Alright, so the biggest dream match we’ve all been talking about for years, The Rock vs. Roman Reigns, might actually *not* be happening at WrestleMania 43. Seriously, after all this hype? Dave Meltzer over at Wrestling Observer Radio is reporting that it’s far from certain Saudi Arabia would even be willing or able to meet The Rock’s asking price for a match there. Can you even believe it?
Hollywood Drama and Shaky Bank Accounts Are Killing Our Dreams
This isn’t just about money, either. Meltzer added there are “definitely people behind the scenes” who think Saudi Arabia’s “never-ending money supply” for WWE and other sports might not be so never-ending anymore. Talk about a plot twist, right? And just when you thought it couldn’t get more complicated, Vin Diesel recently told Variety that filming for the new Fast & Furious movie, *Fast Forever*, kicks off in December. Guess who’s a star in that flick? The Rock. If he’s tied up filming, his path to WrestleMania 43 gets super messy. It feels like we’re watching the dream slip away, but hey, if The Rock can’t make it, at least WWE has Oba Femi. Remember, that dude called out Reigns after beating Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 42. So, there’s always a backup, but c’mon, it’s not the same!
Bayley Looks Locked Down, But AEW Is Hunting Big Names
On the flip side, there’s some good news on the contract front! Despite all the whispers about Bayley possibly jumping ship to AEW, it’s reportedly expected she’ll re-sign with WWE. Meltzer is even saying she’s “pretty much a lock” for a new deal. You know how Lyra Valkyria has been running her mouth on Raw, bragging about running Bayley out of the company after beating her at Saturday Night’s Main Event? Well, the frequent mentions of Bayley would indicate WWE fully expects her back. They wouldn’t give that kind of attention to someone they thought was leaving, right? Her contract supposedly expires in January, so WWE still has about four months to hammer out a long-term agreement. She’s been with WWE since 2012, so she’s got deep roots, even with friends like Mercedes Mone over in AEW.
Meanwhile, AEW is making moves for their biggest pay-per-view of the year, All In, this Sunday. The rumor mill is *spinning* about some big potential additions. WrestleVotes on Fightful Select is reporting that people in AEW expected New Day to make their debut at All In. They’re free and clear now, after leaving WWE nearly four months ago! Alvarez added that Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods will most likely be part of the Trios Roulette Royale as a mystery partner for Swerve Strickland. That match is gonna be wild!
So, keep your eyes glued to All In this Sunday for what could be some massive debuts. With dream matches falling through and new blood possibly showing up elsewhere, this weekend could truly change the game.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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