One of the joys of watching the Royal Rumble match is the surprise entrants, and over the years, names such as Booker T, Diesel, Haku, Bubba Ray Dudley, and Jeff Jarrett have made unannounced appearances. It’s doubtful any return will ever top Edge’s last year, yet WWE will always try and surprise fans. Now, with the men’s Royal Rumble match only hours away, Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer has confirmed Carlito is backstage.
If Carlito does make an appearance, it will be the first time the former Intercontinental, US, and Tag Team champion has performed for WWE since 2010. Initially pushed as an up-and-coming star, he would gradually move down the card and eventually was released after refusing to attend rehab after a violation of WWE’s Wellness Program. Over the years, there has been speculation of him returning, but nothing ever came of it. Instead, he worked for his father’s promotion World Wrestling Council in Puerto Rico and on the independent scene.
Meltzer also noted that Christian is backstage, who himself would make an unbelievable Rumble entrant. However, as he had to retire due to concussion issues, he is more likely there to see Edge or film content for upcoming WWE documentaries.
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