Whilst the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble was an incredible event, Jey Uso’s unexpected triumph in the 30-man over-the-top rope match was the main storyline of the evening. Jey defeated 29 other superstars to earn a spot in the main event of WrestleMania 41, thereby reviving the “YEET” movement on SmackDown.
Jey Uso’s Path to Success
Some of the biggest names in WWE, including Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, Gunther, and the return of John Cena, were in the match. But Jey Uso stole the show, demonstrating once more his superiority as a singles contender.
By tactically navigating the unrest, evading eliminations, forging short-term alliances, and taking advantage of his opportunity when it mattered most, Uso entered the battle late in the game.
An exciting matchup resulted from the final four superstars in the Rumble being John Cena, Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and Jey Uso. Rhodes finally got rid of Gunther, who had a strong run similar to his earlier record-breaking Rumble performance.
Jey Uso, however, used Cody’s distraction to his advantage and defeated “The American Nightmare” to win the match in a surprise change of events.
A New Chapter for Jey Uso
Jey’s victory marks a significant milestone in his singles career. Since breaking away from The Bloodline and coming to Raw in late 2023, he has carved himself his own path. However, with this Rumble win, Jey has now earned the opportunity to contend for a championship at WrestleMania.
What did he do first after winning? Declaring his determination to challenge Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship by YEETING his way back to SmackDown. This prepares the audience for a high-stakes, emotionally charged matchup between “The Tribal Chief” and the former “Right-Hand Man” at WrestleMania 41.
What’s Next for Jey Uso?
With his Rumble victory, Jey Uso is now in the driver’s seat heading into WrestleMania. While a showdown with Roman Reigns seems inevitable, questions remain:
- Will The Bloodline attempt to interfere in Jey’s road to WrestleMania?
- Will Solo Sikoa or Jimmy Uso stand in his way?
- Can Jey Uso finally dethrone Roman Reigns, completing his journey from The Bloodline’s enforcer to WWE’s top champion?
With his victory in the 2025 Royal Rumble, Jey Uso has undoubtedly created history, and the path to WrestleMania has never been more thrilling.