WWE Promises Major Surprises at 2026 Royal Rumble

WWE is gearing up for a thrilling Royal Rumble in 2026, promising an event filled with major surprises and unexpected moments. Paul “Triple H” Levesque, WWE’s Chief Content Officer, emphasized the excitement during an interview on ESPN’s Get Up.

Royal Rumble 2026 Details

The event will take place this Saturday, streaming live from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Triple H described the Royal Rumble as an exhilarating experience where fans can expect continuous surprises with new entrants joining the match every few minutes.

Confirmed Participants

While WWE confirmed a roster of notable participants for both men and women, Triple H hinted that these are just the primary names. Here are some of the confirmed wrestlers:

• Men:
  • Roman Reigns
  • Cody Rhodes
  • Randy Orton
  • Jey Uso
  • Bron Breakker
  • Logan Paul
• Women:
  • Charlotte Flair
  • Becky Lynch
  • Rhea Ripley
  • Liv Morgan

Expectations for the Event

This Royal Rumble marks the first under WWE’s new partnership with ESPN. Triple H indicated a shift in how fans will experience WWE, comparing it to the excitement of playoff season leading into WrestleMania 42, which is set to occur in Las Vegas.

He stated, “Now the stakes get big… everybody is bringing their A-game.” The tradition of surprise entrants and unexpected returns is expected to be more pronounced than ever. Fans are encouraged to tune in for an unforgettable evening filled with major surprises.