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The 2026 Royal Rumble should follow suit with a good focus on the future, mixing in stars from NXT with a few potential debuts. The next five debuts could take place at the 2026 Royal Rumble PLE.
#5. WWE has already teased Oba Femi’s arrival
Alongside Je’Von Evans and Trick Williams, Oba Femi dominated NXT over the last two years. Evans and Williams officially joined the main roster over the last month. Officials have aired vignettes for Femi’s imminent arrival.
The Royal Rumble is the perfect spot to debut such a star, so the former two-time NXT Champion could make a massive impact by participating. He competed against Cody Rhodes at Saturday Night’s Main Event in December.
While that was his first main-roster appearance, he was still associated with NXT. The same is true of Sol Ruca, as she had a few main-roster appearances in 2025 while still in NXT.
#4. Lola Vice brings her fists to the Royal Rumble
Lola Vice has been regularly featured in NXT over the last three years, but officials have opted against putting a belt around her waist. She’s competed for the Women’s title a few times and would have been a logical successor to Jacy Jayne.
Since she’s essentially treading water, Vice debuting during the Royal Rumble is a no-brainer. She’s also worked for Lucha Libre AAA, but is more than ready to challenge on the main roster.
If bookers used five women last year and opt for a similar amount this year, Vice must be among the names.
#3. The Glamour takes center stage at the Royal Rumble
Blake Monroe is ready-made for WWE’s main roster, but the current crop of NXT talent could benefit from working with her.
She has extensive experience in front of large crowds, having worked for AEW before coming to WWE. Every star who appears doesn’t necessarily have to join the main roster after the event.
However, RAW and SmackDown always need new faces, and Monroe is one of the most complete stars in NXT. Officials could opt to promote Monroe after she debuts in the Rumble.
#2. Ricky Saints make an impact
Like Blake Monroe and other stars who joined NXT from AEW, Ricky Saints joining the main roster is just a matter of time. He’s great on the mic and already a former NXT Champion.
With all the recent turnover, however, he’s needed to help carry the brand. The Absolute One may vie for the vacant title, but should enter the 2026 Royal Rumble.
He could set up many future feuds with stars like Aleister Black, Cody Rhodes, LA Knight, and others.
#1. Powerhouse Hobbs runs through the competition
Once Powerhouse Hobbs signed with WWE, reports emerged stating that he’d be going straight to the main roster. If that’s the case, his debut in the 2026 Royal Rumble seems like the perfect spot.
He wouldn’t have to wait for creative and could show casual fans what he’s all about. Hobbs would be able to kick off his first potential feud with a star like the Miz, Penta, or Damian Priest.
It shouldn’t be much of a thought to introduce Hobbs to the casual WWE fans during the Royal Rumble.
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