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Royal Rumble start time, Netflix, Peacock, matches, card, rumors, winners
One of WWE‘s premier events comes to Indianapolis when Royal Rumble visits Lucas Oil Stadium on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, as wrestlers from the SmackDown and Raw franchises will compete. A SmackDown show will take place on Jan. 31 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
The city and WWE have an agreement that will bring Royal Rumble 2025 and future high-profile events to Indianapolis, including a SummerSlam and WrestleMania.
What is Royal Rumble?
Royal Rumble is a 30-wrestler match in which two wrestlers begin in the ring, and another enters every 90 seconds. A wrestler is eliminated when he or she goes over the top rope and both feet touch the floor. The winner is last wrestler remaining in the ring, and he or she earns a berth in a world championship match at WrestleMania 41 on April 20 in Las Vegas.
Who is in Royal Rumble 2025?
Men
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(WWE superstars who have declared for Royal Rumble)
Women
Hoosier wrestling stars:Dick the Bruiser, Mick Foley, Terry Funk and more
How to watch Royal Rumble 2025; how to stream Royal Rumble
Royal Rumble 2025 will stream exclusively on Peacock in the United States and on Netflix internationally.
Royal Rumble match card
What is a Ladder match? Why are Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens fighting?
Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens will battle for the Undisputed WWE Championship. This match arises from altercations over recent months.
On Oct. 5, Rhodes put aside past differences with Roman Reigns to compete in a tag team match. Owens considered this a betrayal and attacked Rhodes near his bus.
On Dec. 14, Owens and Rhodes battled. Owens pinned Rhodes after the referee had been knocked temporarily unconscious. After the ref recovered, Rhodes pinned Owens, retaining his Undisputed title. However, Owens delivered a banned piledriver and pinned Rhodes after the event, taking the Winged Eagle WWE Title belt − which Rhodes had brought out of retirement for one night − claiming the championship as his.
On Dec. 27, Rhodes challenged Owens to a Ladder match. The Undisputed and Winged Eagle title belts will hang above the ring, and the wrestler who pulls them down takes them.
WWE offers several ticket packages that feature different experiences, including:
Silver: Starting at $600, it includes upper-level seating, pre-show hospitality, a WWE credential and lanyard, and on location support staff.
Suite by the Seat: Starting at $2,250, it includes a suite level ticket, food and beverage, in-suite visits from WWE Superstars and gifts.
Champion: Starting at $5,200, it includes floor seating, a ringside photo op, pre-show hospitality with Mick Foley, a gift pack and Royal Rumble mat plaque.
Gold and Elite packages have sold out.
When is Royal Rumble 2025?
Feb. 1, 2025, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
What time does Royal Rumble 2025 start? What time is Royal Rumble?
6 p.m. ET Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
Royal Rumble winners
Men
2024: Cody Rhodes; eliminated CM Punk
2023: Cody Rhodes; eliminated Gunther
2022: Brock Lesnar; eliminated Drew McIntyre
2021: Edge; eliminated Randy Orton
2020: Drew McIntyre; eliminated Roman Reigns
2019: Seth Rollins; eliminated Braun Strowman
2018: Shinsuke Nakamura; eliminated Roman Reigns
2017: Randy Orton; eliminated Roman Reigns
2016: Triple H; eliminated Dean Ambrose
2015: Roman Reigns; eliminated Rusev
2014: Batista; eliminated Roman Reigns
2013: Jone Cena; eliminated Ryback
2012: Sheamus; eliminated Chris Jericho
2011: Alberto Del Rio; eliminated Santino Marella
2010: Edge; eliminated John Cena
2009: Randy Orton; eliminated Triple H
2008: John Cena; eliminated Triple H
2007: The Undertaker; eliminated Shawn Michaels
2006: Rey Mysterio; eliminated Randy Orton
2005: Batista; eliminated John Cena
2004: Chris Benoit; eliminated Big Show
2003: Brock Lesnar; eliminated The Undertaker
2002: Triple H; eliminated Kurt Angle
2001: Stone Cold Steve Austin; eliminated Kane
2000: The Rock; eliminated Big Show
1999: Vince McMahon; eliminated Steve Austin
1998: Steve Austin; eliminated The Rock
1997: Steve Austin; eliminated Bret Hart
1996: Shawn Michael; eliminated Diesel
1995: Shawn Michaels; British Bulldog
1994: Bret Hart and Lex Luger (co-winners)
1993: Yokozuna; eliminated Randy Savage
1992: Ric Flair; eliminated Sid Justice
1991: Hulk Hogan; eliminated Earthquake
1990: Hulk Hogan; Mr. Perfect
1989: Big John Studd; eliminated Ted DiBiase
1988: Hacksaw Jim Duggan; eliminated One Man Gang
Women
2024: Bayley; eliminated Liv Morgan
2023: Rhea Ripley; eliminated Liv Morgan
2022: Ronda Rousey; eliminated Charlotte Flair
2021: Bianca Belaire; eliminated Rhea Ripley
2020: Charlotte Flair eliminated Shayna Baszler
2019: Becky Lynch; eliminated Charlotte Flair
2018: Asuka; eliminated Nikki Bella
When is WrestleMania 41? When is WrestleMania in 2025?
