WWE Royal Rumble 2025 as it happened: Jey Uso and Charlotte Flair secure huge wins amid IShowSpeed appearance
The road to WrestleMania has officially begun tonight with WWE Royal Rumble in the books. The first Premium Live Event of 2025 was headlined by some of the biggest names in the company with Jey Uso outlasting 29 superstars, including eliminating John Cena last, to win the Men’s Royal Rumble match.
Where this leaves Cena - on his farewell tour after announcing his plan to retire at the end of the year - remains to be seen, but the same can be said for Roman Reigns and CM Punk after they came up short. A returning Charlotte Flair came up trumps in the Women’s Royal Rumble which means she and Jey Uso have earned themselves a Championship opportunity at WrestleMania in April.
Speaking of Championships, two title matches were on an intriguing undercard, with Cody Rhodes successfully defending the Undisputed WWE Championship in a ladder match against arch rival Kevin Owens, whilst DIY needed assistance from the Street Profits to retain the WWE Tag Team Championship in a 2-out-of-3 Falls Match against the Motor City Machine Guns on a spectacular night at the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
WWE Royal Rumble latest news
Jey Uso wins Men's Royal Rumble match
Cody Rhodes def. Kevin Owens
DIY def. Motor City Machine Guns
Charlotte Flair wins Women's Royal Rumble match
Jey Uso and Charlotte Flair win big at WWE Royal Rumble 2025
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Jey Uso pulled off one of the biggest upsets in WWE history by outlasting 29 other superstars to win the Men’s Royal Rumble match.
A match stacked full of elite level talent including Roman Reigns, CM Punk, Seth “Freakin” Rollins, Jacob Fatu, a returning AJ Styles, Drew McIntyre and so many more, it was Uso who got the win by last eliminating John Cena on what was his final Royal Rumble appearance as an active WWE superstar.
In the Women’s Royal Rumble match, a returning Charlotte Flair emerged victorious as she last eliminated Roxanne Perez to become a two-time winner. Entering at number 27, it was ‘The Queen’s first appearance on WWE television in a year following a serious knee injury.
WWE Royal Rumble
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And that’s it from the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Royal Rumble 2025 is in the books.
We will have reaction up shortly, thanks for joining us!
Men’s Royal Rumble match
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What a scene! Everyone is ‘Yeet-ing’ with the Men’s Royal Rumble match winner!
JEY USO just won the 2025 Men's #RoyalRumble Match! pic.twitter.com/xAy0S6ArHn
— WWE (@WWE) February 2, 2025
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Huge show of respect from John Cena as he congratulates Jey Uso.
After a replay, Jey Uso points to the Wrestlemania sign! He gets a championship opportunity at the grandest stage of them all.
YEET!!!#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/VIU3nG4jcz
— WWE (@WWE) February 2, 2025
Men’s Royal Rumble match
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Cena thinks he’s won but Jey hung on. Both are on the apron now, one wrong move will be so costly as they trade blows whilst teetering on the apron.
Big superkick from Jey but Cena hangs on and gets Jey up for the AA.
Jey slips out and eliminates John Cena to win the Royal Rumble.
WINNER: JEY USO
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Jey tries to eliminate Cena, hits a spear on the veteran. Jey has the upper hand but he can’t get to his feet quick enough.
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Vintage John Cena as he does the ‘You can’t see me’ followed by the five knuckle shuffle. Gets Jey up for the AA but Jey wriggles out.
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“Let’s go Cena, Cena sucks”. Just like old times!
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Speechless!
This is MADNESS!!! 😲#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/mkZw03YtUW
— WWE (@WWE) February 2, 2025
Men’s Royal Rumble match
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Cena eliminates Logan Paul!
We are down to John Cena and Jey Uso!
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Seth has lost it! Takes out Punk before hitting another stomp on Reigns, this time on the steel steps.
In the meantime, we are down to the final three: Jey Uso, John Cena and Logan Paul.
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It breaks down between the former Shield brothers. Reigns dodges a stomp, Seth sidesteps a superman punch, two superkicks from Seth, goes for a third before CM Punk eliminates both men!
WOWWWW.
Logan Paul eliminates CM Punk!
Then Seth stomps Reigns on the outside.
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Everyone is down except Roman Reigns and Seth “Freakin” Rollins. So much history here! First time they have shared a ring since last year’s Wrestlemania.
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Final six: Roman Reigns, Jey Uso, Logan Paul, John Cena, Seth “Freakin” Rollins and CM Punk.
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The night is over for Knight as he is thrown over by AJ.
Logan then eliminates Styles, brilliant strategy but the crowd do not like it one bit!
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Knight trying to eliminate Logan Paul who leaps from the ring to the announce table! His feet did NOT touch the ground so he is still in this match.
Priest is eliminated by Knight, however.
