All NXT superstars advertised for WWE Royal Rumble 2026
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will host this year’s Royal Rumble!
WWE is already signaling that the 2026 Royal Rumble will be unlike any other, and a newly surfaced billboard in Saudi Arabia has only fueled that belief. Spotted in Riyadh on January 18, the advertisement prominently features multiple NXT names, suggesting unprecedented cross-brand representation at the January 31 premium live event.
The billboard showcases Tatum Paxley, Ethan Page, Lola Vice, Joe Hendry, and Thea Hail; all active members of WWE’s NXT system. Their inclusion indicates that WWE is intentionally blurring brand lines as WrestleMania season approaches.
While none of these names have been officially confirmed for the match itself, being advertised for the Royal Rumble event in Riyadh is a strong indicator that NXT will play a major role on one of WWE’s biggest stages.
Oba Femi’s main roster moment draws closer
One name on the billboard carries far greater implications than the rest: Oba Femi. Unlike the other NXT talents featured, Femi has already begun his transition to the main roster, appearing in recent vignettes on both RAW and SmackDown.
Femi recently vacated the NXT Championship after a dominant run, clearing the path for a full-time call-up. His presence in Royal Rumble promotional material strongly suggests WWE is preparing a significant debut moment for the former two-time NXT Champion.
The anticipation surrounding Femi has been building for weeks. WWE has carefully positioned him as a future centerpiece, and a Royal Rumble appearance in Saudi Arabia would be a fitting launch point for “The Ruler” on the global stage.
Internal plans hint at a major push
This billboard development follows a January 2 report from WrestleVotes Radio, which revealed that several top stars were either internally scheduled or heavily discussed for the Royal Rumble event.
“After checking in with multiple sources regarding talent availability for the upcoming Royal Rumble, we’ve learned that several names have either been discussed or are currently scheduled to be in Saudi Arabia for the premium live event,” WrestleVotes stated.
Additionally, Bodyslam+ previously reported that Oba Femi was considered a “big hit” with WWE officials. Creative discussions on WWE RAW reportedly included plans to place him in the upper-card picture, with internal momentum even pointing toward a prominent role at WrestleMania 42.
WWE has yet to confirm the full Royal Rumble lineup. However, advertising multiple NXT stars, especially Oba Femi, signals a deliberate effort to shake up expectations as the road to WrestleMania intensifies.
All NXT stars advertised for Royal Rumble 2026 so far
- Oba Femi
- Tatum Paxley
- Ethan Page
- Joe Hendry
- Lola Vice
- Thea Hail
When and where is WWE Royal Rumble 2026 taking place?
The WWE Royal Rumble will be held on January 31, 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Does appearing on the billboard confirm these NXT stars are in the Rumble match?
No official confirmation has been made, but WWE advertising strongly suggests involvement at the upcoming PLE.
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