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2020 is slowly coming to an end, and it's likely that some big WWE superstars will start making their returns by the time WrestleMania 37 comes around.
Even though both RAW and SmackDown's showrunners aren't too desperate for a few big names to come back, some popular names who are currently inactive could be huge additions to WWE's overarching landscape.
This list will also be taking a look at the return status of the superstars that will be mentioned below and in the next few slides, so with that in mind, here are five WWE Superstars who could make a huge impact when they return.
#5. Former WWE RAW Women's Champion Becky Lynch
The last time fans saw Becky Lynch on WWE TV, the RAW Women's champion vacated her title and gave it to this year's Money in the Bank winner, Asuka.
Becky Lynch has taken a long hiatus from WWE due to her pregnancy. Her due date is in December 2020, and a report from WrestlingNews.co had revealed that Vince McMahon is hoping for Lynch to be ready to return by January or February.
Readers can take a look at some of Becky Lynch's most memorable moments here.
It is rumored that the endgame is to have Becky Lynch and Ronda Rousey wrestle each other at WrestleMania next year. Becky Lynch was reportedly spotted backstage at the season premiere episode of WWE SmackDown.
'The Man' may have to work twice as harder than everybody else to get in in-ring shape by the time 2021 rolls around. Since Lynch didn't technically lose her RAW Women's title to anybody before taking time off, she may directly enter the title scene upon returning to WWE.
There have been a lot of developments in the women's division since Lynch vacated her championship, and The Man could make a huge impact by appearing on SmackDown for a change of pace the next time around.
#4. Former WWE RAW Women's Champion Ronda Rousey
Speaking of Becky Lynch and Ronda Rousey's potential clash at WWE WrestleMania 37, Rousey was last seen in WWE in the main event of WrestleMania 35. The Rowdy One has taken some time off since then, even though she's still under a WWE contract as of now.
Ronda Rousey has been spotted training ahead of a potential WWE return several times, with the latest occurrence being with 'Cowboy' James Storm, who returned to Impact Wrestling at this year's Bound for Glory event.
Recently, Paul Heyman also dropped a big hint on Ronda's contract status with WWE, teasing that she might have secretly signed a new deal.
Aside from a feud with Becky Lynch, there are a lot of formidable competitors that have made a name for themselves since last year's WrestleMania concluded. Bianca Belair and Asuka could be great opponents for Ronda during her second run in WWE.
It's important to remember that the Women's Division was the most newsworthy aspect of WWE back when Ronda Rousey was around, so it's a no-brainer that she could make a huge impact upon returning to the company soon.
#3. WWE legend Edge
Randy Orton won the WWE Championship from Drew McIntyre at this year's Hell in a Cell Pay-Per-View. On the latest edition of Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer said that Edge could challenge Randy Orton for the WWE title at WrestleMania 37.
I certainly was given the impression tonight that it's Orton and Edge the direction right now for that championship.
Even if Edge and Randy Orton's feud doesn't need a title, the third match between them is bound to happen given that Edge and Randy Orton are tied when it comes to the number of victories they accumulated against each other since The Rated-R Superstar's return.
Edge couldn't really step out of his Randy Orton feud to face other WWE superstars by the time he got injured at Backlash. So a WWE return on the Road to WrestleMania 37 could indirectly lead to Edge facing some stars who gained popularity during all those years he was retired.
From AJ Styles to Daniel Bryan, the list of potential opponents for Edge other than Randy Orton is huge, and the Rated-R Superstar could make a huge impact on the current generation of WWE upon his return from injury.
#2. WWE Superstar Sonya Deville
Sonya Deville was last seen in a match against Mandy Rose in a "Loser Leaves WWE" match at SummerSlam. Deville lost to her on-screen rival and real-life best friend. She hasn't been seen on TV since.
Recently, Sonya Deville posted a picture with Mandy Rose on Instagram stating that they have squashed their heated feud in WWE since Mandy apologized to Sonya.
It's unclear as to when exactly Deville will return to WWE, but it's important to remember that her momentum was at an all-time high right around the time she took an indefinite leave from the company.
So whenever she decides to return to WWE, it's likely that Sonya Deville may pick up right from where she left off. Feuding with Mandy Rose once again isn't exactly the most exciting idea given that they were involved in a program with each other for several months. However, returning to SmackDown by "cutting a deal" with FOX officials as the kayfabe reason would allow Sonya Deville to go after the SmackDown Women's Champion.
Deville's promo work made her stand out in the months leading up to SummerSlam 2020, and WWE fans have missed that aspect of her character in recent memory.
#1. 16-time WWE World Heavyweight Champion John Cena
Judging by this list, it seems as if there are a lot of major free agents in WWE who haven't appeared on either RAW or SmackDown for quite a while. John Cena may be the one to top them all.
The last time John Cena was seen in WWE, The Leader of the Cenation was involved in a feud against Bray Wyatt which concluded at this year's WrestleMania. The Fiend changes the personality of his opponents, and John Cena shouldn't be an exception to this rule.
There are several ways in which WWE can bring back John Cena as a different character, and because of the curiosity behind his changed persona, as well as the added star-power from his recent projects in Hollywood, Cena could be a game-changer for WWE by the time next year's WrestleMania comes around.
As per Dave Meltzer, John Cena could return to WWE for WrestleMania 37.
You know come WrestleMania season they’re gonna talk to John Cena and they’re gonna talk to Undertaker. I mean it’s just how it is no matter what they say now. A lot of times those guys come back.
Keep in mind that legends like Goldberg and The Undertaker weren't included in this list because they've aged to a point where their presence might not have any long-term consequences within the current landscape of WWE, whereas John Cena could embark on an intriguing run and face some up-and-coming stars on a relatively frequent basis when he returns.
A new version of John Cena vs. The Tribal Chief version of Roman Reigns could be the most mainstream WWE match if it happens in the near future.