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Double clothesline from Logan Paul to AJ and Jey.
Drew is out! Thanks to Priest!
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Big elbow drop from LA Knight to John Cena before a ‘Yeet’ and ‘Yeah’ trade off between Knight and Jey Uso which the former wins.
Sami Zayn helps Roman Reigns to his feet.
Zayn eliminated by Jey Uso! That looked accidental but Drew enjoyed it.
Number 30 is Logan Paul.
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Priest pays homage to The Undertaker by going ‘Old School’ then hits Dom with the South of Heaven before eliminating his old buddy.
Number 29 is LA Knight...YEAH!
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WHAT. A. MOMENT.
STAR. STUDDED.#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/BykGbjuzE3
— WWE (@WWE) February 2, 2025
Men’s Royal Rumble match
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Jey Uso hits AJ with a superkick.
Number 28 is Damian Priest. Very good time to be entering the match.
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Sami Zayn goes after Rollins and CM Punk. Will he go after his fellow Bloodline members in Jey Uso and Roman Reigns?
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Here comes number 27 and it’s Sami Zayn.
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Dom hits a frog splash on Cena before attempting to hit the three amigos on Roman Reigns only to eat a samoan drop.
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Number 26 is Dominik Mysterio!
A future legend among legends.
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The ring is full of top players!
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HOLY....
Seth “Freakin” Rollins is next out!!
What a treat!
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Two quick eliminations for John Cena as he gets rid of Strowman and Balor.
A Roman Reigns and Cena stare-down is interrupted by CM Punk at number 24!
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JOHN CENA IS ENTRANT NUMBER 23
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Braun and Fatu collide. Braun hits a crossbody before eliminating Fatu!
That’s a massive shock and Fatu hasn’t taken it well, destroying the announce table area.
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No sign of ring rust from AJ Styles as he gets right to work. Attacking Drew, Jey and Roman.
He meets Jacob Fatu now but doesn’t back down as he gets in the first strike. However, he eats a backdrop as Fatu isn’t human!
Number 22 is Braun Strowman and he will be targeting Jacob Fatu!
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Shinsuke Nakamura is eliminated by Jey Uso.
Entrant 21 is A.J STYLES
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Penta hits a Mexican destroyer to Jacob Fatu off Finn Balor’s back but ends up getting an eliminator.
Entrant number 20 is Jey Uso!!
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Penta and Roman Reigns work together as Shinsuke Nakamura enters at number 19.
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Finn goes after Roman Reigns too.
The Tribal Chief doesn’t have many friends does he?
— WWE (@WWE) February 2, 2025
Men’s Royal Rumble match
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Drew storms to the ring, gets in Roman’s face and tees off. They trade blows before Fatu attacks Reigns from behind.
Alliance between Drew and Fatu perhaps? Yes, that is the case as they attack Reigns.
Entrant number 18 is Finn Balor!
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Jimmy Uso attempts to help Roman Reigns but Jacob Fatu intercepts and eliminates Jimmy.
Now an intense standoff between Roman and Jacob as they trade blows in the middle of the ring.
Fatu gets the upper hand before Roman hits a high spear!
Entrant number 17 is Drew McIntyre! Oh this getting good!
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Breakker with a spear to Roman Reigns!
However, Reigns recovers to eliminate Bron!
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Roman Reigns with spears to Miz, Sheamus and Hendry followed by three eliminations!
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Joe Hendry is taken out by Jacob Fatu after beating up the Miz.
Sheamus isn’t happy with Fatu as he was enjoying Hendry’s performance
Number 16 is the Original Tribal Chief Roman Reigns!
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15 is Joe Hendry! The TNA World Champion is here!
Say his name and he appears!
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The Miz taunts Breakker, not sure that is wise, but it nearly pays off with an elimination!
Miz impresses before running into Fatu and eats a Samoan Drop for his troubles.
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Entrant number 14 is The Miz!
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Smart tactics from Kaiser as he’s not getting in the ring yet. Can you blame him after what Jacob Fatu just did?
Oh wait, he finally gets in and is immediately thrown out by Penta.
That was brief!
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Jacob Fatu with a double samoan drop on Penta and Rey.
Fatu then eliminates Rey, Andrade and Gable in quick succession.
Oooh look at this stand off, Jacob and Breakker. That will have to wait though as Jimmy Uso breaks that up.
Kaiser is at 13
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Andrade attacks Gable and Sheamus in the corner, is almost thrown out by Penta as Jimmy Uso attempts to eliminate Breakker.
Entrant number 12 is Jacob Fatu.
Business is about to pick up!
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Andrade enters at number 11. He made his return to WWE at this very event last year.
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Short but sweet...
