WWE Royal Rumble 2026 is finally here, and you know the event is going to be huge. The company's iconic wrestling event has racked up a strong match card -- with room for plenty of surprises -- ensuring this Royal Rumble will be one for the record books.
This Premium Live Event is also making history this year as the 39th Royal Rumble takes place, for the first time ever, outside North America in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The professional wrestling battle royale hits the global stage with a formidable amount of buzz. Whoever wins the Men's and Women's 30-person Royal Rumble matches will get their shot at the world championship belt of their choosing at Wrestlemania 42. Last year's Rumble saw Jey Uso walk away the winner, besting John Cena in the process, and he went on to win the World Heavyweight Championship title from Gunther.
This year, it's anyone's game, and the rumors are swirling.
Bronn Breaker and the rest of the Vision were announced as entrants during this week's Monday Night RAW. Will the crew remain a cohesive unit and send Breaker to Wrestlemania? Or will there be infighting on the big day? Will Seth "Freakin" Rollins make an appearance after his extended absence due to injury? Is Chris Jericho coming back to WWE, since his AEW contract ended in 2025? The company is keeping things close to the vest, further fueling speculation.
That said, the match I am most excited for, though, is AJ Styles and Gunther. The Ring General (now known as The Career Killer) has quickly cemented a reputation for ending careers -- he put away Goldberg and Cena, and now has his sights on Styles. Will this rematch find the Phenomenal One victorious, or will he be forced to retire earlier than planned?
What should viewers expect this time around? Read on to find out everything you need to know about WWE's 39th annual Royal Rumble.
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WWE Royal Rumble 2026 match card
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