As WWE continues to load up the 2026 Royal Rumble card with fresh faces and surprises, one unexpected name just entered the conversation TNA Wrestlings Moose.
In an interview with SportsMattersTV on January 19, 2026, the former Impact World Champion addressed growing speculation about potential crossover appearances in this years Rumble. When asked directly about the idea of competing in WWEs iconic 30-man match, Moose made his stance crystal clear: if the opportunity comes, hes in.
Moose added that if it were up to him, hed absolutely want to be involvedbut he understands that decision lies entirely with WWE and its partners.
His comments come just as WWE ramps up promotion for the January 31 premium live event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with a new billboard spotted in Riyadh on January 18 featuring NXT stars like Tatum Paxley, Lola Vice, Ethan Page, Joe Hendry, and Thea Hail signaling big-time cross-brand involvement.
A report from WrestleVotes Radio earlier this month also listed names like Brock Lesnar, Randy Orton, Jacob Fatu, and Tiffany Stratton as either scheduled or discussed for the event, adding to the Rumbles growing mystique.
With Moose making it known hes willing, the doorat least from his sideseems wide open. So it remains to be seen whether he will end up making his appearance in Saudi Arabia.
Would you want to see Moose make a surprise appearance in the 2026 Royal Rumble? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know which cross-promotion surprise youre hoping for in Riyadh.
