Tyrese Haliburton would’ve loved the chance to compete in the Men’s Royal Rumble match, but it wasn’t meant to be thanks to Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque. Appearing on The Pat McAfee Show, the Indiana Pacers star shared that he had hoped to be in the 30-Man contest with a World Title opportunity at WrestleMania 41 on the line.

“Me and Triple H talked about it. He was like, ‘A lot of people are asking if you’re going to be in the Rumble. I just laughed in their face.’ ‘What the f**k?’”

Haliburton speculated that Triple H was “a little scared” about letting him get physical, especialy in the middle of the NBA season. The NBA star referenced Jalen Brunson’s appearance in 2024 with a broken hand, to which “Triple H kind of had a heart attack.” While Haliburton didn’t compete this year, the Rumble did see celebrity involvement from IShowSpeed, who had a brief, painful, and viral interaction with Bron Breakker.

Though Haliburton didn’t appear in the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble, his WWE standing can’t be denied. The Indiana Pacer has already appeared for WWE NXT and WWE SmackDown, meaning fans can’t count out a future role at a WWE PLE. With plans already in place for the 2026 Royal Rumble, a show IShowSpeed is already preparing for, perhaps Haliburton will get his spot in the iconic match stipulation next year.

Joe Hendry’s surprise appearance in the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble was one of the most talked-about moments of the night. But for the TNA World Champion, the biggest takeaway wasn’t just the massive crowd reaction—it was the fact that WWE and TNA even made it possible in the first place.

Speaking with CBS Sports’ Shakiel Mahjouri, Hendry reflected on how rare a moment like this is in pro wrestling.

“TNA and WWE did not have to do this. Any of them could have said no at any point,” Hendry said. “I’m just very grateful because I think both parties knew they were really giving me a special moment there.”

Hendry noted that while he hasn’t yet had a full debrief with TNA management, those he has spoken to have been thrilled with the exposure. On WWE’s side, the most important feedback came directly from the fans.

“Ultimately, when we go out there, our job is to get reactions,” Hendry said. “I was welcomed with open arms backstage. I got great advice from some of the biggest names in the business and had a very warm reception. It was a really special moment in my life.”

The significance of Hendry walking into a WWE ring with the TNA World Championship wasn’t lost on him either. He compared it to AJ Styles’ legendary WWE debut in 2016, calling it “a ridiculous notion” to think he’d one day follow in those footsteps.

With TNA and WWE’s working relationship continuing to evolve, Hendry’s Royal Rumble moment may be just the beginning.

Catch Joe Hendry’s full thoughts on the Rumble and more in his interview with CBS Sports’ Shakiel Mahjouri:

Logan Paul was determined to win the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble match, but his hopes were dashed when Jey Uso emerged victorious. Now, Paul is expressing his frustration – specifically targeting John Cena, whom he accuses of betraying him during the match and costing him the win.

Logan Paul’s Reaction to His Elimination

In his latest vlog, Paul opened up about his disappointment with how the Rumble played out. Cena eliminated him before the final showdown with Jey Uso, a move that Paul took personally. Having admired Cena for years, he felt hurt by the elimination, especially after spending time together filming What Drives You?, where they shared a car ride for three hours.

“I feel betrayed by John Cena, if I’m being honest,” Paul said. “I’ve looked up to him my whole life, and then he just tossed me out of the ring like I’m trash. I did his show, bro. We drove around in a car for three hours together, and he throws me over the rope?”

Paul’s Post-Match Antics

Following his elimination, Paul made headlines by taking a hat from a young John Cena fan at ringside. This unexpected move led many to speculate whether Paul is setting the stage for a future feud with the 16-time world champion.

With Cena’s rumored retirement tour on the horizon, fans are eager to see if this incident will lead to a marquee matchup between the two. A bout with Cena could be a defining moment for Paul, further solidifying his status in WWE.

The Maverick is just one of countless wrestlers who have expressed their desire to be one of John Cena’s final opponents this year, but there’s a good chance this marquee showdown will take place.

Jey Uso stunned the world by winning the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble match, earning himself headline spot at WrestleMania 41. Uso’s victory was particularly surprising as he eliminated John Cena in the WWE icon’s final Royal Rumble match to clinch the win.

