WWE Royal Rumble 2010 took place on January 31, 2010, at Phillips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. It is the 23rd edition of the annual Royal Rumble produced by World Wrestling Entertainment. Royal Rumble is one of the biggest events in the WWE calendar, often providing the setting for WrestleMania. It also features a classic battle royal with over-the-top-rope action. This particular edition in 2010 will be remembered for its surprises, storytelling, and the lead-up to WrestleMania XXVI.
Background and Build-Up
WWE programming was full of tension and rivalries on the road to the Royal Rumble 2010. Among the stories for the event was the following big feud leading into it:
Sheamus vs Randy Orton: Sheamus defended his WWE title versus Randy Orton. For all of Randy Orton’s history with the championship, he was still thirsty for redemption.
Diva’s Championship: The rivalry between Michelle McCool and Mickie James paved way for their title match.
Legacy: The stable consisting of Cody Rhodes, Ted DiBiase and Randy Orton was associated with several storylines regarding a rivalry with the second coming legends.
Match List
At Royal Rumble 2010, there were matches that acted as a prelude to the main event in the form of the event itself:
Dolph Ziggler vs. Daniel Bryan
Michelle McCool vs. Mickie James (WWE Divas Championship)Sheamus vs. Randy Orton (WWE Championship)
Royal Rumble Match
Undercard Matches
Dolph Ziggler vs. Daniel Bryan
This was a contest between two of WWE’s best. Such athleticism and showmanship has Ziggler always pitched against Bryan, who has been making waves with his technical skills. The match was an exciting match, full of action, where both superstars showcased impressive moves and counters. Bryan would emerge victorious to set the tone for the night.
Michelle McCool vs. Mickie James
The Divas Championship match added a little emotional depth to the show. McCool and James had a bitter feud, with personal attacks and physical altercations preceding their bout. This was a very physical match as both women literally risked everything to win. McCool emerged victorious with the questionable finish, thus adding to her storyline dominance over the women’s division.
WWE Championship Match: Sheamus vs. Randy Orton
The WWE Championship match featured Sheamus defending the title against Randy Orton. Such a huge build-up was to this match with Orton looking for a chance at regaining the gold. The match had drama by way of near-falls and interference by members of Legacy, and Sheamus retained the title after going through the motions of such a violent encounter, leaving him further as one of the top heels in the WWE.
The Royal Rumble Match
This is usually the highlight of the evening, and the match itself often overshadows the rest. For the 2010 iteration of this match, 30 superstars came to compete for an opportunity to main event WrestleMania. The format is an entry at timed intervals to a match where the purpose of elimination is to eliminate another by throwing them over the top rope.
Notable Entrants and Eliminations
The biggest surprise of the night came when Edge re-emerged on the show. He had been out injured. His entrance really got the crowd going and he didn’t waste any time getting rid of several competitors.
John Cena: Another fan favorite, John Cena entered the match and demonstrated his toughness. The crowd was electric as he knocked out several opponents, showing that he was a true main event player.
Legacy’s Domination: Members of Legacy, including Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Ted DiBiase, banded together briefly to knock out several superstars before internal conflict led to their elimination.
Final Stretch
The final moments of the match were thrilling, and Edge and John Cena stood as the last two people in the ring. They had an intense exchange where Edge outmaneuvered Cena and eliminated him to get himself a chance in the main event of WrestleMania XXVI
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