Jey Uso stunned wrestling fans when he won last year’s 30-Man Royal Rumble in Indianapolis, and he is entered in this year’s event with hopes of back-to-back victories. During a recent interview on ESPN’s Sports Center, Jey implied that his twin brother Jimmy Uso may not participate in the 2026 Men’s Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia.
When asked about a potential scenario where the two brothers are the final competitors, Jey stated,
“Man I’ll throw myself over the top rope. Yeah man my brother, that’s Big Jim. Man he’s helped me so much in my career, I mean we’re not going to even talk about real life man. That’s my twin brother, you feel me? Then I want my brother to get his flowers,”
showing deep respect for Jimmy Uso’s role in his career.
Jey also mentioned that Jimmy remains in the United States, which has raised speculation that Jimmy might skip the event abroad. One reason for his possible absence is Jimmy’s wife Naomi expecting a child, suggesting he may stay home to support her during this time.
Jey Expresses Affection for Jimmy Despite Uncertainty
Jey Uso’s affection for his brother was clear when he added,
“Man, love the Big Jim though. I don’t know if he’s going to see this, he’s back in the States right now so, love you Uce,”
reaffirming their close bond despite the uncertain circumstances surrounding Jimmy’s attendance.
The outcome of the 2026 Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia remains highly anticipated, with fans eager to see who will emerge as the winner and whether Jey can secure a consecutive victory.
The Usos’ Recent Tag Team Success After Time Apart
The Usos, comprised of twin brothers Jey and Jimmy, are among WWE’s most celebrated tag teams. Though the brothers parted ways temporarily as Jey began a singles career in 2023, they reunited in December 2025 on an episode of RAW to declare their return to the tag team scene.
In their comeback, the Usos won a Number 1 Contenders match against The New Day, earning a shot at AJ Styles and Dragon Lee for the World Tag Team Championships. They defeated Styles and Lee in the main event of the final RAW episode of 2025, reclaiming the tag team titles to the excitement of their fans.
Seeing Jimmy and Jey together with the belts again was celebrated widely, underscoring their importance as a dominant duo in WWE history.
Implications for the 2026 Royal Rumble and WWE’s Future Storylines
Jey Uso’s near-confirmation that Jimmy may miss the 2026 Royal Rumble adds an intriguing layer of tension heading into the event, especially as Jey aims to defend his title. With Jimmy possibly absent due to family commitments, the dynamics of the match and the potential storylines could shift significantly.
This uncertainty also fuels hope and anticipation among fans, who will closely watch how WWE builds the narrative around the Uso brothers. The 2026 Royal Rumble is shaping up to be a pivotal point for both Jey Uso’s solo career aspirations and the wider championship picture moving forward.
