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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:

John Cena Announces He’ll Compete in Elimination Chamber

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John Cena Announces He’ll Compete in Elimination Chamber

John Cena has officially announced his participation in this year’s WWE Elimination Chamber match, aiming to secure a championship opportunity at WrestleMania 41. The 16-time world champion made the declaration during the Royal Rumble post-show press conference in Toronto.

Cena was among the final two competitors in the Royal Rumble match but ultimately fell short as Jey Uso secured the victory. Now, his path to a record-breaking 17th WWE Championship runs through the brutal Elimination Chamber—a structure notorious for its high-risk environment and career-altering moments.

With this announcement, Cena joins a growing field of competitors vying for a main-event slot at WrestleMania 41. More details on the full lineup for the match are expected in the coming weeks.

2025 Royal Rumble Recap: Winners, Returns and Records

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2025 Royal Rumble Recap: Winners, Returns and Records

The WWE Royal Rumble 2025, held on February 1 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, in front of a crowd of over 70,000 fans.  The event featured action-packed matches, surprise returns, and set the stage for WrestleMania 41.

Men’s Royal Rumble Match:

Jey Uso emerged victorious in the men’s Royal Rumble, securing his spot in the main event of WrestleMania 41. Entering at number 20, Uso showcased resilience and strategy, ultimately eliminating John Cena to claim the win. 

Women’s Royal Rumble Match:

Charlotte Flair made a triumphant return, winning the women’s Royal Rumble after a period of absence due to injury. Entering at number 27, Flair displayed her dominance by last eliminating Roxanne Perez, becoming the first two-time winner of the Women’s Royal Rumble. 

Notable Returns and Surprises:

AJ Styles: Returned to the men’s Royal Rumble at number 21 after recovering from injury, adding star power to the match. 

Alexa Bliss: Made a comeback in the women’s Royal Rumble at number 21 after a two-year hiatus, receiving a warm reception from the audience. 

Trish Stratus: The WWE Hall of Famer entered the women’s match at number 25, delivering a nostalgic moment for fans. 

Joe Hendry: The TNA World Heavyweight Champion made a surprise appearance in the men’s Rumble at number 15, marking a rare cross-promotional moment. 

Records and Highlights:

Roxanne Perez: The NXT standout delivered an impressive performance, potentially setting a new record for the longest time in the women’s Rumble before being eliminated by Charlotte Flair. 

IShowSpeed: The popular YouTuber was unexpectedly thrust into the men’s Rumble, providing a memorable and entertaining moment for the audience. 

Other Notable Matches:

Undisputed WWE Championship Ladder Match: Cody Rhodes successfully defended his title against Kevin Owens in a brutal ladder match, further solidifying his championship reign. 

WWE Tag Team Championship: #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) retained their titles against The Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin) in a two out of three falls match, showcasing exceptional tag team wrestling. 

With these outcomes, Jey Uso and Charlotte Flair are set to headline WrestleMania 41, scheduled for April 19 and 20, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

2025 Men’s Royal Rumble Winner Jey Uso: “It’s My Turn!”

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2025 Men’s Royal Rumble Winner Jey Uso: “It’s My Turn!”

Jey Uso is ready for his ‘turn’ following his Men’s Royal Rumble match victory in Indianapolis, Indiana. In the main event of the show, Jey Uso lived up to his moniker by last eliminating John Cena to win the 30-Man contest.

After the show, Jackie Redmond caught up with Jey Uso for his first thoughts following the biggest victory of his career.

“There’s gonna be a party tonight! There’s gonna be a party tonight Uce! It’s my turn, It’s my turn Jackie!”

Later in the interview, Jey gave his bold vision for WrestleMania 41, where fans will see him capture the richest prize from Monday Night Raw.

“They ain’t never seen me coming, but guess what? I just won the damn Royal Rumble 2025! I bet y’all never see that coming! But another thing you’re gonna see coming Uce. Me main eventing WrestleMania and becoming the new World Heavyweight Champion!”

With his victory, Uso has earned a championship match against either Cody Rhodes or GUNTHER at WrestleMania 41, though clearly has his sights set on the Ring General. Uso and GUNTHER battled at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event in December 2024 in a match that saw GUNTHER retain.

