Cody Rhodes has made history by becoming the fourth wrestler to win back-to-back WWE Royal Rumble matches.
Rhodes officially punched his ticket to WrestleMania XL by emerging victorious in the 2024 Men’s WWE Royal Rumble Match.
Last year, Rhodes made his grand WWE return by winning the very thing that eluded his late father Dusty Rhodes. The American Nightmare entered the match at #30 and eliminated five Superstars to win the 2023 Men’s WWE Royal Rumble match.
This year, Rhodes entered the Men’s Royal Rumble Match at #15 and eliminated four Superstars.
The final three came down to Rhodes, CM Punk (#27), and GUNTHER (#18).
Rhodes went on to eliminate both GUNTHER and Punk to win the 2024 Men’s WWE Royal Rumble Match and etch his name in WWE history.
Rhodes joins “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, Hulk Hogan, and Shawn Michaels as the only four Superstars to have won consecutive Royal Rumble matches in WWE history.
You can check out some highlights from the match below:
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Jey Uso is entrant Number 1 in the Men’s #RoyalRumble Match! pic.twitter.com/94hSPS42Jt
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USO vs. USO at #RoyalRumble!
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ANDRADE!@AndradeElIdolo is back and competing in the Men’s #RoyalRumble Match! pic.twitter.com/MmL2jJHARv
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When @ShinsukeN is in the Men’s #RoyalRumble Match, @PatMcAfeeShow knows EXACTLY what to do!! 😂 pic.twitter.com/ZmlOziBnuT
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Here comes @CodyRhodes!#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/7SbyEhejsX
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Intercontinental Champion @Gunther_AUT just took down everybody in the Men’s #RoyalRumble Match! pic.twitter.com/Hmy7sklXQz
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What did we just witness?!#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/xFYtGPjLVr
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What is @RonKillings thinking?! 😂😂😂😂😂#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/6Y004AYPOP
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Entrant number 3️⃣0️⃣ in the Men’s #RoyalRumble Match is @SamiZayn! pic.twitter.com/KDx9QGCK9L
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Who will win the 2024 Men’s #RoyalRumble Match? pic.twitter.com/HoaBRnSECs
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We are down to the FINAL FOUR in the Men’s #RoyalRumble Match! pic.twitter.com/bfti9nuSoG
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WE ARE DOWN TO TWO!!!#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/sSLbFUcvgz
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THIS IS AWE-SOME!! 👏👏 👏👏👏#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/aOslZvqfhs
— WWE (@WWE) January 28, 2024
DO THE WORK.
FINISH THE STORY.@CodyRhodes just won the Men’s #RoyalRumble Match for the second year in a row! The American Nightmare has his sights set on @WWERomanReigns as the Road to #WrestleMania is underway! pic.twitter.com/RkHT2oAsLT— WWE (@WWE) January 28, 2024
Cody Rhodes has made history in the world of professional wrestling by becoming the fourth wrestler to win back-to-back WWE Royal Rumble matches. This achievement solidifies his place among the all-time greats in the industry.
Rhodes, also known as the American Nightmare, first made his grand return to WWE last year when he won the Royal Rumble match. This victory was particularly special for Rhodes as it allowed him to achieve something that his late father, Dusty Rhodes, was never able to accomplish.
In the 2023 Men’s WWE Royal Rumble match, Rhodes entered at number 30 and went on to eliminate five Superstars, securing his victory. This win marked his triumphant return to the WWE and set the stage for what was to come in the following year.
Fast forward to 2024, Rhodes once again entered the Men’s Royal Rumble match, this time at number 15. Despite facing tough competition from Superstars like CM Punk and GUNTHER, Rhodes managed to eliminate four opponents and emerge as the winner.
The final three participants in the match were Rhodes, CM Punk, and GUNTHER. Rhodes showcased his skills and determination by eliminating both of his opponents and securing his second consecutive Royal Rumble victory.
With this win, Rhodes joins an elite group of Superstars who have achieved back-to-back Royal Rumble victories. The other three wrestlers who have accomplished this feat are “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, Hulk Hogan, and Shawn Michaels. These names are synonymous with greatness in the wrestling world, and Rhodes now rightfully takes his place among them.
The Royal Rumble match is one of the most highly anticipated events in WWE each year. It features 30 Superstars battling it out for a chance to headline WrestleMania, the biggest event in professional wrestling. Winning the Royal Rumble is seen as a major accomplishment and often catapults the victor into a high-profile match at WrestleMania.
Rhodes’ consecutive victories in the Royal Rumble matches have undoubtedly solidified his status as a top-tier talent in WWE. His performances have showcased his athleticism, charisma, and ability to connect with the audience. Fans are eagerly anticipating what Rhodes will do next as he sets his sights on WrestleMania XL.
In conclusion, Cody Rhodes has etched his name in WWE history by becoming the fourth wrestler to win back-to-back Royal Rumble matches. His victories in 2023 and 2024 have solidified his place among the all-time greats in the industry. Rhodes’ accomplishments serve as a testament to his talent, hard work, and dedication to the sport of professional wrestling.