In a recent interview with Daniel Cormier, Jey reflected on the biggest win of his career to date. Jey shared that he only learned of WWE’s plans for him to win the day of the Royal Rumble match.

“I was humbled, man. As soon as they told me it was me—yeah, they told me like halfway through the day on Saturday—I was like, ‘Man, really?‘”

Jey learned of his victory in a meeting of the final four in the match, himself, Cena, Logan Paul, and CM Punk. After learning of his impending victory, Jey shared the news with his brothers and was pleased that he’d surprise fans later in the day.

When asked, Jey revealed that he’s not gone out of his way to watch his Rumble victory, but hasn’t escaped seeing clips of his moment on X. The 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble shared that though the monumental victory has yet to set in, he believes that will come soon enough.

“It hasn’t locked in yet. I think, when I go home tomorrow and then everything calms down, I’m back home with the family. I feel like that’s when I’ll be sitting in my living room and you know, just, yeah.”

Jey was confronted by World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER during Raw, and will travel to SmackDown to speak with WWE Champion Cody Rhodes on February 7. ‘Main Event’ Jey has a golden opportunity ahead of him, with fans excited to see what’s to come.

Jey Uso’s victory in the Men’s Royal Rumble has proven to be divisive, with some backing the popular star while others believe it should have gone to a bigger name. CM Punk was considered one of the favorites going into the Rumble match, and on the Good Guy/Bad Guy podcast, Punk expressed his delight in Jey’s surprising victory.

“Jey winning is fantastic. When you have somebody in there like John Cena that everyone is going to immediately assume, ‘LOL Cena is going to win.’“

Punk also brought up Charlotte Flair’s victory in the Women’s Royal Rumble, noting how many fans had predicted the Queen would become a two-time winner. Once again sharing that he is pleased that a surprise took place in the Men’s Rumble match, Punk acknowledged that pleasing everyone with a Royal Rumble win would’ve proven impossible.

“When there are 30 people in the Rumble, male or female, that is 30 fanbases, at least 29 fanbases, that are going to converge and hate whoever wins the Rumble.”

Whether fans love it, hate it, or are indifferent, Jey Uso is set to challenge for a World Championship at WrestleMania 41. As for CM Punk, his quest for a title match at WrestleMania 41 will see him enter next month’s Elimination Chamber match. With John Cena already announced and four spots left to fill inside the Chamber, Punk’s quest to a title match and a potential WrestleMania main event remains a tall order.

Jey Uso On Royal Rumble Critics: “You Don’t Strap My Boots”

H/T – Fightful

Alexa Bliss made her stunning return to WWE as part of the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble match, over two years after her previous appearance for the promotion. As the #21 entrant, Bliss lasted eleven minutes in the match but didn’t score any eliminations before being thrown out by Liv Morgan.

Bliss’ return came after reported conflict between herself and WWE which had led some to believe that an agreement between the two sides would never be reached. Fans pleased to see Bliss back have Dean Muhtadi (fka Mojo Rawley) to thank, as Wrestling Observer Radio reports that he helped Bliss and WWE make amends, culminating in Bliss’ new contract.

Bliss had wanted a new contract but WWE had hoped for her to continue on her previous deal with time added. On X, Muhtadi, who represents Bliss as part of the Paragon Talent Group, shared his congratulations after her Royal Rumble return.

With Bliss back in the ring, fans are excited to see what’s next for The Goddess. Before her contract issues with WWE, there had been plans for Bliss to return on the January 13, Raw and do something with The Wyatt Sicks. Now that Uncle Howdy’s faction has been moved to SmackDown, it remains to be seen what brand Bliss will land on and who she’ll work with first.

Drew McIntyre’s frustration following his elimination from the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble match wasn’t just about losing a WrestleMania opportunity, but it was also fueled by an overlooked moment early into the match.

Entering at No. 17, McIntyre, the winner of the 2020 Rumble, lasted nearly 27 minutes but failed to secure any eliminations before being tossed out by Damian Priest. While some initially believed LA Knight’s collision with Priest during the elimination caused McIntyre’s anger, reports suggest the issue occurred earlier.

According to Wrestling Observer Radio’s Dave Meltzer, McIntyre was visibly furious backstage, loudly venting his frustration over LA Knight allegedly performing unplanned moves that disrupted the match flow. The delay affected the timing of McIntyre’s elimination, forcing a mid-match adjustment. Multiple people reportedly shared McIntyre’s frustration, making his reaction a significant backstage incident rather than a scripted storyline.

