Five possible directions for Danhausen after infamous WWE debut at Elimination Chamber 2026
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Danhausen can have some interesting bookings in WWE.
The WWE Universe witnessed a major debut at the 2026 WWE Elimination Chamber Premium Live Event. The mystery crate, which had appeared on RAW and SmackDown, was unboxed at the event, and former AEW star Danhausen was revealed to be inside it, making his official debut for the Stamford-based promotion.
With Mr. Very Nice Very Evil starting a new chapter in his wrestling career after his AEW deal came to an end, here are five possible directions for Danhausen in WWE:
5. Feud with Kit Wilson
Kit Wilson has become a rising talent on SmackDown since starting his singles run. The ever-flashy and glamorous star can encounter the frenetic presence of Danhause following his debut. This could see the start of a highly captivating feud for the former AEW star on the road to WrestleMania 42.
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4. Match with CM Punk
It is no secret that CM Punk and Danhausen have developed a close friendship since working together in AEW. With the scary star reunited with Punk in WWE following his first appearance, he could get a huge in-ring debut against The Best in the World in a singles showdown.
3. Tag Team with R-Truth
The WWE Universe had been vocal about seeing a program between the comedic pair of Danhausen and R-Truth since the time Danhausen had been a part of AEW. The antics of these two superstars together as a team could lead to one of the most highest rated matches and segments on WWE television.
2. Answer Carmelo Hayes’ challenge
WWE SmackDown has been seeing Carmelo Hayes host weekly open challenges for his WWE United States Championship.
On one occasion, the face-painted star, Danhausen, answered the call and had a major match against ‘Him’ for his title. The former AEW star could deliver a thrilling encounter, proving his worth as an in-ring competitor and not just a comedic act.
1. WrestleMania match
One of the most interesting bookings for Danhausen after his WWE debut would be a feud with fellow comedic star R-Truth. The duo could use every funny antic in their playbook to produce a highly captivating rivalry that could lead to a singles match between them at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas this year.
Where did Danhausen make his WWE debut?
The former AEW star made his WWE debut at the Elimination Chamber 2026 Premium Live Event.
What is Danhausen’s next WWE appearance after Elimination Chamber?
Following his debut, PWInsider Elite notes that Danhausen is scheduled to be backstage at the upcoming episode of Raw, set to take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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Nik O Conner is a long-time fan of professional wrestling. After dropping his Engineering regular studies in 2020, he decided to pursue his passion and became a writer. Over the last few years, he has written for multiple webs bringing a lot of skills and creativity to the table.