Royal Rumble
Here is the live coverage for the 2024 Royal Rumble Pay-Per-View event which is all set to take place on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida. ##
It will be available to livestream on Peacock in the United States and the WWE Network in most international markets. The event starts at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET. in the United States. ##
The event features 4 matches on the card, with Men's and Women's Royal Rumble matches being the center of the event. The winners of both matches will get a title shot of his choice at WrestleMania 40. Plush, Roman Reigns defends the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship against Randy Orton, AJ Styles, and LA Knight. ##
Logan Paul and Kevin Owens collide in a singles match for the WWE United States Championship. ##
WWE Royal Rumble 2024 Live Coverage ##
WWE Women's Royal Rumble Match ##
Natalya drew the coveted #1 spot.##
At #2, the returning Naomi received a thunderous reaction. Earlier in the day, we had reported Naomi's imminent return in the Elite section, and the crowd's "Welcome back" chants echoed their excitement.##
Natalya and Naomi engaged in a respectful handshake before circling each other. Nattie initiated with a shoulder block, attempting to toss Naomi over, but instead, she slammed her. Naomi responded with a well-executed rana, followed by a mule kick countered by Nattie's precise dropkick.##
Enter the third contender, Bayley, greeted by a massive chant. She wasted no time going after Naomi and Natalya. Naomi managed to kick Bayley, delivering the Rear View, while Natalya hit them both with a resounding dropkick. The ring was filled with chaos.##
Candice LaRae entered as the fourth participant, targeting Bayley right away. LaRae pulled off a Codebreaker on Bayley, simultaneously crashing down on Natalya. Naomi faced a boot to the face from LaRae, but Bayley seized control, launching an assault on LaRae.##
The TNA Knockouts Champion, Jordynne Grace, entered at #5, garnering immense praise from the announcers. Grace clashed with Naomi, executing the Grace Driver on her before turning attention to Natalya. A TNA chant reverberated through the arena.##
Indi Hartwell made her entrance at #6, immediately targeting Bayley and delivering a clothesline to Grace. Hartwell and LaRae joined forces against Bayley as chaos continued to unfold.##
At #7, Asuka made her presence felt, creating tension with Bayley. Despite their differences, they worked together briefly to eliminate Hartwell. Asuka and Bayley struggled to keep their alliance intact, leading to Indie's elimination.##
Ivy Nile, making her Rumble debut, entered at #8, displaying remarkable power and control in the ring. The chaos ensued.##
#9, Katana Chance, showcased dazzling offense, sparking a power struggle between Nile and Grace. Tensions escalated as they battled back and forth, with Bayley intervening and stomping them.##
Bianca Belair, at #10, faced a double onslaught from Bayley and Asuka but turned the tables with a double Blockbuster. She tossed them over, but they managed to return under the ropes. Bianca then delivered a spectacular suplex and a handspring splash across three competitors.##
Kairi Sane entered at #11, and The Kabukin Warriors dominated the ring, double-teaming Grace before focusing on Belair. LaRae sacrificed herself to eliminate both Sane and Bayley, creating issues between Bayley and the Kabuki Warriors.##
Tegan Nox, at #12, entered with a discus clothesline that took out Grace. Nox embraced Natalya but was promptly tossed by Bayley, who mockingly taunted her.##
Unlucky #13, Kayden Carter, entered, engaging in a fierce battle with The Kabuki Warriors. Asuka went over the top, attempting to hold on but eventually succumbing. Bayley questioned their supposed plan.##
Chelsea Green, at #14, faced repeated attempts by Belair to eliminate her. Grace and Belair had an intense battle, with Grace ultimately bouncing off the apron after a KOD from Belair.##
Piper Niven, entering at #15 with Awesome Kong-inspired gear, caught Green on the steps after being tossed. Niven showcased her power, attacking Chance and Carter with a splash. She slammed Naomi and executed an Avalanche in the corner.##
Xia Li entered at #16, and the chaotic action continued.##
Zelina Vega, at #17, showcased gear inspired by the anime Evangelion. She delivered a Meteora on Green and demonstrated strength with impactful offensive maneuvers, engaging in a back-and-forth battle with Piper.##