This situation has raised questions about McIntyre’s direction going forward and the nature of his relationship with WWE. Sportskeeda’s Dr. Chris Featherstone reports that frustrations with McIntyre have “cooled off” since the Rumble and things are “moving forward” between the Scottish Warrior and WWE.

As for Knight, it is yet to be known whether he will face any consequence for perfoming unplanned moves and disrupting the flow of the Men’s Royal Rumble match. While neither man was set to win the 30-Man contest, this incident has cast a shadow over WWE’s first PLE of 2025.

Jey Uso’s Men’s Royal Rumble match victory shocked fans, with some sharing their issues with the decision on social media. Appearing on The Pat McAfee Show, Jey was asked for his response to the negative response to the biggest win of his WWE career.

“You don’t strap my boots every week… I’m in the trenches like everybody else man, I don’t pay no mind to that. I don’t need none of that… There’s a lot of haters out there and they talk it because they can’t walk it.”

Uso’s victory came at the expense of top talent including John Cena who many fans had predicted would be winning his final Royal Rumble match. Instead, the 16-time WWE World Champion hopes a victory inside the Men’s Elimination Chamber match will lead him to a title match at WrestleMania 41.

What’s Next for Jey Uso?

With his victory, Jey has earned himself a WrestleMania main event, either against World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER or Undisputed WWE Champion (and former tag-team partner) Cody Rhodes. After the Royal Rumble, Jey said he was going to become World Heavyweight Champion, teasing a rematch with the Ring General.

Jey will be on tonight’s edition of WWE Monday Night Raw where he’ll no-doubt address his surprising victory. No matter what some fans may say, Jey Uso is ready to prove his ‘Main Event’ moniker by competing for a World Championship at WrestleMania 41.

Paul Heyman has addressed Seth Rollins’ aggressive attack on Roman Reigns during the Royal Rumble, following a chaotic sequence involving Rollins, Reigns, and CM Punk.

Entering at No. 25, Rollins found both Reigns and Punk already in the ring. As the battle intensified, Punk seized an opportunity, eliminating both Rollins and Reigns while they fought near the ropes. However, Punk’s celebration was cut short when Logan Paul blindsided him, tossing him out as well.

The chaos continued outside the ring as Rollins viciously stomped Reigns on the floor before turning his attention to Punk. After a brief brawl, Rollins went a step further, delivering another devastating Stomp to Reigns—this time on the steel steps.

Heyman Reacts to Rollins’ Outburst

After Pat McAfee shared footage of the post-elimination brawl, Heyman weighed in on social media, suggesting Rollins’ anger issues were reaching new heights.

“One could read this post as @PatMcAfeeShow calling @WWERollins an A-HOLE.

Considering Mr. Rollins’ actions last night at @WWE #RoyalRumble, I would suggest Mr. Rollins’ lack of anger management has been provoked enough!”

While chaos unfolded between Rollins, Reigns, and Punk, Jey Uso capitalized on the moment, delivering a shocking victory in the Royal Rumble match. He last eliminated John Cena, securing his spot in the main event of WrestleMania 41.

IShowSpeed’s time in the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble match may have been brief, but the streamer’s role has proven to be a viral hit. Speed, who had been invited to the show by Pat McAfee, replaced Akira Tozawa in the 30-Man match after he was attacked by the already-eliminated Carmelo Hayes.

Speed would aid Bron Breakker in eliminating Otis before being speared and thrown out by the reigning WWE Intercontinental Champion. In total, Speed’s time in the Rumble was 56 seconds, the shortest of any Superstar competing at the event.

Despite his short Rumble run, Speed’s work has proven to be a hit. As first shared by WrestleOps, between WWE’s social media platform and those of the streamer, this cameo in the Men’s Royal Rumble match surpassed 255 million views over the first 24 hours.

This response demonstrates the viral popularity of IShowSpeed, who appeared at last year’s WrestleMania where he suffered an RKO at the hands of Randy Orton. Speed already has plans for the 2026 Royal Rumble, set to take place in January of next yearin Saudi Arabia.

