2025 is in the history books. For the average WWE fan, it was the ultimate rollercoaster ride with an odd mix of good and bad. Over the last 12 months, fans witnessed the farewell tour of John Cena, RAW’s first year on Netflix, and several high-profile feuds.
Nonetheless, 2025 also witnessed several returns, which generated massive ovations from the live crowd. Some of these comebacks included Superstars who we never thought would step in the squared circle.
Considering the sheer volume of returns this year, it was difficult to narrow down the list to 5, which is why we have a few honorable mentions:
- The Hardy Boyz return to NXT
- Becky Lynch returns at WrestleMania 41
- Jade Cargill returns at Elimination Chamber 2025
#5. Roman Reigns Returns To Take Down Bronson Reed And Bron Breakker (RAW: July 14, 2025)
As Roman Reigns is a part-time talent, he works a limited number of dates. WWE often takes measures to write him off TV to propel the OTC’s ongoing feuds. Therefore, Reigns makes a lot of returns in a single calendar year to the point that it has become a running joke among fans.
Nonetheless, one of his comeback segments stood out this year. The OTC returned on the July 14th edition of RAW to take down Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker. This was Reigns’ first appearance since the RAW after WrestleMania 41, where he was brutally assaulted by Breakker and Seth “Freakin” Rollins.
The crowd popped, the stars in the ring were shocked, and Paul Heyman was absolutely terrified. Michael Cole’s passionate commentary added to the return’s significance. The OTC’s return saved CM Punk and Jey Uso from a brutal assault by the Vision.
