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When:
January 29th, 2017 at 7 PM ET/4 PM PT


Where:
The Alamodome
San Antonio, TX


The 2017 Royal Rumble Match
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AJ Styles vs. John Cena
(WWE Championship Match)

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Kevin Owens vs. Roman Reigns
(WWE Universal Championship No Disqualification Match, with Chris Jericho suspended above the ring in a shark cage)

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Charlotte Flair vs. Bayley
(RAW Women's Championship Match)

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Rich Swann vs. Neville
(WWE Cruiserweight Championship Match)

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Becky Lynch, Nikki Bella & Naomi vs. Alexa Bliss, Mickie James & Natalya
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Cesaro & Sheamus vs. Luke Gallows & Karl Anderson
(RAW Tag Team Championship Kickoff Match)

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Sasha Banks vs. Nia Jax
(Kickoff Match)

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WOW ....TOO MANY GIRLS
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I gotta say I'm into Neville & Swann though.... Neville is fantastic.

Excited for Cena/Styles as well... should be a really good match. Doesn't even matter to me who wins it as long as it's a good one & it doesn't lead to a bad WM card.
However I'm pretty bummed about KO losing the belt to Roman and Roman being in the main event because I'm pretty certain that's going to happen. I just don't see them doing anything else with Roman at this point...

They want him in that spot, he's obviously out of the US picture or Braun picture. I think it's Braun Vs Show at WM instead of Shaq. So unless Taker is facing Roman... he's winning that Title at the RR.

I don't see him facing Cena... I just don't think they're going to do it at this point. I think it might be the best option for the card... because honestly if Roman is in any other of the big matches it kind of takes alot away from the car for me & makes me alot less excited.

They could have Cena lose against AJ... shake his hand & then AA him ....RR match & then Roman is about to win the Title from KO after that but Cena interferes and punches him in the head with his chain because he's jealous Roman keeps getting everything & he lost. Won't happen though.... I dunno

I guess if he's in the main event.... And they make it a triple threat so that he doesn't get that whole spotlight that he DOESN'T deserve... And if he doesn't win... then it won't ruin the main event too much.

Also I really hope they book the Rumble match good since they haven't in a long time... They really need some big surprises. HHH & Finn aren't going to cut it when people were expecting both of them anyway, plus Angle & Omega or The Hardyz... I can actually see Jeff showing up, just for a pop where they need it.

I'm thinking the most likely to win so far are: Bray Wyatt, Undertaker, Samoa Joe or Goldberg.
 
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However I'm pretty bummed about KO losing the belt to Roman and Roman being in the main event because I'm pretty certain that's going to happen. I just don't see them doing anything else with Roman at this point...

They want him in that spot, he's obviously out of the US picture or Braun picture. I think it's Braun Vs Show at WM instead of Shaq. So unless Taker is facing Roman... he's winning that Title at the RR.

I don't think so ... I mean, Reigns main eventing WM for the third time in a row? Seriously?
IMO he is not out of the "US picture". I hope/think at WM he will defend or fight for the us title, maybe in a battle royal or something like that
 

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I don't think so ... I mean, Reigns main eventing WM for the third time in a row? Seriously?
IMO he is not out of the "US picture". I hope/think at WM he will defend or fight for the us title, maybe in a battle royal or something like that

I really hope your right.... even though I don't really want him ruining the US Title either but whattaya gonna do?
 

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Nothing's been set in stone, FFS. It's all rumors and speculation right now.

However, it is safe to assume that Roman will be in a top match at WM, 'cause he'll be the Universal champion.

Oh well obviously since it hasn't happened yet nothing in life is 100% but I can guess....

And I'm pretty sure Undertaker is winning the RR so that afterwords when Roman beats KO for the Title the fans won't be so mad because the gong will hit and:

"Oh it's ok because Taker will beat him up & take the Title" ...Even though it stinks up 2 of the big matches all at once.

And Shane Vs AJ??? .....Wtf are they thinking?
 
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Oh well obviously since it hasn't happened yet nothing in life is 100% but I can guess....

And I'm pretty sure Undertaker is winning the RR so that afterwords when Roman beats KO for the Title the fans won't be so mad because the gong will hit and:

"Oh it's ok because Taker will beat him up & take the Title" ...Even though it stinks up 2 of the big matches all at once.

And Shane Vs AJ??? .....Wtf are they thinking?

I have Taker winning, too. It's the 30th annual Rumble and also the biggest Rumble ever and Taker winning in his home country will get a huge pop.

Now, Taker vs Roman could happen... But, I also think it's a bit more likely that Taker faces whoever's the champion after the Elimination Chamber (either Styles or Cena, Cena probably).

