The Rock faces scheduling conflicts for potential WrestleMania 43 match

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s participation in a potential match at WWE WrestleMania 43 is facing significant uncertainty due to his Hollywood filming commitments. The event, scheduled for April 2027 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is a major target for the Saudi Arabia General Entertainment Authority, which is reportedly pursuing Johnson to headline the show.

However, filming for the eleventh installment of the Fast & Furious franchise, titled “Fast Forever,” is expected to begin in December. Because the production is anticipated to last several months, industry analysts suggest that Johnson may lack the necessary time to train for a professional wrestling match. While a non-wrestling appearance at the event remains a possibility, a full match is considered “very unlikely” due to these scheduling conflicts.

Separately, speculation regarding Johnson’s return to WWE has increased after the company updated a promotional graphic for upcoming talent tryouts in Honolulu, Hawaii. The revised graphic prominently featured Johnson alongside Roman Reigns and The Usos, fueling fan theories about his potential involvement in upcoming storylines.