Uso’s surprising win demonstrates the unpredictability wrestling fans love, as few expected him to win a match that included CM Punk, John Cena, Roman Reigns and other top stars. Now, Jey Uso is ‘Yeet-ing’ his way to the main event of WrestleMania 41 where he plans on winning his first World Championship.

Jey Uso Eliminates John Cena, Wins Men’s 2025 Royal Rumble Match

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Jey Uso Eliminates John Cena, Wins Men’s 2025 Royal Rumble Match

Jey Uso has punched his ticket on the Road to WrestleMania 41 by winning the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble match. In the main event of the 2025 Royal Rumble Uso last eliminated John Cena to win the 30-Man match.

Jey entered at the #20 spot to one of the loudest ovations inside Lucas Oil Stadium. With a star-studded match featuring Cena, CM Punk, Roman Reigns, and more, Uso’s win is being considered one of the biggest surprises in Royal Rumble history.

Check out these highlights of the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble Match:

The 2025 Royal Rumble Premium Live Event is taking place from Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The card for the show includes:

  • Charlotte Flair won the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble Match
  • Ladder Match for the Undisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes (c) defeated Kevin Owens
  • Jey Uso won the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble Match
  • Two-Out-of-Three Falls for the WWE Tag Team Championship: #DIY (c) defeated Motor City Machine Guns

TNA World Champion Joe Hendry Appears At WWE Royal Rumble 2025

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TNA World Champion Joe Hendry Appears At WWE Royal Rumble 2025

Someone in Indianapolis must have said Joe Hendry’s name, as the TNA World Champion appeared in the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble match. Hendry entered the match at #15 to a huge pop from the crowd inside Lucas Oil Stadium. On commentary, Michael Cole shared highlights of Hendry’s career, including his victory over Nic Nemeth at Genesis.

Despite the ovation, Hendry’s time in the Men’s Royal Rumble match wasn’t a long one. The Scottish star was thrown about by Roman Reigns, who was the #16 entrant.

Hendry’s appearance in the WWE Men’s Royal Rumble match is just the latest showcase for the TNA World Champion. Hendry appeared in WWE NXT in 2024 and challenged then-NXT Champion Ethan Page at No Mercy. Though Hendry failed to win the richest prize in NXT, the Scottish star remains one of the most popular stars in pro wrestling today.

Hendry’s role in the Royal Rumble comes after WWE and TNA announced a multi-year partnership that has promised plenty of crossover between the two companies. Though Joe Hendry didn’t win the Men’s Royal Rumble match, this may not be the last time fans see the TNA World Champion in a WWE ring.

WWE EVOLVE To Premiere March 5 On Tubi

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WWE EVOLVE To Premiere March 5 On Tubi

WWE EVOLVE has been confirmed, and fans now know when and where they can watch the show. During the 2025 Royal Rumble Premium Live Event, it was confirmed that WWE EVOLVE will make its debut on Wednesday, March 5, streaming exclusively on Tubi.

The show will showcase rising WWE prospects who will compete for a shot at making it to NXT, SmackDown, and Raw.This announcement follows WWE’s filing of a trademark for the EVOLVE name on January 30.

Gabe Sapolsky, who originally ran EVOLVE Wrestling before WWE purchased it in 2020, is believed to be heavily involved in the relaunch. Shawn Michaels, who serves as WWE’s SVP of Talent Development & Creative, is also set to play a key role.

WWE EVOLVE will give fans a look at potential future World Champions and demonstrates the promotion’s commitment to developing new talent. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on WWE EVOLVE.

Cody Rhodes Retains Undisputed WWE Title At 2025 Royal Rumble

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Cody Rhodes Retains Undisputed WWE Title At 2025 Royal Rumble

Cody Rhodes’ reign as Undisputed WWE Champion is truly undiusputed after retaining the gold against Kevin Owens at the 2025 Royal Rumble. In the penultimate match of the night, Owens and Rhodes didn’t hold back in their battle to determine the true WWE Champion.

With another victory to his name, Rhodes’ attention turns towards WrestleMania 41 and who will face him for the Undisputed WWE Championship. Should he still be champion, the April 2025 event will be Rhodes’ third consecutive year in a WWE World Championship at the Showcase of the Immortals.