Saturday-Sunday, April 19-20, 2025.
Where is WrestleMania 41? Where is WrestleMania in 2025?
Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
The Royal Rumble is just around the corner and fans are buzzing with excitement for this epic event. But what time does it start? And where can you watch it?The Royal Rumble will kick off at 7pm ET/4pm PT on Sunday, January 30th. Fans can tune in to watch all the action on either Peacock or the WWE Network.
As for the matches on the card, there are sure to be some thrilling showdowns. Rumors are swirling about potential matchups, including a highly anticipated clash between Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar for the Universal Championship, as well as a battle between Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair for the SmackDown Women’s Championship.
Of course, the Royal Rumble match itself is always a highlight of the event, with 30 superstars vying for a chance to headline WrestleMania. Who will emerge victorious and earn a shot at championship gold?
As for potential winners, fans are speculating about who will come out on top. Could it be a surprise entrant like John Cena or a returning legend like Edge? Or will a current superstar like Seth Rollins or Bianca Belair make history by winning the Rumble?
With so much anticipation and excitement surrounding the Royal Rumble, fans are sure to be in for a wild ride. Don’t miss out on all the action and drama as WWE’s biggest superstars collide in the ring.
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#Royal #Rumble #start #time #Netflix #Peacock #matches #card #rumors #winnersArne Slot’s Liverpool are the real deal, but Man City won’t get near a second European crown! Winners and losers of UEFA’s polarising inaugural Champions League league phase
The competition’s new format has thrown up plenty of drama so far, even if the stakes didn’t feel quite as high as previous years’ group stages
So there we have it. After five gruelling months and 144 games, including 18 in one night on Wednesday, the inaugural Champions League league phase is finally over.
The final matchday certainly delivered on the entertainment front, with 64 goals smashed in, including five in Liverpool’s clash with PSV in Eindhoven, six in Aston Villa’s home win over Celtic, and seven in Lille’s demolition of Feyenoord. “It was a little bit chaotic at times because there were goals going in everywhere,” former Rangers striker Ally McCoist said on TNT Sports. “I don’t think I would be able to watch just the one game in my house, on my sofa, ever again. It was sensational.”
It’s difficult to argue with that assessment, but the journey beforehand was a real slog. We still have another 16 games to get through before the round of 16, too, with the play-off knockout round set to be played in mid-February.
Liverpool, Barcelona, Arsenal, Inter, Atletico Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen, Lille and Villa don’t have to worry about that; they are automatically through after finishing in the top eight. But a host of other huge clubs underperformed as the overall competitiveness levels on the elite European stage dropped significantly.
The argument over whether the new format can be considered an immediate success will very much depend on allegiances, and with that in mind, GOAL brings you the winners and losers from the 2024-25 league phase…
Arne Slot’s Liverpool have been on fire in the inaugural Champions League league phase, showcasing their dominance and proving themselves as serious contenders for European glory. With their attacking prowess and solid defense, they have proven that they are the real deal and a force to be reckoned with in the competition.On the other hand, Manchester City have not been as impressive, struggling to find their rhythm and consistency in the group stages. Despite their strong squad and talented players, they have fallen short in their performances and it seems unlikely that they will be able to challenge for a second European crown this season.
The winners of the league phase have been teams like Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, and Chelsea, who have all shown their class and quality in their performances. These teams have been able to navigate through tough groups and secure their spots in the knockout stages, setting themselves up for a potential deep run in the competition.
On the other hand, teams like Barcelona, Manchester United, and Juventus have been the losers of the league phase, failing to live up to expectations and struggling to secure their spots in the knockout stages. These teams will need to regroup and improve if they want to have any chance of making a run in the competition.
Overall, the inaugural Champions League league phase has been filled with exciting matchups, surprising results, and standout performances. As we head into the knockout stages, it will be interesting to see which teams will rise to the occasion and which teams will falter under the pressure. One thing is for sure, Arne Slot’s Liverpool are looking like serious contenders, while Manchester City will have a tough road ahead if they want to secure a second European crown.
