Is The Rock’s daughter Ava bringing 45-year-old WWE legend back to NXT during WrestleMania weekend show? Why it’s likely 

The Rock and Ava, a father-daughter team, have an exciting WrestleMania weekend ahead. The Rock will be headlining Night One of The Show of Shows, while Ava will be occupied with managing NXT Stand & Deliver. Surprisingly, the NXT General Manager has extended an invitation for “family”to attend the event this weekend.

Prior to the highly anticipated Night One of WrestleMania XL on April 6, 2024, fans will be treated to NXT Stand & Deliver. While seven matches have already been confirmed for the event, there is potential for additional excitement during the Countdown Show. Surprisingly, it seems that Ava has extended an invitation to someone other than The Rock. There is speculation that CM Punk may make a special appearance at the show.

In a recent tweet from NXT Anonymous on X/Twitter, a video captured Ava speaking to someone on the phone. She can be seen thanking the unknown person and expressing her enthusiasm for joining them on the Countdown Show. She also reassured the individual that they will always be considered part of the developmental brand’s family. This could possibly hint at a connection to CM Punk.

Despite being sidelined due to an injury sustained at the 2024 Men’s Royal Rumble Match, Punk has continued to contribute to WWE by delivering promos and participating in pre-shows. As such, it is likely that the Second City Saint will also make an appearance on the Countdown Show for NXT Stand & Deliver and join the panel for WrestleMania XL.

Ava’s conversation with the unidentified individual implied that they were a previous guest on the show, just as Punk had been at NXT Deadline in December 2023 and had even posed for a photo with Shawn Michaels. Despite the briefness of their interaction and appearance, the RAW Superstar remained occupied behind the scenes.

Despite only training at the Performance Center for a few months, Punk has formed strong bonds with many NXT Superstars. This was evident in his Vlog leading up to the 2024 Men’s Royal Rumble Match. It is possible that this is what led to Punk being embraced as a member of the “family”within the white and gold brand.

Has The Rock mentioned or interacted with CM Punk since his return to WWE?

Despite the fact that CM Punk and Ava have apparently had a conversation at the Performance Center, the same cannot be said for The Rock. Surprisingly, this was also noticed by the RAW Superstar.

During the recent episode of Monday Night RAW in Chicago, Punk spoke about various topics, including The Rock’s lack of acknowledgement towards his return. He reminded everyone of their 2013 promo where he had stated that The Brahma Bull probably realized his “arms were too short to box with God.”It is highly probable that the two have already had a conversation backstage, given that they both appeared on the show last week.

What is CM Punk’s potential return to WWE WrestleMania?

Despite The Rock headlining Night One of WrestleMania XL, CM Punk will have a role in one of the matches as well. In addition to participating in the kickoff panel, the Second City Saint will serve as a guest commentator for the World Heavyweight Championship match between Seth Rollins and Drew McIntyre.

It would be intriguing to witness if CM Punk does, in fact, show up at NXT Stand & Deliver prior to WrestleMania XL.