The 2023 Men’s Royal Rumble match just got stacked.
During the January 13, 2023, edition of WWE SmackDown, both Rey Mysterio and GUNTHER revealed they’ll be entering the Men’s Royal Rumble to earn a shot at the WrestleMania 39 main event. Mysterio cut an in-ring promo before he was rudely interrupted by Karrion Kross and Scarlett.
For those wondering, Mysterio will join GUNTHER, Kofi Kingston, Santos Escobar, Ricochet, Austin Theory, Seth Rollins, Bobby Lashley, Baron Corbin and 21 other men inside the rumble.
Raquel Rodriguez also declared her spot for the Women’s Royal Rumble Match on SmackDown. She will compete in the Women’s Royal Rumble Match alongside Liv Morgan, Candice LeRae, Rhea Ripley, and 36 other participants.
The 2023 WWE Royal Rumble Premium Live Event will emanate live from The Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas on Saturday, January 28. The updated card is as follows:
Live Performance: Hardy performs his “Sold Out” single
30-Man Royal Rumble Match
WWE United States Champion Austin Theory vs. WWE Intercontinental Champion GUNTHER vs. WWE NXT Tag Team Champion Kofi Kingston vs. Rey Mysterio vs. Ricochet vs. Santos Escobar vs. Seth Rollins vs. Bobby Lashley vs. Baron Corbin vs. TBA
Winner earns a title shot at WrestleMania 39.
30-Woman Royal Rumble Match
Rhea Ripley vs. Candice LeRae vs. Liv Morgan vs. Raquel Rodriguez vs. TBA
Winner earns a title shot at WrestleMania 39.
Undisputed WWE Universal Championship Match
Roman Reigns (c) vs. Kevin Owens
Pitch Black Match
Bray Wyatt vs. LA Knight
