between the pair, particularly in September, when The Rock made an electrifying return to SmackDown, tearing into the 26-year-old with some intense verbal thrashing. The segment ended with The Rock delivering his signature move, the People’s Elbow on Theory.

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Fast forward to Raw Day 1, and The Rock’s comeback took center stage. However, after the event, Grayson Waller took to X, dubbing The Rock a “flop star” and hinting that he backed down from Austin Theory. Theory took an opportunity and fired back with a threatening reply, making it clear that The Rock should steer clear of SmackDown.

The former WWE US Champion who pulled off a stunning victory against the legendary John Cena at WrestleMania last year. Now, he has become the center of attention once again as the wrestling world is buzzing with a showdown involving The Rock and Theory.

Will The Rock team up with John Cena in the near future?

With the shots from both Austin Theory and Grayson Waller, fans are buzzing with speculation about a potential tag team match in the near future. The idea is that we might witness The Rock teaming up with his John Cena to face A-Town Down Under.

The Rock and John Cena
The Rock and John Cena (via People)

The Cenation Leader has had a history with both Theory and Waller, setting the stage for an epic showdown. The Rock’s return to SmackDown in September included a heartfelt exchange with Cena, where they shared a hug. This moment has sparked a possible alliance between the two legendary figures.

As we move forward, there is a possibility of Cena returning and joining hands with The Great One for a tag team match at Elimination Chamber. However, the ultimate direction WWE takes depends on the unfolding narrative—whether it leans towards The Rock facing Roman Reigns or Reigns against Cody Rhodes for WrestleMania.

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