Wrestling fans, get your tiny American flags ready because Kurt Angle might be gearing up for a Royal Rumble surprise! According to reports, WWE reached out to the Olympic gold medalist about appearing at this weekend’s Royal Rumble in Indianapolis. While it’s unclear whether Angle accepted the invitation, one thing is certain—WWE loves calling up its legends whenever the Rumble rolls around, and who better than a man who has suplexed more people than most of us have taken steps today?
What’s the Angle on Angle’s Role?
Sources say no one is quite sure what WWE has in mind for Angle if he does show up. Could he be an official Rumble entrant? A special guest enforcer? Or will he simply show up to drink milk and look confused while someone interrupts his music? (Shoutout to Jason Jordan, wherever he is.)
While Angle hasn’t wrestled since his farewell match at WrestleMania 35, his love for the business keeps pulling him back. In fact, he’s already scheduled to be in Indianapolis for WrestleCon, meaning he’s in town, suited up, and probably already yelling “It’s true! It’s damn true!” at hotel staff.
Can His Body Handle a Rumble Return?
Let’s be honest: Kurt Angle’s neck has been through more than most of us emotionally after watching WrestleMania 17’s main event. He’s had multiple surgeries, knee replacements, and has openly discussed his physical struggles post-wrestling. While a quick Rumble appearance wouldn’t require much—outside of getting tossed over the top rope—do we really want to see a man with a surgically-rebuilt everything taking bumps?
The Verdict?
Whether Angle laces up the boots or just shows up to remind people that “Intensity, Integrity, and Intelligence” are still a thing, his presence at the Rumble would be a nostalgia trip worth celebrating. And if we’re lucky, maybe we’ll get one last “You Suck” chant to echo through Indianapolis.
Either way, keep your eyes on that countdown clock—because when it hits 3…2…1… anything can happen.