Top SmackDown Rumors: Details on Kevin Owens being upset with gimmick change plan; John Cena Sr.'s idea for Roman Reigns' new Undisputed Championship; The Rock return details (18th December)

#1 More details on when The Rock vs. SmackDown's Roman Reigns may happen

As discussed, the likelihood of The Rock returning next year are not very high. However, as per Dave Meltzer of WON, Dwayne Johnson has expressed interest in returning to WWE in 2022 for a match against SmackDown's Universal Champion Roman Reigns.

According to those very close to the situation, Johnson has brought up the possibility of doing a match with Reigns in 2022, but that's a long way away, and he'd be 49 by that time. Obviously, this is all up to him; he wants in this year tomorrow, or next month, and he's in. But on the creative side, they've been told he's a no go.

'The Tribal Chief' Roman Reigns has been impressive in his run as the Universal Champion on SmackDown. The Big Dog finally turned heel upon his return in August at SummerSlam and has done a fabulous job as a menacing heel.

A match and win against The Rock would solidify Reigns as one of the all-time greats in WWE.