Who Are Marvel's New Avengers in Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars?

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 proper Avengers team-up is only slated for the culmination of Phase 6, with the back-to-back releases of Avengers: Doomsday in 2026 and Avengers: Secret Wars in 2027. But who will answer the call? Let's examine the likely candidates for Phase 6's Avengers roster.

The New Avengers: A Predicted Lineup

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Following the departure of Tony Stark and Steve Rogers, Benedict Wong's Wong has emerged as a pivotal figure, acting as a unifying force throughout Phases 4 and 5. His appearances in numerous post-Endgame projects solidify his importance. As the Sorcerer Supreme, his proactive defense of Earth against emerging threats makes his inclusion in the new Avengers a near certainty.

Shang-Chi

Simu Liu's Shang-Chi's inclusion in Phase 6's Avengers is highly probable. His summons 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 surrounding these artifacts, potentially playing a crucial role in Avengers: Doomsday.

Doctor Strange

While Wong is now Sorcerer Supreme, Stephen Strange's expertise in magic and the multiverse remains invaluable to the Avengers. His current involvement in another universe addressing incursions, alongside Clea, suggests a significant future role. The tease in Multiverse of Madness likely foreshadows his involvement in the fight against Doctor Doom.

Captain America

Anthony Mackie's Sam Wilson, the new Captain America, is essential to any Avengers roster. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier and Captain America: Brave New World showcase his evolution into the role, culminating in his readiness to lead. His potential to inspire, while grappling with Steve Rogers' legacy, will be a key storyline.

War Machine

Don Cheadle's War Machine is poised for a more prominent role. Armor Wars, focusing on Rhodey securing Tony Stark's technology, builds upon Secret Invasion. 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, Ironheart, is a strong contender to become the MCU's new Iron Man. Her debut in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and her upcoming solo series establish her capabilities. Her intelligence and technological prowess will be crucial assets against powerful foes.

Spider-Man

Tom Holland's Spider-Man remains a flagship hero, despite his choice for anonymity. His participation in Doomsday and Secret Wars seems likely, barring any further complications with Sony. The mystery surrounding his forgotten identity, potentially known only to Wong, adds intrigue.

She-Hulk

While Hulk's role may be more supportive, Tatiana Maslany's She-Hulk is a strong candidate. 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, from The Marvels, are likely to feature prominently. Captain Marvel's leadership qualities and the mysteries surrounding Monica and Kamala's roles strongly suggest their inclusion.

Team Size and Structure

The potential size of the new Avengers team is significant. The MCU could adopt a model similar to the comics, with a larger pool of heroes forming smaller task forces or multiple co-existing teams.

Hawkeye & Hawkguy

Jeremy Renner's Hawkeye's potential return, despite his recent accident, and Hailee Steinfeld's Kate Bishop's inclusion are likely.

Thor

Thor's experience and current position make him a likely candidate. The possibility of multiple Thors in Secret Wars, echoing the comics, adds another layer.

The Ant-Man Family

Ant-Man, Wasp, and Stature's connection to Kang and the Quantum Realm makes their involvement probable.

Star-Lord

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

Black Panther

Shuri's role as the new Black Panther, along with M'Baku's position in Wakanda, suggests continued involvement.

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Note - this article was originally published on July 28, 2022 and updated on February 18, 2025 with the latest MCU developments.