The next big return to WWE that will take place is that of Chris Jericho. It has long been rumoured that Chris Jericho will be returning to WWE. He did not return at the Royal Rumble because he had shows all around the world with his band Fozzy. The WWE fans are excited to see the all time great get In the Ring with some of the younger talent. Chris Jericho will come for his last full time run as a professional wrestler.
Let’s look at 5 Opponents for Chris Jericho upon his return to WWE
Gunther
The number 1 on this list is Gunther. Gunther has become the best wrestler in WWE and has been so for more than 3 years. And currently he has added the Career Killer Gimmick to his resume. He has ended the in-ring careers of Goldberg, John Cena and AJ Styles so far. A match against Chris Jericho will be a dream match. They could set up a long feud and the promos will be exceptional. Chris Jericho will be the babyface. Gunther will look to end the career of Chris Jericho by the end of 2026.
Oba Femi
The Monster Oba Femi has just arrived to the main roster in WWE. Oba Femi had an exceptional showing in the Royal Rumble Match as he eliminated 5 men from the Royal Rumble. The WWE is very high on him and seeing this new WWE superstar go against the legend in Chris Jericho will be a clash of the generations. Chris Jericho will also be able to teach Oba Femi a few tricks of the trade. Oba Femi needs to get better in the promos department. Oba Femi should squash Chris Jericho whenever they face each other. This will be the stamp of approval that will propel him to becoming a WrestleMania main eventer.
Trick Williams
Another one of the new WWE superstars that can have a Banger match against Chris Jericho is Trick Williams. He has already got himself over with the Whoop That Trick chants. He is a heel character but all the fans are cheering for him every week. Trick Williams has already got himself in the main event scene as he is in a feud with Drew Mcintyre for the WWE Championship. Chris Jericho and Trick Williams are two of the most charismatic wrestlers in WWE. Trick Williams and Chris Jericho can both be babyfaces in this feud and the other WWE superstars have to catch up.
CM Punk
Chris Jericho vs CM Punk is a match that can easily main event SummerSlam 2026. CM Punk returned to WWE in 2023 and in the next 3 years he has established himself as the face of WWE. He is the World Heavyweight Champion heading into WrestleMania 42 against Roman Reigns in the main event. After that feud, CM Punk can feud with Chris Jericho and these two have history and this can be the last match between the two men. The promos will be the Best in the World and Chris Jericho will have one of the best matches of his career.
