WWE WrestleMania 42 is fast approaching with a little over four weeks to go until the two-night event in Las Vegas, Nevada.
While the lineup for the huge show is shaping up, there could be some new names introduced on one of the three main brands in Raw, SmackDown and NXT ahead of “The Show of Shows.”
Whether it be Performance Center trainees getting introduced to the audience, or a new signing making their arrival, these new stars could make an immediate impact that has some ramifications on what fans see at Mania.
Here are seven new WWE stars to potentially debut ahead of WrestleMania 42.
7. Royce Keys
At WWE Royal Rumble 2026, Royce Keys made his debut as an entrant in the Men’s Royal Rumble 2026.
Despite a strong showing in the bout, Keys has not been seen on WWE television in the weeks since the event.
Keys came into the company with plenty of hype and buzz after a successful six-year run with All Elite Wrestling as Powerhouse Hobbs.
The former AEW star could make his debut in the leadup to WrestleMania 42 and potentially find himself on the card for “The Showcase of the Immortals” in short order.
6. Myka Lockwood
During the first two seasons of WWE LFG, audiences met a variety of different names that could become huge stars in the years to come.
Among the talent introduced on the show, Bayley Humphrey was someone who certainly turned heads with her intimidating presence and awe inspiring size.
Humphrey has recently undergone a name change, now going by Myka Lockwood, which should indicate a debut is coming soon for the former acrobatic and tumbling athlete.
Lockwood should be a force to be reckoned with and could become a major star to follow on either NXT or Evolve sooner rather than later.
5. Rayne Leat
WWE recently announced their latest batch of new talent that have arrived at the WWE Performance Center.
Among the names listed was U.K. independent standout Rayne Leverkusen, who has made a name for herself in promotions like PROGRESS Wrestling.
Now known as Rayne Leat, the UK indie star has already had her first appearance on WWE programming, being one of the spectators during the NXT Underground Match at Vengeance Day 2026.
With her experience and popularity on the indies, it feels like it should be just a matter of time before NXT fans are falling in love with Rayne Leat on the brand.
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4. Dorian Van Dux
Another U.K. independent star who has recently signed with WWE that fans could see soon is Mike D’Vecchio.
D’Vecchio is another talent who underwent a name change, now being referred to as Dorian Van Dux.
The former PROGRESS Atlas Champion has been a regular fixture on the WWE NXT live circuit in Florida as of late.
Considering his skills inside the ring and his eye-catching look, Van Dux feels like someone who should become an instant hit on WWE NXT and could appear on the road to WrestleMania 42 weekend.
3. Romeo Moreno
Zozaya is a star who gained a ton of popularity due to his in-ring ability and appealing look on the U.K. independent scene.
In promotions like RevPro and PROGRESS, Zozaya became part of a youth movement on the scene alongside the likes of Leon Slater and Man Like DeReiss.
Signing with WWE in late 2025, Zozaya has become the latest star to undergo a name change and is now known as Romeo Moreno.
After getting some experience on the NXT live events as of late, Moreno could make a debut as soon as Stand & Deliver and become a regular part of the brand in the near future.
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2. EVIL
Following NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 20, reports circulated that EVIL was set to leave New Japan Pro Wrestling when his contract expired.
Wanting to explore his options, it was soon revealed that the former IWGP Heavyweight Champion was expected to sign with WWE after his NJPW exit.
The former House of Torture leader is someone who was a top star for New Japan and had plenty of experience to rise the ranks in WWE sooner rather than later.
Considering recent reports that he wants to start in NXT if he does sign with the company, EVIL could make his debut in WWE ahead of WrestleMania 42 following the Stand & Deliver premium live event.
1. Hiromu Takahashi
To the shock of many fans, it was revealed that Hiromu Takahashi was leaving New Japan Pro Wrestling after over 15 years with the promotion.
With his final appearance at NJPW The New Beginning in Osaka 2026, Takahashi was looking to explore his options outside of Japan.
Now that he is a free agent, recent reports have indicated that Takahashi could be set to sign with WWE soon.
Ahead of WrestleMania 42, fans could see Hiromu Takahashi making his presence known in WWE and debuting on the company’s programming in the coming weeks.
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