The 2017 Royal Rumble Match delivered unforgettable moments, shocking returns, and dramatic eliminations as 30 WWE Superstars clashed for a guaranteed championship opportunity at WrestleMania. Held in San Antonio, Texas, the event electrified the crowd in the Alamodome, with legends and current stars competing in the over-the-top-rope battle royal.
The match began with Big Cass and Chris Jericho entering as the first two participants. Cass, accompanied by Enzo Amore, brought the energy, while Jericho played the cunning veteran. The early stages of the match saw alliances form and dissolve, with Braun Strowman emerging as a dominant force upon his entry at No. 7. The Monster Among Men bulldozed through the competition, eliminating several participants, including Big Show and Mark Henry, solidifying his monstrous presence.
Sami Zayn and Strowman reignited their rivalry during the match, with Zayn showing incredible resilience in the face of Strowman’s power. The arrival of The Undertaker at No. 29 brought the crowd to its feet as the Phenom delivered devastating chokeslams and eliminations, reminding everyone why he’s a Royal Rumble legend.
Brock Lesnar entered at No. 26, delivering suplexes and F-5s with brutal efficiency. However, his dominance was cut short by Goldberg, who entered at No. 28 and eliminated Lesnar in shocking fashion, continuing their heated rivalry. Goldberg also eliminated Rusev and other competitors before being taken out by The Undertaker.
The final entrant, Roman Reigns, shocked the WWE Universe as he entered at No. 30, despite already competing earlier in the night. Reigns immediately made his presence felt, eliminating The Undertaker and fueling a future feud between the two.
The closing moments came down to Randy Orton, Bray Wyatt, and Roman Reigns. Wyatt’s attempts to aid Orton were thwarted by Reigns, but Orton seized the moment, countering a Spear with a devastating RKO. He then eliminated Reigns to win the match, earning his second Royal Rumble victory and a main event opportunity at WrestleMania 33.
The 2017 Royal Rumble Match was a thrilling and star-studded affair, setting the stage for multiple storylines heading into WrestleMania season. Randy Orton’s victory cemented his legacy and added another iconic chapter to Royal Rumble history.
