The WWE Royal Rumble kicked off with the highly anticipated Women’s Royal Rumble match, opening the night with Damage CTRL’s Iyo Sky and Liv Morgan as the first two competitors to enter the ring. The match quickly ramped up as a total of 30 Superstars joined the chaos, leaving only four standing in the final moments: Nikki Bella, Nia Jax, Roxanne Perez, and Charlotte Flair.
In a dramatic sequence, Nikki Bella was the first to fall, eliminated by Nia Jax. However, Perez stunned the crowd by ousting Jax, setting the stage for a one-on-one showdown against Flair. Ultimately, Charlotte Flair prevailed, cementing her spot as the Women’s Royal Rumble winner and securing her path to WrestleMania.
Women’s Royal Rumble Match Entrants (in order):
- Iyo Sky
- Liv Morgan
- Roxanne Perez
- Lyra Valkyria
- Chelsea Green
- B. Fab
- Ivy Nile
- Zoey Stark
- Lash Legend
- Bianca Belair
- Shayna Baszler
- Bayley
- Sonya Deville
- Maxxine Dupri
- Naomi
- Piper Niven
- Jaida Parker
- Natalya
- Jordynne Grace
- Michin
- Alexa Bliss
- Zelina Vega
- Candice LeRae
- Stephanie Vaquer
- Trish Stratus
- Raquel Rodriguez
- Charlotte Flair
- Giulia
- Nia Jax
- Nikki Bella
Highlights and Key Moments:
The match delivered several standout moments that will be talked about for weeks. One of the biggest shocks came with Alexa Bliss’s return to in-ring action after a two-year hiatus. Her comeback was met with thunderous applause, though her run was cut short by an elimination from Liv Morgan. Fans are now eager to see what’s next for Bliss in WWE.
Two legendary names also made a surprise return: Trish Stratus and Nikki Bella. Both veterans proved they still had what it takes to mix it up, scoring multiple eliminations before eventually being taken out by the imposing Nia Jax. Should they decide to step back into the spotlight, it’s possible we’ll see a new rivalry with Jax in the near future.
The NXT roster made a powerful statement throughout the match. Rising stars like Jaida Parker, Roxanne Perez, Giulia, and Stephanie Vaquer shone brightly, with Perez making it all the way to the final two. Additionally, former TNA star and current WWE standout Jordynne Grace delivered an electrifying performance, hinting at potential storylines involving Naomi, Bianca Belair, and Jade Cargill.
What’s Next For Charlotte Flair?
Charlotte Flair’s victory positions her as one of WWE’s top competitors heading into WrestleMania. Fans are buzzing about the possibility of her headlining the event and the showdown she might face. But beyond the winner, the Women’s Royal Rumble match left the WWE Universe with plenty of exciting questions: Will Alexa Bliss build on her comeback? What’s next for NXT’s breakout stars? Could legends like Trish Stratus and Nikki Bella extend their returns into more heated rivalries? The road to WrestleMania is officially underway, and the Royal Rumble set the stage for an unforgettable season of WWE action.
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