WWE Royal Rumble 2017: Predicting All 30 Entrants

3. The Undertaker

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The Undertaker returned at SmackDown 900 to warn the men's roster of the consequences of failing at Survivor Series. The blue brand's men walked away with the victory, thus negating the need for a follow-up appearance by The Deadman, but it can't be long before he makes his presence felt again.

Appearing in the Rumble would allow 'Taker to make an active in-ring appearance without putting too much strain on his ailing body, and more importantly, it'd allow him to set something up for WrestleMania. There's no real indication as to whom he'll face in Orlando at this point, and the Rumble seems like the perfect spot to start building.

Maybe WWE will plant the seeds with another roster member during the match itself, or maybe they'll have The Undertaker win outright. Headlining WrestleMania 33 would be a fantastic way for The Deadman to go out, assuming this is his final run.

Odds of Winning: Favourable.

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