Michael Cole expressed surprise at Pat McAfee's return to WWE just before WrestleMania 42. In an interview with Madelyn Burke on SportsCenter, Cole discussed the upcoming event, highlighting the main matches. On Night 1, Cody Rhodes is set to face Randy Orton, with Pat McAfee involved alongside Orton. Night 2 will feature Roman Reigns going head-to-head with CM Punk in the main event.
The conversation focused on the significance of these matches and the excitement surrounding the event. Cole’s remarks underscored the unexpected nature of McAfee’s comeback, which adds an intriguing dynamic to the WrestleMania lineup. The interview provided insight into the key bouts and the anticipation building up to WWE’s biggest annual show.