WWE Royal Rumble 2026: 10 Surprise Entrants We Could See
5. Paige
It is well documented that Saraya Knight would welcome a return to WWE. Her run in AEW never really generated much momentum (to the point that it could actually be a hindrance to her return), but her legacy as Paige is undeniable. The first-ever NXT Women's Champion, she also won the Divas championship on her very first night on the main roster by defeating bona fide legend AJ Lee, proving that Paige has written chapters in WWE history that time can't erase.
Something that is often overlooked is that the Royal Rumble doesn't always have to lead to a long run on the main roster. There's always the chance for the match to be a "one night only" appearance, and this might actually be the perfect spot for Paige at this point in time.
Paige has a long-standing friendship with AJ Lee that could work as a spot in the upcoming Rumble, she is yet to interact with Rhea Ripley in what would be a goth-tinged meeting for the ages, and her history with NXT could see her forge a natural alliance with any of the incredible women making the jump to the main roster in this year's match.