The WWE Royal Rumble 2025 delivered exhilarating moments, starting with its historic atmosphere at the Lucas Oil Stadium, which hosted 70,000 fans, making it the largest Royal Rumble event ever.
WWE Chief Brand Officer Stephanie McMahon officially kicked off the night with high spirits, welcoming the crowd to the first Royal Rumble aired on Netflix for UK viewers. The evening began with the highly anticipated Women’s Royal Rumble match, driven by fierce competition and returning legends.
The first two entrants were IYO SKY and Liv Morgan, setting the stage for what would turn out to be a dramatic battle for supremacy. Fans were eager to see how the match would develop, especially with significant entries such as Roxanne Perez (entry #3) and Women’s Intercontinental Champion Lyra Valkyria (entry #4), who unfortunately suffered a wardrobe malfunction early on, drawing gasps from the audience.
Throughout the match, the surprises kept coming. By entry #21, Alexa Bliss made her highly acclaimed return after two years away, greeted by loud cheers from the electrified crowd. For Bliss, it was not just about her comeback but also about re-establishing her presence on the grand stage.
Another stunning comeback was marked by the WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus entering at #25, proving she still has what it takes even at the age of 49. The atmosphere grew increasingly charged, anticipating the outcomes of these beloved returning figures.
Meanwhile, the stakes were high for Charlotte Flair, who made her much-awaited return at entry #27 after over a year sidelined due to injuries. With her knee brace on display as a reminder of her challenges, she swiftly eliminated several opponents, demonstrating her championship pedigree.
Nia Jax made her grand return as entry #29, showcasing her sheer power by eliminating several women at once, creating chaos within the ring. Nonetheless, the tides turned when Charlotte Flair managed to eliminate Jax, showcasing her dominance.
Flair's victory came to fruition after she calmly executed a big boot on Roxanne Perez, pushing her over the top rope, making Flair the first woman ever to win two Royal Rumble matches. "Charlotte Flair wins her 2nd Royal Rumble match," confirmed WrestleFeed, sealing her path to WrestleMania 41.
With this stunning win, Charlotte now has the chance to choose her match at WrestleMania, setting up tantalizing matchups against either the Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley or the WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton.
Fans also eagerly awaited the men’s Royal Rumble match, where John Cena announced this would be his last Royal Rumble, adding emotional weight to the event as he aims for one last chance to headline WrestleMania.
Meanwhile, the highly charged atmosphere and storylines unfolded through the evening provided not only thrilling matches but also deep emotional connections for the fans. The stage was set for WWE’s biggest spectacle, WrestleMania, following the dramatic twists and turns of the Royal Rumble.
From record attendance to legendary comebacks and thrilling match outcomes, WWE Royal Rumble 2025 stood out as another unforgettable chapter in the annals of professional wrestling, leaving fans buzzing for what’s to come.