Royal Rumble 2025 Predictions and Odds – Who Wins the 30-person Rumble?

Cena is returning to the WWE after taking part in WrestleMania 40 in 2024, and the next episode of Raw. But he also has a solid entertainment career to focus on, so Cena is taking one last ride. He’s also very confident in his chances at the Royal Rumble, which the star won in 2008 and 2013.

“I’m not just going to the #RoyalRumble, I’m going to WIN THE ROYAL RUMBLE!”#RawOnNetflix pic.twitter.com/zIuGV22kgm

— WWE (@WWE) January 7, 2025

It would be fitting for Cena to win the Royal Rumble in his swan song, which is why the 2025 Royal Rumble odds are tilted towards him. There is a chance the WWE could send him out with a loss, but I can’t see it happening in Indianapolis.

Rollins has made a big move up the 2025 Royal Rumble odds! He was +900 on January 14, but as of January 29, has moved up to +175. Rollins has already won the Royal Rumble, back in 2019. He missed some time in 2024 due to an injury, but has returned to his best, although Rollins lost to CM Punk on the Raw premiere on Netflix.

Rollins is still an incredibly popular wrestler with the fans, so putting him in a spot to challenge for a world title wouldn’t be the worst thing in the world.

Still, I think there are other wrestlers that are ahead of him in the pecking order, and while the Royal Rumble is important, this is just a step on the road to WrestleMania, the pinnacle of the wrestling calendar. I don’t think Rollins gets a title shot just yet.

I would lean more towards CM Punk than Rollins, especially with these 2025 Royal Rumble odds. His win over Rollins was his first match on Raw in almost 11 years! I especially like Punk’s odds after this fantastic promo with Cody Rhodes from the most recent episode of Raw.

CM Punk and Cody Rhodes’ promo in its full, masterful glory. What a sensational segment on #WWERaw from two fine storytellers, leaning into real history and simple, human emotion. Absolute best in the biz. pic.twitter.com/J3G9EjwoXg

— Gorilla Position (@WWEGP) January 28, 2025

As Rhodes is currently the Undisputed WWE Champion, this promo could be seen as the WWE trying to drum up interest in a potential match between the two.

But Rhodes first has to get past Kevin Owens in a ladder match at this event. Still, keep an eye on Punk’s Royal Rumble odds, as he has never won the big match!

It was confirmed on SmackDown that Roman Reigns (+300) will participate in the Royal Rumble, and he’s arguably the biggest current star in the WWE. Reigns won the Royal Rumble in 2015, and would be another popular pick to put into a title match at WrestleMania 41!.

FUN FACT: Whomever eliminates Roman Reigns wins the Royal Rumble 😅 pic.twitter.com/qAU8mMJWUv

— Wrestlelamia.com (@wrestlelamia) January 28, 2025

Reigns has a tremendous Royal Rumble resume, but I don’t think it’s his year. I wouldn’t be surprised if he made it to the end, maybe the final four. At these Royal Rumble odds, Reigns is definitely worth a look, but I don’t think he gets it done.

The Rock (+1200) has been bumped down to the next tier of those who have a chance in the Royal Rumble. He’s only won this event once, in 2000, but with his busy entertainment schedule, it would be tough to commit to what the WWE needs out of its title challenger.

Logan Paul (+1600) is actually interesting, as he was +5000 just two weeks ago, but he has legitimate skills in the ring. Paul was the United States Champion for 273 days, and brings a lot of fans with him. It would be jarring to have him win the Royal Rumble over the top four, however.

With Flair back on the active roster, it was confirmed on SmackDown that she’ll be in the 2025 Royal Rumble. She won the 2020 Women’s Royal Rumble, and this is a big stage for her to return on.

The Queen is BACK! 👑

We can’t wait for #RoyalRumble! 🍿@MsCharlotteWWE #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/L2UihS8uea

— WWE (@WWE) January 25, 2025

This could be a reason to bring back her legendary father to get involved in the match. Ric Flair recently said that he had “one more match” in him. While no one wants to see the 75-year-old Flair in the ring, a bit of outside interference could be an option. Again, the WWE is big on nostalgia. But Flair was the favorite before her confirmation, and the 2025 Royal Rumble odds are skewed even more her way!

Belair is one-half of the Women’s Tag Team Champions, along with Naomi, and she was the longest-serving Raw Women’s Champion in the history of the show! She has been excellent for the WWE since Flair and Lynch have been out with injuries, and is wildly popular with the fans.

“I think Bianca and Charlotte needs to happen before Bianca and Rhea needs to happen”

🗣️ @iamMimiChelles from @blackrasslin on Bianca Belair’s path to WrestleMania 41

🎤 @CowaBunga_K_E_N @LowerEastScribe pic.twitter.com/PTpAxTdkNZ

— Randy Cruz (@randyjcruz) January 29, 2025

A showdown between Flair and Belair to end the Royal Rumble would be an incredible finale for the match. At +175, Belair isn’t yielding as much betting value as before. But she’s still a solid option in the 2025 Royal Rumble odds!

Iyo Sky is getting a push from the WWE after she won a WarGames match with Bayley, Naomi, and Ripley against the Judgment Day, Nia Jax, Tiffany Stratton, and Candice LeRae at Survivor Series in November. Then, Sky came up short against Morgan in a Women’s World title match at Saturday Night’s Main Event.

Red and Black.❤️🖤#rawonnetflix #WWERaw #IYOSKY pic.twitter.com/PSgpmracHe

— IYO SKY (@Iyo_SkyWWE) January 28, 2025

It would be tough to bet on Sky against the returning Flair and Lynch, and even Belair or Alexa Bliss. I think Sky will have a good showing at the Royal Rumble, but it seems like the WWE wants to lean on their longtime stars as the Road to WrestleMania begins. Still, a strong showing at the Royal Rumble could have Sky in line for a big match at WrestleMania 41!

Lynch won the Royal Rumble in 2019 (eliminating Flair to win), and like Flair, she hasn’t been in action for a while. She might need a match or two to get the “ring rust” off.  It is reported that she’s signed a new contract with the WWE.

Becky Lynch has signed a new contract with WWE.

(via @FightfulSelect) pic.twitter.com/m1XQdBc9Bb

— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) January 7, 2025

Lynch has yet to confirm her participation. She and Flair were probably the biggest female stars in the WWE before their absences, so a wager on either of their 2025 Royal Rumble odds is a smart bet. At +500, Lynch could be worth a smaller wager.

There are around 50 options at BetOnline’s 2025 Royal Rumble odds for the women, so like the men, you should wait until there are more confirmations. There are legends like Trish Stratus (+10000) and Lita (+10000) on the board, but I can’t see them having a legitimate chance. The same goes for Ronda Rousey (+6600), but there is no word that she’ll be involved.

I wouldn’t go further down the board at offshore sportsbooks than Bliss (+1000) and Morgan (+1600). But again, I think the smart play is to look to the returning stars.

• Cody Rhodes (-2500)
• Kevin Owens (+800)

Elsewhere in these 2025 Royal Rumble odds, you’ll find a WWE Championship Ladder Match! Rhodes is the reigning Undisputed WWE Champion, while Owens stole a Winged Eagle-design WWE Championship belt that was given to Rhodes by WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H. Rhodes and Owens signed the contract for the match at Saturday Night’s Main Event, which ended with Owens taking a Sweet Chin Music from the legend, Shawn Michaels.

I see this being a good match, but I can’t see Rhodes giving up the belt to Owens. Therefore, I’m suggesting a stay-away on this match as Rhodes offers no value at -2500.