The Rock Breaks Silence on WrestleMania 43 Talks as WWE Prepares for Historic Saudi Arabia Show
The Rock has finally addressed the growing buzz around WrestleMania 43—and his comments are already fueling speculation across the WWE Universe.
With WWE officially announcing that WrestleMania will head to Saudi Arabia in 2027, the blockbuster event is set to make history as it leaves North America for the first time. Naturally, fans have one major question: will The Rock be part of it?
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson hasn’t appeared on WWE television since Elimination Chamber 2025, where he played a pivotal role in orchestrating John Cena’s shocking heel turn. Since then, his WWE future has been a hot topic, especially with WrestleMania 43 shaping up to be one of the most ambitious shows the company has ever attempted.
During a recent interview with Raffi Talks, The Rock was asked directly about his discussions with WWE regarding WrestleMania 43. While he didn’t confirm an in-ring return, his response made one thing clear—there’s no tension behind the scenes.
The Rock emphasized his excitement about the scale and global significance of WrestleMania heading to Saudi Arabia. He spoke positively about the event’s branding, calling it a massive opportunity not just for WWE, but for the athletes who will perform on such a worldwide stage. According to Johnson, the conversations he’s had with WWE have been smooth and respectful, adding that everything is “all good” and always will be.
Though his comments stopped short of confirming an appearance, they strongly suggest the door remains wide open.
WrestleMania 43 isn’t the only major WWE event heading to the Kingdom. The company is set to host the Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia on January 31, further strengthening its partnership with the region and setting the tone for future premium live events.
As for The Rock, his absence from WWE programming continues to keep fans guessing. Whether he returns for a match, a storyline appearance, or a behind-the-scenes role remains unknown. Still, his reassuring words about ongoing discussions hint that WWE and one of its biggest global icons remain firmly aligned.
For now, nothing is confirmed—but when The Rock says the conversations are “all good,” wrestling fans know that anything is possible heading into WrestleMania 43.
