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WWE 2K25 Next Persona Will Be an Injured Superstar

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Prince Horton | Last updated Nov 21, 2025 10:20 AM ET

Highlights

WWE 2K25 is expected to drop one more new persona before the year wraps
Recent injury-return storylines point toward a small group of likely candidates
Three Superstars stand out based on timing, marketing, and 2K’s recent patterns

WWE 2K25 Could Be Setting Up Another Late-Year Drop

It’s almost December, and you know what that means — the time of year when even Santa starts teasing surprise returns and fans begin wondering whether 2K is about to hit us with a December swerve straight out of a Royal Rumble buzzer. Every year, just when players think the roster is settled, WWE 2K25 slides in one more persona before the bell rings on the new year. And if the pattern holds, this next persona may already be hiding in plain sight.

WWE 2K25 has been shining a little extra light on certain returning Superstars in recent live events. That trend, combined with how the game's post-launch schedule historically works, paints a pretty clear picture of who could be next.

The Shortlist: Owens, Morgan, or Belair

Based on previous cycles, WWE 2K25 still has room for at least one persona before the end of the year. The clues point to three names: Kevin Owens, Liv Morgan, and Bianca Belair. All three have something in common — injuries, comebacks, and fresh spotlight moments that fit perfectly with how 2K structures late-year drops.

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Liv Morgan and Ilja Dragunov have recently been featured during live appearances tied to WWE 2K25, and these injury-return themes have been central to 2K’s marketing pushes. That makes Morgan a natural candidate, while Owens and Belair fit the pattern of high-profile Superstars returning to full action at just the right moment for a timely release.

Why an Injury-Return Persona Makes Sense

WWE and 2K have a long history of leaning heavily into real-world momentum, and this cycle is no different. When a Superstar returns from injury or appears in a high-visibility segment, a persona drop can often follow — not guaranteed, but definitely not far‑fetched, whether as a small roster expansion or a cosmetic update tied to their comeback.

With Owens, Morgan, and Belair all carrying recent injury narratives, each one checks the boxes: storyline relevance, marketing timing, and player demand. And with December approaching, the window is wide open for one more surprise persona to land.

The Wait Begins

Until 2K confirms anything, speculation will continue as it always does around this time of year. The hints, history, and timing all point toward one more injured Superstar stepping into the WWE 2K25 spotlight before the year ends. Whether it's Owens, Morgan, or Belair, players might be unwrapping a new persona sooner than later.

If you're tracking patterns, this holiday drop feels almost inevitable — because nothing says 'season’s greetings' quite like a surprise update in a WWE game.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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