WWE Elimination Chamber 2022: 6 Last-minute predictions - Surprising return, WWE legend forced to retire

Will Cody Rhodes be making his return to WWE this weekend in The Middle East?
Will Cody Rhodes be making his return to WWE this weekend in The Middle East?

WWE superstars are already in Saudi Arabia ahead of tomorrow night's Elimination Chamber event. This is the final stop on the Road to WrestleMania, and the matches will play a huge part in setting up the card for the biggest event of the year.

Several of the company's main championships will be on the line in Jeddah, and one thing that The Elimination Chamber has shown in recent years is that the WWE Universe should expect the unexpected.

The following list looks at just six last-minute predictions for tomorrow night's event in the Middle East.


#6. Bobby Lashley emerges victorious inside The Elimination Chamber

The odds are stacked against Bobby Lashley tomorrow night when he steps inside the Elimination Chamber. Seth Rollins, Brock Lesnar, Austin Theory, Riddle, and AJ Styles make up the field for the match in what appears to be a testing ground for the current champion ahead of the biggest event of the year.

That being said, The All-Mighty found a way to come out on top last time he went one-on-one with Brock Lesnar. And like the Royal Rumble, Roman Reigns could once again play a part in the match.

Lashley has had a fantastic few months, but he's in a tough position this weekend. Still, it's likely that the former ECW Champion will be able to retain his Championship, assuming he finds a way to neutralize Lesnar.


#5. The Viking Raiders win the SmackDown Tag Team Championships

The Usos have had the SmackDown Tag Team Championship picture on lockdown for months, and it's clear the duo intend to cast their names among the greatest tag teams of all time. That being said, it could be time for some new faces to hold the titles and open up the competition.

The Viking Raiders have been consistent performers in the Tag Team Division, and the trip to Saudi Arabia could finally see Erik and Ivar dethrone The Usos. Heading into WrestleMania, it could be interesting to see The Bloodline being forced to chase the titles.

#4. Alexa Bliss emerges victorious from the Women's Elimination Chamber

It's been noted ahead of the Elimination Chamber event that "twists and turns" are expected. Alexa Bliss was a late addition to the Chamber this past week on RAW, and it's unclear what mindset the former Champion will be in when she makes her return to the ring for the first time since September.

While it's become obvious that Bianca Belair and Becky Lynch are set to fight again at WrestleMania, this match could instead become a triple threat involving Bliss.

If Alexa finds a way to come out on top tomorrow night, Belair could be added to the match at a later date. This would make it a triple threat match with heightened tension.

With the SmackDown Women's Championship match already official for WrestleMania, it's likely that WWE will drag their feet and allow the RAW Women's Championship match to come down to the wire.

Becky Lynch has become one of WWE's biggest heels, so forcing her to defend her title in a multi-person match at WrestleMania would be a welcome announcement for the WWE Universe.

#3. Roman Reigns defeats Goldberg, forces him to retire

Roman Reigns will put the Universal Championship on the line against Goldberg this weekend at Elimination Chamber, knowing that this will be the final match on the WWE Hall of Famer's contract.

Goldberg isn't currently being advertised for any events following this weekend, but there is always a chance that he could re-sign in the build-up to this showdown. If that happens, The Icon will most certainly be given a match at WrestleMania as well.

Roman Reigns has become the face of WWE and has been unstoppable for almost two years. The Tribal Chief has brushed aside some of the biggest stars in the company, so it's highly unlikely that Goldberg will be the one to end Reigns' impressive streak. Then again, Goldberg has pulled off shocking upsets in the past.

If Goldberg loses, it would be interesting to see if Reigns is the star who forces him back into retirement. Reigns was initially supposed to retire The Undertaker at WrestleMania 33, but The Deadman made his return a year later. If Goldberg retires, hopefully he remains retired.

#2. Becky Lynch retains her Women's Championship against Lita at Elimination Chamber

Becky Lynch will defend her RAW Women's Championship against Lita this weekend in what could be Lynch's biggest test to date.

Much like Roman Reigns, Lynch has dominated her division since she made her return back at SummerSlam. She'll now collide with a WWE Hall of Famer in Saudi Arabia.

Lita has already made it clear that she hasn't been booked for any matches after Elimination Chamber. It seems WWE has only asked her to return for the one match, which makes a victory here quite unlikely.

The former four-time Women's Champion hasn't wrestled a singles match in around 16 years, which means that this weekend could be a tough test for her, especially since she's stepping up to Big Time Becks.

Lynch will likely add Lita to her list of conquests at Elimination Chamber, and could injure the star en route to victory to ensure that she will be walking into WrestleMania as the RAW Women's Champion.

#1. Cody Rhodes returns, sets up WWE Championship match at WrestleMania

Cody Rhodes' departure from AEW has been the hot topic of conversation this week, and if rumors are to be believed, the former star could be heading back to WWE.

Rhodes was reportedly spotted en route to Saudi Arabia earlier today, which means that he could be part of Elimination Chamber this weekend.

Several reports have suggested that WWE could have huge plans for Rhodes if he makes his return to the company, and this could include a WWE Championship match at WrestleMania.

It would be quite an exceptional moment if Bobby Lashley is able to emerge victorious only for Rhodes to make his return and lay down the Mania challenge.

It would be even more incredible if Rhodes is part of the Elimination Chamber match and takes Austin Theory out. However, Vince McMahon appears to have invested a lot of time into Theory, so it's more likely that Rhodes will appear at the end of the show and set his sights on the WWE Championship.

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