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Date: January 23, 2000
Location: Madison Square Garden - New York City, New York
The Rumble Match:
Entrants and Eliminations:
1. D'Lo Brown (Entry #1, eliminated by Rikishi)
2. Grand Master Sexay (Entry #2, eliminated by Rikishi)
3. Mosh (Entry #3, eliminated by Rikishi)
4. Christian (Entry #4, eliminated by Rikishi)
5. Rikishi (Entry #5, eliminated by Big Boss Man, Bob Baclund, Edge, Gangrel, Test and The British Bulldog)
6. Scotty 2 Hotty (Entry #6, eliminated by Rikishi)
7. Steve Blackman (Entry #7, eliminated by Rikishi)
8. Viscera (Entry #8, eliminated by Rikishi)
9. The Big Boss Man (Entry #9, eliminated by The Rock)
10. Test (Entry #10, eliminated by Big Show)
11. The British Bulldog (Entry #11, eliminated by Road Dogg)
12. Gangrel (Entry #12, eliminated by Big Show)
13. Edge (Entry #13, eliminated by Al Snow and Val Venis)
14. Bob Backlund (Entry #14, eliminated by Chris Jericho)
15. Chris Jericho (Entry #15, Chyna)
16. Crash Holly (Entry #16, eliminated by The Rock)
17. Chyna (Entry #17, eliminated by Big Boss Man)
18. Faarooq (Entry #18, eliminated by Big Boss Man)
19. Road Dogg (Entry #19, eliminated by Billy Gunn)
20. Al Snow (Entry #20, eliminated by The Rock)
21. Val Venis (Entry #21, eliminated by Kane)
22. Prince Albert (Entry #22, eliminated by Kane)
23. Hardcore Holly (Entry #23, eliminated by Al Snow)
24. The Rock (Entry #24, Winner)
25. Billy Gunn (Entry #25, eliminated by Kane)
26. Big Show (Entry #26, eliminated by The Rock)
27. Bradshaw (Entry #27, eliminated by billy Gunn and Road Dogg)
28. Kane (Entry #28, eliminated by X-Pac)
29. The Godfather (Entry #29, eliminated by Big Show)
30. X-Pac (Entry #30, eliminated by Big Show)
Thoughts on the Match:
The 2000 Royal Rumble was a rollercoaster of surprises, with Chris Jericho securing a shocking victory and establishing himself as a force to be reckoned with.
Full Event Card:
1. Kurt Angle vs. Tazz (Tazz wins)
2. The Hardy Boyz vs. The Dudley Boyz in a Tag Team Tables Match (The Hardy Boyz win)
3. Chris Jericho vs. Chyna vs. Hardcore Holly (Chris Jericho wins)
4. The New Age Outlaws vs. The Acolytes (The New Age Outlaws wins)
5. Triple H vs. Cactus Jack for the WWE Championship (Triple H wins)
5. The Royal Rumble Match (Winner - The Rock)
Highlights and Aftermath:
- The surprise appearance of The Honky Tonk Man added a nostalgic touch to the Rumble match.
- Triple H's brutal battle against Cactus Jack for the WWE Championship showcased the extreme nature of their rivalry.
Impact on Storylines:
- Chris Jericho's unexpected triumph signalled the beginning of his ascent to main-event status in WWE.
- The memorable moments and rivalries from the Royal Rumble match continued to unfold, shaping the course of WrestleMania season.
Conclusion:
The 2000 Royal Rumble delivered an exciting mix of surprises, intense rivalries, and unexpected outcomes, solidifying its place as a pivotal event in WWE history. Chris Jericho's victory set the stage for a new era as the road to WrestleMania unfolded.
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