WWE Royal Rumble 2025: Historic Event Set for Lucas Oil Stadium

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — The 38th annual WWE Royal Rumble, one of the most anticipated events in professional wrestling, is set to take place this Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. With a capacity of 70,000, the stadium is expected to be packed as fans eagerly await the high-stakes matches and potential surprises.

The event will feature four confirmed matches, including a WWE Tag Team Championship bout between #DIY and Motor City Machine Guns, a Ladder Match for the Undisputed WWE Championship between Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens, and the traditional men’s and women’s Royal Rumble matches. The Royal Rumble matches, each involving 30 participants, are particularly significant as the winners earn a direct path to WrestleMania 41.

Stephanie Vaquer, a rising star from WWE’s NXT division, could make history as the first Chilean wrestler to participate in a Royal Rumble. Reports from PWInsider indicate that Vaquer was recently spotted in Indianapolis, fueling speculation about her potential involvement. Vaquer is also scheduled to challenge Fallon Henley for the Women’s North American NXT Championship on February 15 at NXT Vengeance Day.

On the men’s side, the Royal Rumble match will feature a star-studded lineup, including John Cena, Roman Reigns, CM Punk, Seth Rollins, and Drew McIntyre. The women’s match will see top competitors like Nia Jax, Bayley, Charlotte Flair, and Bianca Belair vying for victory. Additional participants for both matches remain unannounced, maintaining the event’s tradition of suspense and surprise.

The Royal Rumble marks the official start of the Road to WrestleMania, WWE’s flagship event. This year’s edition has generated significant buzz, with rumors of potential debuts and returns. Trick Williams, a standout talent from NXT, has been linked to the men’s Royal Rumble, though his participation remains unconfirmed. Williams, who recently lost the NXT Championship to Oba Femi, is rumored to be transitioning to WWE’s main roster soon.

The event will be broadcast live on Netflix, marking a significant shift in WWE’s distribution strategy. Fans in Chile can tune in at 8:00 PM local time to catch all the action. With a mix of established stars, rising talents, and potential surprises, the 2025 Royal Rumble promises to be a landmark event in WWE history.