WWE Rumor Roundup: New updates on backstage plans to bring back Cody Rhodes, two big surprises planned for WrestleMania 

#4 When will Cody Rhodes appear on WWE television?

As per the reports, WWE has already set tentative dates for Cody Rhodes' big return.

According to Justin Barrasso of Sports Illustrated, the company might start filming segments for his return at the Performance Center this weekend. Unless there's a big match for Cody at WrestleMania, he is expected to appear on the first episode of RAW after The Show of Shows.

"As for what happens next with Cody, it's important to remember that this is the pro wrestling business. Were this part of a major swerve—a modern-day Brian Pillman duping WCW to sign with WWE—and Rhodes remains with AEW, it would be a massive story. But that is extremely unlikely. Every indication is that his next destination is WWE, potentially even as soon as filming segments at the Performance Center this weekend. And while Rhodes would add value to this year's WrestleMania, he would also be a major reveal on the Raw immediately following' Mania," Barrasso reported.

Cody Rhodes reportedly left AEW due to financial disputes. If he is to re-sign a deal with WWE, then it would undoubtedly take a lot, both in terms of money and on-screen booking, to bring back the former champion.

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#3 Stone Cold Steve Austin to potentially face legend at WrestleMania 38

As per the latest rumors, Stone Cold Steve Austin is set to return for a big match at WrestleMania 38. Several outlets have claimed that he will likely face Kevin Owens at The Show of Shows.

However, recent discussions have also hinted towards Austin facing Hall of Famer Goldberg. Andrew Zarian discussed the topic at length on We're Live Pal and said:

"Now is the time. For Austin vs. Goldberg, let us suffer through this, okay? I'm okay with this. I'm fine. I don't even want the match to be good. I don't want it to be anything. I have zero expectations. If Dave gives it a DUD, I'm still happy because it finally happened. I don't think it would be a negative, I think just the sheer excitement, you know, from people would be enough. Now the big story is how can Austin bump? Does he want to? Who's going to protect him?"

"I mean, if he's brawling then great, I think he'll do a great job. Him and Goldberg could do a quick five to seven-minute thing and you got it out of the way and now you have that footage forever."

It is worth noting that the two legends have never locked horns in a singles match before. For now, Goldberg is focusing on his upcoming Universal Championship match against Roman Reigns at the upcoming Elimination Chamber premium live event scheduled to take place this Saturday.