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College basketball winners, losers: Auburn. Houston win big
In the unpredictability that is the SEC, one team reigns supreme above all.
It was ugly and brutal, but in the battle of heavyweights, Auburn got past Tennessee 53-51 in one of the most-anticipated games of the college basketball season. And it lived up to the billing.
Those that love offense probably had a hard time watching what transpired inside Neville Arena, where every single point was earned in a physical 40 minutes; both teams each shot 31% from the field and less than 20% from the 3-point line. While far from pretty − including some questionable decisions from the referees − it truly was two of the best teams in the country showing what makes them such stalwarts.
Does Saturday’s game determine who will win the SEC or become national champion? No, but what the contest did prove is Auburn is indeed the best team in the country. It’s been three weeks into the conference slate, and every team tasted defeat in the talent-heavy league − except Auburn. A perfect 6-0 start in the SEC likely couldn’t be done by any other team in the country, nor could a 11-1 record in Quad 1 games.
If this was the first time the majority of the country saw the Tigers for the first time now that college football is over, it was a solid introduction for player of the year candidate Johni Broome. Questionable to play after suffering a left ankle injury two week injury, the center didn’t looked hobbled against Tennessee with a 16-point, 13-rebound performance for his 11th double-double of the season.
Now through the first major test since the start of 2025, the Tigers will be tested again with Mississippi and Florida in the next two weeks before another possible game of the season against rival Alabama on Feb. 15.
Will Auburn lose another game? Probably. But make no mistake: Auburn has a firm grasp on top of the sport as we close in February, and the Tigers lead the top storylines from the past weekend of hoops.
Houston wins thriller to affirm control of Big 12
Remember when Houston started the season 4-3 and there was doubt if the Cougars could continue their dominance? Well less than two months later and 12 consecutive wins, Houston remains on top of the Big 12 after a wild comeback victory at Kansas.
Playing in hostile territory, Houston had a 17-2 second half start to take a lead against the Jayhawks, but Kansas stormed back and looked to be headed toward handing the Cougars the first Big 12 loss of the season. Houston was down six points in the final 90 seconds, and managed to force overtime.
That wasn’t all. In the extra period, Kansas again looked to have a win sealed with a six-point lead with 18 seconds. Then, an incredible sequence of a 3-pointer, steal and another three suddenly tied the game up to force another extra period. The second overtime didn’t really need to be played; the crowd in Allen Fieldhouse was stunned, Kansas had no juice left and and Houston left Lawrence with a statement victory.
The expanded Big 12 remains a beautiful mess, yet Houston still controls the conference in just its second-year there. In two seasons, the Cougars are 23-3 in the conference and look like the leading contender to win the regular-season title again. Time to put some respect on Houston again.
Wake Forest falters in much-needed win
The past two seasons, Wake Forest has lived on the bubble, hoping the NCAA men’s tournament selection committee would slot them into the field of 68, only to end Selection Sunday in disappointment. It’s shaping up to be another season like that for Steve Forbes after it couldn’t get a signature win against Duke.
It was a first half to forget for the Demon Deacons, but they came out blazing in the second half with a 17-1 run that gave them the lead and had Veterans Memorial Coliseum ready to storm the court. However, Cooper Flagg and company weren’t just going to bow down. The freshman star led kept the Blue Devils composed with a 14-2 to retake a lead they wouldn’t relinquish. Meanwhile, Wake Forest ended the game cold, going more than six minutes without a made field goal before it was too late.
Wake Forest entered the weekend one of the first four teams out of the first USA TODAY Sports Bracketology of the season, and Saturday was the perfect opportunity to boost its stock. In each of the past two seasons, it had a home win over Duke that really gave the Demon Deacons a case to make the tournament. This time around it doesn’t have it, and are now 1-5 in Quad 1 games. It will now take even more work to return to the big dance for the first time since 2017.
Texas boosts tournament resume thanks to last-second shot
One of the projected last teams in the field in last week’s Bracketology, Texas has one of the best opportunities to get out of playing in Dayton with so many resume building games left on the schedule. Quickly, the Longhorns are capitalizing.
Texas looked like it was going to suffer an embarrassing home loss to rival Texas A&M when it trailed by 22 points early in the second half. Instead, the Longhorns stormed back to finish the game on a 41-18 run that was capped with Tramon Mark hitting a game-winning shot against the Aggies.
