Chris Jericho didn’t make his highly anticipated return to WWE at the Royal Rumble.
Jericho’s WWE return was a topic of constant discussion throughout the week leading up to the 2026 Royal Rumble. Despite it being heavily speculated on, Jericho didn’t appear in the Men’s Royal Rumble match.
Prior to the show, PWInsider.com reported that Jericho would not make his return. The outlet noted that there were no signs that Jericho was even in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. No one had seen Jericho, nor did anyone hear him being discussed at the Royal Rumble event.
It’s unclear when Jericho will return to the pro wrestling world, or if a WWE return is guaranteed. Jericho is set to embark on a tour with his band, Fozzy, in the United Kingdom in February. Fozzy will be on tour from February 6 to February 21, making a return to the ring unlikely (if not very difficult).
For what it’s worth, Chris Jericho is also still listed on the AEW roster page.
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