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WWE Royal Rumble 2025 is about to invade the state of Indiana, Indianapolis this Saturday. This will be the first Premium Live Event of 2025 for the company and a major name is rumored to be a part of the show, The Final Boss, The Rock.
He has been speculated to appear at the show since his return on RAW on Netflix’s debut show. Despite the fame and star power he commands, WWE can put on a spectacular show without him. This majorly directs to the current crop of WWE appearing on a regular basis than The Rock.
With the current line-up announced and a roster full of talented in-ring competitors, here are those six top names who can make the show a grand spectacle without The Rock’s involvement.
6Seth Rollins
Seth Rollins is the true workhorse ofWWE‘s modern era. The Visionary has been a captivating figure for the company since his debut in 2012. Moreover, Rollins himself, last year, coincidentally told The Rock that it was the current generation’s time and he couldn’t have it for himself.
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The Drip God also have immense Royal Rumble experience, including being the winner of the 2009 edition of the match. With his connection with the audience and in-ring acumen, the fans can be assured of a great match and night without The Rock’s involvment.
5AJ Styles
AJ Styles is regarded as one of the best in-ring competitors seen in the last two decades. Although, The Phenomenal One is currently sidelined with an injury, a recent report stated that he might be cleared for in-ring action and possibly appear at the Royal Rumble 2025 event.
Styles could make his way as a surprise entry and put up a spectacular performance with his jaw-dropping moves and moveset. His prowess and popularity could divert fans’ attention from expecting The Rock to show up.
CM Punk has been on the run of a lifetime since returning to WWE in 2023. Despite being sidelined for a major part in 2024, Punk bounced back with an incredible rivalry with Drew McIntyre and a triumphant victory over Seth Rollins on the debut episode of RAW that featured amajority of stars and celebrities.
The Best in the World is also heading into the Royal Rumble 2025 match as a huge favourite following the recent weeks leading up to the event. He has always been known to outshine The Rock, and with the momentum he has been gaining, the fans would likely chant CM Punk rather than expect an unlikely appearance by The Final Boss.
3John Cena
One of the most awaited moments at the 2025 Royal Rumble event would be to seeJohn Cenacompete in his last Rumble match. Moreover, the unwavering support of the audience makes Cena a massive favourite to win his third Rumble match.
With his farewell tour garnering major attention and fans’ desire to see him win the rumble and go to WrestleMania 41 to compete for his 17th World title, John Cena’s last ride surely has taken all eyes away from The Rock and his rumoured appearance.
2Roman Reigns
Roman Reigns is looking to reclaim the Undisputed WWE Championship after winning the Tribal Combat and taking back his Ula-Fala. The One and Only Tribal Chief will be entering the 30-man Royal Rumble for that opportunity, but instead, it could lead to the seeds planted for his rumoured match against The Rock at The Show of Shows.
The match could see The Rock try to make his presence, leading to Roman Reigns taking out his cousin. This could be due to his possible belief that he is not needed in the WWE today and in Reigns’ path to reclaim everything he lost last year.
1Randy Orton
Randy Orton is among the few WWE veterans who are still going strong in the company. The Viper has already claimed to have ten more years in the business. Moreover, he can be an excellent surprise entrant in the Royal Rumble match after being out of action for months due to an attack by Kevin Owens.
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WWE’s Apex Predator returning at the Royal Rumble event as a huge surprise could outshine the thought of The Rock’s rumoured return and put the spotlight on Orton and countless others who are taking WWE to greater heights today as competitors.
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N Singh is a long-time fan of professional wrestling. After dropping his Engineering regular studies in 2020, he decided to pursue his passion and became a writer. Over the last few years, he has written for multiple webs bringing a lot of skills and creativity to the table.
