WWE Royal Rumble 2026 Results: Roman Reigns and Liv Morgan punch their tickets to WrestleMania
The 2026 WWE Royal Rumble delivered one of the most unforgettable nights in recent wrestling history, featuring shocking returns, emotional farewells, dominant performances, and two decisive Rumble victories that reshaped the road to WrestleMania.
From Roman Reigns reclaiming his destiny in the Men’s Royal Rumble to Liv Morgan finally achieving her long-awaited breakthrough in the Women’s Royal Rumble, the premium live event was packed with drama from start to finish.
Roman Reigns Wins the 2026 Men’s Royal Rumble Match
Roman Reigns is officially headed back to WrestleMania.
The Tribal Chief outlasted 29 other Superstars, eliminating Gunther last to win his second Royal Rumble Match and his first since 2015, reasserting his dominance on WWE’s biggest stage.
Early Chaos and Breakout Performances
The Men’s Rumble began with Oba Femi making his Royal Rumble debut at No. 1, immediately establishing himself as a powerhouse. Bron Breakker entered at No. 2, but chaos erupted early when a masked Superstar attacked Breakker, allowing Femi to eliminate him first.
Femi continued his dominant showing by eliminating Solo Sikoa, Rusev, Rey Mysterio, and Matt Cardona, racking up five eliminations before being stopped later in the match.
High-flying excitement came courtesy of Je’Von Evans, while confusion followed with the bizarre showdown between El Grande Americano and the “Original” El Grande Americano, which ended after Trick Williams and Cody Rhodes got involved.
Surprise Debuts, Returns, and Power Shifts
Former Powerhouse Hobbs, now Royce Keys, made his WWE debut at No. 14, eliminating Damian Priest in a standout moment.
LA Knight returned at No. 21 to a massive reaction, eliminating Austin Theory and Bronson Reed. Moments later, Brock Lesnar entered at No. 22, tearing through the field before a dramatic collision with Oba Femi.
Lesnar’s run ended when Cody Rhodes and LA Knight teamed up to eliminate him, shifting momentum yet again.
The Tribal Chief Takes Control
When Roman Reigns entered at No. 26, the entire tone of the match changed. Reigns eliminated The Miz, dropped multiple Superstars with Superman Punches, and squared off with Cody Rhodes before Jacob Fatu joined the chaos.
The final stages saw eliminations fly rapidly:
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Drew McIntyre eliminated Cody Rhodes.
Reigns eliminated Logan Paul
Gunther eliminated Randy Orton.
Final Two: Reigns vs. Gunther
Just hours after ending AJ Styles’ career, Gunther limped into the Rumble at No. 30 and somehow survived to the final two. However, Reigns dug deep, spearing The Ring General and tossing him over the top rope.
Roman Reigns won the 2026 Men’s Royal Rumble, booking his place at WrestleMania and reigniting his pursuit of championship glory.
Gunther Ends AJ Styles’ Career in Emotional Showdown
Earlier in the night, Gunther defeated AJ Styles in a brutal career-vs-pride match, forcing The Phenomenal One to pass out in a sleeper hold.
Despite Styles landing a Styles Clash and Phenomenal Forearm, Gunther’s relentless power proved too much. After the bell, the WWE Universe gave Styles a standing ovation as he saluted the crowd in what appeared to be his final WWE match.
Drew McIntyre Retains Undisputed WWE Championship Against Sami Zayn
Drew McIntyre successfully defended the Undisputed WWE Championship against a valiant Sami Zayn, who pushed the champion to his limits.
Zayn survived multiple Future Shock DDTs, narrowly escaped defeat after a Claymore, and nearly won following a Helluva Kick. However, McIntyre powerbombed Zayn through the announce table before delivering back-to-back Claymore Kicks to retain his title emphatically.
Liv Morgan Wins the 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble Match
After years of heartbreak, Liv Morgan finally completed her Royal Rumble story.
Entering at No. 14, Morgan outlasted the field and eliminated Tiffany Stratton last to win her first Women’s Royal Rumble Match, earning a guaranteed title shot at WrestleMania.
A Chaotic and Historic Start
The Women’s Rumble opened with Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss at Nos. 1 and 2, briefly teasing a confrontation before working together.
Jordynne Grace exploded into the match, scoring the first three eliminations, while Flair accidentally eliminated Bliss during a chaotic exchange involving Nia Jax.
Returns, Betrayals, and International Showdowns
The match featured intense rivalries and global star power:
Becky Lynch clashed with Flair.
Natalya eliminated Lynch
Giulia, IYO SKY, and Asuka delivered a hard-hitting standoff.
Rhea Ripley made a dominant return, eliminating multiple Superstars.
Shocking Returns and Record-Breaking Performances
The WWE Universe erupted when Brie Bella returned at No. 29, reuniting with Nikki Bella. Moments later, Tiffany Stratton entered at No. 30, landing a spectacular Swanton Bomb.
Lash Legend stole the spotlight, eliminating five Superstars, including Charlotte Flair, who became the Iron Woman after lasting nearly an hour.
Legend’s run ended at the hands of Ripley, before Raquel Rodriguez eliminated Ripley, only to be shockingly tossed out by Liv Morgan moments later.
The Final Three and the Defining Moment
The final three came down to Liv Morgan, Tiffany Stratton, and Sol Ruca. After a frantic apron battle, Stratton eliminated Ruca, but Morgan struck with a sudden Oblivion, sending Stratton to the floor.
Liv Morgan stood tall, victorious at last, booking her place at WrestleMania and cementing the biggest win of her career.
Royal Rumble 2026: A Night That Changed WWE Forever
With Roman Reigns reclaiming his throne, Liv Morgan achieving destiny, AJ Styles’ legendary career ending, and WrestleMania paths now set, Royal Rumble 2026 will be remembered as one of WWE’s most consequential events ever.
The road to WrestleMania has officially begun — and the landscape of WWE has changed forever.