With IShowSpeed being a bonafide hit this year, fans shouldn’t count out seeing the popular content creator back in the ring. In the meantime, fans can find Speed on Twitch and YouTube, where he’ll continue to entertain his millions of fans with his gaming streams and personality.

WWE continues to break company records and WWE Royal Rumble 2025 was no different as we head into WrestleMania season.

On Monday, the company announced via a press release that Royal Rumble “shattered” previous record numbers for a total gate in a single show, highlighting five particular categories:

• GATE: Royal Rumble 2025 generated the largest gate for any single-night event in WWE history. Saturday’s PLE, which drew 70,342 fans to Lucas Oil Stadium, is only behind WrestleMania^® 40 Saturday & Sunday for any single-night gate.
• VIEWERSHIP: Royal Rumble 2025 set the event’s all-time viewership record, up nearly 14 percent domestically, distributed on Peacock, from last year’s record-setting audience. International viewing numbers are up even higher year-over-year with Royal Rumble shifting to Netflix globally.
• MERCHANDISE: In partnership with Fanatics, merchandise sales were up more than 95 percent versus the previous Royal Rumble record set last year in 2024, making Royal Rumble 2025 the highest-grossing non-WrestleMania event of all-time.
• SPONSORSHIP: Sponsorship revenue was up 94 percent versus the previous record set in 2024. Royal Rumble featured 14 total partners, with 100 percent of the matches sponsored.
• SOCIAL: Royal Rumble 2025 set a record for the most social video views in Royal Rumble history. WWE Superstar Bron Breakker spearing popular streamer IShowSpeed became the most-viewed Royal Rumble social post of all-time, generating more than 300,000,000 social views in less than 24 hours.

Royal Rumble is notoriously one of WWE’s tentpole events every year and with how much the company has been embracing a global and new audience with their live events and the big Netflix deal, the company is very much entering a new era.

Royal Rumble only featured four matches with Charlotte Flair and Jey Uso winning their respective Rumble events, both of which received polarizing responses online.

Logan Paul isn’t too concerned about a controversial scene that unfolded at WWE 2025 Royal Rumble Premium Live Event. In a moment that has since gone viral, Paul grabbed a fan’s camera during his entrance and smashed it by throwing it to the floor.

This clip sparked much criticism of Paul with many believing the former U.S. Champion crossed a line. Instead of an apology, however, Paul simply wrote, “boohoo” and turned off his comments, shutting down any chance for discussion. The dismissive response has only fueled more debate about whether Paul’s effort to be a heel in wrestling has crossed a line.

This wasn’t Paul’s only viral moment at the 2025 Royal Rumble PLE, where he entrered the Men’s match at #30. After being eliminated by John Cena, Paul shared expletive-filled argument with Kai Cenat at ringside in which h told the streamer “This is all your fault!” Cenat fired back, telling Paul to “Shut the f* up! You suck!” leaving fans to speculate on whether more is to come from the pair.

With Paul’s plans to headline WrestleMania 41 dashed, the Maverick will have to find a new way to make it onto the Las Vegas card. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Logan Paul and his controversial personality in and outside WWE.

Jey Uso and Charlotte Flair have punched their tickets to WrestleMania 41 by winning this year’s Men’s and Women’s Royal Rumble matches. Though these were historic wins for both Superstars, not every WWE fan is on board with what transpired in Lucas Oil Stadium.

On YouTube, WWE shared a clip of Flair becoming the first-ever two-time Women’s Royal Rumble winner. While this was a huge moment for Flair, the video has been met with thousands upon thousands of dislikes, far more than those who liked the video.

This response comes after years of fans taking issue with Flair’s booking, believing she is handed opportunities that others would benefit more from. WrestleMania 41 will mark Flair’s eigthth championship match at WrestleMania, a feat that many in WWE today have yet to accomplish even once.

The response to Jey Uso’s shocking win has also been mixed among fans. While some have praised WWE for giving a genuine surprise, many believe the spot was wasted on Jey. On X (formerly Twitter) fans shared their issue with Jey’s victory and Triple H’s booking.

WWE Raw General Manager Adam Pearce has confirmed that both Jey Uso and Charlotte Flair will be on tonight’s show, likely to address their WrestleMania prospects. It remains to be seen what response the pair receive as many are far from pleased with this year’s Royal Rumble winners.

Jey Uso On His WWE Royal Rumble Win: “Oh S***!”