The 2025 Royal Rumble Premium Live Event is taking place from Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The card for the show includes:

  • Charlotte Flair won the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble match.
  • Ladder Match for the Undisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes (c) defeated Kevin Owens
  • Men’s Royal Rumble Match
  • Two-Out-of-Three Falls for the WWE Tag Team Championship: #DIY (c) defeated Motor City Machine Guns

Stay tuned to SEScoops for more from the 2025 Royal Rumble PLE, including breaking news and live results.

2025 Royal Rumble: Preview, Matches, How to Watch

Charlotte Flair Wins 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble Match

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Charlotte Flair Wins 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble Match

Charlotte Flair has punched her ticket on the Road to WrestleMania 41 by winning the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble match. In the opening match of the 2025 Royal Rumble Flair last eliminated Roxanne Perez to win the 30-Woman match.

This win makes Charlotte the eleventh WWE Superstar to win multiple Royal Rumbles. Flair has also made history as the first-ever two-time winner of the Women’s Royal Rumble match.

Check out some highlights of the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble Match:

With this victory, Flair has earned herself a title match at WrestleMania 41. Currently, this means that Flair will challenge either WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton or WWE Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley.

Tiffany Stratton Eyes WrestleMania 41 Match Against Charlotte Flair

The 2025 Royal Rumble Premium Live Event is taking place from Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The card for the show includes:

  • Charlotte Flair won the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble match.
  • Ladder Match for the Undisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Kevin Owens
  • Men’s Royal Rumble Match
  • Two-Out-of-Three Falls for the WWE Tag Team Championship: #DIY (c) vs. Motor City Machine Guns

Stay tuned to SEScoops for more from the 2025 Royal Rumble PLE, including breaking news and live results.

2025 Royal Rumble: Preview, Matches, How to Watch

Alexa Bliss Makes WWE Return In Women’s 2025 Royal Rumble Match

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Alexa Bliss Makes WWE Return In Women’s 2025 Royal Rumble Match

The WWE Royal Rumble is typically a night of surprise returns and the 2025 Women’s Rumble is proving to be no exception. After over two years away, Alexa Bliss returned as part of the match as the #21 entrant.

Bliss had been out of action since the 2023 Royal Rumble PLE, where she had unsuccesfully challenged then-Raw Women’s Champion Bianca Belair. The following month, Bliss shared that she and her husband Ryan Cabrera were expecting. In November 2023, the couple welcomed their daughter Hendrix into the world.

Bliss’ return comes after reports and speculation on the future of the former Women’s Champion. Bliss and WWE had reportedly been at odds over contractual issues. While Bliss reportedly wanted a new deal, WWE wanted her to continue on her previous contract with time added. This issue resulted in Bliss’ return on the January 13, Raw being nixed and plans for her to work with the Wyatt Sicks being scrapped.

On commentary, Bliss’ contract issues were alluded to, with Michael Cole saying he thought that Bliss was never going to return. Now, the Goddess of WWE is back and ready to take the WWE Women’s roster by storm.

Spoiler On The Return Of Big Star Planned For The 2025 WWE Royal Rumble

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WWE fans should anticipate a surprise appearance by Alexa Bliss at tonight’s Royal Rumble. PWInsider.com reports that Bliss has been spotted backstage at the WWE Royal Rumble PLE and is expected to appear on the broadcast.

Although Bliss has posted social media content suggesting she is at home, that is reportedly not the case. This marks a shift from earlier reports stating there had been no movement in negotiations between Bliss and WWE regarding her return, and there had been no discussions about her appearing tonight.

Initial plans called for Bliss to return on Raw in San Jose several weeks ago, but stalled contract negotiations led to those plans being scrapped. Talks reportedly hit a standstill when Bliss’ representatives pushed for a new deal, while WWE preferred she fulfill the terms of her previous contract, which was in place before she took maternity leave in January 2023.

On Friday, the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter featured a report from Dave Meltzer stating that the two sides remain far apart in negotiations, with sources doubting a new agreement will be reached. Clearly, things have changed.

Bliss has not appeared on WWE television since January 2023 due to her maternity leave.

Kevin Nash’s Bold 2025 Royal Rumble Picks: CM Punk and Nia Jax

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Kevin Nash’s Bold 2025 Royal Rumble Picks: CM Punk and Nia Jax

Wrestling legend Kevin Nash recently shared his predictions for the upcoming Royal Rumble on the Kliq This Podcast, picking CM Punk as his top choice for the men’s match and Nia Jax as the likely winner in the women’s division.

