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The 2025 WWE Royal Rumble is only a few weeks away. The men’s and women’s Royal Rumble matches are arguably the most entertaining matches WWE offers throughout the year.
This year will be special as many top returning stars could participate in the contest. Fans could see Drew McIntyre, John Cena, CM Punk, and even The Rock battle it out in the all-important match for a world championship opportunity.
Meanwhile, stars like Joe Hendry from TNA could appear during the match while AJ Styles could return to the ring. Becoming the final four stars left in the ring for the contest will be a dream for many as it could lead to a Rumble victory.
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Check out the four possible stars who could end up as the final competitors in the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble.
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#4. John Cena will say goodbye to WWE in 2025
John Cena’s retirement tour will kick off on January 6, 2025, on the Netflix premiere of WWE RAW. The Greatest of All Time is prepared to bow out of the ring by the end of the year.
Cena will be looking to face some big names during his time in the company. He could give many younger stars the right rub on his way out. However, he could also look to get a world championship match by competing in the Royal Rumble.
If John Cena enters the Rumble match, then WWE will likely have him feature in the final four because of the sheer star power he possesses as a babyface. He would also have a great chance of winning the contest as WWE could look to give him a big final WrestleMania match.
The Cenation Leader could win the 30-man Royal Rumble to challenge Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship. The two could have a great match, especially if John Cena walks into it hoping to give Gunther another big win and a major boost as a heel.
#3. The Rock could return to a huge pop
The Rock will likely return to the squared circle for a match in WWE this year. The Final Boss had a marquee match alongside Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40 Night One.
Rock is rumored to return at the RAW premiere on Netflix after his previous appearance at WWE Bad Blood. He could let the WWE Universe know of his plans for 2025. If he continues with The Final Boss character, he could misuse his authority and could enter the Rumble match last and end up in the final four of the contest.
He will be a favorite to win the contest, especially if he enters that late, because of his aura and star power. The Rock could win the contest after eliminating Seth Rollins or Roman Reigns last to earn himself a world championship match for WrestleMania 41. At the show, he could challenge last year’s Royal Rumble winner Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship.
Rumors suggest Goldberg will face Gunther for the World Heavyweight Title at WrestleMania. That’d mean the Rumble winner will challenge Rhodes, who could face The Final Boss in a one-on-one contest this year.
#2. CM Punk will be a favorite to win the 2025 Royal Rumble
CM Punk has enjoyed being at the top of the RAW brand since his return to WWE. Triple H has booked him in great matches and rivalries to keep him at the top of the show.
Punk is currently in a rivalry with Seth Rollins, and the two men will likely continue it past Royal Rumble 2025. That could see them vent their frustration at each other during the 30-man elimination match if they come face to face.
The Saint City Saint could eliminate Roman Reigns last to win the 2025 Royal Rumble. The win would earn him a world title match and also fulfill his desire to main-event WrestleMania.
As a babyface, fans could see him challenge Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship. The two stars could put on a blockbuster match where Punk could win the title while continuing his rivalry with The Visionary.
#1. WWE WrestleMania 41 wouldn't be the same without Roman Reigns in the main event
Roman Reigns could enter his first Royal Rumble match since 2020 this year. He has enjoyed being a top champion in the previous four Rumble Premium Live Events before things changed for The OTC in 2024.
This year’s Royal Rumble could see Roman Reigns enter the contest as one of the final entrants. It could allow him to stay fresh and be part of the final four contestants left standing in the match.
Reigns could then go on to eliminate The Rock, John Cena, or CM Punk from the match to earn himself another WrestleMania main event contest. The victory could see him challenge Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship.
While Rhodes and Reigns did make a deal to fight Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu at Bad Blood, the rivalry between the two stars may still not be over. They could have their third consecutive WrestleMania main event match against each other.
