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Official Details on WWE Evolve Coming Next Month to Tubi

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Official Details on WWE Evolve Coming Next Month to Tubi

WWE and Tubi have announced WWE EVOLVE, a new series set to premiere on March 5, 2025, exclusively on Tubi. The show will spotlight rising WWE prospects as they compete for a chance to advance to NXT and, ultimately, Raw or SmackDown. Episodes will air weekly on Wednesdays.

WWE EVOLVE will showcase talent from WWE’s Performance Center and WWE ID program, providing a platform for future superstars to develop their skills and personas.

“We are excited to work with our incredible partners at Tubi to showcase our young, rising talent to the WWE Universe, as they start their in-ring journey competing each week to fulfill their lifelong dream of becoming a WWE Superstar,” said WWE Senior Vice President of Talent Development Creative, Shawn Michaels.

The announcement touted that the show “will introduce viewers to the most intense and charismatic prospects recruited from college athletics and independent wrestling as they strive to build their in-ring careers and elevate their personas. WWE EVOLVE will prominently feature talent from WWE’s world-class Performance Center in Orlando, Fla., and WWE ID, a first-of-its-kind developmental program.”

Evolve Wrestling was an American independent professional wrestling promotion founded in 2010 by Gabe Sapolsky, a former booker for Ring of Honor. In 2015, Evolve formed a working relationship with WWE. This allowed WWE to scout Evolve talent and potentially sign them. It also provided Evolve with increased exposure and credibility. In 2020, WWE officially purchased Evolve. This led to the end of Evolve as an independent promotion.

Former WWE Champion May Be Transferred to Raw

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Former WWE Champion May Be Transferred to Raw

WWE may be moving AJ Styles to a different brand following his surprise return at the Royal Rumble.

Styles, who had been off television for months due to injury, made his comeback during the Men’s Royal Rumble match. According to PWInsider, there was backstage talk over the weekend about Styles potentially moving to the Raw brand in the coming weeks. However, WWE’s exact plans for him remain unclear.

Styles had been sidelined for months after suffering an injury during a match with Carmelo Hayes on an episode of SmackDown. WWE later announced that he had sustained a mid-foot ligament sprain. Styles later revealed that he had a Lisfranc injury, describing the recovery as challenging.

Despite his time away, Styles showed no signs of ring rust in his return. He immediately targeted some of the match’s top competitors, including Roman Reigns, John Cena, CM Punk, and Seth Rollins. However, his Royal Rumble run was cut short when he was eliminated by Logan Paul, who had entered at number 30.

Following the match, Styles expressed his frustration over the elimination in a post-match interview, joking that he might never live it down. However, he also acknowledged that it’s part of the business and took pride in his performance.

Zilla Fatu Names The Biggest Challenge at This Stage in His Career

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Zilla Fatu Names The Biggest Challenge at This Stage in His Career

Zilla Fatu, a rising figure in the wrestling world, is on a mission to establish his own identity apart from his famous family. Speaking with Tim HANN Rivera, Fatu shared his journey of overcoming hardships, including a six-year prison sentence, and how these experiences have shaped him.

“I’m trying to separate my name Zilla from my family,” he explained, highlighting the struggle of balancing family ties with personal aspirations. Fatu acknowledges the profound impact his lineage has on his career but remains committed to creating his own story.

“I went through hardship at a young age… it just brought me closer to my pops,” he reflected.

Wrestling, for him, has become a vessel for both personal growth and family connection, marking a path of redemption and self-discovery.

One of Fatu’s remarkable aspirations includes a dream match featuring himself and his father against Jacob and his father, weaving familial bonds and rivalries into the wrestling narrative.

“Dream match… it would have to be me and my pops versus Jacob and his pops,” Fatu shared.

This pursuit highlights the complex interplay between personal identity and family heritage, positioning Fatu as a symbol of resilience within the wrestling arena. As he steps forward in his career, Zilla Fatu exemplifies how a legacy can serve as both a foundation and a challenge, as he aspires to establish Zilla as a distinct and recognized name in professional wrestling.

In moving forward, Zilla Fatu’s journey reflects broader themes of identity, redemption, and the enduring power of family, inspiring both wrestling aficionados and those seeking to carve their own path in the face of legacy.

IShowSpeed’s WWE Royal Rumble Appearance Draws Insane Numbers

Thomas Lowson
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IShowSpeed’s WWE Royal Rumble Appearance Draws Insane Numbers

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.

Royal Rumble Breaks WWE’s All-Time Gate Record

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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.

