Royal Rumble: WWE’s upcoming premium live event, Royal Rumble, is set to feature several prominent superstars in both the Men’s and Women’s Rumble matches this year. Roman Reigns will defend his title in a Fatal 4-Way match, adding anticipation to this high-stakes event.
The history of the Royal Rumble event spans 36 years, showcasing matches that have sometimes failed to captivate fans. In this article, we highlight three matches from WWE Royal Rumble history that did not live up to expectations:
3. **JBL vs. Boogeyman (Royal Rumble 2006):**
At Royal Rumble 2006, JBL faced Boogeyman in a match that fell short of expectations. Despite JBL’s popularity, the bout against Boogeyman resulted in lackluster wrestling from both superstars. The match concluded in about two minutes, with Boogeyman securing victory with a Pump Handle Slam and attempting to insert worms into JBL’s mouth after the match.
2. **Triple H vs. Scott Steiner (WWE Royal Rumble 2003):**
In Royal Rumble 2003, Triple H defended the World Heavyweight Title against Scott Steiner. Unfortunately, Scott Steiner’s lackluster performance led to a slow-paced and disappointing match. Despite Steiner’s attempt as a babyface, fans turned against him due to his subpar showing. The match ended abruptly with Triple H using a sledgehammer, resulting in a disqualification and a dissatisfying conclusion for the fans.
1. **Brock Lesnar vs. Big Show (WWE Royal Rumble 2014):**
Brock Lesnar faced Big Show in a singles match at Royal Rumble 2014. While both superstars were considered among the most powerful in WWE history, the match failed to live up to expectations. Before the match even began, Brock Lesnar delivered a brutal attack on Big Show, severely weakening him. The bout lasted only two minutes, with Lesnar dominating and securing victory with an F5. This match left fans disappointed, given the potential for an epic clash between two formidable competitors.