Name Considered for 2026 WWE Royal Rumble Revealed

WWE fans watching the 2026 Royal Rumble may have noticed one name missing from the chaos: Kit Wilson. While he didn’t appear in the match, new backstage reports confirm he was very much in the conversation.

According to Fightful Select, Wilson was discussed as a possible entrant for this year’s men’s Royal Rumble match in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, but WWE ultimately passed on including him in the final lineup. The report simply noted:

“Kit Wilson was discussed for the WWE Royal Rumble, but was ultimately passed on.”

While he didn’t make the cut this year, the fact that he was considered is a strong sign of WWE’s interest in his current arc.

Do you think Kit Wilson should have made the final cut for the Royal Rumble match? Would a surprise entry have elevated his feud with Cardona? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know if you’re backing Wilson’s rise.