WWE Offers NIL Deal to Former Sumo Champion Hidetora Hanada

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WWE Offers NIL Deal to Former Sumo Champion Hidetora Hanada

WWE has signed Hidetora Hanada, a defensive lineman at Colorado State and former sumo grand champion, to a Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deal. Hanada, who won gold in the 2022 World Games, was also invited to attend WWE Royal Rumble on Saturday in Indianapolis, where he got a firsthand look at WWE’s live entertainment experience.

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In an Instagram post, Hanada expressed his excitement over the offer and the opportunity to witness one of WWE’s biggest events.

“Every time a superstar made their entrance, the entire arena erupted in a deafening roar, shaking the building with excitement. I experienced a level of intensity and thrill that was completely different from football or sumo wrestling—something truly unique to WWE.”

Hanada was particularly impressed by WWE’s production capabilities and business model. He noted that WWE not only produces its own content but also sells it directly to broadcasters and streaming platforms, making it a powerhouse in the entertainment industry.

The WWE NIL program allows collegiate athletes to explore potential careers in WWE while continuing their current sports careers. Hanada expressed gratitude for the opportunity, saying he is eager to learn more and apply the lessons he gains from this experience to his future endeavors.

With his sumo background and athleticism, Hanada could be a strong prospect for WWE’s developmental system at the Performance Center. As he navigates this new chapter, fans will be watching closely to see if he eventually steps into the WWE ring.

WWE Raw Preview: Rumble Winners, Chamber Qualifying Matches

Michael Reichlin
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WWE Raw Preview: Rumble Winners, Chamber Qualifying Matches

The fallout from the 2025 Royal Rumble is set to unfold tonight as WWE Raw emanates from Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. With WrestleMania season officially in full swing, all eyes are on the Rumble winners and what their victories mean for the road ahead.

Elimination Chamber Qualifying Matches begin – The next stop before WrestleMania is the brutal Elimination Chamber. Superstars will compete for a chance to enter the unforgiving structure, with championship implications at stake.

Men’s Royal Rumble Winner Jey Uso appears – Fresh off his career-defining victory in the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble Match, Jey Uso heads to Raw with a major decision to make.

Women’s Royal Rumble Winner Charlotte Flair appears – The Queen has once again stamped her ticket to WrestleMania, winning the Women’s Rumble this past weekend. Who will Flair target on the road to the biggest stage of them all?

With major fallout from the 2025 Royal Rumble and high-stakes matches, expect an eventful night as WWE Raw begins marching on to WrestleMania. WWE Raw streams live tonight on Netflix at 8/7c.

“BOOHOO!” Logan Paul Responds to Royal Rumble Fan Incident

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“BOOHOO!” Logan Paul Responds to Royal Rumble Fan Incident

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.

WWE Royal Rumble Winners Hit With Dislikes & Social Media Reactions

Thomas Lowson
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WWE Royal Rumble Winners Hit With Dislikes & Social Media Reactions

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.

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

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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.

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Rhea Ripley Reacts to Royal Rumble Lookalike Contest

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Rhea Ripley Reacts to Royal Rumble Lookalike Contest

Rhea Ripley didn’t compete at the 2025 Royal Rumble PLE, but there was still plenty of ‘Mami’ in Indianapolis. The same day as the first PLE of 2025, a Rhea Ripley lookalike contest took place in the city. On X, footage of the contest was shared. Ripley responded, saying she absolutely loved the idea and wishes she could have been a part of the judging process.

This lookalike contest saw those involved channel Ripley’s personality that has made the Women’s World Champion one of the most popular women in wrestling today. Ripley is in her second reign as Women’s World Champion after regaining the title from Liv Morgan at WWE Raw’s debut on Netflix.

What’s Next for Rhea Ripley?

With Charlotte Flair’s victory in the Women’s Royal Rumble match, Ripley could be in store for a WrestleMania 39 rematch at this year’s Showcase of the Immortals. However, with reports that WWE intends for Flair to face Tiffany Stratton, it remains to be seen who faces the Women’s World Champion at WrestleMania 41.

Update On Roxanne Perez After WWE Royal Rumble Showcase

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Roxanne Perez’s time in NXT appears to be winding down, with a main roster debut on the horizon. The 23-year-old standout delivered an impressive performance in the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble match, including breaking the record for the longest time in a Women’s Rumble match.

According to Fightful Select’s Sean Ross Sapp, WWE has been considering Perez for a main roster spot since early January, with sources indicating it’s only a matter of time. Though a specific date for her move is not known, her role at the Rumble signals that her time in NXT is nearly over.

