WWE Royal Rumble for dummies: 5 simple rules to decode the event

#3 Over the top rope elimination only

Hanging on for survival

If you have watched at least one WWE show, you will be equipped with the basic knowledge that a pinfall or a submission is often the way to legally win a match. The Rumble, however, is different.

Here, one needs to eliminate his opposition by tossing him over the top rope of the ring only. Add to that, both of the Superstar’s feet must touch the ground for him to be eliminated from the competition.

If the Superstar is eliminated, he cannot get back into the match setup and there are plenty of referees on either side of the ring to ensure this.