WWE Royal Rumble 2021: 10 Surprise Entrants We Could See

2. Becky Lynch

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Becky's partner, Seth Rollins, is admittedly the likelier pick here, given that he is on paternity leave while his fiancee is recovering from childbirth. Mark him down as a supplemental entry. Originally booked to return on SmackDown's New Year's Day episode, his comeback is imminent.

Making it back for 31 January would be a huge ask for 'The Man', who gave birth to her and Rollins' daughter, Roux, on 4 December. Getting back into ring shape in such a short space of time after a highly draining experience might not be possible.

Might.

While returning to a full-time pro wrestling schedule may not happen now that she has other, more important priorities in life, a fit, healthy, and ready-to-go Becky Lynch must be high on WWE's most-wanted list at the moment. Vince McMahon will be itching at the chance to bring back a performer who has defined so much of his company's programming over the past couple of years. Ultimately, it'll be Lynch's choice, but expect the boss to move heaven and earth should the opportunity present itself.

Becky Lynch vs. Asuka or Sasha Banks would look great on the WrestleMania 37 card.

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