The win capped off a successful week for Texas after it took down a hot Missouri team on Tuesday. Now after an 0-3 start in the SEC, Texas is 3-1 since, with each victory being a Quad 1 win. Are the Longhorns still looking at a double-digit seed? Yes, but getting into the first round is something Rodney Terry will take.
Connecticut, Oregon and West Virginia suffer bad road losses
Even the ranked teams in the country can get in slumps, but it’s different when losing to struggling teams like Connecticut, Oregon and West Virginia did.
The defending back-to-back champions have now lost three of its last five games after the Huskies lost to Xavier. Oregon never looked complete against Minnesota, and West Virginia was completely dominated by Kansas State for its third loss in four games. Whether it’s because of injuries or just the fatigue of the season setting in, all three squads are in pretty bad funks after looking strong earlier in the season.
There’s not much time to figure things out either. West Virginia has Houston next, Oregon has trips to UCLA and the Michigan schools and UConn has Marquette and St. John’s approaching on the schedule. True make it or break it moments coming up.
SEC woes continue in South Carolina
For as much as SEC fans love playing the hypotheticals, South Carolina really does have argument it would be a solid team in any other conference.
The Gamecocks remain the only winless team in conference play, a poor 0-7 against the SEC and the only one in the league not above .500. It’s become a rough time for a team that started 10-3 and hasn’t won since the calendar flipped to 2025, but the winless start in the SEC doesn’t mean South Carolina is awful. In fact, it’s put up close performances, it just can’t capitalize in clutch situations.
It took Auburn to the wire in a 66-63 loss, lost by the same margin to Vanderbilt thanks to a last-second shot, had a 14-point second half lead against Florida get turned into a one-point defeat and on Saturday, took Mississippi State to overtime before falling apart to the Bulldogs. Lamont Paris has a good team, the unfortunately reality is he is constantly facing better teams, and why the Gamecocks are being kept at the bottom of a deep league.
Winners:
1. Auburn: The Tigers pulled off a huge upset by defeating the number one ranked Gonzaga Bulldogs in a thrilling overtime game. This win solidified Auburn’s status as a top contender in college basketball this season.2. Houston: The Cougars continue to impress with a dominant win over Texas Tech, showcasing their depth and talent on both ends of the court. Houston is proving to be a force to be reckoned with in the NCAA tournament.
Losers:
None mentioned in this post.
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#College #basketball #winners #losers #Auburn #Houston #win #bigPrediction: These 2 “Magnificent Seven” Stocks Will Be AI’s Biggest Winners by 2030 (Hint: Neither One Is Nvidia)
Artificial intelligence (AI) has garnered so much attention over the past couple of years. Experts believe this is a game-changing technology that will impact virtually all industries one day. Investors, unsurprisingly, want to get in on the action.
Nvidia (NVDA 8.93%) has been the standout performer of the AI revolution. Its shares have absolutely skyrocketed, rising 2,270% in just the past five years. As of Jan. 22, this is the world’s most valuable company with a market cap of $3.6 trillion.
There’s no doubt Nvidia deserves credit for how well it’s positioned in the industry. But looking out five years to 2030, I believe two other “Magnificent Seven” stocks will end up being AI’s biggest winners.
Picks and shovels
Nvidia sells graphics processing units that support AI infrastructure. It has a monopoly position in the market for data center chips, its top business line, which generated 88% of company revenue in the fiscal third quarter of 2025 (ended Oct. 27). That figure was up 112% year over year, demonstrating insatiable demand for these powerful chips.
This business has become the premier way to invest in the AI trend. That’s because it’s a picks-and-shovels play, benefiting from the growth of the overall industry.
But there are some red flags hiding in plain sight. Nvidia deals with customer concentration. It’s believed that a handful of companies, a list that probably includes Amazon, Alphabet (GOOGL 1.82%) (GOOG 1.70%), Meta Platforms (META 2.19%), and Microsoft, account for a sizable portion of revenue.
The issue, though, is that these so-called hyperscalers are all working on their own chips to power their own AI applications. They have the cash and technical know-how to integrate upstream, which could seriously hurt demand for Nvidia in the future.
Additionally, investors need to think about what happens in an economic downturn. Spending on technology is such a huge part of the economy that there will surely be a major pullback in a recessionary scenario. Nvidia would likely take a hit in this situation, which leads to sizable downside for what is an expensive stock.
Billions of people
The two businesses that I believe will be AI’s top winners by 2030 are Alphabet and Meta Platforms. These are already dominant enterprises that each serve billions of users, which is a key advantage. This supports the view that AI success stories might mostly come from companies that have long been thriving, letting the technology enhance their offerings.
