WWE Royal Rumble is the first major event of 2025 which will kick off the company’s spectacular yearly PLE calendar. Apart from the two Royal Rumble matches at the event, a few championship matches will also be featured at this year’s PLE.
Considering that the event is an important one, it’s worth noting that major storyline shifts can be expected at the Royal Rumble.
So here’s a list of all the matches that have been announced for this PLE on February 1, 2025 and our predictions for who’s set to win them.
All matches at WWE Royal Rumble and match card winner predictions
The following matches have been announced for the event so far:
- Women’s over the top elimination Royal Rumble
- Men’s over the top elimination Royal Rumble
- Cody Rhodes vs Kevin Owens in a Ladder Match for the Undisputed WWE Championship
- DIY vs Motor City Machine Guns in a 2 out of 3 Falls for the Tag Team Championship
Women’s over the top elimination Royal Rumble
The Women’s Royal Rumble is an interesting mix and it is hard to predict the winner because a lot of big names might just end up appearing at the event. With Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair’s return imminent, it’ll be interesting to see if they make it to the match to begin with.
Considering that Tiffany Stratton’s being pushed for a match at WrestleMania, it’s likely that Charlotte Flair picks up the win, should she show up at the Rumble. Bianca Belair is also being considered for a win, but she’s still involved in a tag team scenario so she might have to sit out on this victory.
Our prediction: Charlotte Flair wins.
Men’s over the top elimination Royal Rumble
One of the most anticipated matches of the night, the Men’s Royal Rumble will see some of the biggest names of the company fighting it out for a championship shot at the Show of Shows, WrestleMania.
Ideally, if The Rock does end up showing in the match, then he’s walking out of the event with a WrestleMania title shot, which will in turn reignite his feud with Cody Rhodes. Cm Punk is also a strong contender and might be the last man standing in the ring. That however, might not be the case at all, and Cena might pick up the win here, securing the WrestleMania main event spot for himself.
Our prediction: John Cena wins.
DIY vs Motor City Machine Guns in a 2 out of 3 Falls for the Tag Team Championship
Motor City Machine Guns have set an exemplary record in the Stamford-based promotion, ever since they were called up to the main brands from NXT. While they’re yet to pick up their titles from DIY, there’s a chance that they’ll finally do it at Royal Rumble.
Although this is a 2 falls out of 3 match, it’s going to be a long drawn match, and will all boil down to the team with the most amount of stamina. They’ve got a lot of steam behind them, and this title victory could do them a world of good.
Our prediction: Motor City Machine Guns win.
Cody Rhodes vs Kevin Owens in a Ladder Match for the Undisputed WWE Championship
Probably the most important match of the night, Kevin Owens and Cody Rhodes will face off in a Ladder Match for the Undisputed WWE Championship. While Kevin Owens has proved his mettle and could win the title, it’s likely that he won’t walk out with the belt in hand.
With John Cena back in the company, there’s a high chance that he’ll want to take a shot at the top wrestler in the company, and with Roman Reigns not holding any title right now, Cody Rhodes is the best bet.
Our prediction: Cody Rhodes retains the title.
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