“I think I’m gonna go with CM Punk as my choice in the men’s Rumble,” Nash stated. “And I think—how does Jax not win the women’s Rumble?”

CM Punk’s return to WWE has been one of the most talked-about moments in recent wrestling history. If Nash’s prediction holds, a Rumble victory would set up a potential WrestleMania main event for Punk, continuing his redemption arc. Given Punk’s past success and star power, many fans see him as a natural fit for the win. However, with top-tier competitors like Cody Rhodes and Gunther in the mix, it won’t be an easy road to victory.

Nash’s belief in Nia Jax as the likely women’s Rumble winner is based on her sheer physical dominance. Jax has been positioned as one of WWE’s most powerful female superstars, and a victory could solidify her as a major player heading into WrestleMania season. However, challengers like Bayley and Becky Lynch remain strong contenders.

The John Cena Factor

Beyond the Rumble, Nash also weighed in on John Cena’s potential future in WWE, suggesting that if he were booking, Cena would win his record-breaking 17th world title in his final opportunity.

“He would win on his last opportunity possible to break the record of 17, and he would leave on a win just the same way he left and never turned heel,” Nash explained.

With the Royal Rumble just around the corner, fans are eager to see if Nash’s predictions hold true. Will CM Punk make a triumphant return by winning the Rumble? Can Nia Jax power through the competition? And will WWE set the stage for John Cena’s historic moment? The road to WrestleMania is heating up, and all eyes are on Indianapolis tonight.

Roman Reigns Declares: “I’m in My Prime, Bloodline Story Isn’t Ending”

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Roman Reigns Declares: “I’m in My Prime, Bloodline Story Isn’t Ending”

Roman Reigns has responded to WWE fans questioning if the Bloodline storyline is winding down. The Tribal Chief makes it cyrstal clear: there’s still plenty left to explore.

The latest chapter in the Bloodline saga unfolded during WWE’s Raw debut on Netflix (January 6), where Reigns defeated Solo Sikoa in Tribal Combat to reclaim the Ula Fala and reaffirm his status as the Tribal Chief. With the storyline dominating WWE television since his return in August 2020, fans have speculated about when it might come to an end.

Speaking on Busted Open Radio, Reigns dismissed the idea that the story is nearing its conclusion, emphasizing its continued potential:

“I think there is so much meat left on the bone and so many different ways to go. I’ve only given X amount. There are so many more layers for me to showcase. There are so many more layers for Jey, Jimmy [Uso], Solo [Sikoa], Jacob, or Tama [Tonga].

We have so many great characters. For the Wiseman. There are so many more layers to showcase. We’re all in our prime. I’m in the best shape of my life. Wiseman is getting into the best shape.”

Reigns further reinforced his confidence in the storyline’s longevity. For someone who has done it all and been the company’s top box office attraction for a few years, he’s not looking to hang it up any time soon.

“It’s one of those things where, I think we can do this forever. I really do. A lot of people were like, ‘3rd inning.’ That was game one. It’s a seven-game series. I’m not trying to bring up these analogies to pinpoint timelines. That’s me saying confidently I can run this thing for two more years, no problem.”

As WWE’s top attraction, Reigns’ belief in the Bloodline story’s continued success suggests that fans can expect more twists and turns in the coming years. He’ll compete in his first Royal Rumble match in five years in just a matter of hours.

Roman Reigns Drops Supremely Confident Message Before the Royal Rumble

Roman Reigns Drops Supremely Confident Message Before the Royal Rumble

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Roman Reigns Drops Supremely Confident Message Before the Royal Rumble

Roman Reigns is making his long-awaited return to the WWE Royal Rumble match tonight, marking his first appearance in the iconic battle since 2020. In anticipation of his historic return, Reigns took to Twitter, posting a message that strike fear into the other 29 participants. Make not mistake about it: Roman Reigns is locked in.

“In due time… It will all be mine. My way. Again. Believe That.”

Since his return to WWE in 2020 as the ‘Tribal Chief,’ Reigns has dominated as champion, holding the Universal Championship for a historic 1,316 days. His lengthy reign kept him out of Rumble matches for the past four years, with his last appearance in 2020 ending as the runner-up to Drew McIntyre.

