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Topps and WWE have come back together again for a new major trading card deal that will feature a rare collectible of “The Great One” himself, The Rock.
This partnership returns WWE Superstars to the trading cards following a collaboration that existed from 2005 to 2021. The first sets of the brand new 2025 Topps Chrome WWE series will be released on January 31 at noon EST.
The sets are creating much anticipation, mainly because some packs will include the first WWE-licensed autograph cards that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has signed since 1998.
The Rock’s Autograph Cards Headline the 2025 Collection
: The Rock’s first WWE licensed autograph cards since 1998 are finally here.
— Topps (@Topps) January 7, 2025
You can find The Rock’s autographs in lucky packs of 2025 Topps Chrome WWE, coming soon! pic.twitter.com/gmLcfnPHwt
For collectors, the new line of 2025 Topps Chrome WWE will bring both the classic and the contemporary together, with autographed cards from WWE Hall of Famers such as Hulk Hogan and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. The Rock’s autograph cards are sure to be very popular because he is one of the biggest legends in the wrestling industry.
This partnership restores Topps’ past affiliation with WWE trading cards, with the company intending to create innovative designs and unique memorabilia. The set will include chase cards, parallels, and special edition inserts that depict WWE superstars’ memorable moments.
Die-hard fans and collectors of wrestling memorabilia will no doubt appreciate the opportunity to own a part of wrestling history turned into wonderful creations by Topps. With the excitement growing, the 2025 Topps Chrome WWE collection is expected to be the turning point in the world of professional sports collectibles.
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