Several prominent WWE stars, including Brock Lesnar, are now expected to make notable appearances at the upcoming Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia, according to recent industry updates. Fans have waited for Lesnar’s return since Survivor Series: WarGames, and now other absent stars like Jacob Fatu and Tiffany Stratton could also be poised for comebacks.
Major Names Set for Saudi Arabia’s Royal Rumble
Brock Lesnar’s Royal Rumble return has been a subject of much speculation after he stepped back from WWE since the Survivor Series. Jacob Fatu, who has not wrestled in months due to dental surgery, and Tiffany Stratton, who has also missed significant time, are included in the latest list of stars expected in Saudi Arabia for the Premium Live Event (PLE).
According to updated information,
“Randy Orton, Brock Lesnar, LA Knight, Chad Gable, Tiffany Stratton, Jacob Fatu, and Dominik Mysterio are all scheduled to be in Saudi Arabia for the Royal Rumble.”
— EliteRockerz 𝕏 (@EliteClubS0B)
The report, originating from WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select, specifies that these wrestlers are scheduled to be present at the event, though it has not been officially confirmed if each will compete in matches. Randy Orton, LA Knight, Chad Gable, and Dominik Mysterio round out the list of anticipated returns, joining superstars who have been off WWE programming for extended periods due to injuries or other reasons.
Context Behind WWE Stars’ Absences and Potential for Impact
Tiffany Stratton’s recent public appearance at Maxxine Dupri’s wedding, along with Chad Gable’s rumored prompt reentry—potentially as soon as the RAW episode marking Netflix’s anniversary—underscores WWE’s gradual restoration of its lineup. Other stars like Jacob Fatu and Brock Lesnar have been recuperating from injuries or other personal circumstances that kept them sidelined.
While fans and the wrestling community are eager for these returns, it remains unclear exactly what roles these wrestlers will play at the Royal Rumble and how their presence might influence the event’s outcomes. WWE has not confirmed their match participation, leading to palpable anticipation and some mild frustration among followers who are keen to see these stars back in action. The next steps for Lesnar, Orton, Fatu, and others could fundamentally change storylines and title races, keeping the Royal Rumble unpredictable and exciting as always.
Randy Orton, Brock Lesnar, LA Knight, Chad Gable, Tiffany Stratton, Jacob Fatu, and Dominik Mysterio are all scheduled to be in Saudi Arabia for the Royal Rumble.
(via @WrestleVotes on @FightfulSelect) pic.twitter.com/ymMmd6T1qo
— EliteRockerz 𝕏 (@EliteClubS0B) January 2, 2026
