Finn Balor calls out possible conspiracy after his former tag team partner gets into the Royal Rumble Match instead of him

Finn Balor calls out possible conspiracy after his former tag team partner gets into the Royal Rumble Match instead of him

Finn Balor wasn't happy with Damian Priest getting a spot in the 2026 Men's Royal Rumble Match. Priest's place in the match was confirmed on this week's SmackDown.

WWE Star Replaced By Finn Balor In Royal Rumble 2026

On the January 19 episode of WWE Raw, CM Punk defeated Finn Balor to retain the World Heavyweight Championship. After a show of respect and some encouragement from Punk, Balor attempted to enter the Royal Rumble 2026, but he was denied by Raw General Manager Adam Pearce who stated that the field was now full for the match. Following his attack on Punk during his match with AJ Styles on the January 26 Raw, it would make sense if Balor found his w…