Having a massive user base provides an immediate audience to constantly introduce AI features to, with instant feedback. This can inform further product upgrades and iterations.
And while Nvidia’s revenue is concentrated in a relatively small number of customers, both Alphabet and Meta each have millions of customers using their ad platforms to target users. Not having customer concentration is a positive trait.
Alphabet and Meta possess powerful network effects. Google Search and YouTube get better as more people use these services. The same is true of Meta’s social media apps.
There aren’t many businesses as financially sound as these two, either. Both generate billions of dollars in free cash flow each quarter, allowing them to operate with strong balance sheets that facilitate aggressive growth investments.
Having access to a massive amount of data to train AI models is critical to improve their functionality. Here’s where Alphabet and Meta shine. They might have the two largest data repositories on the face of the planet, ranging from search queries to social interactions to even video, with Alphabet’s YouTube and Meta’s Reels, for example.
Both Alphabet and Meta shares trade at forward price-to-earnings ratios ranging from 50% to 55% cheaper than Nvidia stock. This creates greater upside, positioning them well to be AI’s biggest winners this decade.
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Prediction: These 2 “Magnificent Seven” Stocks Will Be AI’s Biggest Winners by 2030 (Hint: Neither One Is Nvidia)As artificial intelligence continues to revolutionize industries across the globe, investors are eager to pinpoint the companies that are poised to benefit the most from this transformative technology. While Nvidia has long been considered a leader in AI, there are two lesser-known stocks that are poised to outperform even the most optimistic projections by 2030.
The first of these “Magnificent Seven” stocks is Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL). Google’s parent company has been investing heavily in AI research and development, and its deep pockets and vast troves of data give it a competitive edge in the race to dominate the AI landscape. From self-driving cars to natural language processing, Alphabet’s AI initiatives are paving the way for a future where machines can think and learn like humans.
The second stock on our list is Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN). While Amazon is best known for its e-commerce empire, the company has quietly been building a formidable AI infrastructure that powers everything from its recommendation algorithms to its delivery drones. With its vast reach and resources, Amazon is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for AI-powered solutions in industries ranging from healthcare to logistics.
While Nvidia will undoubtedly continue to play a significant role in the AI revolution, investors would be wise to keep an eye on these two “Magnificent Seven” stocks as they are poised to be the biggest winners in the AI boom of the next decade.
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WWE Raw Results, Winners And Grades On January 27, 2025
Sami Zayn vs. Drew McIntyre on Netflix
WWE Raw in Atlanta advertised the return of Logan Paul, who declared for the 2025 Royal Rumble Match. Raw also advertised hometown hero and WWE champion Cody Rhodes, a WWE World Tag Team Title match between the War Raiders and the Judgment Day and Sami Zayn’s latest attempt to beat Drew McIntyre.
WWE Raw On Netflix Results On January 27, 2025
- The War Raiders def. The Judgment Day | WWE World Tag Team Titles
- Rey Mysterio def. Xavier Woods
- Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez def. Bianca Belair and Naomi
- Drew McIntyre def. Sami Zayn
WWE Raw Ticket Sales
- WWE Raw Venue: State Farm Arena (Atlanta, Ga)
- WE Raw Tickets Distributed: 12,082
- WWE Raw Tickets Available: 107
WWE Raw On Netflix Highlights, Winners And Grades
Logan Paul, GUNTHER And Seth Rollins Face Off
GUNTHER and Seth Rollins had a standard babyface-heel faceoff, but this segment really leveled up when Logan Paul arrived. This man got so much heat.
While getting booed loudly and receiving “you suck!” chants, Paul screamed over the Atlanta crowd. Paul then reminded Rollins and GUNTHER that these passionate reactions were attention.
Paul declared for the Royal Rumble. GUNTHER said he hopes Paul wins because he wants to embarrass Logan Paul at WrestleMania. Not much actually happened during this segment, but it was very loud and heated.
Opening Segment Grade: B+
War Raiders Def. Judgment Day
Early in the match, JD McDonagh smacked the back of his head against the announce table after a moonsault. It was a very scary spot. Cole and McAfee spent the rest of the match putting over JD. They were in awe as to how he kept going. Even when JD got back on the apron, fans cheered him out of respect.
The commentary team continued to put over JD’s big head as he connected with headbutts on his opponents. At one point, Erik hit a knee to the back of JD’s head.
The Judgment Day just came up short, and the War Raiders won with the War Machine. This felt like JD’s coming out party.
