Steve Carrier on January 31, 2026
The curtain-raiser for this year’s WWE Royal Rumble 2026 has been locked in—and it’s a big one.
Ringside News can confirm that the show will open with the Women’s Royal Rumble Match, setting the tone right out of the gate for tonight’s premium live event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
With stars like Rhea Ripley, Liv Morgan, IYO SKY, Roxanne Perez, and multiple rumored surprise entrants—including Sol Ruca, Lola Vice, Jacy Jayne, and even Brie Bella—the match promises to deliver high energy and high stakes from the opening bell.
Starting the night with the Women’s Rumble also signals how strongly WWE views the division’s momentum, giving them the platform to electrify the crowd from the very first entrance countdown.
WWE Royal Rumble 2026 Full Card
- Men’s Royal Rumble Match
- Women’s Royal Rumble Match (Opener)
- AJ Styles vs. GUNTHER
- WWE Undisputed Championship: Drew McIntyre (c) vs. Sami Zayn
With the women kicking things off, fans won’t have to wait long for potential surprises, eliminations, and show-stealing moments.
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Do you think opening the show with the Women’s Rumble is the right call? Who’s your pick to go the distance and punch their ticket to WrestleMania 42? Sound off in the comments.
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