WWE is currently in full swing with preparations for the Royal Rumble 2024, a highly anticipated premium live event featuring title defenses by Roman Reigns and Logan Paul. The Men’s and Women’s Royal Rumble matches are expected to steal the spotlight, with the winners earning the right to challenge any champion at WrestleMania.
For the Men’s Royal Rumble match, 11 prominent names have been announced, with Cody Rhodes and CM Punk emerging as top contenders. Current IC Champion Gunther expressed his entry, highlighting a potential target in World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins upon victory. Other renowned participants include Drew McIntyre, Bobby Lashley, Damian Priest, Shinsuke Nakamura, Chad Gable, Otis, Akira Tozawa, and Kofi Kingston. The anticipation is high, and surprise entries from legendary wrestlers may add an extra layer of excitement.
On the Women’s side, six participants have been revealed for the Royal Rumble match. Former champions Bayley, Becky Lynch, and Nia Jax are determined to claim victory, while Bianca Blair, Ivy Nile, and Maxine Dupree aim to make their mark. Bayley is currently seen as a strong contender, but the unpredictable nature of the Royal Rumble match suggests that a significant surprise could unfold at any moment. The stage is set for an electrifying event, where the winners will have a golden opportunity to headline WrestleMania with a championship match of their choosing.