Jey Uso stunned the wrestling world by winning the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble match, last eliminating John Cena to punch his WrestleMania 41 ticket. In his first interview appearance since his shocking victory, Jey told the Nightcap podcast what he was thinking at the moment of his victory.

“Oh s***. Oh s***. I’m sitting in the ring, and I’m telling you, when I pushed him off, I just watched him. Oh s***. Oh s***. I won the Royal Rumble.”

Cena wasn’t the only notable name Jey Uso eliminated to win the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble match. Along the road to victory, the ‘Main Event’ star tossed out United States Champion Shinsuke Nakamura and former Bloodline ally Sami Zayn.

What’s Next for Jey Uso?

With his victory, Jey has earned himself a WrestleMania main event, either against World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER or Undisputed WWE Champion (and former tag-team partner) Cody Rhodes. After the Royal Rumble, Jey said he was going to become World Heavyweight Champion, teasing a rematch with the Ring General.

Raw General Manager Adam Pearce has confirmed that Jey will be a part of tonight’s episode of the red brand, leaving fans excited to see what he has to say. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Jey and his unlikely journey to the main event of WrestleMania 41.

H/T – Fightful

Wrestling legend Rey Mysterio is doubling down on his endorsement of Penta less than 24 hours after their surreal encounter in the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble.

During the match, the two luchadors shared a memorable handshake—an instant classic Royal Rumble moment. Following the event, the Hall of Fame icon posted a photo of the exchange on social media with the simple yet powerful caption: “Respect.”

Penta has long expressed deep admiration for Rey Mysterio, calling him a trailblazer who paved the way for luchadors in mainstream wrestling. He has also described sharing the ring with Mysterio as a career milestone, emphasizing his deep respect for the legend’s legacy.

Mysterio is also a fan of the man with Zero Fear. Following his impactful WWE debut at the Raw Neflix debut, Mysterio said:

“I’ve known Penta for quite some time now, and I’ve always envisioned Penta’s true home to be WWE. Well, he just went out there and proved to me and the whole world why he’s here.”

With their electrifying Royal Rumble moment still fresh in fans’ minds, speculation is growing about a potential one-on-one match at WrestleMania—an iconic stage worthy of such a historic showdown.

Alexa Bliss shocked the WWE Universe with her surprise return at the 2025 Royal Rumble, entering the match at the #21 spot. The match marked Bliss’ first appearance for WWE in over two years, and has left fans wondering what’s going on with The Goddess.

Bliss’ return came after several reports stating that she and WWE but new reports suggest her comeback was more than just unexpected—it was a carefully orchestrated swerve by WWE “far apart” in contract negotiations. It had even been reported that some in WWE believed that the two would not be able to reach a new deal, and as a result, Bliss’ tenure with WWE would end.

On Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer claims that sources within WWE have confirmed Bliss has signed a new contract. With that said, he doesn’t believe it was as “last-minute” as sources indicated and argued that WWE was “pulling a swerve.” News of Bliss re-signing with WWE was kept a closely within the company, with Meltzer adding “It was people in the office they fooled too, and high-up.”

Whether WWE intentionally misled insiders or Bliss’ contract was genuinely finalized at the last moment, one thing is certain, she’s back, and her WWE future is secure. Now, fans can look forward to seeing much more of the pint-sized powerhouse who is ready to make an impact in the ring once again.

Trish Stratus made her in-ring return at the 2025 Royal Rumble PLE as part of the eighth-annual Women’s Royal Rumble match. Though Stratus didn’t secure a title match at WrestleMania 41, the WWE Hall of Famer proved she can still deliver ‘Stratusfaction’ in the squared circle.

Speaking with Stratus after the match, Byron Saxton alluded to Trish’s gray and pink attire possibly being a nod to her WWE debut attire from Sunday Night Heat in 2000. The WWE Hall of Famer confirmed this to be the case and was pleased to give fans a throwback.

“Good eye! I just felt that we’re kicking off the 25th anniversary of my career which is huge for me. I’m honored to still be coming back and doing that. Dipping my toe into the current landscape, I thought it was kind of a neat way to come back to this moment and do a little callback. I like a little callback and I know you guys do to.”

