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PHOENIX — On New Year’s Eve, John Cena made a promise to himself and to the WWE Universe: After a disastrous 2012, the Cenation leader vowed to turn things around and make 2013 his year. Tonight, the 10-time WWE Champion took a big step in that direction, outlasting 29 other Superstars to win the Royal Rumble Match and earn a World Title opportunity against the champion of his choosing at WrestleMania 29 on April 7.

FULL ROYAL RUMBLE MATCH SCORECARD -
http://www.wwe.com/shows/royalrumble/2013/royal-rumble-match-26080784

It was only fitting, perhaps, that the road to Cena’s big win began with the very Superstar to whom the Cenation leader made his now-prescient New Year’s toast, as Dolph Ziggler chose to enter the over-the-top-rope challenge at No. 1. But it was the emergence of the No. 2 entrant just 90 seconds later that sent the WWE Universe in Phoenix into a frenzy. When the familiar strands of “Break the Walls Down” blared and the lights went out, Chris Jericho made his shocking return to WWE.

With the crowd still on its feet and the entire mood of the night suddenly and irrevocably altered, the two Superstars circled each other inside the ring, and a rivalry that came to a head at SummerSlam was quickly renewed.

Jericho and Ziggler furiously traded blows until the ring filled up with other entering Superstars. As Ziggler, Jericho, Cody Rhodes and Kofi Kingston battled it out, Santino Marella made his way to the ring and looked for a moment to have eliminated everyone else in the ring. But all of the rumblers landed on the apron, not the floor. Despite striking Kofi with The Cobra, Santino would be the first elimination of the night, tossed over the ropes by Rhodes.

When the ring inevitably filled with competitors, Ziggler and Jericho fought as the match dictated, battling whomever stood in their way. Still, they both seemingly drifted back towards one another, always looking to settle their long-standing score.

Like Shawn Michaels and Rey Mysterio before him, “The Showoff” may have drawn an unlucky number, but with an abundance of talent on his side, Ziggler looked to make the best of a badly dealt hand, despite the fact that he seemingly found himself teetering on the ring apron constantly over the course of the melee.

One of the time-honored traditions that makes the Royal Rumble Match so unique is the guessing game that takes place in living rooms of WWE Universe members all over the world — which past Superstars will make their one-night return to enter the melee?

This year was certainly no different, as a number of beloved Superstars arrived back on the scene.
 
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#18 ·
While Ryback is the fave to win this, I really see Orton winning it.

They seem to be avoiding mentioning that Orton won the rumble in the past(on SD, they brought up how Sheamus is a former rumble winner,but didn't even mention Orton winning it before), so makes me think that Orton might win it(and they'll act like he never did before, like when HHH-Taker faced off at WM27, they acted like that never happened before)
 
#19 ·
For this rumble, i reckon a surprise is on the cards.
No doubt it'll be Big Show vs Sheamus for the title and i can see Show winning this and dropping the title to Sheamus at Elimination Chamber.
Punk beating Rock and this will lead to a rematch at Elimination Chamber (Since the rock is due to appear there) where he would beat punk, therefore allowing Rock vs Cena for the title and possibly Punk vs Taker too.
Randy Orton to win the Rumble match and allow him to turn heel before meeting Sheamus at Mania.
As for Cena, there could be a number one contender Raw Chamber match in which he would win in order to meet the Rock at Mania

Thats my thoughts....No doubt Vince Russo would do the same :p
 
#20 ·
What about this Scenario?

Dolph Ziggler cashes in money in the bank and becomes the new world heavyweight champion, durning the royal rumble match dolph ziggler comes out distracts cena causing him to be eliminated. While Ziggler is retreating to the back Chris Jericho makes is return and has an intense stare down with ziggler. Chris Jericho ends up winning the royal rumble. This sets up the rubber match between Jericho and Ziggler at Wrestlemania
 
#22 ·
Cena
Orton
Sheamus
3MB
3MB
3MB
Dolph Ziggler
Cody Rhodes
Damian Sandow
Kane
Daniel Bryan
Miz
Rey Mysterio
Sin Cara
Ryback
Great Kali
Wade Barrett
Kofi Kingston
Christian
Antonio Cesar
David Otunga
Brodus Clay
Jack Swagger
R-Truth
Tensi

these are my predictions for who i think will be in the rumble from the current roster its 25 in total that means there will only be room for 5 surprise entries in the rumble
 
#24 ·
http://www.wwe.com/shows/royalrumble/2013/royal-rumble-match-26080784

30-Man Royal Rumble Match



Nearly three decades ago, the dream of modern-day WWE Chairman Mr. McMahon was made manifest with the birth of the squared circle’s most celebrated spectacle, WrestleMania. More than a quarter of a century later, 30 Superstars will have the ultimate opportunity to realize their dream of performing in the World Championship main event match on The Grandest Stage of Them All at WrestleMania 29.