Now, for the first time under his current persona, Reigns is set to enter the high-stakes match with the potential to reclaim his dominance. With WWE legends like John Cena, CM Punk, Seth Rollins, and Drew McIntyre also competing, the 2025 Royal Rumble promises to be an electrifying event filled with surprises.

Will the ‘Tribal Chief’ make a statement in his first Rumble match in five years? Fans won’t have to wait long to find out.

John Cena Counting Down the Minutes Before Tonight’s WWE Royal Rumble

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John Cena Counting Down the Minutes Before Tonight’s WWE Royal Rumble

John Cena is amped up for his WWE return match tonight at the 2025 Royal Rumble. Just hours before the event, the 16-time world champion took to social media to share his excitement and readiness for the chaos ahead.

“No day quite like #RoyalRumble. The countdown to THE countdown begins! The road to #WrestleMania begins TONIGHT!!!”

Tonight marks Cena’s return as an active competitor, kicking off his 2025 retirement tour—his final year in the ring. He has vowed to win the Royal Rumble and go on to challenge for his record-breaking 17th World Championship at WrestleMania 41.

Whether that plan comes to fruition will be revealed in just a few hours.

Top NXT Star In Town Ahead Of The 2025 Royal Rumble

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Top NXT Star In Town Ahead Of The 2025 Royal Rumble

With the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble just hours away, former NXT Champion Trick Williams has been seen in Indianapolis, sparking speculation about a potential main roster debut. According to Fightful Select’s Sean Ross Sapp, Williams has been spotted in the Royal Rumble’s host city. With only 17 competitors officially announced, WWE often reserves spots for surprise entrants, making Williams a prime candidate.

Trick Williams

Williams has made a significant impact in NXT, securing the championship twice. His latest reign ended at NXT New Year’s Evil on January 7, when he lost the title to Oba Femi. Since then, he has openly expressed his desire to regain the championship, but many believe his next step could be a move to WWE’s main roster.

In a recent interview on Tailgate Talks, Williams addressed his future, stating, “I like to believe that a main roster call-up is in my near future.” Now, with his presence in Indianapolis, speculation about his Royal Rumble participation has intensified.

WWE has a history of using the Royal Rumble as a launching pad for NXT stars, with past debuts leading to breakout careers. If Williams enters the match, it could mark the beginning of his journey on RAW or SmackDown, elevating him to a new level in WWE.

As the countdown to the Royal Rumble continues, fans will eagerly watch to see if Williams’ moment has arrived.

Natalia’s Cat Challenge: Can Stephanie McMahon Be Swayed?

Michael Reichlin
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Natalia’s Cat Challenge: Can Stephanie McMahon Be Swayed?

WWE’s charismatic star Natalia has set her sights on converting fellow wrestling figures into cat lovers. After her success with Bailey, Natalia is now targeting none other than Stephanie McMahon.

During a fun chat with Denise Salcedo for Instinct Culture over Royal Rumble 2025 weekend, Natalya spoke proudly about her mission:

“I changed Bailey’s mind, I converted Bailey from being a dog person into a mega cat lover. All it takes is one cat and you will turn into a cat lover.”

The Royal Rumble

Beyond her feline advocacy, Natalia reminisced about her favorite moments competing in the Royal Rumble. One of her proudest achievements was the year she stood as the “Royal Rumble Iron Woman.”

“One of my proudest moments in the women’s Royal Rumble was the year that I was the iron woman… I was in there for over 55 minutes,” she recalled.

The Women’s Royal Rumble has become a symbol of female empowerment within WWE. As anticipation builds for future Royal Rumbles, Natalia hinted at exciting possibilities,

“I’ve been hearing rumblings of women from the past coming back… I would love to see L cool and Mickey James and Melina and the Bellas.”

Stay tuned to SEScoops all weekend for our coverage of the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble.

Bailey on WWE’s Growing Women’s Division: “I Really Need to Step Up My Game”

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Bailey on WWE’s Growing Women’s Division: “I Really Need to Step Up My Game”

WWE’s women’s division is expanding, and veteran superstar Bailey is feeling the competitive pressure. During a recent interview with Denise Salcedo for Instinct Culture, Bailey shared her thoughts on WWE’s push for diversity, the inclusion of talent from different wrestling backgrounds, and the growing excitement among fans.

“We all wanted more women, we wanted more people from all outside, all different kinds of wrestling worlds and people from all over the world,” Bailey stated, emphasizing the industry’s shift toward inclusivity.

