The first WWE SmackDown after the Royal Rumble is stacked. Jey Uso and Charlotte Flair appear after their respective Rumble victories, plus Alexa Bliss and Drew McIntyre compete in their respective Elimination Chamber qualifying matches.

Rikishi was thrilled to see Jey Uso win the 2025 Royal Rumble match. Following his son’s victory by tossing John Cena over the top rope, Rikishi discussed the situation on his Off The Top podcast. The WWE Hall of Famer said that the family had been celebrating non-stop since Saturday,

After shocking the world with his big showing in Indianapolis, Jey Uso reveals when he learned he was winning the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble.

Alexa Bliss and Bianca Belair have qualified for the Elimination Chamber match. Qualifying matches began on the February 3rd episode of WWE RAW, where Liv Morgan defeated IYO SKY. Two more qualifying matches were held on the February 7th episode of WWE SmackDown.

Alexa Bliss returned to WWE after two years to participate in the 2025 Royal Rumble match. Bliss entered the match as the 21st participant while showcasing her signature entrance that included Lilly and her new dark pixie haircut.