New WWE Recruit Hints at Joining 2026 Royal Rumble Match
A recent addition to WWE has hinted at his participation in the upcoming 2026 Men’s Royal Rumble Match, scheduled for January 31. As this exciting live event approaches, fans are eagerly anticipating a lineup filled with notable wrestlers.
Confirmed Participants for the Royal Rumble
Major names have already announced their entry into both the Men’s and Women’s Royal Rumble Matches. Key participants include:
- Cody Rhodes – Two-time Royal Rumble winner
- Jey Uso – The defending champion from last year’s event
- Roman Reigns – Recently confirmed for the match
On the women’s side, significant competitors such as Rhea Ripley, IYO SKY, and members of The Judgment Day (including Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, and Roxanne Perez) are poised to compete.
Matt Cardona’s Anticipation for the Rumble
Among those expressing interest is Matt Cardona, who recently re-signed with WWE. Although his participation isn’t yet official, Cardona took to Twitter to convey his excitement.
Reflecting on Past Experiences
Cardona shared a memorable statement about his last Royal Rumble appearance in 2015:
“The last time I was in a Royal Rumble match was over 10 years ago. I’ve had new gear ready every year, even during the five years I wasn’t in WWE.” He continues, “I’ll be in Saudi Arabia next week… gear is packed… I’m ALWAYZ READY! If I’m in it, I’ll do whatever I can to throw every opponent over the top rope and head to WrestleMania! One more championship to win… I’M NOT FINISHED!”
Upcoming Matches and Qualifying Attempts
Cardona recently aimed to qualify for the number one contender four-way match during Saturday Night’s Main Event on January 24. Unfortunately, he fell short against Trick Williams.
As the excitement builds for the 2026 Men’s Royal Rumble Match, fans will undoubtedly keep a close eye on these developments, especially regarding whether Cardona will secure his spot in the historically significant event.
