5 Theories why Seth Rollins' WWE return was canceled

#1 Seth Rollins is being saved as a WWE Royal Rumble surprise

The New Year's Day episode of WWE SmackDown was stacked and already included the return of Sonya Deville, which could be one of the reasons why Seth Rollins wasn't also added to the show.

With The Royal Rumble right around the corner, the show that has become famous for including returnees. It makes sense for the company to hold back on several stars and wait for the Rumble match.

Seth Rollins would be expected to be a Royal Rumble surprise especially as a former winner of the match and someone who could then pick up a feud if he isn't handed one upon his return.

The former WWE Champion has only been away from WWE for around five weeks and since traditional paternity leave is closer to six, this week was seemingly a little too early for Rollins to make his return. Perhaps The Royal Rumble would be a much better venue for a return for someone of Rollins' caliber which is why WWE made the late change.

About the author

Phillipa is a WWE writer for Sportskeeda. She is also a mother, wrestler, dancer, former actress and a Seth Rollins fan. She is a retired wrestler, dancer, and at one-time enjoyed boxing.

Phillipa has tried her hand at all aspects of the wrestling business in the past including booking, promoting, refereeing, commentating, ring announcing and wrestling.

Throughout her time in Sportskeeda she has become known for picking up botches and sharing them.

Phillipa's favorite wrestler is Seth Rollins, but will allow her head to be turned by any high-flying superstar.

She also once had a dream that Drake Maverick was her father, this is yet to be confirmed by the man himself. Outside of the world of spandex and screwjobs, Phillipa likes to watch football, supports Stoke City and is a huge fan of Judd Trump.

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Edited by Greg Bush