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Cody Rhodes explains what a third Royal Rumble win would mean for his career

Cody Rhodes said there’s a target on his back heading into the 2026 Royal Rumble. That’s something the former WWE Champion is used to. Saturday’s event will be a special one for Rhodes, however.

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A Rivalry Renewed: Tommaso Ciampa on Facing Mark Briscoe for the First Time in 12 Years (Exclusive)

It's a big day in the world of professional wrestling as Tommaso Ciampa is set to make his in-ring debut for AEW. What? Is there something else going on today?

The Rock News / HITC / January 31

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson’s daughter announces WWE exit despite father being on TKO board

Ava has announced her exit from WWE in a decision that comes despite her father’s ongoing role at the top of the company’s ownership structure. Ava, real name Simone Garcia Johnson, the daughter of Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, has confirmed she is leaving WWE after choosing not to renew her contract.

Triple H News / Wrestling on SI / January 31

Every Confirmed Participant for the WWE Royal Rumble Matches & Potential Surprises

The 39th annual WWE Royal Rumble is upon us, and it could be a big one. Several Superstars have a chance to make history today, including Cody Rhodes, Brock Lesnar, Randy Orton and Charlotte Flair.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / January 31

Roman Reigns is favored at 2026 WWE Royal Rumble, but this underdog should pull off upset

It feels like a foregone conclusion that former Undisputed WWE Champion Roman Reigns will win the Royal Rumble in 2026, and the “Tribal Chief” may be on his way to reclaiming his place atop the promotion.

Matt Cardona News / Last Word On Sports / January 31

Why WWE Wanted Matt Cardona and Not Zack Ryder

Matt Cardona officially returned as part of the WWE roster on January 2nd. Many WWE fans know him as Zack Ryder, but now he gets to show everyone how he

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / January 31

WWE Royal Rumble 2026: Start Time, Match Card

Two superstars will punch their ticket to WWE WrestleMania 42 at the 2026 Royal Rumble in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. WWE Chief Content Officer Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque has teased surprises for both the Men’s and Women’s Royal Rumble matches, which makes for quite the setup entering the annual over-the-top-rope battle royal.

Carmelo Hayes News / Last Word On Sports / January 31

Was Rey Fenix Able to Beat Carmelo Hayes for the U.S0 Title on 1/30 WWE SmackDown?

Carmelo Hayes has had an excellent run as WWE United States Champion. He beat Ilja Dragunov for the title on the December 19, 2025, episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / January 30

WWE Friday Night SmackDown Results and Recap: The Vision Faces WWE's Fantastic Four (January 30, 2026)

This article contains spoilers and results from WWE Friday Night SmackDown for January 30, 2026. You have been warned!We're one day out from the very first international WWERoyal Rumble, and everyone is ready for their opportunity to main event WrestleMania 42.

Triple H News / Wrestling on SI / January 30

Major Update on Powerhouse Hobbs Ahead of the WWE Royal Rumble

WWE Chief Content Officer Paul 'Triple H' Levesque promised a number of surprises at the Royal Rumble on Saturday, and one of them may have just been spoiled.

The Rock News / Last Word On Sports / January 30

'It Has Been an Honor and a Privilege to be Ava': The Rock’s Daughter Announces She is Done with WWE

Simone Johnson (WWE’s Ava Raine) announced on Thursday that Tuesday was her final appearance in WWE as she has left the company. In a statement posted on her Instagram account, the Rock’s daughter announced the news, writing, “This past Tuesday was my last appearance on NXT & subsequently WWE.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / January 30

Former WWE Champion and Potential Royal Rumble Surprise Shares Neck Injury Update

Best known as one half of The Hardy Boyz, Jeff and Matt Hardy are still competing at a high level well into their careers—and still holding championship gold.

Wrestling News / Total Pro Sports / January 30

Matt Hardy Believes Seth Rollins Will Return at WWE Royal Rumble 2026

WWE fans are buzzing ahead of Royal Rumble 2026, and one of the biggest talking points involves Seth Rollins, one of the company’s most popular and accomplished superstars.

Chris Jericho News / The Sportster / January 30

Chris Jericho Isn't Returning to WWE at the Royal Rumble and Here’s Why

Chris Jericho's potential return to WWE has been one of the hottest topics in the pro wrestling world ever since news broke of his AEW contract expiring at the end of 2025.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / January 30

Exclusive: WWE’s Lyra Valkyria ‘eliminates’ 2 colors for Royal Rumble gear

When you see WWE Superstar Lyra Valkyria in the 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble, she will be wearing unique ring gear. However, there are two colors she already ruled out for her gear.

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / January 30

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT 1/29 Recap: Steve Maclin Fired, Eddie Edwards Confronts Mike Santana

Just one week following The System’s betrayal of Moose and JDC, TNA iMPACT emanated from the Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque. Former Fir$t Cla$$ stablemates AJ Francis and Rich Swann went one-on-one in a grudge match.

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Braun Strowman News / Total Apex Sports / January 29

Braun Strowman Hospitalized: The Serious Knee Infection Sidelining the Former WWE Star

Usually, when wrestling fans think of Braun Strowman, they picture the “Monster Among Men”. But seeing the man behind the monster, Adam Scherr, in a hospital bed is a stark reminder of the physical toll professional wrestling takes.

Tiffany Stratton News / Athlon Sports / January 29

WWE Royal Rumble 2026: Tiffany Stratton, McAfee & Rumor Updates

It’s officially WWE Royal Rumble 2026 weekend, and the buzz is very real. With WWE talent now in Riyadh and the event less than 48 hours away, the internet is doing what it always does this time of year—circulating reports, travel sightings, contract chatter, leaks, spoilers, speculation, and long-shot dreams.

Wrestling News / Total Pro Sports / January 29