The 2025 WWE Royal Rumble delivered on every level, featuring shocking eliminations, intense rivalries, and two winners who have now cemented their path to WrestleMania 41. Jey Uso and Charlotte Flair stood tall in their respective matches, securing world championship opportunities on the grandest stage of them all. With unexpected twists and major title defenses, this year’s event left fans buzzing.
Jey Uso Wins Men’s Royal Rumble, Sets His Sights on WrestleMania
Jey Uso, entering at No. 24, pulled off a massive victory by outlasting 29 other competitors, including a determined John Cena, who finished as the runner-up. The moment was electric as Jey tossed Cena over the top rope, making history with his first-ever Royal Rumble win.
- The final four included Jey Uso, John Cena, Gunther, and LA Knight, each battling for their WrestleMania moment.
- Cena and Uso’s intense final showdown had fans on the edge of their seats before Jey delivered the decisive blow.
- Cena, ever the veteran, showed class by raising Jey’s hand in victory, signaling the beginning of a new era.
With the win, Jey now holds the golden ticket to challenge for a world championship at WrestleMania. Will he go after Cody Rhodes’ Undisputed WWE Championship, or will he take another route? The WWE Universe eagerly awaits his decision.
Charlotte Flair Dominates Women’s Royal Rumble, Sets Up Blockbuster WrestleMania Match
Charlotte Flair added another historic accolade to her resume by winning the Women’s Royal Rumble, securing her spot in a championship match at WrestleMania 41. She eliminated NXT’s Roxanne Perez in the final moments, proving that she remains one of WWE’s most dominant forces.
Perez put up a fight, eliminating Nia Jax before finding herself face-to-face with “The Queen.” Flair’s devastating big boot sent Perez over the top rope, ending an impressive performance from the NXT star.
With this victory, Charlotte now has the chance to challenge for the WWE Women’s Championship. The question remains: Will she aim for Rhea Ripley’s title, reigniting their heated rivalry?
Cody Rhodes Retains Undisputed WWE Championship in a Brutal Ladder Match
Cody Rhodes successfully defended his Undisputed WWE Championship against Kevin Owens in a ladder match that took brutality to another level. Both men put their bodies on the line, using steel ladders as weapons and launching themselves off them in desperation.
- Owens came within inches of victory, touching the championship before Rhodes yanked him down.
- A Cross Rhodes from the top of a ladder proved to be the final blow, allowing Cody to climb and retrieve his title.
- The champion now looks ahead, knowing Jey Uso could challenge him at WrestleMania.
With the title still in Rhodes’ possession, the road to WrestleMania is shaping up to be unpredictable.
Tag Team Championships: DIY Survive Against the Motor City Machine Guns
In one of the night’s most technically sound matches, Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa (DIY) successfully defended their WWE Tag Team Championships against the Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin).
This 2-out-of-3 Falls Match had everything: high-flying moments, counter-heavy sequences, and outside interference. The final fall saw an assist from the Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford), who took out Shelley before DIY capitalized.
A rematch may be inevitable, but for now, Gargano and Ciampa remain on top of the tag team division.
What’s Next After the Royal Rumble?
With WrestleMania 41 on the horizon, the winners of the Royal Rumble must now decide their championship targets. Jey Uso’s emotional win sets up one of the biggest moments of his career, but who will he challenge? Charlotte Flair is in a similar position, with the option to face either Rhea Ripley or the SmackDown Women’s Champion.
Meanwhile, Cody Rhodes continues his reign, but Kevin Owens will likely demand another shot. The fallout from this event is bound to shake up WWE’s biggest storylines heading into the biggest show of the year.