Michael Cole may have subtly spoiled Shane McMahon is returning to WWE at Backlash 2026

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Danhausen also humiliated Miz and Wilson at WrestleMania 42. He hit The A-Lister with a Five-Knuckle Shuffle when the latter interrupted John Cena. Moreover, Minihausens took care of the Pretty Deadly member. Following WrestleMania 42, Miz and Wilson have been devising plans to exact revenge on the face-painted star. However, they have been unsuccessful thus far.

The two sides will get a chance to settle their differences when they square off at Backlash 2026 on May 9. Ahead of Backlash, Danhausen has been trying to find an ally. He has already reached out to legends like The Undertaker, AJ Styles, Papa Shango, and Stone Cold Steve Austin, among others, regarding a potential partnership.

Mr. Very Nice, Very Evil has even offered “400 human dollars” to his mystery tag team partner as a reward. Many fans have been speculating about the identity of Danhausen’s mystery tag team partner at Backlash 2026. Meanwhile, Michael Cole might have subtly spoiled that Shane McMahon will return to WWE in Tampa to join forces with the former AEW star.

On this week’s RAW, Corey Graves questioned who could team up with Danhausen at WWE Backlash 2026. In response, Cole said, “Someone who loves money.” This could be a hint at Shane McMahon’s comeback since he is known for his privileged billionaire’s son gimmick on the company’s programming.

Shane’s entire WWE presentation is centered around wealth and status. It’s no secret that the former tag team champion loves money. Hence, he perfectly fits the bill as Danhausen’s mystery tag team partner who is seemingly fond of cash. However, that might not be the only reason Shane-O-Mac is Danhausen’s mystery tag team partner at WWE Backlash 2026.

Shane McMahon’s storied history with The Miz could be a reason behind his potential return at Backlash 2026

Shane shares a storied history with The Miz. Over the years, he and The A-Lister have had a love-hate relationship on the company’s programming. The duo even squared off in a stellar match at WrestleMania 35.

Shane’s final WWE appearance came at WrestleMania 39. He returned at The Show of Shows to face The A-Lister in an impromptu match. However, he got legitimately injured at the start of the contest. Miz, being an unforgiving heel, mocked Shane’s injury and humiliated him at ‘Mania.

The former Hardcore Champion never got his revenge on The Miz. However, that could change if Shane returns at WWE Backlash as Danhausen’s partner. It could be the perfect way to bring back the Attitude Era legend.

Despite his absence, Shane McMahon is still listed as an active superstar on the company’s official website. Hence, his potential return at WWE Backlash is not out of the question. Fans must note that this angle is speculative, and only time will tell when Shane shows up on the promotion’s programming again.