WWEAn update has emerged on Kevin Owens’ plans for WWE Royal Rumble weekend, ahead of the January 31 premium live event. Ahead of WrestleMania 41 in 2025, Kevin Owens revealed that he had suffered a neck injury that would require surgery. While an in-ring return date for the SmackDown star has yet to be revealed, an update has emerged for the WWE Royal Rumble, which takes place on January 31. Owens was last in action at WWE Elimination Chamber in March 2025, defeating Sami Zayn in an unsanctioned match. ADVERTISEMENTAbsent from on-screen action since, Owens shared footage showing him training at the WWE Performance Center in November.