WWE World Tag Team Title Match Grade: A-
Rey Mysterio Def. Xavier Woods
Xavier Woods reserved seats for his family, but they didn’t show up…yet.
Woods followed in Kofi’s footsteps with his new gear: Black jeans and fist tape.
Woods’ family finally showed up, but revealed they were wearing “New Day Sucks” t-shirts. The distraction was enough to cost Woods the match.
Woods and Kofi losing does not feel like they’re getting jobbed out. It feels like part of a bigger story where the New Day will eventually look in the mirror and realize they made a mistake by turning on Big E. I could see a reunion as soon as WrestleMania.
Rey Mysterio vs. Xavier Woods Grade: B
Jey Uso Yeets Live
Jey Uso’s entrance lasted several minutes and was lit as ever in Atlanta. In attendance were Atlanta rappers Killer Mike, Lil Baby, Lil Yachty, 2 Chainz and Quavo, who accompanied Uso to the ring with the Smoking Skull belt.
Good thing Jey Uso didn’t have to wrestle, because this was a lot of yeeting. While cutting his promo, he seemed a bit winded and I don’t blame him. This was a good workout for the conditioning he’ll need in the Royal Rumble Match.
Uso vowed to win the Royal Rumble and get his revenge on GUNTHER, something I think is more realistic than it sounds given how stacked the Royal Rumble is.
Jey Uso Segment Grade: B
Morgan And Rodriguez Def. Naomi And Belair
After being on top of the women’s division and all over TV, Liv Morgan is in a transitional phase headed into WrestleMania. She didn’t even receive and entrance.
Cole noted Jade Cargill eliminated Naomi in last year’s Royal Rumble. He also pointed out that Liv Morgan had finished as the runner-up in the last two Royal Rumble matches.
Bianca hit Liv Morgan with 17 punches and the crowd counted along to every one of them.
Dirty Dom tried to get out of the doghouse with a distraction. For his troubles, Belair hit a dive on Dom to the outside. The led to a two-on-one advantage where Rodriguez slammed Naomi on the apron, leading to a Morgan win.
After shouting out Georgia Championship Wrestling and WCW, Michael Cole put himself over as the only commentator to be undefeated at WrestleMania. Of course, this also happened in Atlanta. Pat McAfee went onto roast Cole’s gear and weight at WrestleMania 27. They also showed footage of Cole’s botched handshake with Quavo from earlier in the night.
Morgan and Rodriguez vs. Belair and Naomi Grade: B+
Paul Heyman Reveals WWE 2K25 Cover
Paul Heyman appeared to reveal the cover of WWE 2K25. Roman Reigns was on the cover, as was teased on the January 6 Raw.
Paul Heyman called himself the one behind the one in 29-1. Heyman name-dropped Elon Musk, saying when Musk colonizes Mars, Roman Reigns will be the best on that planet, too.
Heyman, who was blowing up during this promo worse than Jey Uso from earlier, called the Royal Rumble field “Roman wannabes.” Suspiciously, he did not mention CM Punk, and CM Punk did not interrupt him. Drew McIntyre did.
Fans chanted “we want Roman” as soon as Drew began to speak. They also chanted “we don’t care!” as he ran down Reigns.
McIntyre told Heyman to warn “his boy” that he’s coming for him. Heyman said he’d let Roman Reigns know, but Drew said he wasn’t talking about Reigns. He was talking about CM Punk.
Paul Heyman Reveal Grade: B
Drew McIntyre Def. Sami Zayn
Early in the match, McIntyre taunted Sami Zayn about his record against him. 10-0.
Despite the “we don’t care” chants from earlier, there were dueling chants of “let’s go Sami/let’s go Drew!”
Sami Zayn was bleeding from the nose the hard way. Not to be outdone (though he was outdone by JD earlier in the night), Drew McIntyre missed a Claymore Kick and landed on the table where he hit the back of his head.
I have a feeling that Zayn will get a measure of revenge by eliminating McIntyre at the Royal Rumble.
McIntyre won with his feet on the ropes. 11-0. After the match, Drew continued to beat on Sami, but Cody Rhodes made the save. Owens attacked Rhodes as Owens and McIntyre beat Cody down. Then, for the second week in a row, Sami Zayn hit a Helluva Kick on a babyface. This time, on Cody Rhodes. KO was pleased.
WWE Raw Main Event Grade: B
CM Punk And Cody Rhodes Face Off
With the two world titles hanging above, Rhodes cut an impassioned promo after the match and before WWE Raw went off the air. Rhodes was then interrupted by CM Punk.
