As SummerSlam Night 2 approaches, speculation continues over whether Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and rapper Travis Scott will make an appearance, and if John Cena will relinquish the Undisputed WWE Championship to Cody Rhodes. These questions dominate discussions leading into what WWE calls The Biggest Party of the Summer on Sunday night.
Back on March 1, 2025, The Rock appeared alongside Travis Scott at the Elimination Chamber Premium Live Event, during which Cena shocked fans by turning heel and obeying The Final Boss’s orders. Cena struck Rhodes with a low blow and both The Rock and Scott joined in attacking the reigning champion, setting off a major storyline shift.
Extended Absence of The Rock and Travis Scott Raises Questions
Despite this dramatic angle, The Rock soon disappeared from the narrative altogether, an absence mirrored by Travis Scott following his initial appearance at WrestleMania 41, where he supported Cena’s historic 17th World Title victory. Meanwhile, John Cena continues his Farewell Tour with just nine dates left before his scheduled retirement in December, adding urgency to the unfolding events.
Two nights before the SummerSlam main event, a surprising twist occurred on Friday Night SmackDown when Cena appeared to return to a babyface role, even sharing a beer with his opponent Cody Rhodes, also known as The American Nightmare. This shift left many confused about the direction of the storyline.
WWE Keeps Main Event Outcome and The Rock’s Participation Under Wraps
During the SmackDown segment involving Cena’s apparent face turn, WWE finally addressed the previously unmentioned involvement of The Rock and Travis Scott in Cena’s heel transformation. Prior to this, Cena had continued with his heel persona and title defenses without any reference to their contributions since WrestleMania.
Reports indicate that Travis Scott was anticipated to appear more frequently after WrestleMania 41, but those plans did not come to fruition. Furthermore, according to Fightful Select, the possibility of The Rock appearing on Night 2 of SummerSlam remains uncertain and has not been openly discussed among WWE’s writers and producers. Details concerning how the Cena-Rhodes match will unfold, including who will claim victory, have been closely guarded secrets.
The performers at SummerSlam Night 1 set high expectations, particularly with the main event showcasing CM Punk, Gunther, and Seth Rollins delivering standout performances. Cena and Rhodes will need to meet these high standards amid fans’ anticipation.
Potential Impact of The Rock’s Return on SummerSlam Night 2
While the outcome of the match remains undisclosed, The Rock’s possible return to WWE television carries the potential to overshadow previous highlights from SummerSlam Night 1. His participation could dramatically influence the event’s reception and add an unexpected twist to the main event.