With WWE’s ongoing collaboration with promotions like TNA and new signings such as Jordynne Grace, the company is fostering a more dynamic women’s roster. For Bailey, this evolution serves as motivation.

“I really need to step up my game,” she admitted, acknowledging the increasing level of competition.

As WWE integrates talent from different wrestling circuits, established stars like Bailey are pushing themselves to adapt and excel. Beyond the roster changes, Bailey highlighted the enthusiasm of WWE fans.

“It’s so refreshing to see, and I love seeing the fans get more excited for all the women and just get invested in what we’re doing,” she said.

The audience’s engagement plays a crucial role in the division’s success, reinforcing the importance of diverse representation. As WWE continues to build a more inclusive and competitive women’s division, Bailey’s sentiments reflect the evolving landscape—one where established stars and rising talent alike are driven to reach new heights.

Cody Rhodes ‘Dreads’ Idea of Facing John Cena On His Retirement Tour

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Cody Rhodes has explained why he is not overly enthusiastic about potentially facing John Cena during his retirement tour in 2025.

The Cenation Leader has announced that he’ll be competing in WWE throughout the year before calling it a career at the end of 2025. Top names such as CM Punk, Drew McIntyre, and Randy Orton have expressed interest in sharing the ring with Cena one more time before he hangs his boots for good.

The Undisputed WWE Champion was also asked about potentially getting in the ring with Cena during an interview with Theonemona. Cody Rhodes noted that he is one of the people who has not expressed the same interest in a potential John Cena match as many other:

“One thing that’s been on my mind I think, when he announced he was retiring, is a lot of guys jumped to the line of, ‘I want to wrestle John.’ A lot of guys jumped to the ‘I want to do something with John.’ Of course I’m probably the one who didn’t hold his hand up, and that’s simply because John is everything to me.”

I Don’t Love This Is It: Cody Rhodes

Cody Rhodes explained that John Cena is one of his biggest heroes and someone who he learned a lot from during his early years in WWE. According to the American Nightmare he almost dreads the idea of being tasked with defeating the 16-time world champion if the two do come face to face:

“There’s been so many guys I’m a product of, who I took a little something from. The most that I’ve taken from anybody ever would be from John. That was from driving those few years with him, seeing how he did his interactions with fans, seeing how he would do main events, seeing how he was the quarterback, the leader, all those things. So when I hear this is it, it’s still not fully for me.

I don’t love this is it, and I know it is. I know he means it when he says it, but I want to watch like a fan. I almost dread the idea of what that would look like, because when you’re up against John now, you’re tasked to beat John Cena in his final run. That’s why I’m not raising my hand to be in that spot.”

Dominik Mysterio Reveals His ‘Real’ Plan For Raw Netflix Premiere

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Dominik Mysterio Reveals His ‘Real’ Plan For Raw Netflix Premiere

Dominik Mysterio has cleared up the misunderstanding about his conduct on Raw’s Netflix premiere episode earlier this month.

The January 6 episode of the Red Branded Show saw Rhea Ripley dethroning Liv Morgan to win back the Women’s world title.

Dirty Dom entered the ring after the bout. When the Mami looked at him, he opened his arm for a hug. The former Judgment Day star, however, kicked him instead and hit a Riptide on Mysterio before leaving.

The young veteran was asked about his actions during an interview with Theonemona at the Royal Rumble press event. Dominik Mysterio claimed that people misunderstood his intentions and he was actually trying to get the title belt back for Morgan:

“So there is a huge misunderstanding there. Liv and I had agreed that if, for whatever reason, she did not end up with the title, I would steal it and run away and we would figure it out. So that’s what I was going for. I was going in for the sneak hug, steal the title, and dip. But she caught on, I guess. That’s the real story.”

The 27-year-old was also asked about his status for tonight’s Royal Rumble match. He claimed that the officials don’t share their plans with him so he doesn’t know if he’ll be entering the battle royal.

While Dirty Dom is not sure about entering the big match at the show, there are several other names who could be participating in the bout. You can check out our Royal Rumble hub for the latest updates on the PPV whole day.

