Several prominent WWE stars, including LA Knight, Brock Lesnar, Randy Orton, and others, are set to reappear on the wrestling scene in the coming month, as revealed by recent reports. The focus keyword, LA Knight WWE return, is especially relevant as fans anticipate seeing familiar faces back in action at The Royal Rumble event, to be held in Saudi Arabia.
Major WWE Superstars Set for Saudi Arabia Appearance
After months away from the ring, names like Brock Lesnar, Randy Orton, Jacob Fatu, and Tiffany Stratton—alongside LA Knight—are reportedly scheduled to be present in Saudi Arabia for The Royal Rumble. According to WrestleVotes Radio through Fightful Select, these stars are all expected to be in the Middle East in the week leading up to the major WWE event.
The report highlights that while these athletes will be on-location, WWE has not confirmed that all of them will participate in the actual Royal Rumble match. The presence of LA Knight, Dominic Mysterio, Brock Lesnar, Tiffany Stratton, Randy Orton, and Jacob Fatu has drawn considerable attention, fueling anticipation among fans hoping to see their favorite wrestlers return to action.
Returning Legends and the Shift in Rumble Surprises
Brock Lesnar and Randy Orton are veterans of the Royal Rumble, each having competed in and even won the match on previous occasions. There is new excitement around their potential involvement in the 2026 Royal Rumble, as the setting in the Middle East marks a significant change from previous years.
This move to Saudi Arabia alters the usual dynamics for surprise entries. In previous events, the shocking appearance of stars like Lesnar and Orton often delighted audiences. However, logistical realities—such as international travel schedules—make it difficult for their participation to remain secret, so their involvement has been made public before the event.
Expectations for the Upcoming Show in the Middle East
The upcoming Royal Rumble is shaping up to be different from earlier editions largely due to its Middle Eastern location. Surprise returns, typically a crowd highlight, are expected to be limited because the logistics involved mean many names get revealed in advance this year.
Instead, excitement is building for the possible inclusion of NXT talent and underused stars who may now have the chance to take part in the high-profile match. This offers fresh opportunities for newer wrestlers to make a name for themselves and potentially reshape their careers on a bigger stage.
The significance of these returns lies in their potential to shake up established storylines and energize fans who have been waiting months for stars like LA Knight and Brock Lesnar to reappear. As anticipation grows, all eyes will be on how WWE manages these high-profile comebacks at one of wrestling’s most celebrated events.
• Turned him heel
• Winning the 2026 Royal Rumble
match
• Setting up a match with Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 42 for the WWE title
• Making him a 15-time world
champion
• As champion, he will rule WWEThis is how I would book Randy Orton in 2026. pic.twitter.com/vN57ijjtU6
— Pujji (@pwrestlingTM_) December 27, 2025
