On Saturday, February 1, 2025, Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, will host the WWE Royal Rumble 2025. This is the first Royal Rumble to take place in February and the 38th annual event. Notably, as the WWE Network switched to the streaming service in January 2025, it will also be the first WWE pay-per-view event to be shown on Netflix in the majority of non-US markets.
A number of well-known wrestlers have announced their intention to compete in the Men’s Royal Rumble match as of January 14, 2025:
- John Cena: At the Raw Netflix debut on January 6, he made his entrance known. 16-time world champion Cena hopes to win the Royal Rumble for the third time, which might lead to a championship fight at WrestleMania 41.
- CM Punk: On January 6, during the Raw Netflix launch post-show, CM Punk announced his participation. Renowned for his “Best in the World” image, Punk is making a comeback to the Royal Rumble with the goal of taking center stage at WrestleMania.
- Roman Reigns: Paul Heyman, Roman Reigns’ special lawyer, made the announcement on SmackDown on January 10. The “Tribal Chief,” Reigns, wants to win the Rumble and the main event at WrestleMania 41 in order to regain his title.
- Seth “Freakin” Rollins: During Raw on January 13, Seth “Freakin” Rollins made a declaration. The multiple-time world champion and former Royal Rumble victor Rollins is keen to take center stage once more.
- Drew McIntyre: During Raw on January 13, he also revealed his entry. The Scottish Warrior is committed to qualifying for another WrestleMania main event and replicating his 2020 Royal Rumble triumph.
- LA Knight: SmackDown announced his participation on January 3. Knight is expected to have a big effect in his Royal Rumble debut because of his captivating promos and skill in the ring.
- Jey Uso: On January 13, Jey Uso made his entrance known. Uso, an essential member of The Bloodline, is starting a solo career with the goal of being the main attraction at WrestleMania.
In the Women’s Royal Rumble match, the following participant has been confirmed:
- Nia Jax: Declared her entry on January 13 during Raw. Jax, a dominant force in the women’s division, is poised to overpower the competition and secure a championship opportunity at WrestleMania 41.
One of the most important events on the WWE schedule is the Royal Rumble match, where the winners have the opportunity to compete for the world title at WrestleMania 41. Fans look forward to unexpected arrivals, comebacks, and the high-stakes action that the Royal Rumble is known for as the event draws near.
As additional participants are revealed and plotlines are developed in the run-up to this historic event, stay tuned for further developments.