Maxxin Dupri, at #18, teased an attack from Niven, who dropped down. Zelina capitalized on the distraction, nailing a Code Red with an assist from Bianca. They double-teamed Niven, with Bayley battling Maxine. Kayden Carter was eliminated.##
Nia Jax, at #19, entered with dominance, grabbing Vega in mid-air and eliminating Xia Li, Nile, and Green. Despite attempts at a double-team, Nia overpowered Green and Niven. She showcased her dominance, taking everyone down.##
Shotzi, at #20, led the charge against Nia, setting up for a swanton. Dupri attempted a questionable reverse worm into an elbow, drawing boos from the crowd. Nia fended off everyone, presenting herself like Andre the Giant. Bayley eliminated Dupri, Nia tossed Niven, and she pressed and tossed Chance onto Niven and Green.##
Becky Lynch made a triumphant return at #21, receiving an ecstatic reaction. She immediately squared off with Nia, with Becky being tossed over but saving herself. She executed a shotgun missile dropkick on Nia, followed by inverted DDTs on Shotzi and Zelina. Becky strategically worked over Bayley and tricked Nia into eliminating herself in the corner.##
Alba Fyre, at #22, entered, and everyone continued to battle. Naomi drove Bayley into the buckles.##
Shayna Baszler, at #23, joined the fray, intensifying the ongoing melee.##
Valhalla, entering at #24, faced a distraction when R-Truth's music hit, leading to a comedic moment where Truth, confused by the all-women lineup, was swiftly tossed out. Valhalla, distracted, was subsequently eliminated.##
Mia Yim, at #25, entered and nailed a springboard DDT on Fyre. Jax laid her out.##
Zoe Stark, at #26, delivered a missile dropkick on Mia and clotheslined Naomi. Zelina and Baszler engaged in a fierce battle. Zoe kicked Zelina, powerbombing her off the apron into Fyre, showcasing Vega's impressive performance.##
Roxxane Perez, entering at #27 from NXT, displayed incredible energy. Jax eliminated Shayna and Mia, powerbombing Shotzi over the top onto everyone.##
Jade Cargill, making her debut at #28, faced off against Nia Jax. Their confrontation drew an electric reaction from the Florida crowd. Cargill showcased her star power, drilling Jax with rights, evading her moves, and ultimately slamming her before eliminating Nia.##
Becky Lynch, shocked and amused, faced off against Jade. Bayley attacked, preventing a showdown between Bianca and Jade. Naomi nailed a dropkick on Cargill, attempting a move but getting tossed, inadvertently eliminating Lynch in the process.##
Down to three, Bayley, Tiffany Stratton, and Bianca Belair battled fiercely. Stratton tried to eliminate Bianca by her hair, but Bayley intervened, eliminating them both.##
The final entrant, Liv Morgan, returned at #30. The remaining participants included Bayley, Stratton, Belair, and Morgan.##
Naomi surpassed 60 minutes in the ring.##
The three remaining women fought intensely. Bianca and Jade faced off, with Bayley disrupting the potential clash. Naomi executed a dropkick on Cargill, attempting a move but getting eliminated, inadvertently taking Lynch out.##
In the end, it came down to Bayley, Stratton, Belair, and Morgan.##
Stratton attempted to pull Bianca off the apron by her hair, but Bayley interfered. Liv and Bayley eliminated Stratton.##
The final showdown unfolded. Liv tried to toss Bayley, but Cargill grabbed her. Liv hit Cargill with a knee, and the three engaged in a slugfest. Liv went for a move off the ropes but was caught. Bayley attacked, but Liv held on. Cargill was pulled over the top, and all three battled on the apron. Liv hit Oblivion, eliminating Jade. Bayley knocked Liv to the floor. ##
WINNER: Bayley ##
Undisputed WWE Universal Championship Match: Roman Reigns(c) vs. LA Knight vs. Randy Orton vs. AJ Styles ##
The air crackled with electricity as all four Superstars went on the offensive, raining down blows on the reigning champion, Roman Reigns. AJ Styles and LA Knight engaged in a fierce technical exchange inside the ring, while Randy Orton ruthlessly targeted Reigns on the unforgiving floor. ##
Suddenly, the tide turned. Reigns, with his signature power and resilience, seized control, dominating the squared circle. He lined up Knight for the earth-shattering Superman Punch, but the cunning challenger ducked and unleashed a barrage of stinging right hands, sending the crowd into a frenzy of cheers. Knight capitalized with a picture-perfect DDT, but Orton, ever the opportunist, charged in. Knight countered with a thunderous slam, narrowly missing the three-count. ##
