There was a surprise announcement on Raw this week, as Edge appeared via satellite to announce that he will be returning to the ring at the Royal Rumble. The announcement means that there will be no shock return for the Rated R-Superstar this year, as the former world champion admitted in the segment that he dreams of winning one more world title.
His announcement has seen his odds with some of the leading sportsbooks drop to new lows, and he is now considered one of the favourites to win the 30-man match. But, could that be a realistic goal for Edge?
WWE News: Reasons For Announcing Return
There was surprise among the WWE Universe, as the return could have been a huge moment for the Rumble this year. However, there are certainly reasons against a second shock return in the year, as it certainly adds added intrigue to the match now that fans know he is involved. That means that fans now may feel that there could be another big return on the cards during the match this year, and more viewers will tune in to see who that surprise could be.
Brock Lesnar is one superstar that has been muted to return for the match, as a rematch with Drew McIntyre at this year’s WrestleMania could certainly be on the agenda for the Beast. There would certainly be interest in seeing a potential showdown between Lesnar and Edge in the Rumble match, but the announcement could have more to do with the long-term plans that they have with Edge and reaching the top of the mountain one final time.
WWE News: Rumble Sets Up Edge’s Mania Match
Regardless of whether Edge wins the Rumble or not, the match itself will put the pieces in place for his match in April. Fans will know a lot more about who he could potentially be facing at WrestleMania after the match this weekend. Randy Orton’s name has been one that has constantly been spoken about, but a pin could be put in their rivalry until after the Viper is done with The Fiend.
There is a feeling that this story focuses on Edge’s aim to win the world title one final time, and that could mean another huge match at Mania for Drew McIntyre. The two would likely tell a fascinating story that will be full of emotion. AJ Styles is another opponent that has been discussed for the returning Edge.
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