WWE Royal Rumble 2026 is just around the corner, and fans are ready to begin the Road to WrestleMania 42. It is one of the most exciting events of the year, primarily due to the traditional 30-person bouts.
The Royal Rumble Matches not only provide a clearer picture of the world title scene heading into WrestleMania but also feature surprise returns, unexpected interactions, and shocking eliminations.
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While some stars are clear favorites heading into the bout, some could prove to be dark horses. In this listicle, we will look at four WWE Superstars who will be the biggest underdogs in the 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble Match.
#4. Lyra Valkyria
Lyra Valkyria has been one of the most consistent and reliable performers in WWE. However, the Irish star has lost the momentum she once had.
That said, the inaugural Women’s Intercontinental Champion could still prove to be a force to be reckoned with in the upcoming 30-person bout. Valkyria can get intense when the situation demands, and her impressive technical skills could help her put on a notable performance in the Women’s Royal Rumble Match.
#3. Former WWE Women’s Champion Bayley
Two years ago, Bayley won the Women’s Royal Rumble Match and went on to defeat IYO SKY for the WWE Women’s Championship at WrestleMania. However, since losing the title, The Role Model has been struggling to find her footing.
That said, you can’t count a veteran like her out. She may not be a favorite to win, which is exactly why the former Hugger could take this opportunity to remind everyone why she’s one of the best in the company.
#2. Roxanne Perez
Many would assume Roxanne Perez to go into the Women’s Royal Rumble as an underdog due to her size and lack of experience. However, she didn’t earn the nickname of The Prodigy for nothing.
Perez is a strong candidate to repeat her performance from last year and surprise everyone once again.
#1. Maxxine Dupri
Maxxine Dupri is the definition of an underdog story in the current landscape of the women’s division. The Alpha Queen’s drastic in-ring improvement and her climb to the Women’s Intercontinental Championship proved that she can hang with the best.
Dupri will likely take this momentum into the Women’s Royal Rumble Match and showcase her improvements against 29 other competitors.
Edited by Parth Pujara