WE NEVER SAW IT COMING! 😲@ishowspeedsui just entered the Men's #RoyalRumble Match and got DESTROYED by @bronbreakkerwwe! pic.twitter.com/ZeHyYegDiH
— WWE (@WWE) February 2, 2025
Men’s Royal Rumble match
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Sheamus almost eliminated by Penta as he hits Breakker with a brogue kick.
Entrant number 10 is Jimmy Uso!
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Sheamus is number 9!
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IShowSpeed has just eliminated Otis and celebrates with the SIUUU followed by a backflip.
However, Bron Breakker cuts him in half with a spear before being eliminated.
Well, that was fun!
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Breakker with a spear to Escobar before eliminating him.
Entrant number 8 is Akira Tozawa but he is attacked by an irate Hayes who was making his way to the back.
Guess Tozawa won’t be entering the rumble match as he is helped to the back.
Who is going to replace him. IShowSpeed is chosen!
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Explosive impact from Breakker as he eliminates Hayes after a spear!
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Otis is caught mid-worm by Gable but he fights out of the ankle lock. The former friends trade slaps before Gable suplexes Otis.
However, Otis is back on his feet immediately.
Entrant number 7 is Bron Breakker, the Intercontinental champion.
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Good showing from Escobar but he eats a 619 from Rey.
Gable tries to eliminate all four but ends up getting attacked.
Entrant number six is Otis.
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Rey and Penta work together against Chad.
Number four is ‘HIM’ Carmelo Hayes. He wastes no time in flooring Penta before taking the fight to Rey. Smooth springboard DDT to Rey and he convinces Chad to form a temporary alliance.
That doesn’t last long as Hayes attempts to eliminate Gable but eats a suplex for his troubles.
Number five is Santos Escobar.
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Chad Gable is entrant number 3 and he makes a beeline for Penta.
Impressive stuff from Gable as he launches Rey over the top rope but the veteran holds on!
Men’s Royal Rumble match
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The bell rings! We are underway in the Men’s Royal Rumble match.
The crowd are already on their feet as Mysterio and Penta shake hands before going to battle.
Here we go!
Both are close to being eliminated but they survive. As expected, fast-paced action to start.
Penta’s foot touches the floor, but crucially just one foot touched!
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#2 is Penta!
What a way to start this!
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Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio is entrant #1 in the Men’s Royal Rumble match.
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It’s time for the main event!
NEXT
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The Men’s Royal Rumble match is next as we get a quick by the numbers video package.
Sound issues
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Joe Tessitore and Big E are having a chat but it’s difficult to hear what they are saying.
Can make out a John Cena mention which gets a big reaction from the live crowd.
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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This is the moment that opened the door for Cody Rhodes.
The American Nightmare has SNAPPED!#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/c5KrwNK5Z6
— WWE (@WWE) February 2, 2025
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Kevin Owens is an absolute mess ringside as he receives medical attention.
He did bring this on himself, as Michael Cole points out.
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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CODY RETAINS
Owens can’t move, Rhodes slides into the ring and takes down both titles to retain the Undisputed WWE Championship.
WINNER: Cody Rhodes
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Rhodes is targeting Owens’ wound. The champion is fired up!
Low blow out of desperation from Owens, he goes for the package piledriver on the announce table but Rhodes blocks it and delivers an alabama slam through the ladder.
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Kevin Owens is ready to continue, he drags Cody Rhodes attempts a stunner but takes a Cross-Rhodes instead.
Rhodes tries to climb the ladder but Owens grabs his foot.
Rhodes has snapped, Owens is busted open as his head is bounced off the ring post.
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Rhodes is back to his feet to avoid disaster but eats a fisherman’s buster through the ladder!
That looked NASTY!
Referees are checking on both men, Raw and Smackdown general managers are ringside now as is Sami Zayn!
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Rhodes plays defence as he grabs Owens’ foot mid-climb. But the champion is out of energy.
Owens sets up another ladder in a precarious position!
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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OUCH! Owens powerbombs Rhodes through the ladder. The champion’s head bounced off the ladder.
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Owens screams “I’m the champ!” He goes for a package piledriver but Rhodes reverses it into a back body drop through the ladder!
“Holy s***!’ chant the crowd. That looked painful!
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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The little ladder has played a huge role tonight!
It's giving WrestleMania 23 flashbacks!#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/2Eg4cjnecX
— WWE (@WWE) February 2, 2025
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Cody Rhodes borrows a tactic from Wade Barrett as he grabs hold of the bottom rung of the ladder and attacks Owens.
However, Owens turns the tables, mocks Cody Rhodes’ late father Dusty Rhodes’ and continues the attack. He could have climbed the ladder but simply wants to punish the champion.
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Owens attempts another climb but Rhodes lifts the ladder up. Smart move by the champ!
The bout spills to the outside, Owens in control bouncing Rhodes around as the crowd chant ‘we want tables!’