It remains to be seen if fans see Trish Stratus back in the ring in the near future, though Trish teased in the interview that her days in the ring may not be over yet. Whatever the case, Stratus continues to prove herself as a legend in the ring with a fun throwback during this year’s Women’s Royal Rumble match.

Triple H says his Hall of Fame induction is one of the most meaningful things of his career for him.

The Game was surprised by the trio of Nick Khan, Undertaker, and Shawn Michaels who announced him as the headliner for the 2025 Hall of Fame during a WWE Townhall meeting earlier this week.

The former World Champion was asked how he felt about the announcement during his appearance on the post-Royal Rumble media scrum. Triple H noted that he had previously been inducted as part of the DX, but going in alone is very different:

“I’ll be honest. We did it with DX. It was a lot of fun. It’s different when it’s you. While I’ve been a part of all of these, and I’ve seen some talent see it as the biggest honor. I’ve seen other talent be like, ‘Yeah, whatever.’ But for the most part, our talent all see it as sort of the ultimate pay of respect to you and your career.

I’ve had the honor of calling a lot of people to tell them, ‘We’re going to induct you in the Hall of Fame,’ or be there in person to say to them, ‘We’re going to induct you into the Hall of Fame’ and watch them cry and watch them get emotional. Because of our passion for what we do, it hit me up way harder than I thought it would.”

• CM Punk Comments On Difference Of Triple H And Vince McMahon Running Creative

It Was oddly Comical And Surreal: Triple H

Triple H said that when Taker and HBK first came out, he thought that they were there to promote some WWE project. The WWE creative head claimed that it was a very emotional moment when the reality dawned on him:

“When we left there, it was a kind of an oddly comical and surreal moment. Then Taker was there, and Shawn was there. We went straight upstairs and went into a meeting and everything else. As it slowly started to dawn on me, I thought like, ‘Here we go.’

The same moment that I watched everybody else have, that emotions, all flooding over you. Of your career, the people you’ve worked with, what it meant to you, the fans that you’ve met around the world, the moments that you’ve been able to create and share. Fortunately for me, this is not, I’m not out of the business.

I have the maybe almost more enjoyable point in my life of being able to watch all these guys do it now. Help them get there and put it all together. But it was emotional, and I’m excited for it. I wish it wasn’t at WrestleMania, so I could focus on it more, but it’s one of the most meaningful things in my career.”

• Drew McIntyre Stormed Off After Botched Royal Rumble Elimination (Report)

AJ Styles is looking forward to what’s next for him in WWE after his Royal Rumble return.

The Phenomenal One almost recreated the moment of his WWE debut from back in 2016 at tonight’s show. Returning from an injury he suffered in October last year, Styles showed he had no ring rust.

The former World Champion was interviewed by Cathy Kelley after the show. When asked about his return, Styles noted that he wore almost the same gear as his WWE debut as well and said that the fan reaction is what keeps him going:

“Did you notice that I wore the same gear, too? Pretty much the same colors, everything, pretty much. Wow, almost the same experience with the fans. The WWE Universe. You know, it really, it’s been a minute because I’ve been hurt and I’m back.

But man, that feeling that you get when you walk down that aisle and thousands of people are screaming. I don’t know if it gets any better than that. Does it get much better than that? I don’t think so. I don’t know, it’s why I’m still doing this.”

• AJ Styles Says He Declined TNA’s Hall of Fame Offer, Not WWE

AJ Styles ended up becoming one of the two people being eliminated by YouTube star Logan Paul alongside CM Punk. When asked about the elimination, AJ said that he is not alone ‘in the shame’ but expressed interest in moving forward nonetheless:

“I’ll never live that down, getting eliminated by Logan Paul. But you know what? I got out there and I did what I needed to do. I stayed long there, was in there with the big dogs, and I held my ground.

Unfortunately, I didn’t see the one coming behind me, who apparently jumped on the table, scaffold his way back over to the steps and caught me off guard. But this is the WWE. You will lose. You will win. Accept it. Move on. Next Big Thing.”

• Drew McIntyre Stormed Off After Botched Royal Rumble Elimination (Report)

Joe Hendry is back on his quest to get a match against John Cena after his Royal Rumble appearance.

The TNA Champion continued the tradition of representing the Anthem-owned promotion at the first WWE PPV of the year by entering the men’s Royal Rumble at #15. Hendry got a moment to shine in the Rumble, having the spotlight all to himself for his big pose before being eliminated by Roman Reigns.

