New Delhi: With the WWE’s Royal Rumble making its debut since the organization joined Netflix earlier this year, this weekend marks the beginning of the Road to Wrestlemania. Whether you’re a first-time or returning fan, the Premium Live Event, which takes place in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, is one of the most thrilling events to see in WWE history. The reward is the coveted main event at this year’s Wrestlemania, which will take place in Las Vegas over the weekend of April 19 and 20, 2025, where 30 men and 30 women will compete until only one person remains in the ring.
However, if you’ve only recently begun watching the WWE since it debuted on streaming services, you may not be aware of the match’s regulations or the other matchups that have been shown thus far. We also have the answers to your questions about who is the favorite to win this year’s men’s and women’s Royal Rumble match, as well as who might make an unexpected cameo.
What is the Royal Rumble event of WWE?
One of the biggest wrestling events, the WWE Royal Rumble match is renowned for its high-stakes mayhem and unexpected turns. The guidelines are straightforward: At predetermined intervals, thirty superstars (or perhaps more in exceptional circumstances) compete to toss one another over the top rope until only one is left. The winner gets a shot to win a world title and a place in the main event at WrestleMania. From shocking comebacks and unexpected arrivals to record-breaking performances and eliminations in the final second, this match is one that feeds on drama.
What time will the Royal Rumble match start?
The Royal Rumble event will begin at 4:30 AM IST (Sunday), and will be streaming live on Netflix. So the people who are living in India and Sri Lanka can tune-in at 4:30 AM.
Who all will be taking part in the Royal Rumble?
The following competitors have all announced their intention to compete in this year’s WWE Smackdown, even though there is still an episode tonight evening (January 31, 2025) and undoubtedly more to announce:
MEN’S ROYAL RUMBLE ENTRIES
Rey Mysterio
CM Punk
Chad Gable
Jey Uso
Bron Brekker (Intercontinental Champion)
Seth Rollins
Penta
Logan Paul
John Cena
Shinsuke Nakamura (United States Champion)
LA Knight
Roman Reigns
Carmelo Hayes
Sami Zayn
Drew McIntyre
WOMEN’S ROYAL RUMBLE ENTRIES
Charlotte Flair
Bianca Belair (Women’s Tag Team Champion)
Raquel Rodriguez
Iyo Sky
Ivy Nile
Nia Jax
Liv Morgan
Lyra Valkyrie
Bayley
Other matches that will be taking place apart from Rumble
Cody Rhodes will face Kevin Owens, in a ladder match to defend his Undisputed WWE Championship. On Saturday Night’s Main Event, Cody Rhodes used the “classic” winged eagle during his championship defence against Owens. Kevin Owens attacked Cody Rhodes after the contest, claiming to be the real WWE champion and taking the prestigious, historic title with him. Given the two’s past exploits in ladder battles, this should be pure carnage.
In the next match, #DIY (Tomasso Ciampa and Johnny Gargano) will defend their WWE Tag Team Titles against Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelly and Chris Sabin) in a match that will go two out of three falls. The Guns lost the titles to the team of Tomasso Ciampa and Johnny Gargano through dishonest ways, and they have been working to get them back ever since.
Royal Rumble match-card
WWE Men’s Royal Rumble match
WWE Women’s Royal Rumble match
WWE Championship – Ladder Match: Cody Rhodes (c) vs Kevin Owens
WWE Tag Team Championship – Best two out of three falls: #DIY (c) vs Motor City Machine Guns
A new chapter in sports entertainment is about to begin with the WWE Royal Rumble 2025, which will be the first WWE event to be live-streamed on Netflix. Here’s all you need to know before the Premium Event kicks-off. WWE Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
