The MCU has undergone significant changes since Avengers: Endgame, most notably the absence of an active Avengers team. While new heroes are emerging to fill the void left by Iron Man and Captain America, a full-fledged Avengers movie remains some time away. Even Captain America: Brave New World avoids a complete reunion of Earth's Mightiest Heroes.

A true Avengers team-up is only slated for the end of Phase 6, with the back-to-back releases of Avengers: Doomsday (2026) and Avengers: Secret Wars (2027). So, who will answer the call? Here's a likely roster for Phase 6's Avengers.

The New Avengers: A Potential Lineup

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Wong: Following the departure of Tony Stark and Steve Rogers, Benedict Wong's Wong has become a pivotal figure, uniting the MCU across Phases 4 and 5. His appearances in numerous films, including Spider-Man: No Way Home, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, solidify his importance. As the Sorcerer Supreme, his proactive defense against emerging threats makes his inclusion in the new Avengers a certainty.

Shang-Chi: Simu Liu's Shang-Chi is practically guaranteed a spot. His summoning by Wong in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, coupled with Destin Daniel Cretton's initial involvement with Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, strongly suggests significant future plans for the character. His mastery of the Ten Rings makes him a valuable asset. The mid-credits scene in Shang-Chi hints at a larger mystery that could play into Avengers: Doomsday.

Doctor Strange: While Wong is the Sorcerer Supreme, Stephen Strange's expertise in magic and the multiverse remains crucial. His current involvement in another universe, assisting Clea with the Incursion problem, suggests a significant role in the future. The Multiverse of Madness tease points to a future confrontation with Doctor Doom.

Captain America (Sam Wilson): Anthony Mackie's Sam Wilson carries the mantle of Captain America. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier and Captain America: Brave New World showcase his evolution into the role. Brave New World positions him for a leadership role within a new Avengers team, though his struggle to live up to Steve Rogers' legacy remains.

War Machine: Don Cheadle's War Machine is poised for a more prominent solo role in the Multiverse Saga, as seen in the upcoming Armor Wars film. His experience and firepower make him a natural fit for the Avengers, filling the void left by Iron Man.

Ironheart: Dominique Thorne's Riri Williams is likely to become the MCU's new Iron Man. Her debut in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and the upcoming Ironheart series establish her as a formidable hero with both technological prowess and intellect.

Spider-Man: Tom Holland's Spider-Man remains a key MCU figure, despite his choice to remain a low-profile hero. His inclusion in Doomsday and Secret Wars is highly probable, barring any further conflicts between Marvel Studios and Sony. The mystery surrounding his forgotten identity adds intrigue.

She-Hulk: While Hulk will likely play a supporting role, Tatiana Maslany's She-Hulk is a strong contender for the new powerhouse Avenger. Her intelligence, strength, and unique personality make her a compelling addition.

The Marvels: Brie Larson's Captain Marvel, Teyonah Parris' Monica Rambeau, and Iman Vellani's Kamala Khan, introduced in The Marvels, are expected to play significant roles. Captain Marvel's leadership qualities and the mysteries surrounding Monica's abilities suggest key roles. Kamala, while focused on the Young Avengers, will likely join the main team.

Hawkeye & Kate Bishop: While Jeremy Renner's Hawkeye is seemingly retired, his potential return is hinted at. Hailee Steinfeld's Kate Bishop, seen interacting with Kamala in The Marvels, is also a likely candidate.

Thor: Thor, possibly bringing Love, remains a prominent figure from the original Avengers, making his inclusion probable. Thor: Love and Thunder sets him up for future involvement.

The Ant-Man Family: The importance of the Quantum Realm, established in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, suggests continued involvement for Scott Lang, Hope van Dyne, and Cassie Lang.

Star-Lord: Chris Pratt's Star-Lord's return to Earth at the end of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 suggests a potential role in the Avengers' next saga.

Black Panther (Shuri): Letitia Wright's Shuri as the new Black Panther, along with M'Baku, will likely continue Wakanda's support for the Avengers.

The Size of the Team

This potential roster highlights a significantly larger Avengers team compared to the original six. The comics have precedent for large-scale Avengers teams, often utilizing smaller subgroups to address specific threats or employing multiple concurrent teams. The MCU might adopt a similar approach.

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