WATCH: IShowSpeed replaces injured WWE Superstar in the Men’s Royal Rumble Royal Rumble match
IShowSpeed becomes the last-minute replacement for a WWE veteran to enter this year's men's Royal Rumble in Indianapolis.
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The Royal Rumble has concluded, leaving behind several game-changing moments that reshaped WWE’s trajectory. The event packed surprises, and one in particular stunned the online community and social media sensation IShowSpeed. Not only did the streamer broadcast the entire event on his channel, but he also made an unexpected appearance in the Men’s Royal Rumble match.
At #8, Akira Tozawa was set to make his entrance, but an abrupt attack from Carmelo Hayes left the veteran unable to compete. With little time to find a replacement, Triple H made a last-minute decision of turning to none other than IShowSpeed. WWE unexpectedly chose the social media sensation to enter the Men’s Royal Rumble Match, creating a shocking and surreal moment.
The sudden change in his Royal Rumble plans caught the 20-year-old off guard. The moment he got the call from Triple H, he rushed to the ring, basking in the unexpected glory. With the full support of the WWE Universe, the streamer charged into the fray, standing toe-to-toe with WWE superstars. The crowd erupted as Speed not only energized the fans but also delivered his iconic “Sewi” gesture.
TRIPLE H TELLS ISHOWSPEED HE’S IN THE RUMBLE.#RoyalRumble
— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) February 2, 2025
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However, Speed’s Royal Rumble moment was short-lived, as Bron Breakker swiftly eliminated him in under a minute. Despite the quick exit, his appearance was highly entertaining and added an extra jolt of excitement for the fans. Time will tell whether this surprise entry opens the door for more WWE appearances for the social media sensation.
Logan Paul checks up on IShowSpeed after Royal Rumble
IShowSpeed became part of one of the most entertaining segments of the night, but his intense showing didn’t come without consequences. The 20-year-old took a brutal hit to his ribcage and later limped as he tried to walk. After the match, Logan Paul checked up on him, showing genuine concern like a true friend.
Upon noticing Speed limping, The Maverick immediately rushed to his friend’s side. The streamer had sustained a bruise on his leg, which left him visibly shaken. However, Paul commended the 20-year-old for his determination to compete in such a high-stakes match despite being a celebrity. Additionally, he made sure to check that Speed hadn’t suffered any serious injuries.
Logan Paul meets up with iShowSpeed after his WWE Royal Rumble appearance and he ended up suffering a really bad leg injury 😬 🩸 pic.twitter.com/nlm8LA1Oba
— sumit🇮🇳 (@sumit45678901) February 2, 2025
However, it wasn’t a great night for Paul either. Despite eliminating AJ Styles, he was ultimately thrown out at the last minute by John Cena. Meanwhile, WWE ensured that IShowSpeed received proper medical attention before leaving the stadium, providing him with a neck brace and dressing for his injury after Royal Rumble.
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