The viral star was interviewed by Cathy Kelley backstage after the show where he was asked about his participation in the event. Joe Hendry first claimed that it isn’t the last time he crosses paths with the OTC before once again calling out John Cena for a match:

“It’s unusual for Joe Hendry to be at a loss for words, but say his name, and he appeared here in Indianapolis at the biggest Royal Rumble of all time. Roman Reigns, congrats. You threw Joe Hendry over the top, and I’m willing to bet this isn’t the last time that you and I cross paths.

But before I go, I do want to share a little bit of knowledge that was bestowed on me by one John Cena. He gave me four words, and it was, ‘Fortune favors the bold.’ So here I am, boldly saying John Cena’s name,”

• Joe Hendry Hopes His TNA Title Win Inspires People To Keep Going

Joe Hendry was also asked when we’ll see him next on WWE TV and the TNA champion said that he’ll appear at ‘any show’ if enough people say his name.

John Cena was unsuccessful in his quest to win the Rumble tonight as well but he’s already announced that he’ll be entering the Elimination Chamber. You can check out more about it here.

• Drew McIntyre Stormed Off After Botched Royal Rumble Elimination (Report)

IShowSpeed’s impromptu appearance in the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble match came to an end when he was launched out of the ring by Bron Breakker. Speaking backstage, a crutches-wielding Speed vowed that this won’t be his last time in the ring.

“Next Royal Rumble, I’m calling out everybody. Roman Reigns, Mark Henry, Rey Mysterio, Dom. It don’t matter, I’m getting all of y’all. Just wait until I start training out there.”

The spear Speed ate by Bron Breakker isn’t his first time being levelled by a WWE Superstar, as the YouTube took an RKO by Randy Orton at WrestleMania 40. When asked, Speed couldn’t give a definitve answer as to which move hurts more, isntead simply saying “they hurt.”

The 2026 Royal Rumble has already been announced for January of next year and will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The 39th annual Royal Rumble will be part of Riyadh Season, marking the first traditional Royal Rumble to take place outside of North America. Stay tuned for the latest on the Royal Rumble as IShowSpeed vows to do much better next year than his perfomance in 2025.

Nikki Bella already has future opponents in mind after her WWE return at the 2025 Royal Rumble event.

The WWE Hall of Famer was the final entrant of the Women’s Royal Rumble match, following other surprise entrants such as Jordynne Grace and Charlotte Flair. While she did not win the bout, Bella showed that she hadn’t lost a step since her last Rumble appearance in 2022.

The wrestling veteran was interviewed by Jackie Redmond backstage after the match. When asked how she felt about the crowd erupting for her return, Bella said that she had to be very careful not to get emotional:

“Oh my goodness. It’s crazy. The crowd just gets you right back into who you are out there. What I sometimes have to be careful is I always want to go into ultimate heel Nikki mode, it’s just like where I thrive. It gives me very Bambi vibes.

You almost try not to get emotional because it’s been so long. I love my WWE Universe family. I love my family back here. Then when you hear the crowd react like that, you’re just like, ‘Oh my Gosh.’ It gives you all the feels.”

• Charlotte Flair Emotional Following Royal Rumble Win: “Im Here to Do It All Over Again”

Want To Kick Her Off Her High Horse: Nikki Bella

Nikki Bella also named the people she would like to get in the ring with after her return including a number of veterans as well as the Women’s US Champion Chelsea Green:

“There’s a lot of people. I feel like there are parts me of that have unfinished business, long business, with Charlotte Flair, but also with Liv Morgan. That would probably be my most unfinished business with. It’s great to see some of my girls back here.

We still have Naomi and Nattie. I’ve never caused chaos to Bayley, that’s someone…and someone who I’ve really been loving and I kind of want to kick her off her high horse is Chelsea Green.”

• Drew McIntyre Stormed Off After Botched Royal Rumble Elimination (Report)

Drew McIntyre’s elimination from the 2025 men’s Royal Rumble reportedly did not go according to plan.

The former world champion entered the Rumble at #17 and survived till all 30 participants had entered the match. Right after the final entrance of Logan Paul, however, he was eliminated from the bout by Damian Priest.