Styles, perched atop the turnbuckle like a predatory bird, was yanked down by a well-timed right hand from Reigns. Knight, fueled by the momentum, connected with a massive superplex, sending Styles crashing back to the mat. The Phenomenal One, however, refused to stay down. He unleashed a flurry of kicks and strikes, culminating in a devastating clothesline that sent Orton reeling. ##
Reigns, sensing an opening, lunged forward with a clothesline of his own, but Styles ducked with lightning-fast reflexes and countered with a picture-perfect Pele Kick. He followed up with the Styles Clash, his signature finishing maneuver, but Knight, with remarkable opportunism, broke up the pin at the last second. ##
The action reached a fever pitch. Orton, displaying his trademark ruthlessness, hung Knight over the ropes and spiked him with a vicious DDT. Styles, eyes blazing with determination, charged towards Orton, aiming for the earth-shattering Phenomenal Forearm, but The Viper, ever the opportunist, countered with a perfectly timed RKO, leaving Styles unconscious on the canvas. ##
Just as Orton prepared to capitalize on the fallen Styles and claim the championship, Solo Sikoa, Reigns' imposing cousin, materialized at ringside. With a swift maneuver, he yanked the referee out of the ring, preventing Orton from securing the pinfall. In the ensuing chaos, Sikoa delivered his devastating Samoan Spike to Knight, effectively taking him out of the equation. ##
Reigns, sensing his advantage, attempted to pin both Styles and Knight simultaneously, but Styles, with a flicker of movement, evaded the attack. Sikoa, propelled by momentum, charged towards Styles on the outside, but the Phenomenal One sidestepped, sending Sikoa crashing through the barricade. ##
Styles flew off the ropes, soaking everyone nearby, but only managed a two-count. He grabbed a chair and laid into Roman with it! Knight got nailed too, and Styles charged at Orton, but Orton stopped him cold with a right hand. Knight then slammed Reigns and followed up with an elbow. He went for another move, but got shoved into the ropes, taking out Styles who was perched on them. Reigns capitalized with a spear on Styles and snatched the victory! ##
WINNER: Roman Reigns ##
Singles match for the WWE United States Championship: Logan Paul (c) vs. Kevin Owens##
Owens started strong, pummeling Paul and launching him into the barricades before dragging him back into the ring. He dominated Paul, setting up for his signature Cannonball, but Paul wisely dodged out to the floor. Owens chased after him, landing a hefty right and a brutal back senton splash on the hard ringside. Owens then went on a chopping spree, leaving Paul howling in pain. Just when it seemed like Owens was in complete control, Logan finally connected with his injured hand and surprised Owens with a pescado to the floor. ##
The tide turned outside the ring. Paul ruthlessly slammed Owens' hand into the unforgiving ring post repeatedly, then cinched in an armbar to further torture Owens' injured wrist. Owens fought back with grit, headbutting his way towards a comeback. Suddenly, Logan surprised everyone with a textbook Octopus hold! He twisted and contorted Owens, even calling for his signature 619 finisher, but Owens managed to cut him off just in time. Owens tried to regain control with another back senton splash, but Paul cleverly countered with his knees up. Owens responded with a punishing neckbreaker over the knee, but the move left him too exhausted to capitalize with a pin. ##
Owens landed two massive Cannonballs and a frog splash, but his injured arm screamed in protest with each hit. The fight raged on, both men trading blows. Owens got caught with a nasty throat scrape across the top rope, leaving him gasping. Logan followed up with a brutal buckshot lariat, then crashed down from the top rope with a huge splash, only to get a two-count. Sensing victory, Logan hoisted Owens onto the top turnbuckle, lining up for a devastating superplex. But Owens, fueled by desperation, cleverly reversed it into a gut-wrenching brainbuster, narrowly missing the pin again. ##
