The Royal Rumble is the unofficial start of the Road to WrestleMania, and as such, the winner of the annual 30-man match is of the utmost importance. It sets the tone for the build to WWE's most significant show and gives fans the first hint of what they can expect from the top matches on that card.
Over the years, some of the most decorated and celebrated stars in the history of sports entertainment have outlasted their peers to earn Rumble glory and a guaranteed opportunity to head to The Showcase of the Immortals.
From Hulk Hogan to Steve Austin, from The Rock to John Cena and in between, the show has been the genesis for some of the most notable pushes in company ...
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