As for Styles vs Shane-O Mac, yeah, I don't think it's happening.

We'll see, though.

All I know is that I'm hyped for the Rumble.
 

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I have Taker winning, too.

Now, Taker vs Roman could happen... But, I also think it's a bit more likely that Taker faces whoever's the champion after the Elimination Chamber

I think it's going to be Samoa Joe Vs John Cena and then Undertaker Vs Roman Reigns

Either Undertaker or Samoa Joe will win the Royal Rumble.
 

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I think it's going to be Samoa Joe Vs John Cena and then Undertaker Vs Roman Reigns

Either Undertaker or Samoa Joe will win the Royal Rumble.

I would absolutely love WWE to give Joe the monster push right off the bat by giving him the Rumble win, but that would be a very bold move, which is why I don't see it happening.

I think Joe vs Cena is bound to happen at some point, though.
 

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Fairly unique situation they're in this show... For the first time, they're actually going to have a WWE PPV follow Takeover and possibly get out of it without looking like complete assclowns. Here's to hoping!!!

It's also really important that the main event of the PPV sends the crowd home happy. It's likely that Cena and Reigns both win so Samoa Joe or someone the fans actually like should go over in the main event...

I still get the feeling... call it blind optimism... that Owens isn't done yet as champion. They can't let all the (actual) heels win, can they?
 

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Hmm. He might make an appearance at the Rumble after all.


I really thought none of the UKCT talent would be appearing at the Rumble, but now I guess I shouldn't be surprised if they do.
 

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Hey, first of all just want to say that this site looks awesome, and I'm glad I can finally talk about wrestling with people..that actually watch it. Haha. Here are my predictions for the Rumble:

Neville Vs. Swann

Honestly the right choice here, in my opinion, would be Neville. The division right now is a joke, for real. It has some talent but they're rarely given time, and I feel as Neville being champion might help things out a bit. He's an amazing talent, and an amazing heel.

Cesaro/Sheamus Vs. Gallows/Anderson
I doubt WWE would want to change Raw's tag team champs on the pre-show, so I predict Cesaro/Sheamus to come out with the win. I want Gallows and Anderson to win, though, so I hope they get it at 'Mania. If it's not them, then my second pick would be Enzo/Cass. Also, ever since Aj and them have been split up Gallows/Anderson have been booked horribly. I hope 2017 shows some light for these guys.

Aj Styles Vs. John Cena
Honestly I can see this going either way. It's hard to choose just one man to walk out on top, but I feel as Aj will somehow get the win. I'd assume they want Cena to tie/break Flair's record at the biggest stage of them all, so I got to say that Styles will retain. I don't think it will be done clean, though.

Roman Reigns Vs. Kevin Owens
I really hope that Kevin somehow retains, but I doubt it at this point. Yes, he has gotten out of worse but I feel as WWE is heading into the direction of starting a program between Jericho and Owens for the U.S Title. This would leave Reigns to win, setting up a program with someone at Mania. If I had to guess, it would be Braun.

Charlotte vs Bayley
Plain and simple, I don't see WWE ending Charlotte's pay-per-view streak anywhere except Wrestlemania. I don't think she will win clean, though, as always. I think she will be disqualified, or get the win with the assist of Dana Brooke.

Sasha vs Nia
I really don't see Sasha coming out with the win here. Nia has been booked controversially at the least, but I feel as she needs some momentum going into Wrestlemania if she's going to compete for the Women's title. Sasha can afford a loss here, Nia can't in my opinion. Not after her buildup.

Becky Lynch, Nikki Bella and Naomi Vs. Alexa Bliss, Natalya and Mickie James
Just because this is Mickie's first match back on the main roster, I got to say the Heels will come out with the win. Also, I really hope that they are building for Nikki vs Natalya (even though some of the promos/scenes on Smackdown haven't been the best), Becky vs Mickie, and Naomi vs Alexa for the title..all at 'Mania. That'd be sweet. I don't know if this would work, though, as Carmella wouldn't have anything to do...unless there is a return/callup..?

The Royal Rumble
If I had to be honest, I'm kind of expecting my pick to be wrong. For real, this Rumble has so many potential winners that it's insane. I'm going to state my top 3 picks to win it, and explain why.

Samoa Joe
I've heard rumors of Joe getting a monster push once he hits the main roster, and what way to do it is to have him debut in the Rumble, and win it all. Hopefully they'll put him on Smackdown as Aj/Cena vs Joe would be an amazing match, no matter his opponent (whether it be Aj or Cena).

