The 2025 WWE Royal Rumble is set to take place this Saturday, February 1, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Over 60,000 wrestling fans will gather to witness history unfold. Each year, the event delivers unforgettable moments and newsworthy developments.
WWE’s first premium live event of the year kicks off the Road to WrestleMania. In addition to the high-stakes 30-man and 30-woman Royal Rumble battle royal matches, this year’s winter classic will feature a Ladder Match for the Undisputed WWE Championship and a Best of 3 Falls tag team dream match. The excitement is palpable as fans gear up for the action.
It’s all happening this weekend, and we’ve got you covered with this comprehensive guide to the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble.
How to Watch
Start Times
The 2025 WWE Royal Rumble is scheduled to begin at 6:00 PM (ET) local time. Start times in select regions include:
- Pacific US Time (PST): 3:00 PM
- UK (GMT): 11:00 PM
- Saudi Arabia (AST): 2:00 AM (next day, Sunday)
- India (IST): 4:30 AM (next day, Sunday)
Streaming Platforms
The event streams live around the globe on Netflix and Peacock:
- Netflix: For fans outside the U.S., the 2025 Royal Rumble will mark WWE’s first-ever Premium Live Event on Netflix.
- Peacock: Fans in the United States can catch all the action on Peacock, the home of Premium Live Events.
Matches
Here’s the confirmed match card for the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble:
Ladder Match for the Undisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Kevin Owens
Both the Undisputed WWE Championship and the iconic Winged Eagle title belt will be suspended above the ring, adding even more drama to this high-stakes ladder match showdown.
Men’s Royal Rumble Match
The traditional 30-man battle royal with championship implications is back. The stacked field of confirmed Royal Rumble entrants includes John Cena, CM Punk, Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, Drew McIntyre, Jey Uso, Rey Mysterio, Sami Zayn, and more.
Women’s Royal Rumble Match
The 30-woman Royal Rumble match is equally loaded, featuring former winners and World Champions. Charlotte Flair, Liv Morgan, Bianca Belair, Bayley, Naomi, and Raquel Rodriguez are among the participants.
By the Numbers: WWE Women’s Royal Rumble
Two-Out-of-Three Falls for the WWE Tag Team Championship: #DIY (c) vs. Motor City Machine Guns
A best-of-three-falls format will determine the reigning tag team champions in what promises to be an intense showdown.
The Royal Rumble remains one of WWE’s most anticipated events, known for its unpredictability and its role in setting the stage for WrestleMania. Stay tuned to SEScoops for updates on the remaining participants and potential surprises leading up to the event.