But first, one man will need to surpass the efforts of 29 opposing competitors with the same aspiration in the 2013 Royal Rumble Match.

OFFICIAL ENTRANTS
John Cena
Sheamus
Randy Orton
Dolph Ziggler
3MB (Heath Slater, Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre)

A test of endurance, athleticism and survival at all costs, the Rumble Match is the definitive Battle Royal, where each Superstar’s prime objective is to propel their opponents over the top rope and to the floor. Two competitors begin the melee, then every 90 seconds, another elite ring warrior with a randomly selected Rumble entry number joins the fray. Though luck of the draw can be a critical factor in such a high-stakes situation (entering at No. 30 like 2007 winner Undertaker and 2008 victor John Cena), past Rumble winners have included Superstars who kicked off the battle at No. 1 (as seen in 1995 with Shawn Michaels). If anything’s been proven since the first Rumble Match in 1988, it’s that, with bodies being tossed out every moment and fresh foes coming in at such a rapid pace, it’s really anyone’s match.

No alliances, no friendships; only rivalries at a heightened frenzy for the opportunity of a lifetime. In the end, the last Superstar standing can officially punch a gold-embossed ticket to New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium where they will contend for a World Title of their choosing at WrestleMania 29.

As the saying goes, however, “you have to be in it to win it.” Tune in to WWE programming and stay logged on to WWE.com as entrants are named for the 26th annual Royal Rumble Match. Then be sure to witness this historic event live on pay-per-view on Sunday, Jan. 27, as the 2013 Royal Rumble emanates from the US Airways Center in Phoenix. (HOW TO WATCH)
 
#27 ·
Re: Royal Rumble Winner - who you got?

I don't disagree.

I'd prefer it if Ziggler turned face and Orton was heel and they faced at Wrestlemania with Orton the Heel Champion and Ziggler face turning in the Rumble, winning it and "headlining" Wrestlemania.
 
#33 ·
Re: Royal Rumble Winner - who you got?

I don't disagree.

I'd prefer it if Ziggler turned face and Orton was heel and they faced at Wrestlemania with Orton the Heel Champion and Ziggler face turning in the Rumble, winning it and "headlining" Wrestlemania.
Ziggler winning RR, cashing in on Big Show at EC and unifying the titles at WM. I'm in.
 
#35 ·
Re: Guess the 30

Entry in order

1. Daniel Bryan
2. Kane
3. Jinder Mahal
4. Sin Cara
5. Dolph Ziggler
6. Kofi Kingston
7. Billy Gunn
8. Justin Gabriel
9. Great Khali
10. Antonio Cesaro
11. Titus O'Neil
12. Christian
13. Darren Young
14. Damien Sandow
15. Tyson Kidd
16. Santino Marella
17. Randy Orton
18. Sheamus
19. Miz
20. R-Truth
21. Zack Ryder
22. John Cena
23. Drew McIntyre
24. Ryback
25. Heath Slater
26. Brodus Clay
27. Wade Barrett
28. Cody Rhodes
29. Mark Henry
30. CM Punk

Final 8- Dolph Ziggler, Kofi Kingston, John Cena, Randy Orton, Sheamus, Ryback, Mark Henry, CM Punk

Sheamus eliminated by Orton
Ziggler eliminated by Cena
Kingston eliminated by Orton
Henry eliminated by Ryback

Final 4- John Cena, Randy Orton, Ryback, CM Punk

Ryback by Punk (some sort of Shield involvement)
Cena by Punk
Punk by Orton

Winner- Randy Orton

* Kane breaks the eliminations record and is eliminated by Ryback

* Kane and Bryan also get into it pretty aggressively early in the match, leading to a possible Wrestlemania match or at least some intervention from Dr. Shelley

* Punk and Cena brawl after the match, setting up an Elimination Chamber match to determine the #1 contender for the Rock at Wrestlemania, there will be an odd finish there and it will be a Triple Threat at Wrestlemania: Rock vs. Cena vs. Punk

* Dolph Ziggler will have the longest in-ring time and will cash in before Wrestlemania, leading to Orton vs. Ziggler
 
#38 ·
Re: Guess the 30

meh....having orton win does nothing right now. Orton needs a repackaging, as no one gives a fuck about his character anymore.
Well I think Orton doesn't care about his character right now so maybe this will give him a boost. Having any one of Punk, Rock, or Cena win just seems too predictable.