The Undertaker
I'm honestly not too sure about this, but why not. Undertaker is one of my favorites, and he can easily be seen to win here. In a perfect world we'd see Undertaker Vs. Cena at Wrestlemania, but I feel as WWE *might* be planning on Roman Vs. Taker. I've heard stuff about it, and if booked well, it could be cool.

Sami Zayn
I was tinkering betwene putting either Zayn or Corbin here, but I ultimately got to pick Sami. Again, in a perfect world, Sami would truly show why he is the underdog by starting at #1 and going all the way (a "tribute" you may say to Michael's success with the Rumble here, and they have been talking about it a ton this year so who knows). I'd truly mark out if Zayn won, and maybe he will. Who knows.

These have been my predictions :)
 
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Hey, first of all just want to say that this site looks awesome, and I'm glad I can finally talk about wrestling with people..that actually watch it. Haha. Here are my predictions for the Rumble:

Neville Vs. Swann

Honestly the right choice here, in my opinion, would be Neville. The division right now is a joke, for real. It has some talent but they're rarely given time, and I feel as Neville being champion might help things out a bit. He's an amazing talent, and an amazing heel.

Cesaro/Sheamus Vs. Gallows/Anderson
I doubt WWE would want to change Raw's tag team champs on the pre-show, so I predict Cesaro/Sheamus to come out with the win. I want Gallows and Anderson to win, though, so I hope they get it at 'Mania. If it's not them, then my second pick would be Enzo/Cass. Also, ever since Aj and them have been split up Gallows/Anderson have been booked horribly. I hope 2017 shows some light for these guys.

Aj Styles Vs. John Cena
Honestly I can see this going either way. It's hard to choose just one man to walk out on top, but I feel as Aj will somehow get the win. I'd assume they want Cena to tie/break Flair's record at the biggest stage of them all, so I got to say that Styles will retain. I don't think it will be done clean, though.

Roman Reigns Vs. Kevin Owens
I really hope that Kevin somehow retains, but I doubt it at this point. Yes, he has gotten out of worse but I feel as WWE is heading into the direction of starting a program between Jericho and Owens for the U.S Title. This would leave Reigns to win, setting up a program with someone at Mania. If I had to guess, it would be Braun.

Charlotte vs Bayley
Plain and simple, I don't see WWE ending Charlotte's pay-per-view streak anywhere except Wrestlemania. I don't think she will win clean, though, as always. I think she will be disqualified, or get the win with the assist of Dana Brooke.

Sasha vs Nia
I really don't see Sasha coming out with the win here. Nia has been booked controversially at the least, but I feel as she needs some momentum going into Wrestlemania if she's going to compete for the Women's title. Sasha can afford a loss here, Nia can't in my opinion. Not after her buildup.

Becky Lynch, Nikki Bella and Naomi Vs. Alexa Bliss, Natalya and Mickie James
Just because this is Mickie's first match back on the main roster, I got to say the Heels will come out with the win. Also, I really hope that they are building for Nikki vs Natalya (even though some of the promos/scenes on Smackdown haven't been the best), Becky vs Mickie, and Naomi vs Alexa for the title..all at 'Mania. That'd be sweet. I don't know if this would work, though, as Carmella wouldn't have anything to do...unless there is a return/callup..?

The Royal Rumble
If I had to be honest, I'm kind of expecting my pick to be wrong. For real, this Rumble has so many potential winners that it's insane. I'm going to state my top 3 picks to win it, and explain why.

Samoa Joe
I've heard rumors of Joe getting a monster push once he hits the main roster, and what way to do it is to have him debut in the Rumble, and win it all. Hopefully they'll put him on Smackdown as Aj/Cena vs Joe would be an amazing match, no matter his opponent (whether it be Aj or Cena).

The Undertaker
I'm honestly not too sure about this, but why not. Undertaker is one of my favorites, and he can easily be seen to win here. In a perfect world we'd see Undertaker Vs. Cena at Wrestlemania, but I feel as WWE *might* be planning on Roman Vs. Taker. I've heard stuff about it, and if booked well, it could be cool.

Sami Zayn
I was tinkering betwene putting either Zayn or Corbin here, but I ultimately got to pick Sami. Again, in a perfect world, Sami would truly show why he is the underdog by starting at #1 and going all the way (a "tribute" you may say to Michael's success with the Rumble here, and they have been talking about it a ton this year so who knows). I'd truly mark out if Zayn won, and maybe he will. Who knows.

These have been my predictions :)

Very solid picks.
Don't count out Y2J to win the Rumble, either. :smug:
 
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