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WWE Fans Are Fearing The Worst For Royal Rumble Favorite Who Didn't Show Up

Liv Morgan was the betting favorite to win this year's women's Royal Rumble, and that's exactly what happened. Right after her on the list of likely winners, however, was Bianca Belair.

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WWE Set to Make Major Production Change on Future Saudi Arabia Shows

The first-ever WWE Royal Rumble event from Saudi Arabia is in the books and was a memorable way to kick off the Road to WrestleMania. This year's Royal Rumble match winners were Liv Morgan and Roman Reigns.

Roman Reigns News / Wrestling on SI / February 2

Update on WrestleMania World Title Matches Following Roman Reigns' Royal Rumble Win

Roman Reigns is heading back to the main event of WrestleMania for the sixth consecutive year, after he won the Men's Royal Rumble Match this past Saturday afternoon in Saudi Arabia.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / February 2

Shane McMahon emotionally addresses AJ Styles’ WWE retirement

On Jan. 31, 2026, Gunther defeated AJ Styles to send the veteran into retirement. Facing “The Ring General” in a retirement match, Styles lost the bout, forcefully finishing his career in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

Second Masked Assailant at WWE Royal Rumble 2026 – The Leading Candidates

Triple H sure does like to pull the masked assailant angle off, doesn’t he? After tugging at that string only a few months ago, at the Survivor Series, he went back to the well at the Royal Rumble.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / February 2

Rising WWE star breaks silence on ‘favorite’ Brock Lesnar Royal Rumble moment

While his elimination was sudden, WWE Superstar Ilja Dragunov enjoyed his interaction with the “Beast Incarnate” Brock Lesnar at the Royal Rumble. Dragunov reposted Paul Heyman’s post on his Instagram Stories of a picture of himself with Lesnar during the match.

Bron Breakker News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

Analyzing the Attack on Bron Breakker at the 2026 WWE Royal Rumble

Roman Reigns triumphed over twenty-nine men to win the 2026 Men’s Royal Rumble, earning him a trip to WrestleMania: Vegas. Coming out of the match, that was a huge talking point amongst fans.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / February 2

WWE’s Gunther breaks silence with 3 words after retiring AJ Styles

The legendary career of the “Phenomenal One” AJ Styles came to an end at the 2026 WWE Royal Rumble at the hands of Gunther. The “Ring General” was not shy about letting everyone hear it.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

How AEW Built an International Talent Pipeline (Where Others Failed)

All Elite Wrestling (AEW) has quietly constructed one of the most effective international talent pipelines in modern professional wrestling. While global recruitment is not new to the industry, few promotions have managed to integrate international wrestlers into their core storytelling in a consistent and sustainable way.

Roman Reigns News / The Sportster / February 2

WWE WrestleMania 42 Main Events Revealed - Who is Reigns Choosing?

Roman Reigns won the 2026 Royal Rumble on Saturday to punch his ticket to the main event of WrestleMania 42. It's now been revealed which world title he is expected to challenge for at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada, this April.

Wrestling News / Let Them Wrestle / February 2

WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 Predictions After Royal Rumble: Gunther Will Maim CM Punk

WWE Elimination Chamber 2026, the last pit stop before WrestleMania 42, is the talk of the town in the pro wrestling community now that the Royal Rumble is in the rearview mirror.

CM Punk News / Wrestling on SI / February 1

CM Punk Shares His Thoughts on Lexis King’s WWE Future

CM Punk sees big things in the future of WWE NXT Superstar Lexis King. Lexis King (FKA Brian Pillman Jr.) and CM Punk spent a couple of years together in All Elite Wrestling.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / February 1

Shane McMahon Breaks Silence Over the End of AJ Styles WWE Career

AJ Styles' WWE career ended over the weekend at the Royal Rumble, and many names are stepping forward to celebrate his legacy. Saturday afternoon at Royal Rumble, Styles competed in his final WWE match, losing to Gunther after passing out in a rear naked choke.

Brie Bella News / Wrestling on SI / February 1

New Report Answers Whether Brie Bella’s Royal Rumble Return Was a One-Off

WWE Hall of Famer Brie Bella made her shocking return to the company over the weekend at the Royal Rumble premium live event. Brie Mode was once again activated in WWE this weekend when the former Divas Champion made her shocking return to the company on Saturday.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / February 1

WWE Royal Rumble 2026: The 5 Longest Times Spent in the Match

The road to WrestleMania 42 is officially underway with the Royal Rumble kicking things off. However, for the first time in history, the Royal Rumble was held outside of North America in Saudi Arabia.

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Chris Jericho News / Wrestling on SI / February 1

The Latest on Chris Jericho After Not Appearing at the WWE Royal Rumble

Chris Jericho remains missing in action from the professional wrestling world and it's still not clear when he'll show back up on television, or what company will book that eventual appearance.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / February 1

The Rock's Daughter Ava Publishes Polarizing Social Media Post After Leaving WWE

Simone Johnson, formerly known as NXT General Manager Ava, is making some headlines on her way out of WWE. The 24-year-old announced on social media last week that she had decided not to re-sign with the company, and that she had already made her final appearance on NXT programming.

The Rock News / Total Apex Sports / February 1

NASCAR At Rockingham : Winter Storm Forces O’Reilly and Craftsman Tests To Be Rescheduled To Feb. 6

Mother Nature just won’t cut “The Rock” a break. Therefore, NASCAR fans hoping to hear engines echo through Rockingham Speedway will have to wait a little longer.

Bron Breakker News / Total Pro Sports / February 1

Who Was Behind Bron Breakker’s Mystery Attack at the Royal Rumble?

The 2026 Royal Rumble delivered its usual chaos, surprises, and shocking eliminations—but one moment stood out above the rest. Bron Breakker, one of WWE’s fastest-rising stars, was taken out under highly suspicious circumstances after being mysteriously attacked by a masked individual.