WWE is looking forward to the possible Royal Rumble 2026 return of Penta, a crowd favorite who has been sidelined since an injury last year. The anticipation is high as the event is scheduled for January 31, 2026, at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, raising hopes for a major comeback on one of wrestling’s biggest stages.
Penta’s Injury and WWE’s Plans for His Comeback
Penta’s setback occurred on the November 24 episode of WWE RAW during the Last Time Is Now Tournament. While competing against Solo Sikoa, Penta suffered an awkward landing on his shoulder during a tornado DDT outside the ring, forcing officials to halt the match immediately. Since then, he has been absent from all WWE television appearances.
Initial expectations were that Penta might recover in time for the AAA Guerra de Titanes event, a reunion bout where the Lucha Bros were set to battle Dominik Mysterio and El Grande Americano. Despite these plans, Penta’s injury recovery took longer than anticipated, and he could not return for that event.
Recently, Bodyslam+ reported a positive update on Penta’s status, noting that WWE remains cautiously optimistic about his return for the Royal Rumble 2026 in Saudi Arabia. This possibility has energized fans who look forward to seeing his in-ring style back at such a major global event. WWE has also confirmed the Royal Rumble will take place at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, with live event coverage by WrestleZone as the spectacle unfolds next month.
Potential Lucha Bros Reunion in WWE
Among fans and insiders alike, speculation continues about whether the Lucha Bros will reunite as a tag team when Penta is cleared to compete. Last month, at Ringside Fest 2025, Rey Fenix addressed the possibility of teaming up again with his brother Penta in WWE, emphasizing the significance of their partnership.
“If I get the chance to team with him in WWE, that would be a dream come true. Years ago, we made a promise, and that promise is going to happen at some point. I think Penta and Rey Fénix — The Lucha Brothers — are coming. I don’t know when, I don’t know how, but I feel it in my heart,”
Rey Fenix said.
Fenix’s remarks reinforce the sense of anticipation around a potential Lucha Bros reunion in WWE. He expressed deep respect for his brother, citing their unique strengths and teamwork as the factors that set them apart in the tag team division. The duo’s reunion would mark a highly anticipated moment, given their acclaimed performances in previous promotions.
Significance for WWE and the Fans
The potential Royal Rumble 2026 return of Penta, paired with ongoing talks of a Lucha Bros reunion, adds considerable excitement for fans ahead of WWE’s flagship event in Riyadh. The storyline offers WWE an opportunity to deliver a memorable moment that could influence tag team divisions moving forward. As anticipation builds for official confirmation of Penta’s participation, attention will remain focused on his recovery and the eventual return of one of the most dynamic duos in recent wrestling history.