A WWE main roster source stated that Perez has been “ready for the main roster from a performance perspective for a long time.” Perez already has experience appearing on the main roster and is currently feuding with Bayley in WWE NXT.

With her immense talent, Perez has been labelled ‘The Prodigy,’ a moniker designed to show how big things are awaiting the former NXT Women’s Champion. Now, fans can expect those big things to crome to fruition in the near future on the main roster.

Rey Mysterio Endorses Penta After Iconic Royal Rumble Moment

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Rey Mysterio Endorses Penta After Iconic Royal Rumble Moment

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.

Latest On Alexa Bliss’ Shocking WWE Royal Rumble Return

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Latest On Alexa Bliss’ Shocking WWE Royal Rumble Return

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 Reveals WWE Debut Tribute At 2025 Royal Rumble

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Trish Stratus Reveals WWE Debut Tribute At 2025 Royal Rumble

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 Reveals Immediate Reaction To WWE Hall of Fame Announcement

Anutosh Bajpai
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Triple H Reveals Immediate Reaction To WWE Hall of Fame Announcement

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.”

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.”

AJ Styles Reacts To Being Eliminated By Logan Paul After Royal Rumble Return

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AJ Styles Reacts To Being Eliminated By Logan Paul After Royal Rumble Return

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 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.”

Joe Hendry Reacts To His Royal Rumble Appearance

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Joe Hendry Reacts To His Royal Rumble Appearance

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 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.

IShowSpeed Vows 2026 Royal Rumble Return, Coming For Roman Reigns

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IShowSpeed Vows 2026 Royal Rumble Return, Coming For Roman Reigns

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 Names Potential Future Opponents After Royal Rumble 2025 Return

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Nikki Bella Names Potential Future Opponents After Royal Rumble 2025 Return

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.”

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.”

Roman Reigns Reflects on the Bloodline Era: “All Roads Run Through Us”

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WWE 2K25 will feature a special Bloodline Edition, celebrating Roman Reigns’ faction and the wider Anoa’i family. Recently, the OTC was asked for what he thinks Afa and Sika, both of whom passed in 2024, would make to the Bloodline storyline.

“I think they’re looking down on us and they’re proud. I think they’re looking at what they started and they’re seeing what we’re developing.”

Reigns and his family have played a pivotal role on WWE for years now, a period of time that has seen wider changes to the company at large. When asked if this was the ‘Bloodline Era’ Reigns left it to others to define this period of time, but felt the name was apt.

“I don’t think you can go wrong by saying it’s the Bloodline era, the Tribal Chief era. We are the center of the storm. We make everything happen. All roads run through us. Even Cody Rhodes.”

The Bloodline saga has continued to develop, with eyes now on new arrivals including Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga. As for Roman Reigns, it remains to be seen what’s next for him after a different family member stood tall at the 2025 Royal Rumble PLE.

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

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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.

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!”

Backstage Report: Drew McIntyre Upset Over WWE Royal Rumble Exit

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Backstage Report: Drew McIntyre Upset Over WWE Royal Rumble Exit

Something went wrong with Drew McIntyre’s elimination from the Men’s Royal Rumble, and it reportedly left him furious backstage.

According to PWInsider, McIntyre was “screaming and cursing” after being eliminated, upset that “someone had to get their moves in” at the expense of multiple storylines in the match.

The report further states that McIntyre “pretty loudly stormed out of the building” and left well before the Royal Rumble match concluded.

It remains to be seen whether this frustration will have any long-term impact on his WWE status or upcoming WrestleMania plans.

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

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

Charlotte Flair made a triumphant return at WWE Royal Rumble, winning the Women’s Royal Rumble Match after being sidelined for over a year due to a torn ACL, MCL, and meniscus.

Following her victory, Flair opened up about the emotional journey during the WWE Royal Rumble Post-Show press conference.

“I really don’t want to break down,” she admitted. “This was the longest I’ve been away since I started in 2012, and I got into this business because of my little brother.

When my knee injury happened in December, I kept thinking, ‘I can’t go out this way.’ It made me realize how far I’ve come and why I started in the first place.”

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Flair also expressed gratitude for the fans who supported her through her rehab journey, saying their encouragement helped her push forward.

“As a performer, sometimes you wonder, ‘Do I still got it? What am I coming back to do?’ But winning the Royal Rumble for a second time made me realize—I’m here to do it all over again.”

She also shared a lighthearted moment from her entrance, revealing she struggled to remove her robe due to the long hiatus.

“Good thing I remembered how to wrestle because I couldn’t get my robe off,” she joked.

Flair’s victory cements her place in WWE history, setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown at WrestleMania.

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

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

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:

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