To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we're happy to send you some reminders

Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications

Not now
OK
Advert
Advert
Advert

Rey Mysterio Returns At The Royal Rumble And The Crowd Goes Absolutely Crazy

Jack Kenmare

Published 
| Last updated 

Rey Mysterio Returns At The Royal Rumble And The Crowd Goes Absolutely Crazy

When the iconic mask of Rey Mysterio appeared on screen as "Booyaka, booyaka - 619" echoed around the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, thousands of grown men and women just couldn't contain their excitement.

Mysterio, who returned to the ring for the first time since 2014, entered the Royal Rumble match at number 27 and proceeded to deliver some classic moves on superstars such as The Miz and Roman Reigns.

It was the ultimate throwback.

Advert

He even produced a 619 to the delight of 17,629 fans at the sold out arena.

What a moment.

It was a packed card that continued to surprise throughout the night, and perhaps the biggest shock was the appearance of Ronda Rousey.

Advert

Rumours about where Ronda Rousey's career was heading have finally been put to rest after the former UFC champion finally confirmed she was joining the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).

In typical WWE fashion, the 30-year-old wasn't going to just release a press statement or post a cryptic clue on social media - she surprised thousands of people at the Royal Rumble all female event.

After Japanese wrestler Asuka won Sunday night's even, she was joined by women's champions Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair inside the ring. Joan Jett's empowering and badass song 'Bad Reputation' came over the speakers and Rousey's name lit up the screens.

It was official, the deal was done, Ronda Rousey was here.

Advert

Speaking to ESPN about the move to WWE, Rousey said: "This is my life now. First priority on my timeline for the next several years. This is not a smash-and-grab; this is not a publicity stunt.

"When I first met with Triple H, I told him, 'There are other things I can do with my time that'll make way more money, but I won't enjoy nearly as much."

Credit: Ronda Rousey Instagram
Credit: Ronda Rousey Instagram
Advert

WHAT AN EVENT!

Topics: News, Rey Mysterio, WWE News, Royal Rumble, WWE, Ronda Rousey

Jack Kenmare
More like this
Advert
Advert
Advert

Chosen for YouChosen for You

Football

Cristiano Ronaldo scores mad 'ghost goal' to give Al Nassr lead, the keeper couldn't see a thing

3 hours ago

Most Read StoriesMost Read

Cristiano Ronaldo scores mad 'ghost goal' to give Al Nassr lead, the keeper couldn't see a thing

3 hours ago