Logan's nose was pouring red, painting his face like a gruesome war mask. He landed a haymaker of a right on Owens, but the kick-out sent a shiver down his spine. Suddenly, chaos erupted at ringside as someone from Logan's crew jumped the barricade, only to be promptly ejected by security. Distracted, Logan stumbled on the top rope, his planned move fizzling into a comical pratfall.##
Seeing their opportunity, Grayson Waller and Austin Theory materialized like opportunistic vultures at ringside. In the blink of an eye, a glint of gold flashed as Logan was handed brass knuckles – a blatant disregard for the rules. Fueled by desperation, Owens capitalized on the distraction, rolling Logan up for a close two-count. ##
Owens, sensing Logan's illegal advantage, lunged for the brass knuckles, his eyes burning with righteous fury. He snatched them away and, without hesitation, unloaded a thunderous strike on Logan's jaw. The referee, who had finally caught wind of the shenanigans, saw the whole thing. The decision was swift and decisive – Owens, despite his valiant effort, was disqualified. ##
WINNER: Logan Paul via DQ. ##
After the match, Owens launched a sudden attack, powerbombing him through a table. Logan was visibly hurting, nursing his shoulder following the impactful move. ##
Men’s Royal Rumble match ##
The 2024 Royal Rumble kicked off with a bang, electrifying the crowd as Jey Uso entered the ring as the first competitor. The cheers were deafening, a testament to his undeniable fan favorite status. Jimmy Uso followed at #2, and the brothers immediately faced off, their expressions a captivating mix of love, rivalry, and determination. Right hands flew, trading blows in a display of fraternal fury.##
Grayson Waller, ever the showman, sauntered down to the ring at #3, microphone in hand. He declared his grand plan to host a mid-Rumble edition of "The Grayson Waller Effect," his signature talk show segment. However, his ego trip was short-lived. Before he could even step through the ropes, he got unceremoniously booted off the apron by a well-placed kick. Chaos erupted as Jey, momentarily distracted by his brotherly battle, nearly tossed Jimmy out. That's when Waller saw his opportunity. He lunged at Jimmy, whispering a proposition of alliance before disappearing into the crowd.##
The surprises kept coming at #4, as the ever-popular Andrade el Idolo made his grand return to the Rumble! Rumors had been swirling for weeks, and the fans erupted in jubilation as the charismatic luchador strutted into the ring. Waller, still smarting from his ejection, attempted to engage Andrade, but his advances were met with a thunderous spinning elbow. Andrade then proceeded to showcase his signature "Three Amigos" suplex sequence, only to be thwarted by Waller's impressive resilience.##
The action intensified with the arrival of Carmelo Hayes at #5, marking his electrifying Royal Rumble debut. The young upstart wasted no time impressing the audience with his athleticism and agility. He quickly joined forces with Jey Uso, double-teaming Andrade in a display of opportunistic strategy. Their alliance proved effective, as Hayes capitalized on the chaos to eliminate Waller with a well-timed clothesline over the top rope.##
Shinsuke Nakamura's entrance at #6 sent the crowd into a frenzy. The Japanese superstar's iconic theme song filled the arena, and the fans sang along with gusto. Nakamura, ever the stoic warrior, locked horns with Carmelo Hayes in a captivating clash of styles.##
The ever-opportunistic Santos Escobar entered the fray at #7, his eyes immediately fixed on his former ally, Andrade. However, Escobar's attempt at a reunion was met with a cold shoulder. Undeterred, he shifted his focus to eliminating Andrade, but his plan backfired as he almost got tossed over the top rope himself.##
The Rumble took a dark turn with the arrival of Karrion Kross and his ever-present companion, Scarlett, at #8. Kross, a force of nature, immediately targeted Jey Uso, laying him flat with a brutal suplex. Jimmy, seeing his brother down, charged into the fray, only to be met with Kross's relentless onslaught. Nakamura, caught in the crossfire, also suffered the wrath of Kross's monstrous right hands.##
Dominik Mysterio, Rey Mysterio's son, entered the ring at #9, but his youthful exuberance was quickly met with Kross's brutal suplexes and thunderous right hands. The scene was one of stark contrast: the young Mysterio struggling against the seemingly unstoppable Kross. ##
