5 wrestlers who could return to WWE at SummerSlam

One of the big-four events of WWE, SummerSlam comes back to Brooklyn, New York on August 19th 2018. The thirty-first annual event under the chronology, the event promises to be a memorable one with all possible champions defending their titles.

While WWE has not confirmed any match for the event, there is no doubt the match card is being stacked. "The Biggest event of the Year" is one of the most anticipated shows of the year, as it guarantees some jaw-dropping moments and heart-stopping returns.

A plethora of wrestlers could make a return and shake things up at SummerSlam. While some are coming back from injuries, others due to their part-time status, will be looking to make a triumphant comeback on the big stage.

Here are five such wrestlers who could return to WWE at SummerSlam 2018.

Honorable Mention: Ruby Riot - The leader of the Riott Squad suffered a knee injury at a house show a few days back, and rumors had it that she would have to undergo an MRI to assess the damage.

Because she doesn't require surgery, a sprained MCL (medial collateral ligament) would require only 3-4 weeks of treatment. Riot should be back in time for SummerSlam and might feature in a match considering her current momentum as a top heel of the women's division is phenomenal.

#5 Jason Jordan

Jason Jordan was scheduled to get a huge push as a singles competitor on Monday Night Raw. After a successful run as a tag-team wrestler with American Alpha, Jordan's singles push quickly came to a halt with a neck injury.

After undergoing a successful surgery in February earlier this year, Jason Jordan looks set to make his comeback, and SummerSlam should be the perfect platform for the same.

Whether as a solo performer or a reunited American Alpha, he is one of the most technically gifted wrestlers on the roster. His last run as Kurt Angle's son did not stomach well with the WWE Universe, and a repackaged Jason Jordan might win the hearts of fans once again.

#4 Randy Orton

Randy Orton is undoubtedly one of the most accomplished WWE performers of all time. A 15-year veteran of the company, he has been one of most consistent wrestlers of the last decade. But 2018 in particular has been pretty forgettable for The Viper, with no major storyline and championship run.

On May 18, WWE confirmed Orton had undergone successful surgery to repair a medial meniscus tear in his left knee, sidelining him for around 2-3 months.

There's a high possibility that Orton gets healed just at the time of SummerSlam. If it does happen, his return as a heel will be both shocking and enthralling.

Orton's best work has always come with a villainous gimmick, and with his current vanilla babyface run not being appealing, a heel turn would do wonders for his time ahead in WWE.

#3 Dean Ambrose

In December 2017, Dean Ambrose suffered a triceps injury, reportedly rendering him out of action for nine months. One of the most entertaining and charismatic performers of this generation, Ambrose is currently training at the WWE Performance Center to make a successful comeback.

With his popularity and immense fan support, his return at SummerSlam will assuredly be a talking point of the year. WWE should straight away book him in the main-event scene preferably against any of his SHIELD stablemates.

Whatever the storyline may be, Ambrose's arrival at the big stage will be a tremendous boost for his career.

#2 John Cena

John Cena is one of the most accomplished wrestlers in WWE history. His last match came at the Greatest Royal Rumble at Jeddah, Saudi Arabia where he defeated Triple H in the opening segment.

As a part-time wrestler, Cena manages to make sporadic appearances in a year, and SummerSlam should be the suitable platform for the Cenation Leader to make his return to the company.

The only title that Cena has still not won in WWE is the Intercontinental Championship. While the current feud between Seth Rollins and Dolph Ziggler for the IC Title is interesting to watch, Cena's entry into the equation will unquestionably make it worth enjoying.

#1 The Undertaker

The Undertaker made his triumphant return at Madison Square Garden and teamed up with Roman Reigns and Braun Strowman in the main event. Coming out of a successful hip surgery, Taker is still one of the WWE's top draws, and his entrance still gets a thunderous ovation from the crowd.

Being scheduled to make multiple appearances this year, Taker's return has been highly speculated over the last few weeks.

There is no confirmation about what storyline The Deadman will get into, but his appearance at The Biggest event of the Summer will surely garner a lot of attention.