With the Raw after the Royal Rumble wrapped and the road to WrestleMania paved, Indy's significant role in WWE's most important annual arc is over.Why it matters: Royal Rumble weekend broke records, with an expected economic impact of more than $40 million.

WWE Royal Rumble concluded with a bang, with Jey Uso pulling one of the most unpredictable victories in the Men’s Rumble, securing his shot at the main event of WrestleMania 41.

CM Punk had another Royal Rumble to forget. The Best in the World had a career year in 2024, with notable feuds and intentions to main event WrestleMania. Punk wanted a better Rumble outcome, suggesting a more satisfying finish.