Former AEW talent Powerhouse Hobbs made his official debut for WWE as a surprise entrant in the Men’s Royal Rumble event at this Saturday’s Royal Rumble 2026 event in Saudi Arabia. Hobbs came out under his new ring name of Royce Keys for his career in WWE.
While speaking to Josh Martinez, AEW President Tony Khan commented on Hobbs leaving AEW for WWE.
“Well, I think Powerhouse Hobbs had a great run here in AEW. He started wrestling here in Jacksonville where I am now and had some great matches, and became a champion in AEW. We were just talking about the TNT Champion. He’s a former TNT Champion, former World Trios Champion… I’ll always wish him all the best.” H/T Fightful
