Penta El Zero Miedo Eyed for 2026 Royal Rumble Return

WWE officials are optimistic that wrestler Penta El Zero Miedo could return to action in time for the 2026 Royal Rumble, marking a potential comeback after more than a month sidelined by a shoulder injury.

Penta sustained the injury during the November 24, 2025, episode of Monday Night Raw, in a first-round match of the Last Time Is Now tournament against Solo Sikoa. The bout was halted early when Penta landed awkwardly on his shoulder while executing a high-risk maneuver outside the ring, described by witnesses as a tornado DDT attempt. The incident ended his participation in the tournament and kept him off WWE programming since then. Penta, known for his high-flying lucha libre style, had been building momentum in WWE's singles division prior to the setback, including a recent challenge for Dominik Mysterio's Intercontinental Championship.

Since the injury, Penta has focused on rehabilitation, with WWE medical staff monitoring his progress closely. A key indicator of his recovery came on December 20, 2025, when he made a limited appearance at AAA's Guerra de Titanes event in Mexico. There, Penta supported his brother Rey Fenix and Rey Mysterio from ringside during a match...