Royal Rumble 2024 looms on the horizon, and the WWE universe is abuzz with anticipation for the upcoming event. Vince McMahon’s ongoing challenges have become a focal point in the wrestling community as the countdown to the first Premium Live Event of the year begins.
While the roster for the event is expected to feature many top names, there are surprising omissions that disappoint fans. Regrettably, a handful of prominent WWE superstars will not be gracing the stage at the Royal Rumble 2024 event on Saturday.
In this narrative, we delve into the details of the top five WWE superstars who will be conspicuously absent from the Royal Rumble 2024 lineup.
Royal Rumble 2024 boasts only four advertised matches, with the two traditional Rumble Matches poised to take center stage. Notably, Iyo Sky, the WWE Smackdown Women’s champion, will not be defending her title during the event. This adds to the list of significant titles, including those of Big E and Seth Rollins, that won’t be contested, with Roman Reigns being the sole champion defending his belt at the event.
The absence of former champion Big E is attributed to a severe injury sustained during a match with Ridge Holland. Unfortunately, this setback has kept the New Day member off television, casting a shadow over his wrestling future and causing him to miss yet another Royal Rumble.
WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins will also be missing from Royal Rumble 2024 due to a leg injury suffered in a match against Jinder Mahal on Monday Night RAW. The organization has opted for caution, urging the 37-year-old ‘Monday Night Messiah’ to rest and avoid exacerbating the injury as the WrestleMania season approaches.
Charlotte Flair, considered one of the era’s best women’s wrestlers, finds herself on the sidelines due to a significant injury sustained during a match with Asuka. Reports suggest a prolonged absence from the ring for the multiple-time champion due to the severity of her injury.
Rhea Ripley, the title holder from Judgment Day, is also absent from the Royal Rumble event, with expectations that she will defend her crown when WWE heads Down Under for the Elimination Chamber Premium Live Event in February.
As the new year kicks off, Royal Rumble stands as the inaugural mega event in the WWE calendar. For fans, it’s an opportunity to witness their favorite wrestlers in action, a tradition dating back to the late 1980s. For superstars, it’s a chance to vie for world championships at WrestleMania, making Royal Rumble a pivotal event in the annual calendar.
In anticipation of Royal Rumble 2024, attention turns to five WWE superstars who have achieved multiple Royal Rumble victories in the past two decades. Edge’s historic comeback in 2021 and subsequent win, Batista’s dual triumphs in 2005 and 2014, Brock Lesnar’s ruthless dominance in 2003 and 2022, Randy Orton’s unpredictable victories in 2009 and 2017, and John Cena’s dual wins in 2008 and 2013 highlight their remarkable achievements.
Looking ahead, the article touches upon the Day 1 Event in the first Monday Night Raw of the year, featuring a showdown between Seth Rollins and Drew McIntyre for the World Title.
Despite being currently sidelined due to injury, Rey Mysterio is expected to make a triumphant return, possibly gracing the Royal Rumble 2024 event with his presence. Speculation surrounding Brock Lesnar’s involvement in the event adds to the intrigue, with fans pondering his role in WrestleMania 40.
John Cena’s recent absence from the WWE landscape is noted, raising the prospect of his return at Royal Rumble 2024, an event that could ignite the audience if his familiar “My Time Is Now” music resonates through the arena.
Trish Stratus, a revered figure in women’s wrestling, expresses a desire to make a comeback after a feud with Becky Lynch. Royal Rumble 2024 emerges as a potential stage for her return, adding another layer of excitement.
The article concludes with rumors surrounding Mercedes Mone, formerly known as ‘THE BOSS,’ hinting at her potential return to WWE and a surprise appearance at Royal Rumble 2024 in Florida.