WWE Royal Rumble (2016 TV Special) User Reviews

Watching the Royal Rumble, this year, felt like drinking Crown Royal. It was fun to do, but you will get a wicked hangover after it.

[ironhorse_iv · 7/10 · 2 February 2016]

For the most part, seeing the rise and fall of the Roman Empire was a pretty alright show. Before I start, I want to give credit to the graphics department for the very cool opening video package. The CGI marble statues of all the wrestlers look fantastic. It will be one of the most memorable wrestling graphics for years to come, that everyone will remember! I just wish, the entrance set was just as marvelous. Why couldn't they used the cool looking, Roman Coliseum entrance set, that WWE used in the 2006 Royal Rumble? It would be so awesome, if they did! Anyways, without spoiling the results of the matches on the card. I have to say, the pre-show match, which had a 4-way tag match for 2 Rumble number spots was sloppy mess. Not only that, but it was mostly a snore-fest. I really don't understand, why Darren Young & Damien Sandow was teaming up with each other to fight the teams of Mark Henry/Jack Swagger, the Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray Dudley and D-Von Dudley) and The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor). It doesn't make any sense!? These two, have nothing to do with each other, nor was they given any build up as a tag team to be taken serious. I'm just glad, the team that won, won, because they really do deserve more credit. The next match on the card is a Last Man Standing match for the WWE Intercontinental Championship between champion, Dean Ambrose and Kevin Owens. Both have alright build up to this match. Since the events of the last WWE PPV: 2015's TLC: Tables, Ladders and Chairs, both men has trade shots at putting each other, through a table, in order to cripple the other. So, I'm glad, they had somewhat of a story for this 'Street Fight' weapon type match, rather than it being laziness added on, at a last second, due to recent WWE loving to have gimmick weapon matches without little to no build up. I like how their match had some type of rivalry. Both are great wrestlers and the two took some vicious, scary bumps. The ending to the match was fine. Coming up, next was the Tag team match for the WWE Tag Team Championship between the Champions, the New Day (Big E and Kofi Kingston with Xavier Woods) Vs the Usos (Jimmy Uso and Jey Uso). The New Day's comedy antics before the match, once again, was very entertaining, however during the match, I really couldn't remember any cool moves. It was somewhat forgettable. The next match is even worst. The WWE United States Championship match, between Champion, Alberto Del Rio and Kallisto was by far, the worst match of the night, besides the pre-show. It was very sloppy and botching. I also really tired of this Mexican Vs Mexican, David versus Goliath encounter style of match booking. It's very tiresome. It's way too similar to Alberto Del Rio's feuds with Rey Mysterio and Sin Cara in the past. It was very unexceptional. Nevertheless, the right man won in the end. At least, WWE is thinking of the future, somewhere. The WWE Divas Championship match between the Divas champion, Charlotte Vs Becky Lynch was next on the card. I love, the build up to this match, since it's rare to see, one for the women. Still, it's a bit odd to see Charlotte turn heel, so quickly after the Nikki Bella feud, a few months back. Anyways, Becky Lynch as the face is so over with the fans. The match was alright for the most part. While, it was gross, I also didn't mind, Ric Flair's sexual assault, kiss stealing interference. After all, they're heels. It's supposed to make people uncomfortable. The aftermath of the match with Sasha Banks was intense. You really didn't know, who side, she was, really on. It was very intense. Another match that was strong was the 30 men: Royal Rumble Match for the World Heavyweight Championship. It was very unique to see Roman Reigns defended his championship in a match like this. I like how, WWE didn't wasted spots for nostalgia comebacks, making the Rumble have a feeling of being serious, legit competition with purpose behind every entrant. Still, there were some comedy moments with R-Truth and the New Day that were kinda stupid. However, for the most part, seeing Indy wrestlers like AJ Styles, Sami Zayn and others, debut in a WWE ring with season wrestlers like Triple H, Brock Lesnar and others was very surreal and fun to watch. I just wish, the order of this match was a little better. It makes certain wrestlers like the Champion, Roman Reigns look weak. Much like Stone Cold Steve Austin in the 1999's Rumble, Reigns sat out most of the match after drawing a number one. I don't know why they'd book him to go #1, if he wasn't willing to go for the hour, wrestling. I know that he isn't that seasoned or talented as a performer to pull that off, but you can have Roman stretchered off, after his attack, rather than showing him, walking backstage. Maybe he was supposed to look strong that he's walking out under his own power, but I thought he looked cowardly, actively walking away from the match, rather than finishing it. I really hate that there is no count outs rules in these things. Despite that, The Royal Rumble match was a very entertaining, show, however the hangover results of this show will make Wrestlemania 32 look a bit worrisome, with the heel champion getting cheer more than the top babyface. Overall: It's pretty hard to please pro-wrestling fans, these days. There is always something for them to rant about. However, I think every WWE fan, can mark this PPV as a huge improvement compare to disappointing 2014 and 2015 events. So check it out. It's worth your time

WWE Royal Rumble (2016)

[DannMarshall · 8/10 · 31 January 2016]

The following will include quick results of this year's WWE Royal Rumble PPV. Good show from top to bottom that had every Championship on the line, two of which changed hands. Not as many surprise entrants in this year's Rumble. However, one entrant A.J. Styles who not only made his WWE debut in the match, he had a hell of a showing. Also, Sami Zayn made his first Rumble appearance. Alas, it was the #30 entrant who totally changed the game....