Finally, at #10, Carlito, the "Coolest Hand in the Game," swaggered into the ring, apple in hand. He immediately took out Dominik Mysterio and pulled out his signature fruit, much to the amusement of the crowd. Santos Escobar, still smarting from his earlier encounter, attempted to eliminate Carlito, but the wily veteran used his agility and the ring ropes to stay alive. In a hilarious twist, Carlito even managed to spit the apple in Escobar's eye. ##
The Royal Rumble continued to sizzle as Bobby Lashley entered at #11, bringing his signature power and intensity to the ring. He immediately speared Shinsuke Nakamura, sending the former Intercontinental Champion crashing to the canvas. Andrade el Idolo wasn't spared either, succumbing to a thunderous chokeslam from Lashley. Even Dominik Mysterio, cowering in the corner, couldn't escape the wrath of "The All Mighty." Lashley's spear caught the young Mysterio despite his desperate pleas.##
The stage was then set for a showdown between Lashley and the monstrous Karrion Kross. The two titans locked eyes, the tension crackling in the air. Just as it seemed their clash was imminent, chaos erupted. Carlito, attempting to stay alive on the apron, was unceremoniously knocked off by Lashley. In a display of raw power, Lashley then hoisted Kross over his shoulder and sent him flying over the top rope, eliminating the dominant competitor!##
However, the celebration was short-lived. The Authors of Pain, accompanied by their manager Paul Ellering, stormed down to the ringside, protesting Kross's elimination. While officials argued with them, Kross capitalized on the distraction, pulling Lashley off the apron and eliminating him in a controversial move. Fueled by anger, Lashley retaliated, launching into a brawl with Kross. The Authors of Pain joined the fray, and soon, The Street Profits entered the chaos, adding another layer of mayhem to the already unpredictable Rumble.##
The action intensified with the arrival of Ludwig Kaiser at #12, followed by Austin Theory at #13. The ring became a whirlwind of bodies as everyone battled for survival. At #14, Finn Balor, the former Universal Champion, made a dramatic entrance, instantly making his presence felt by eliminating Carmelo Hayes with a swift toss. Balor and Dominik Mysterio, seemingly forming an unlikely alliance, began double-teaming their opponents, adding a twist to the ongoing melee.##
The crowd erupted once again at #15 with the entrance of Cody Rhodes. The beloved veteran immediately targeted Austin Theory, sending him packing with a powerful toss. However, the respite was brief as Finn Balor and Dominik Mysterio turned their attention to Rhodes, double-teaming him in an attempt to eliminate the fan favorite.##
The tide turned again at #16 with the arrival of Bronson Reed, a powerhouse of a competitor. He cleared the ring with his incredible strength, even hitting a double Samoan Drop on Dominik Mysterio and Finn Balor! Andrade el Idolo, unfortunately, wasn't so lucky and was eliminated during the chaos. Meanwhile, Cody Rhodes and Shinsuke Nakamura, former rivals, found themselves locked in a heated brawl in the corner.##
The high-flying Kofi Kingston entered at #17, his signature agility allowing him to take out Ludwig Kaiser with a well-placed kick. However, at #18, the reigning WWE Intercontinental Champion GUNTHER arrived, and the atmosphere in the ring shifted dramatically. The Austrian powerhouse unleashed a barrage of brutal chops, decimating everyone in his path. He engaged in a fierce battle with Bronson Reed, their clash of titans a spectacle of strength and power. GUNTHER then locked horns with Cody Rhodes, their intense staredown promising an epic showdown to come. The dominance of GUNTHER continued as he eliminated Kofi Kingston with a thunderous chop, sending the former WWE Champion flying over the top rope.##
Finally, at #19, Ivar of The Viking Raiders entered the fray, his wild energy and impressive throws injecting another layer of unpredictability into the Rumble. He took out several superstars, including Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso, showcasing his impressive aerial skills and raw power. ##
Entering at number 20 was Bron Breakker from NXT, Bron unleashed a flurry of intense clotheslines on everyone in the bout. He delivered a powerful clothesline that eliminated Jimmy Uso and tossed Finn Balor. Demonstrating his strength, he lifted GUNTHER over his head, but GUNTHER managed to escape and was subsequently speared by Bron. ##