Tiffany Stratton Eyes WrestleMania 41 Match Against Charlotte Flair

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Tiffany Stratton Eyes WrestleMania 41 Match Against Charlotte Flair

Recent reports have suggested that Tiffany Stratton could face Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania 41 with the Women’s Championship on the line. Speaking to The Takedown On SI, Stratton addressed rumors of a showdown with WWE’s Queen.

“Honestly, I think we could have a banger match. I feel like that’s a given… we would probably have one of the best matches on the entire WrestleMania card.”

Stratton is certainly hopeful that the match will happen, in what would be the Buff Barbie’s debut match at WrestleMania. While the pair have never faced off in the ring before, a match with Flair would be years in the making for Stratton.

“I got into wrestling because of her. I saw her on an episode of SmackDown one day and she inspired me… It would just mean so much to my younger self if she would be my WrestleMania opponent.”

Flair will make her return from injury at the 2025 Royal Rumble PLE, where she hopes to become the first-ever two-time winner of the Women’s Royal Rumble match. The Queen will face some stiff competition, however, including fellow former Rumble winners Bianca Belair and Bayley.

2025 Royal Rumble: Preview, Matches, How to Watch

Stratton is in her first reign as WWE Women’s Champion, after cashing in her Money in the Bank contract during the first SmackDown of 2025. The reigning champion will certainly be watching tonight’s Women’s Rumble match closely, especially once Charlotte Flair finally steps foot back in the squared circle.


Joey Janela Issues Statement On Viral Video of Fan Altercation

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Joey Janela Issues Statement On Viral Video of Fan Altercation

Former AEW star Joey Janela has responded to the viral video of him being attacked by a fan during a meet-and-greet event for GCW.

In the video as seen below, the fan was seen flipping the table the wrestling star was using for the event. Janela in response threw the table at the person and the two then got into a physical altercation before being separated by people around.

The Bad Boy issued a statement about the confrontation on X. He claimed the person who attacked him was upset about extra work after the passing of Brodie Lee 4 years ago:

“Gonna nip this in the butt there’s a Video circulating of me getting ambushed at my table while I was meeting fans after the show tonight, it stems from him airing his grievances about his experience doing AEW extra work the day after brodie lee’s death that a lot of us were very upset about. I took to Twitter because I thought it was disgusting and we went back and forth.”

Joey Janela also confirmed that he came out at the other end of the confrontation unscathed and the other person was eventually ‘carried out like a crying baby.’

The Hardcore star was one of the first signings of the Elite promotion, being announced as part of the company’s roster in January 2019. He had some high-profile feuds early on but left AEW in May 2022 when his deal expired.

AEW presented the Brodie Lee Celebration of Life episode of Dynamite on December 30, 2020, after the wrestling star, real name Jonathan Huber passed away a few days earlier on December 26. While Janela did not compete at the show, he was present at the event to pay tribute to the late star.

CM Punk Comments On Difference Of Triple H And Vince McMahon Running Creative

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CM Punk Comments On Difference Of Triple H And Vince McMahon Running Creative

CM Punk says the big difference between Vince McMahon and Triple H running WWE creative is that the latter listens to other people.

The Straight Edge Star was the latest guest on Pat McAfee Show ahead of tonight’s Royal Rumble PPV. He talked about things such as performing in front of big crowds, his 2024 injury, and more.

When asked about Triple H taking over the creative and how The Game’s process differs from his father-in-law, Punk explained that the Attitude Era star is more receptive to other people’s ideas:

“I think he’s receptive to other people’s ideas, whereas maybe Vince wasn’t. He was like, ‘I’m the boss. We’re doing this, and this is how we’re doing it.’ And that’s great. If you run a company, you need somebody who is the yes and no man and [has] the final say.”

The Best Idea Always Wins: CM Punk

CM Punk claimed that Triple H has surrounded himself with people who have Bonafide resumes and it allows him to filter the best ideas:

“But I think Triple H thinks he’s surrounded, and oftentimes is, by a lot of really, really genius wrestling minds. If he has an idea or see something one way, he’ll look at Michael Hayes and be like, ‘What do you think?’ He’ll turn and look at Paul Heyman.

These are people who have Bonafide resumes. They have literally done everything you possibly could do in the sport. I think their voices should be heard. Not all the time everybody’s going to have this dynamite idea. But I think the best idea always wins in today’s WWE.”

Apart from this Punk also talked about John Cena announcing his retirement tour for 2025. You can check out his comments on the matter here.

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