AJ Styles Retires as Reigns and Morgan Triumph at WWE Royal Rumble
WWE kicked off the journey to WrestleMania 42 with the Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia. The event took place on Saturday at KAFD in Riyadh, bringing together thrilling matches and dramatic moments.
Highlights from WWE Royal Rumble
The event featured both the men’s and women’s Royal Rumble matches. Roman Reigns emerged victorious in the men’s division, while Liv Morgan took the title in the women’s match.
Championship Defenses
In a significant bout, Drew McIntyre successfully defended his Undisputed WWE Championship. He faced Sami Zayn, dominating the match and retaining his title.
A Career Ends
The night also marked the retirement of AJ Styles. In a match against Gunther, Styles put his career on the line but lost by submission, bringing his tenure in professional wrestling to a close.
Summary of WWE Royal Rumble Events
- Location: KAFD, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Event Date: Saturday
- Men’s Royal Rumble Winner: Roman Reigns
- Women’s Royal Rumble Winner: Liv Morgan
- Championship Match: Drew McIntyre vs. Sami Zayn (McIntyre retained)
- AJ Styles’ Retirement: Lost to Gunther by submission
This year’s Royal Rumble laid the groundwork for WrestleMania 42, building excitement among fans. As stars rise and careers conclude, all eyes will be on the future of WWE.