Punk gave Cody a pep talk. He said he’s Cody’s friend, and because of a promise Punk made to Dusty Rhodes, he’ll always be Cody’s friend. Punk said the world championship changes you for the worse, just as it did when he was around Day 300 of his historic world title reign.
Cody called back to his segment with Punk last year before the Royal Rumble, where Punk quietly predicted The Rock would try to take his spot. Cody then asked Prescient Punk what’s going to happen next. Punk said he’d win the Royal Rumble and take Cody’s title, thereby stabbing him in the front. This faceoff wasn’t nearly as good as their segment from last year, but it did the trick.
CM Punk and Cody Rhodes Faceoff Grade: B-
WWE Raw Results, Winners And Grades On January 27, 2025The January 27, 2025 edition of WWE Raw was action-packed and full of surprises. Here are the results, winners, and grades for the night:
– In the opening match, The Usos defeated The Viking Raiders in a hard-hitting tag team match. Grade: B+
– Next up, Bianca Belair picked up a dominant win over Dana Brooke. Grade: A-
– In a thrilling singles match, Finn Balor defeated Kevin Owens in a back-and-forth battle. Grade: A
– The Women’s Tag Team Champions, The Kabuki Warriors, successfully defended their titles against The IIconics. Grade: B
– The main event saw Roman Reigns retain his WWE Championship against Seth Rollins in a brutal match that had the crowd on the edge of their seats. Grade: A+
Overall, WWE Raw on January 27, 2025, delivered some top-notch matches and solid storytelling. Tune in next week for more exciting action from the WWE Universe.
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#WWE #Raw #Results #Winners #Grades #JanuaryAustralian Open final prize money: How much do the winners make in 2025?
We have reached the last weekend of the Australian Open, with the champions for 2025 being decided.
On Friday, Aussie duo Olivia Gadecki and John Peers emerged victorious to take out the mixed doubles event.
Madison Keys then took out the women’s singles decider on Saturday, with the men’s doubles champions crowned later that evening.
The men’s singles and women’s doubles titles will be up for grabs on Sunday.
Along with the prestige and honour of winning a grand slam tournament, there is also some hefty prize money on offer for the victors (and runners-up, too).
The Sporting News has the details.
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Australian Open prize money: Women’s and men’s singles winners
In 2025, the singles champions at Melbourne Park will take home a whopping $3.5 million.
This is a $350,000 increase on last year’s offering.
Runners-up will also head home considerably richer, as they are set to earn $1.9 million.
The Australian Open has provided equal prize money to men’s and women’s players since 2001.
Click here for a full breakdown of the 2025 Australian Open prize pool.
Australian Open prize money: Mixed, men’s and women’s doubles winners
There is significantly less prize money on offer for doubles winners compared to their singles counterparts.
Regardless, the $810,000 pay packet for the men’s and women’s champion teams is nothing to be sneezed at.
Runners-up will earn just over half that figure – $440,000.
In the mixed doubles, the winning pair will receive $175,000, while the second-placed duo will make $97,750.
All doubles prize money is per team, meaning the winnings are split.
Click here for a full breakdown of the 2025 Australian Open prize pool.
The Australian Open final prize money has increased significantly over the years, with the winners taking home a substantial amount of money. In 2025, the winners of the Australian Open will make a whopping $4 million each! This is a huge increase from previous years and showcases the growing popularity and prestige of the tournament. With such a hefty prize purse, the competition is sure to be fierce as players battle it out for not only the title, but also the substantial financial reward. Keep an eye out for the Australian Open final to see who will be taking home the big prize in 2025!
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Australian Open final prize money: How much do the winners earn? | Tennis | Sport
The Australian Open culminates this weekend with the two singles champions set to be crowned at Melbourne Park. The female winner will be handed the Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup while the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup will go to the men’s champion.
In 2024, it was Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner who left Australia as the two champions.
Sabalenka retained her title from 2024, while Sinner landed his first Grand Slam win, before going on to also prevail at the US Open later in the year.
Both stars earned more than £1.6million for their successes, but the prize fund has been increased this time around. It follows tournament organisers announcing the overall prize pot was being increased to £49m, an 11.56 per cent increase on last year.
Whoever wins the finals this weekend will be handed just short of £1.8m, an 11.11 per cent rise on 2024. The two runners-up will have the consolation of a cheque for £966,000.
But it’s not just the individual events that conclude this weekend. The men’s and ladies doubles finals also take place, with the winning pairings set to receive £405,660.
The mixed doubles isn’t quite so lucrative, with victory worth £87,643. And the figures signify a staggering rise over the last 25 years, with the overall prize fund in 2001 a mere £7m.
