The 2025 Royal Rumble is approaching, and with it comes a plethora of surprises for the WWE Universe. One of the most exciting events on WWE’s pay-per-view schedule, the Royal Rumble represents a unique storytelling opportunity with its 30 superstar matches. The winners of both contests earn title shots at WrestleMania, making the stakes incredibly high. The event is also known for its returns and debuts, which can boost the competition to new heights.
Several big names from across the industry could pop up in the Royal Rumble matches, making it a truly unpredictable and exciting event. One potential surprise entrant is Jordynne Grace, who impressed audiences with her performance in last year’s Royal Rumble match. With her experience in NXT and her ability to connect with the crowd, Grace could be a natural fit for the 2025 Royal Rumble.
Another surprise candidate is Aleister Black, who has been a topic of debate regarding his status in AEW. If he were to leave the promotion, Black could make a big return in the Royal Rumble, bringing his unique style and charisma to the competition. Dustin Rhodes, aka Goldust, could also be a surprise entrant, as his contract with ROH is set to expire in the coming months. With his status as a ROH Tag Team Champion and his experience in WWE, Rhodes could be a force to be reckoned with in the Royal Rumble.
TNA’s most popular star, Joe Hendry, could also make an appearance in the Royal Rumble. With his natural charisma and ability to craft catchy themes, Hendry has become a fan favorite. His popularity has been utilized in his appearances on NXT, and he could be an easy way to keep the relationship between TNA and WWE going.
The 2025 Royal Rumble could also be the last hurrah for a WWE legend, such as John Cena, who mentioned that certain pay-per-view events would be the final shows of his career. With his impressive track record and his ability to connect with the crowd, Cena would be a sentimental favorite as he competes in the Royal Rumble. The match could also set up his WrestleMania program, with the winner of the match potentially being one of the final opponents of his career.
Another surprise entrant could be Pentagon Jr., who has been absent from AEW programming for months. With his contract situation uncertain, Pentagon Jr. could emerge as a surprise entrant in the Royal Rumble, bringing his unique luchador style to the competition. Finally, the People’s Champ, The Rock, could make a surprise appearance in the Royal Rumble. With his history of competing in past Royal Rumbles and his spot on the board of directors, The Rock could give himself the last spot in the match, setting up a potentially epic match for WrestleMania.
The 2025 Royal Rumble promises to be an unpredictable and exciting event, with a plethora of surprises in store for the WWE Universe. With the likes of Jordynne Grace, Aleister Black, Dustin Rhodes, Joe Hendry, John Cena, and Pentagon Jr. potentially making appearances, this year’s Royal Rumble is shaping up to be one for the ages.
