5 returns we must see at Royal Rumble 2017

Honourable mention: Samoa Joe

This is the perfect stage for Joe to prove his dominance

While this won’t be a return but a debut instead, there is nothing left for Samoa Joe to accomplish in NXT. As the top heel in the developmental company, he has been adding star power to every Takeover special; but his talents can be better utilised on the main roster.

If Joe were to make his debut at the Royal Rumble and eliminate a bunch of wrestlers in one go, it would establish him as a force to be reckoned with.

Joe’s call up would come at a time when WWE seriously needs good workers in the upper mid card/main event spot. However, we understand that this won’t be a return, but a call-up. So, let’s move on to the others!