1. Dean Ambrose b. Kevin Owens in a Last Man Standing Match to retain the Intercontinental Championship. (Really great match, loved all the action. Owens went through two tables.)

2. The New Day (Kofi Kingston & Big E) b. The Usos to retain the Tag Team Championships. (Good match as both teams are fun to watch, but if you're not sick of the New Day's act yet you appreciate it as much as I do.)

3. Kalisto b. Alberto Del Rio to win the United States Championship. (Nice to see Kalisto win the title again and not lose it the next night. Looks like he'll be spotlighted through Wrestlemania, and until his partner Sin Cara returns from injury.)

4. Charlotte b. Becky Lynch to retain the Divas Championship. (Maybe someday Becky will become champion...)

5. Triple H won the 30 man Royal Rumble Match to win the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. (Entering in at #30, it didn't cross people's minds at the time who was now going to be the winner. The match was great overall including impressive performances from Styles, Jericho, Reigns,Ambrose, The Wyatt Family, etc.. Another fun Rumble to end a fun night overall. )

Thanks

Good start to 2016 with some ups and downs

[morantjavonte · 7/10 · 6 April 2023]

Royal Rumble 2016 Thoughts

Royal Rumble 2016 was the 29th annual Royal Rumble PPV event produced by the WWE. The show was held in Orlando, Florida at the Amway Center with an attendance of 15,170. The event is highly remembered for many things including the debut of the phenomenal AJ Styles. This was the last royal rumble ppv before the brand split returned in the summer of this year.

5 matches were held on the main card with of course the traditional royal rumble match taking place in the main event. However, for the first time ever, the world champion (Roman Reigns) would be defending the belt against 29 other superstars in the match. This would be the second a time a belt would be the prize winner since 1992 where the Championship was vacant. Another major match on the card featured Kevin Owens vs. Dean Ambrose for the WWE Intercontinental Championship in a last man standing match. New battled the Usos for the Tag Team Championship, Alberto fought Kalisto for the US belt, and Charlotte defended the Divas Championship against Becky Lynch.

The Good - The royal rumble match itself was a hell of an improvement over the previous year's rumble match. I think the buildup wasn't that good and it lacked storytelling but the match was fun for the most part. AJ Styles had a great debut and looked sharp for the future. Crowd even chanted his name more than once and continued briefly when he was eliminated. It's soo great Vince didn't waste him for the remainder of the year. While a good overall rumble, the best match would be the Last Man Standing match for the IC belt. Kevin Owens vs. Dean Ambrose was an awesome match and a hot opener. Ambrose performance in this match and the Rumble probably made him the best of night. The tag match was also highly good.

The Meh - The US title was some what okay. It was short and not much to remember. Title honestly saw a little regression after that hot open challenge period from John Cena the previous year. I thought Charlotte vs. Becky Lynch was okay too. It's cheap ending kind of let it down but the aftermath tease with Sasha Banks attacking set up something huge that would pay off at WrestleMania.

The Bad - I say the predictable and lame finish hurt the rumble match a bit. Some including me suspected Triple H to win the rumble at a surprise entrance and it wasn't a good decision. It was a failed attempt to get Roman over with the fans who could not accept him as the face of the company. HHH shouldn't even have had another brief run with belt period but hey, he's a McMahon. Roman also being taken out in the middle match to set him up to return later was bad booking too.

Overall - A fun Royal Rumble PPV overall. It was far from perfect but most importantly, the rumble match itself was very entertaining and enjoyable all the way to the end. I mostly remember this PPV for AJ Styles return. Heck 2016 ended up being one of my favorite years mostly because of him.

Score - 7 out of 10: Good

0 = Terrible: 1 = Bad/Lackluster: 2 = Decent: 3 = Good: 4 = Awesome: 5 = One of the Best of all Time:

1. Dean Ambrose vs. Kevin Owens: WWE Intercontinental Championship (Last Man Standing) - 4/5

2. The New Day vs. The Usos: WWE Tag Team Championship - 3/5

3. Kalisto vs. Alberto Del Rio: WWE United States Championship - 2.5/5

4. Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte: WWE Divas Championship - 2.5/5

5. 30-Man Royal Rumble Match: WWE World Heavyweight Championship - 3.5/5

Best Match - Dean Ambrose vs. Kevin Owens

Worst Match - Kalisto vs. Alberto Del Rio

Most Memorable Moment - AJ Styles debut entrant

Top 5 Performers

1. Dean Ambrose - Great Performance

2. Kevin Owens - Great Performance

3. AJ Styles - Great Performance & Debut

4. Chris Jericho - Good Performance

5. Brock Lesnar - Good Performance

(Sorry, Roman. Sitting out for half the rumble messed it up)

Arrival of the GOAT

[aakashm-36316 · 10/10 · 16 November 2019]

10/10 just for watching Aj entering the arena 😍😘 Big screen ---> I am phenomenal Arena ---> 😛😜😝🤑😭💓 Goosebumps every time I watch his debut on YOUTUBE 🐐

One of the worst rumbles

[paudieconnolly · 5/10 · 23 October 2020]

The royal 👑 rumble 30 men enter and only one can be victorious. It never felt like a rumble was more about one person with the crowd seeming to enjoy it much more when he was out of the ring than in it. The only question was would he do it or not? Missing all those extra side stories you normally get in a rumble ring. AJ arrival the highlight of the night not the action in the ring.