Suplex from Rhodes, that might turn the tide.
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Rhodes has his hands on the titles! But Owens swipes the ladder away!
Rhodes regains balance but ends up eating a pop-up powerbomb for his troubles.
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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This match didn’t take long to break down!
— WWE (@WWE) February 2, 2025
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Owens batters Rhodes with a step ladder, teases a move but opts against it.
Rhodes has the little ladder now and attacks Owens with it before climbing the ladder only to be thwarted by Owens.
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Owens bounces of part of the announce table on Rhodes and shouts at Michael Cole.
Owens drags another ladder out, builds a bridge between the announce table and the ring.
Rhodes gets a burst of life as he sends Owens into the steel steps.
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Owens has Rhodes right where he wants him. He sets up the ladder and begins the climb but Rhodes is back in the ring.
The tide may be turning as Rhodes sends Owens into the ladder, face first!
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Delusional?
😮💨😮💨😮💨#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/mv2yxkM5yC
— WWE (@WWE) February 2, 2025
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Owens now using part of the ladder as a weapon, which is perfectly legal in a ladder match.
Rhodes sends Owens into the crowd and these two are fighting through the stadium, Owens takes a cup of beer to the face as the fight continues.
Owens slams Rhodes into a camera!
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Before these two lock horns the crowd are already locked in.
Owens gets the early advantage as he sticks his boot under Rhodes’ chin.
Owens goes to the outside, but Rhodes follows him out and attempts a suplex onto the ladder which is reversed as Owens puts the champion through a ladder.
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Cody Rhodes has been champion for 300 days now. But will his reign end tonight?
Well, he clearly doesn’t care about superstitions as he walks underneath the ladder before entering the ring.
We get the formal introductions by Alicia Taylor.
Bell rings and this ladder match is underway!
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Cody Rhodes is out next, he gets a great reception.
A good ‘WOAH’ from all involved!
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Kevin Owens is first out, he is holding the classic winged eagle title belt but he’s not the champion!
A bit delusional, but it’s great!
Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens
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Another elite video package from the WWE. Really playing up the intense rivalry.
Kevin Owens is clearly the bad guy here, but he makes a lot of great points!
NEXT
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Undisputed WWE Championship Ladder Match: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Kevin Owens
More legends
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Ron Simmons, Rick Steiner and Rob Van Dam are shown ringside.
Still to come
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Two matches down, two matches remain.
Undisputed WWE Championship Ladder Match: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Kevin Owens
Men’s Royal Rumble match
DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns
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That wasn’t the Street Profits helping DIY, it was more about making a statement as they attack the champions and hold up the tag team titles.
Triple threat match at Wrestlemania??
What did we just WITNESS?!#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/3hgTjK0Iea
— WWE (@WWE) February 2, 2025
DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns
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Motor City Machine Guns are rolling as they hit a powerbomb/blockbuster combination on Ciampa but Gargano makes the save.
Oh no! Gargano accidentally kicks Ciampa in the face allowing Motor City Machine Guns to take control.
Here come the Street Profits! They take out the Motor City Machine Guns and DIY take advantage to secure the winning pinfall.
Winners: DIY
DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns
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Ciampa hits ‘Project Ciampa’ on Sabin but Sabin kicks out at two and Ciampa can’t believe it! That move usually puts the opponent away.
DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns
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The next fall is the decider.
#DIY = GENIUS!!!#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/BOK4e4tuit
— WWE (@WWE) February 2, 2025
DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns
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Shelley catches Gargano with a kick, is this the opening? Yes it is, tag made to Sabin and he runs wild, hitting Gargano with a clothesline followed by two strong kicks to DIY.
Sabin takes both out with a crossbody.
Back in the ring, Sabin hits a big move from the top rope, tags in Shelley for the Skull and Bones finisher to tie this up.
1-1!
DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns
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Shelley tags out, but the referee doesn’t see it. Double team move from DIY on Shelley who kicks out at two.
DIY are showing why they are the champions.
DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns
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Creative moves from DIY almost sews this one up but Shelley kicks out at two.
Shelley needs to tag out ASAP! The defending champions are in complete control at this point.
DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns
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More double team action from DIY gets another near fall.
Sabin tries to make a tag but Ciampa shuts him down and knocks Shelley off the apron.
Genius move from DIY as Gargano feigns tagging out which confuses Shelley, Ciampa hits a big knee and the champions secure the pinfall.
DIY are up 1-0.
DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns
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The bell rings! Chris Sabin starts off with Johnny Gargano but Ciampa quickly tags in and we get some double team action.
Motor City Machine Guns take control, Sabin takes Gargano and Ciampa out with a dive from inside the ring to out.
Ciampa bounces back and secures a near fall.
DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns
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Here come the champions!
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