With WrestleMania 42 already on the horizon, the WWE Universe eagerly anticipates what the creative team has in store for the extravaganza. That said, to make The Show of Shows more exciting, the Stamford-based promotion might consider bringing back some of its legends before the big night.

In this listicle, we will take a look at five legends that WWE should bring in for WrestleMania 42.

#5. The Rock

The Rock appears to be the most logical one that WWE should bring back for WrestleMania 42. The rivalry between CM Punk and Roman Reigns seemingly got personal last week on RAW. The duo cut a passionate promo at the closing moments of the show. During their exchange, the World Heavyweight Champion said that he would bury the OTC next to his father.

Given this situation, adding The People’s Champ could make the rivalry even more intense and high-stakes. Whether he appears before WrestleMania 42 to join Roman Reigns in the feud with CM Punk, or makes a surprise appearance during WrestleMania’s main event to help Reigns and the OTC win the championship, his presence would definitely attract more attention and add excitement to the event.

#4. John Cena

After the emotional fallout of John Cena’s retirement, the creative team should consider booking him for WrestleMania 42. This time, he could appear as a special referee to whoever Gunther faces.

The Ring General and The Franchise Player share a storied history in WWE. It was Gunther who forced the GOAT to tap out in his retirement match last December. Hence, booking Cena as a special guest referee to The Career Killer’s match at ‘Mania would not just add more excitement to the showdown, but it would allow the legend to get retribution on Gunther.

#3. AJ Styles

AJ Styles is another superstar on the list. His name was picked because of his history with Gunther. Similar to John Cena, Styles was choked out cold by The Career Killer during his career-staked match at the WWE Royal Rumble PLE in January.

Although The Phenomenal One has officially hung up his wrestling boots, the company could still book him for WrestleMania 42. This could be a backstage segment aired during ‘Mania, where AJ Styles motivates Gunther’s opponent. If that happens, it would generate a massive pop from the audience.

#2. Chris Jericho

Although we have not seen Chris Jericho return to WWE on TV yet, the Road to WrestleMania is likely the ideal time for the company to bring him back.

Having Y2J compete at The Grandest Stage of Them All against a rising star like Trick Williams or Carmelo Hayes could serve as a passing of the torch moment. This matchup could instantly boost the young star’s profile and elevate their status overnight.

#1. Ric Flair

The history between Ric Flair and Randy Orton is rooted in the legacy of the WWE faction, Evolution. Considering that The Viper has now found his way back to the main event of WrestleMania, it makes sense for the global Juggernaut to bring back his former mentor, The Nature Boy, ahead of ‘Mania 42.

Flair might get involved in the feud between Orton and Cody Rhodes. He could try to motivate The Legend Killer to bring his “Killer Instinct” out, which made him the youngest World Champion in history. Interestingly, the WWE Hall of Famer could turn The Viper back into a cold-blooded assassin for one more legendary night at The Show of Shows.