The 2024 rendition of the Royal Rumble, a flagship extravaganza of professional wrestling orchestrated by WWE, unfolded on January 27th at the illustrious Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida. This marked the 37th iteration of the event, drawing in enthusiasts via both pay-per-view and live stream mediums, showcasing the formidable talents from across WWE’s triumvirate of brand divisions. Notably, it echoed the third instance of the Royal Rumble gracing the Tampa Bay locale, following the footprints of the 1995 and 2021 editions. However, distinguishing itself, this occasion marked the first live-audience experience at Tropicana Field for a Royal Rumble, unlike its predecessor in 2021 which unfolded amidst the silence of the ThunderDome due to the looming specter of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Central to the event’s allure is the eponymous Royal Rumble match, a sprawling contest where the victor traditionally secures a shot at the World Championship come WrestleMania. In a departure from convention, the winners of the 2024 affair were granted the privilege of selecting their battleground for WrestleMania XL. The men’s champion had the prerogative to vie for either Raw’s World Heavyweight Championship or SmackDown’s illustrious Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. Similarly, the women’s champion had the liberty to choose between Raw’s Women’s World Championship and the esteemed WWE Women’s Championship from SmackDown.
The opening spectacle, the women’s Royal Rumble match, witnessed Bayley from the SmackDown roster etch her name in the annals of history, clinching victory and concurrently setting a new endurance record with a remarkable duration of 1 hour, 3 minutes, and 3 seconds. Meanwhile, headlining the event, the men’s Royal Rumble saw Raw’s Cody Rhodes emerge triumphant for the second consecutive year, thus etching his name alongside the elite echelons of “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, Shawn Michaels, and Hulk Hogan as the only individuals to clinch back-to-back victories in Royal Rumble history.
Beyond the marquee Rumble matches, the event boasted two additional fervent encounters, both contending for SmackDown championships. In a riveting fatal four-way melee, Roman Reigns retained the esteemed Undisputed WWE Universal Championship against the formidable trio of Randy Orton, LA Knight, and AJ Styles. Meanwhile, in a separate clash, Logan Paul managed to stave off Kevin Owens’ challenge, albeit via disqualification, to preserve his reign as the WWE United States Champion.
Noteworthy moments further embellished the spectacle, notably marking the WWE in-ring debut of Jade Cargill, a recent signee who stepped into the fray in September 2023. The surprise appearance of TNA Knockouts World Champion Jordynne Grace from Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) added an extra layer of intrigue to the women’s Royal Rumble. Additionally, the event witnessed the homecomings of Naomi, Liv Morgan, Andrade, and Omos, injecting a nostalgic fervor into the proceedings. Not to be overshadowed, the men’s Rumble match marked a pivotal milestone as CM Punk made his long-awaited return to televised WWE action, marking his first appearance since the 2014 Royal Rumble.
How to watch WWE Royal Rumble 2024
To watch WWE Royal Rumble 2024, you have several options depending on your preferences and location:
WWE Network: If you’re a subscriber to the WWE Network (now known as WWE Network on Peacock in the United States), you can stream the Royal Rumble live as part of your subscription. Just log in to your WWE Network account and navigate to the live events section on the day of the Royal Rumble to access the stream.
Peacock (for U.S. viewers): In the United States, WWE Network content is now exclusively available on Peacock. If you’re a Peacock subscriber, you can watch the Royal Rumble live as part of your subscription. Simply log in to your Peacock account and navigate to the WWE section to access the live stream.
Digital Platforms: Depending on your region, WWE may offer the option to purchase and stream the Royal Rumble event through digital platforms such as iTunes, Google Play, or Amazon Prime Video.
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Kick Off Show
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Results
| Match | Winner |
| 30-Woman Royal Rumble match | Bayley |
| Undisputed WWE Universal Championship | Roman Reigns (c) (with Paul Heyman) defeated AJ Styles, LA Knight, and Randy Orton |
| WWE United States Championship | Logan Paul (c) defeated Kevin Owens |
| 30-Men Royal Rumble match | Cody Rhodes |