WWE Royal Rumble 2026: 5 Shocks WWE Could Pull

5. An Underdog Fresh Face Wins Big

Could it be?! Could someone lower down on the card like Chelsea Green actually win the women's 2026 Royal Rumble? Probably not, but...what if WWE fancies springing quite the shocker in Saudi by going all the way with an underdog sensation? That'd certainly make up for the monotony of Charlotte Flair's win last year, but it's always a risk to strap a rocket to somebody this way during such an important time of the year.

Trips and pals have a few choices though: Jordynne Grace, Lash Legend or even Maxxine Dupri could join Chelsea as unlikely winners. Maybe less so for Jordynne considering she's been going toe to toe with Jade Cargill on SmackDown lately. Not many will be tuning into Saturday's show expecting to see the ex-TNA powerhouse last the distance though.

Hell, every single name on that shortlist above would be a surprise winner. It's far more plausible that WWE go with Bianca Belair, Tiffany Stratton or someone of that ilk, but what if they're feeling fruity and fancy making waves with a left field pick? After all, that unpredictability is what the Rumble is supposed to be about - "anyone can win", and all that.

It's rarely true, although Jey Uso triumph over on the men's side in 2025 did catch a lot of folks off guard. Chelsea somehow managing to oust a major star and get her hand raised would be a fine, if outlandish reward for her team player attitude.

If you're rolling your eyes and hate the thought of that, then try this on for size...