Admittedly Del Rio's title win changes things a bit. I'm having a hard time determining who they are scheduling for the World Title Match at Wrestlemania. They might not know either. I still believe Ziggler will be champ by the time Wrestlemania rolls around. My pick of Orton is prefaced on creating a Triple Threat Match for the WWE Title.
 
#40 ·
I have a feeling a suprise return for Jericho as slightly increased since ADR became chame. Dolph Ziggler chashes in at rumble, Jericho wins rumble, Dolph retians at chamber, Dolph vs Jericho world title at mania, Dolph wins and Jericho leaves again to tour with Fozzy and thats Jerichos short WM run he wanted. and you can still have rumored matches Sheamus vs Orton and Big Show vs Ryback at WM 29 just not for the world title.
 
#43 ·
Re: Guess the 30

Del Rio v Big Show - WHC, Rock vs Punk - WWE

Rumble

John Cena
Dolph Ziggler
Randy Orton
Sheamus
Heath Slater
Jinder Mahal
Drew Mcintyre
The Miz
Antonio Cesaro
Wade Barrett
Kofi Kingston
Daniel Bryan
Kane
Cody Rhodes
Damien Sandow
Ryback
Big E Langston
Dean Ambrose
Seth Rollins
Roman Reigns
The Great Khali
Brodus Clay
Santino Marella
Tensai
R-truth or Tyson Kidd
Titus O Neil or Darren Young
David Otunga or Michael Mcguilcutty
Jack Swagger
Mark Henry
Brock Lesner

notable snubs/absentees: Zack Ryder, Alex Riley, Christian, Ted Di Biase, Sin Cara, Rey Mysterio

I would love to swap one of the suprise bottom three entrants for shelton benjamin but i am not convinced this will happen. Billy Gunn is far more likely.

For a real left field stab, Alex Shelley was rumoured to be signing for WWE a while back after he left TNA so you never know
 
#44 ·
Re: Guess the 30

I have a feeling a suprise return for Jericho as slightly increased since ADR became chame. Dolph Ziggler chashes in at rumble, Jericho wins rumble, Dolph retians at chamber, Dolph vs Jericho world title at mania, Dolph wins and Jericho leaves again to tour with Fozzy and thats Jerichos short WM run he wanted. and you can still have rumored matches Sheamus vs Orton and Big Show vs Ryback at WM 29 just not for the world title.
 
#47 ·
Re: Guess the 30

Royal Rumble 2013

The numbers in the brackets indicate the order they were eliminated

1.Antonio Cesaro-(9) , Eliminated by Christian
2.Kofi Kingston-(3) , Eliminated by Cesaro
3.Santino Marella-(1) , Eliminated by Sandow
4.Damien Sandow-(15) , Eliminated by Cena
5.Christian-(10) , Eliminated by Ziggler
6.Kane-(5) , Eliminated by Big E Langston
7.Cody Rhodes-(2) , Eliminated by Bryan
8.Daniel Bryan-(29) , Eliminated by Cena
9.Big E Langston-(8) , Eliminated by Cena
10.Rikishi-(14) , Eliminated by The Shield
11.Sheamus-(26) , Eliminated by Big Show(Big Show re-enters the ring after being eliminated)
12.Heath Slater-(6) , Eliminated by Sheamus
13.The Great Khali-(4 ), Eliminated by Various Superstars
14.Sin Cara-(7) , Eliminated by Sandow
15.John Cena-(WINNER)
16.Dolph Ziggler-(24) , Eliminated by Cena
17.Justin Gabriel-(11) , Eliminated by The Shield
18.Dean Ambrose-(23) , Eliminated by Bryan
19.Seth Rollins-(22) , Eliminated by Sheamus
20.Roman Reigns-(21) , Eliminated by Orton
21.Mark Henry-(19) , Eliminated by Big Show
22.Zack Ryder-(12) , Eliminated by Henry
23.Jinder Mahal-(13) , Eliminated by Orton
24.Randy Orton-(27) , Eliminated by The Undertaker
25.The Miz-(20) , Eliminated by Orton
26.R-Truth-(16) , Eliminated by Ziggler
27.Ryback-(18) , Eliminated by The Shield
28.Big Show-(25) , Eliminated by Sheamus
29.Drew Mcintrye-(17) , Eliminated by Ryback
30.The Undertaker-(28) , Eliminated by Lesnar(Not In Rumble)

Final 6 - John Cena, Daniel Bryan, Randy Orton, The Undertaker, Sheamus, Big Show

Final 4 - John Cena, Daniel Bryan, Randy Orton, The Undertaker

Final 2 - John Cena & Daniel Bryan

Winner - John Cena
 
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