PWInsider is now reporting that something went wrong with McIntyre’s elimination at the show and the wrestling veteran was not very happy about it.

According to them, Drew was “screaming and cursing” that “someone had to get their moves in” at the expense of other stories in the match when he got back to the gorilla position.

• Wrestling World Reacts To Jey Uso Winning 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble

The Scottish Psychopath did not stick around for long after this. Drew McIntyre reportedly ‘loudly stormed out of’ the Lucas Oil Stadium before the conclusion of the main event.

The former Royal Rumble winner has carved a unique persona for himself with his out-of-the-box ideas and incredible character work over the past couple of years, so everything related to him has to be taken with a grain of salt.

Though if the reports are true, we’ll have to see how the management handles the situation and where McIntyre ends up on the WrestleMania card.

2025 Men’s Royal Rumble Winner Jey Uso: “It’s My Turn!”

The 2025 Royal Rumble was one of the most anticipated wrestling events of all time and it ended on a shocking note with Jey Uso eliminating John Cena to punch his ticket to a WrestleMania main event.

There were many notable moments coming out of the Men’s Rumble before this which elicited interesting reactions from people within the wrestling world.

Akira Tozawa who could not enter the Rumble after being attacked by Carmelo Hayes during his entrance noted that he would like to take a step closer to the ring next year. Meanwhile, social media personality Speed who took his place in the battle royal claimed that he was done with WWE appearance after taking a huge spear from Bron Breakker before his elimiation.

Sheamus who got into a fight with Jacob Fatu after the Samoan Warewolf attacked Joe Hendry during the match noted that he was enjoying Hendry’s performance. Bronson Reed who has been out of action since Survivor Series last year also expressed his thoughts on the match.

Wrestling World Reacts To Jey Uso Winning Royal Rumble

The win of Jey Uso came as a huge surprise for people who were hoping for other big names to pick up the victory this year and the match’s ending is garnering mixed reactions from fans online.

Though the whole wrestling world recognizes Uso’s hard work over the past few years as well. There have been many like Bully Ray, Zelina Vega and Ricochet who have congratulated the former IC Champion on his big win since the show.

The one wrestling personality who doesn’t seem to be thrilled with the idea is the World Champion Gunther, who previously defeated Uso on multiple occasion:

The WWE Royal Rumble 2025, held on February 1 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, in front of a crowd of over 70,000 fans.  The event featured action-packed matches, surprise returns, and set the stage for WrestleMania 41.

Men’s Royal Rumble Match:

Jey Uso emerged victorious in the men’s Royal Rumble, securing his spot in the main event of WrestleMania 41. Entering at number 20, Uso showcased resilience and strategy, ultimately eliminating John Cena to claim the win. 

Women’s Royal Rumble Match:

Charlotte Flair made a triumphant return, winning the women’s Royal Rumble after a period of absence due to injury. Entering at number 27, Flair displayed her dominance by last eliminating Roxanne Perez, becoming the first two-time winner of the Women’s Royal Rumble. 

Notable Returns and Surprises:

AJ Styles: Returned to the men’s Royal Rumble at number 21 after recovering from injury, adding star power to the match. 

Alexa Bliss: Made a comeback in the women’s Royal Rumble at number 21 after a two-year hiatus, receiving a warm reception from the audience. 

Trish Stratus: The WWE Hall of Famer entered the women’s match at number 25, delivering a nostalgic moment for fans. 

Joe Hendry: The TNA World Heavyweight Champion made a surprise appearance in the men’s Rumble at number 15, marking a rare cross-promotional moment. 

Records and Highlights:

Roxanne Perez: The NXT standout delivered an impressive performance, potentially setting a new record for the longest time in the women’s Rumble before being eliminated by Charlotte Flair. 

IShowSpeed: The popular YouTuber was unexpectedly thrust into the men’s Rumble, providing a memorable and entertaining moment for the audience. 

Other Notable Matches:

Undisputed WWE Championship Ladder Match: Cody Rhodes successfully defended his title against Kevin Owens in a brutal ladder match, further solidifying his championship reign. 

WWE Tag Team Championship: #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) retained their titles against The Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin) in a two out of three falls match, showcasing exceptional tag team wrestling. 

With these outcomes, Jey Uso and Charlotte Flair are set to headline WrestleMania 41, scheduled for April 19 and 20, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.