Roman Reigns and Liv Morgan Triumph at Royal Rumble, Secure WrestleMania 42 Title Shots
WWE’s Royal Rumble event on January 31, 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, witnessed two major victories. Roman Reigns and Liv Morgan emerged triumphant, securing their chances for championship titles at WrestleMania 42.
Roman Reigns Claims Victory
Entering the men’s Royal Rumble match at position 26, Roman Reigns displayed tremendous skill. He eliminated five competitors on his way to victory. Key opponents included Logan Paul, Cody Rhodes, Jey Uso, and Randy Orton.
The competition was fierce. Drew McIntyre, after retaining his Undisputed WWE Championship earlier that night, inadvertently assisted Reigns by eliminating Rhodes. After managing to push out Jacob Fatu, Reigns faced off against Orton and Gunther in the final moments.
Final Showdown
Reigns and Gunther fought intensely, avoiding elimination with every move. In a decisive moment, Reigns delivered a spear that led to Gunther’s elimination, marking his second Royal Rumble win.
Liv Morgan’s Resounding Comeback
Liv Morgan’s victory in the women’s Royal Rumble proved to be a remarkable comeback. After suffering a dislocated shoulder that sidelined her for five months, she returned at Survivor Series: WarGames.
Performing against the odds, Morgan eliminated her close friend Raquel Rodriguez during the match. The final three contestants featured returning star Tiffany Stratton and NXT competitor Sol Ruca. Morgan overcame Stratton with a modified Oblivion for the win.
Potential Championship Matchups
- Liv Morgan is set to choose between facing Jade Cargill or Stephanie Vaquer for the women’s title.
- Roman Reigns will compete for the title against either Drew McIntyre or CM Punk.
Both victories at the Royal Rumble highlight the resilience and determination of these athletes. As WrestleMania 42 approaches, the stakes are higher than ever for Reigns and Morgan.
