9 Last-Minute WWE Royal Rumble 2018 Rumours You Need To Know

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6. Former Champions In The Women’s Rumble

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As of writing, only 18 competitors have been named for the first ever women’s Royal Rumble. Who will make up the final 12 spots? It is no secret that many names from WWE’s past are expected to turn up in the history-making match, with a couple of former Divas Champions dominating the rumour mill.

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Many fans expect Trish Stratus to be involved in some shape or form. The WWE Hall of Famer made no secret of her interest back when the match was announced, and a return to the ring would guarantee a major reaction from the Philadelphia crowd. It remains to be seen whether or not Stratus would return for one night only however.

There are still question marks over the involvement of Trish, but the return of the first ever WWE Divas Champion seems to be a lock. Michelle McCool has been seen in Philadelphia this weekend, and has also exchanged barbs with SmackDown Women’s Champion Charlotte Flair on Twitter. McCool's supposed arrival inevitably sparks off speculation regarding her husband…

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