Morning Daily News Update: January 27, 2026 – Seth Rollins Provides Injury Update Ahead Of Royal Rumble

Good morning, all!

We made it through another Monday, and now it’s time for our Tuesday Morning Daily News Update!

But before we look at the news, let’s see what’s new on the blog:

We’ve got Jabroniville with a new Joshi Spotlight
LScisco posted a new WTWWW for WWF Wrestling Challenge from October 2, 1994
Kat has the review for last night’s episode of WWE Raw

Seth Rollins Addresses WWE Royal Rumble Status

Seth Rollins says his shoulder is improving, but a return at the Royal Rumble remains uncertain after suffering a torn rotator cuff in October. Speaking on ESPN Get Up, Rollins said he is “on track for a return sooner rather than later” and is targeting WrestleMania 42. During the interview, Rollins also named Rey Mysterio as his dark horse pick to win the men’s Rumble and tipped Becky Lynch as his surprise choice on the women’s side.

Rey Mysterio Injury Scare On WWE Raw

Rey Mysterio is believed to have suffered a legitimate shoulder injury during his match with Austin Theory on WWE Raw, according to Bryan Alvarez. Mysterio finished the bout but was removed from the post-match angle involving The Vision, remaining at ringside while medical staff checked on him before he was helped to the back, raising concern given his recent return from injury.

Becky Lynch names Toni Storm as non-WWE dream opponent

Becky Lynch named Toni Storm as her top dream opponent outside WWE, praising Storm’s current work in AEW and saying she wanted the match even during their time together in WWE. Lynch suggested a violent stipulation, such as a Street Fight or Hell in a Cell, while explaining that at this stage of her career, she is driven by telling meaningful stories and helping elevate the next generation.

Updated List Of WWE Royal Rumble Participants Following Monday’s Raw

With the Royal Rumble set for Saturday in Riyadh, a growing list of stars has been confirmed for both the men’s and women’s matches. On the men’s side, Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, Gunther, Rey Mysterio, Logan Paul, and several others have declared, though Mysterio’s status is uncertain after a reported injury on Raw. The women’s field already includes former winners Rhea Ripley, Bayley, Asuka, and Charlotte Flair, along with names such as Iyo Sky, Bianca Belair, and Becky Lynch, as both matches begin to take shape ahead of WrestleMania season.