5 Early predictions for WWE Royal Rumble 2026

WWE Royal Rumble is right around the corner now, and Triple H needs to go big at the PLE to get the fans excited for the upcoming edition of WrestleMania 42. Fans around the world have been waiting for the company to make announcements about the forthcoming spectacle in Saudi Arabia.

WWE has already started setting things up for the massive PLE, and Randy Orton has announced that he will be a part of the Men’s Royal Rumble match. While there are no big announcements from the company yet, let’s make some early predictions about one of the most intriguing PLEs in the wrestling calendar.

#5. Becky Lynch dethrones Maxxine Dupri

The former Women’s Intercontinental Champion, Becky Lynch, was left stunned after Maxxine Dupri managed to pin her and win her first title in WWE. The Man has gotten over the feud with Dupri for now, but could get back involved ahead of the Royal Rumble yet again, trying to take revenge against the star.

It is clear that Dupri cannot beat Lynch clean. While AJ Lee managed to distract the Man during her previous match with Maxxine, things could go clean this time around, and give Lynch the opportunity to reclaim the gold at the Royal Rumble.

#4. Bianca Belair wins the Women’s Royal Rumble Match

The EST of WWE Bianca Belair has not been seen on WWE TV quite often lately. The star had been dealing with a major finger injury, which has kept her out of action for months now. However, considering the time she has been out of action, the star could have her finger healed by now and could shock the world by making an appearance during the Women’s Royal Rumble match. This would mark Belair’s second with in one of the most prestigious matches in 5the industry, and could go on to set up Belair vs Jade Cargill at WrestleMania.

#3. Drew McIntyre dethrones Cody Rhodes

The Scottish Warrior Drew McIntyre has failed multiple attempts to dethrone Cody Rhodes and become the new Undisputed WWE Champion. However, this time, the star has a match with the American Nightmare set up, with the stipulation of his choice.

While the date and the details of the match are yet to berevealed, WWE could book the battle for the first PLE of 2026, and give fans one of the biggest twists right at the beginning of the year. A potential move like this would not only leave the world stunned but also give McIntyre the push that he deserves.

#2. Kevin Owens returns to WWE

Former Universal Champion Kevin Owens has been out of action since WrestleMania season last year, dealing with a major neck injury. While Owens’ return date or an update on his health has not been provided by the company yet, the star could make his return at the Royal Rumble.

A potential return during the Men’s Royal Rumble match or the Undisputed WWE Championship match would undoubtedly leave the world stunned and open the doors for a number of new storylines once again.

#1. Roman Reigns wins the Men’s Royal Rumble Match

The OTC has not been the best version of himself lately. Reigns has suffered some major losses over the past few months and needs a big win to get back into the World title picture. A potential appearance and a victory in the Men’s Royal Rumble match could be one of the most intriguing twists in the title picture.

Not only will it add Reigns to the World title scene, but also give fans the best version of Reigns once again. Fans will have to wait and see what the company has planned for the PLE in Saudi Arabia.