WWE Royal Rumble 2026: Date, Start Time, Odds And Massive Stage Reveal

The stage is set for the most unpredictable night in wrestling - WWE Royal Rumble 2026. Taking place on January 31st in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the event promises to be an unforgettable spectacle. Roman Reigns and Liv Morgan are the top contenders to win both the men's and women's Royal Rumble matches.

In a shocking turn of events, AJ Styles' career hangs in the balance as he puts his livelihood against Gunther. If AJ loses to his nemesis, it could spell the end of his illustrious wrestling career. The stakes are high for both competitors, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the outcome.

Meanwhile, Sami Zayn challenges Drew McIntyre for the WWE Championship, adding an extra layer of excitement to the already packed schedule. However, unexpected surprises may just take place at the event.

According to Betonline.com odds, Roman Reigns is favored to win the men's Royal Rumble with a +175 price tag, while Liv Morgan boasts a significant -120 advantage in the women's category. Other surprises on the cards include Chris Jericho, Bianca Belair, Royce Keys, and Brock Lesnar.

WWE fans can look forward to an electrifying experience as they take their seats at the King Abdullah Financial District, which will be hosting approximately 65,000 attendees. The massive stage construction is nearing completion, showcasing a monumental effort from the thousands of architects and stagehands working tirelessly behind the scenes.

Before the main event kicks off, fans can catch up on SmackDown ratings and viewership, with recent numbers including 990,000 for January 9th and 1.175 million for January 2nd. WWE Royal Rumble is set to start at 11:00 am PST (2:00 pm EST) and can be streamed live via ESPN Unlimited.

With over 868,000 potential ticket buyers in the queue, WWE Royal Rumble is expected to attract a massive audience. The stakes are high for this year's event, which promises to be an unforgettable night of wrestling.
 
man, roman reigns vs gunther already got me stressed 🤯 can't even get through a match without thinking about aj styles' career being on the line... he's like 100/1 against losing 😱 if that happens, it's game over for him. liv morgan tho, looks solid to win the women's rumble 💪 but what about those other surprises? samu sano vs drew mcintyre for the title? 🤔 gonna be a wild ride at the royal rumble 2026...
 
Omg, I'm low-key excited about the WWE Royal Rumble 2026! 😁 But hold on, let me fact-check these odds... Roman Reigns is favored at +175? That sounds too good to be true! 🤑 According to my knowledge, he's usually priced lower. Liv Morgan is a dark horse contender though, and I'm rooting for her! 💪 What's up with AJ Styles' career hanging in the balance? Is it just hype or are there real concerns about his future in the WWE? 🤔
 
🤔 I'm intrigued by the prospect of Roman Reigns and Liv Morgan going head-to-head in the Royal Rumble matches. Both competitors have established themselves as formidable forces within the WWE universe. The question on everyone's mind is whether AJ Styles' career hangs in the balance against Gunther - it could be a turning point for his illustrious wrestling journey 🤯. With Sami Zayn challenging Drew McIntyre for the WWE Championship, this event is shaping up to be a clash of titans 🏆. I'm also excited to see Chris Jericho's surprise appearance and the potential fireworks that might erupt in the ring 🔥.
 
🤯 This Royal Rumble thingy is gonna be lit 💥! I mean, Roman Reigns and Liv Morgan are giving it their all, but can we talk about AJ Styles' drama? 🤔 He's gotta face Gunther, and if he loses... *shudders* I don't even wanna think about it 😅. And Sami Zayn taking on Drew McIntyre for the WWE Championship is gonna be EPIC 🏆! But you know what would make this event even more unpredictable? Those surprises they're hinting at 🤔 Chris Jericho and Bianca Belair always bring the heat 🔥, but Royce Keys' unexpected appearance has me wondering... will we see Brock Lesnar too? 💪

And can we talk about the stage? 65,000 attendees is wild 🎉! I'm actually kinda jealous of all those architects and stagehands working their magic behind the scenes. The King Abdullah Financial District is gonna be LOUD 🔊 when Roman Reigns steps into that ring. And with so many fans tuning in on SmackDown... it's clear WWE knows how to get people hyped 🎟️! All I can say is, this Royal Rumble is gonna be one for the books 📚. Bring it on! 😄
 
Ugh, 65k ppl crammed into Riyadh for one event? that's just crazy 🤯 - and what about the heat & humidity in Saudi Arabia?! I'm not even a big WWE fan but I think its gonna be super crowded & uncomfortable for everyone... plus with all these big names like AJ Styles & Roman Reigns, I hope they can actually put on a good show without any major issues... 🤞
 
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