Coming in at number 21 was Omos, who effortlessly tossed Bronson and then witnessed Bronson doing the same to Ivar.##
At number 22, Pat McAfee entered the ring, seemingly unaware of his participation, but after encouragement from Cole and Graves, he found himself facing Bron and Omos. Surprisingly, McAfee chose to eliminate himself.##
Bron skillfully avoided Omos's charge, causing Omos to get caught on the ropes. Taking advantage, Bron knocked him out, only to be pushed over by Dom.##
Number 23, JD McDonough, entered with Bron spearheading him during his entrance, clearly frustrated by his elimination.##
Cody and GUNTHER engaged in a fierce battle.##
R-Truth appeared at number 24, tossing JD in, who was promptly clotheslined over the top. Truth then waited on the apron to be tagged in by Dom, who eventually did so. Truth took charge, cleaning house on GUNTHER.##
Miz entered at number 25, executing a floatover DDT on GUNTHER. Dom followed up with a 619 on Miz.##
Damian Priest joined the fray at number 26. ##
He drilled R-Truth, tossing him out, and then glared down at him with anger. Next, he attacked Miz, relentlessly swinging down on him. Attempting a splash on Cody, he missed, leading to a fierce battle between them.##
CM Punk made his entrance at number 27, swiftly cleaning house. Dom tried to toss him, but Punk reversed the move, resulting in Dom's elimination. Priest then attacked Punk from behind, leaving him laid out.##
Ricochet entered at number 28, showcasing some impactful moves but ultimately falling victim to a clothesline from Damian. Miz was knocked off the ropes, bouncing off the apron and hitting the floor.##
Number 29, Drew McIntyre, joined the fray, engaging in a battle with everyone. He delivered a punishing kick to GUNTHER and executed a powerful suplex on Ricochet. Jey was tossed out during the chaos.##
Sami Zayn, entering at number 30, brought an energetic presence to the ring, creating a chaotic scene with everyone involved.##
In the midst of the action, Drew McIntyre tossed Ricochet over the top rope. We are down to the final six participants, engaging in a fierce battle that saw each of them delivering impactful moves.##
Sami Zayn tossed Damian Priest, and Drew McIntyre followed suit by eliminating Sami.##
With four men remaining, Cody executed the Cody Cutter on GUNTHER, who retaliated with a powerful clothesline. Meanwhile, Drew and Punk engaged in a heated battle in the corner. Drew and GUNTHER briefly faced off before refocusing their efforts on the others. Drew delivered a harsh chop to Punk, and a confrontation ensued. Cody and Punk seized the opportunity, attacking their rivals. Punk managed to avoid Drew's Claymore Kick and attempted the GTS, but Drew escaped. Drew countered with the Glasgow Kiss and proceeded to nail the Claymore Kick on Cody. Another Claymore Kick was delivered to Punk.##
Drew took a moment to taunt Punk, but Punk retaliated by tossing Drew over the top rope.##
With three men left, GUNTHER dropkicked Punk and slammed him. However, Cody intervened, pulling GUNTHER over the ropes and eliminating him from the match.##
The final showdown was set between Punk and Cody, with Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins shown watching from their respective suites. ##
Punk and Cody went back and forth, trading hard hits. Punk threw a bunch of punches, but Cody turned the tables with a sudden low powerslam. Cody tried for the Cody Cutter, but Punk countered and hit a bunch of suplexes. Punk followed up with a knee strike and a bulldog on Cody. Punk then signaled for the GTS, but Cody slipped away and hit a CrossRhodes. Cody kept it up with some strong punches and a Bionic Elbow. ##
Punk tossed Cody out of the ring, but Cody managed to crawl back under. Despite Punk pointing at the WrestleMania sign, Cody surprised him with another CrossRhodes, getting the crowd chanting for him. Punk fought back with a GTS after Cody was pulled up. Cody tried a Crucifix to bring Punk over, but it didn't work. Punk then nailed a Pedigree and talked about not waiting a decade to lose to Dusty's kid. Getting ready for another GTS, Punk got blocked by Cody, who then tossed Punk out of the ring. ##
WINNER: Cody Rhodes won by last eliminating CM Punk ##
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