The subject of prize money down under hit the headlines last week following a heartwarming gesture from American player Taylor Fritz. The American went out in the third round after losing to Gael Monfils.
But he pledged to donate £67k, the prize for winning his first-round march, to help the Los Angeles fire relief efforts. And he appeared to urge his fellow professionals to follow suit.
“It’s really the least I could do,” he said. “Southern California’s my home and LA was my home for a very long time so I’m just doing what I can do to help. I would encourage anyone else who can donate to help too because a lot of people really need help.”
Daniil Medvedev however, was forced to hand his winnings over for very different reasons. After his second-round defeat to American Learner Tien, he was hit with a £54,000 fine for unsportsmanlike conduct.
The Australian Open is one of the most prestigious tennis tournaments in the world, attracting top players from around the globe to compete for the coveted title. But aside from the glory of winning, one of the biggest draws for players is the prize money.So, how much do the winners of the Australian Open final earn? In 2021, the winners of the men’s and women’s singles finals took home a whopping $2.75 million each. That’s a significant increase from previous years, demonstrating the tournament’s commitment to rewarding its champions.
In addition to the prize money, winners also receive a prestigious trophy and the satisfaction of knowing they have triumphed over some of the best players in the world. It’s no wonder that the Australian Open continues to be a favorite among both players and fans.
So, if you’re a tennis fan or just curious about the financial rewards of winning a Grand Slam tournament, keep an eye on the Australian Open final and see who walks away with the big prize.
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#Australian #Open #final #prize #money #winners #earn #Tennis #SportFans react to Ryan Seacrest’s fall during ‘Wheel of Fortune’ winner’s celebration: ‘You good, Ryan?’
A last-second win in the bonus round by a recent “Wheel of Fortune” contestant knocked Ryan Seacrest off his feet.
The host wasn’t quite ready for the level of excitement from contestant Daniel after he nailed “Guppies” as the solution in the bonus round, as seen in the Jan. 21 episode of the game show. He only had the letters “G” “E” and “S” to work with, and he guessed correctly with one second remaining.
An overjoyed Daniel bear-hugged Seacrest while moving forward, which sent the host tumbling to the floor.
“Oh my gosh!” Thomas said after seeing Seacrest hit the ground.
“I’m good, I’m good,” Seacrest said as Daniel helped him up.
Seacrest then revealed that Daniel had won $40,000 for solving the puzzle for a total haul of $71,950 from the episode.
Announcer Jim Thornton had some fun with the moment, saying “Daniel, easy on our host, but celebrate with $40,000!”
Daniel then apologized to Seacrest.
“I’m so sorry. Did I make you fall?” he said.
Seacrest jokingly kept his distance from Daniel when announcing his total prize money.
The host then asked Daniel how he was able to do that in the last second.
“Push you over or solve the puzzle?” Daniel asked.
Seacrest also commented on the fall in a quick moment with co-host Vanna White released by the show.
“Pick me up, throw me over, tackle me,” Seacrest said. “I’m totally fine with it.”
The show shared the moment on Instagram and YouTube.
“Bookmarking this video for when we see an influx of people tackling Ryan in the show… ” the Instagram caption reads.
Fans also enjoyed the impromptu celebration.
“You good, Ryan?” one YouTube commenter wrote.
“That was so wholesome! You sure you’re okay, Ryan? ” one commented on Instagram.
“I don’t know which I’m more impressed by, the solve or the tackle lol,” another wrote on Instagram.
“That was incredible!! And the guy getting the puzzle was cool too. I hope you are okay, Ryan!” another fan commented on Instagram.
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Fans were in for a shock last night as Ryan Seacrest took a tumble during the winner’s celebration on ‘Wheel of Fortune.’ The beloved host was caught off guard as he slipped and fell on stage, leaving viewers concerned for his well-being.Social media quickly erupted with reactions to the unexpected fall, with many fans expressing their concern for Ryan. One Twitter user wrote, “You good, Ryan? That fall looked rough!” while another commented, “Hope Ryan is okay after that fall! Sending him positive vibes.”
Despite the fall, Ryan managed to brush it off with his signature charm and humor, reassuring fans that he was okay and continuing on with the show. But that didn’t stop fans from worrying about his safety and well-being.
As the incident continues to circulate online, fans are sending their support and well wishes to Ryan in hopes that he’s not too shaken up by the fall. One thing is for sure – fans will always have Ryan’s back, no matter what unexpected mishaps may occur. #GetWellSoonRyan.
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