Royal Rumble 2008: photos
Held Jan. 27 at the legendary Madison Square Garden in New York City, the 2008 Royal Rumble Match began with WWE icons (Shawn Michaels and The Undertaker at Nos. 1 and 2) and ended with icons (Triple H at 29 and John Cena at 30). Returning from injury unannounced that night, the Cenation leader won the 30-man bout.
A match simply cannot start with two bigger Superstars than The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels.
Mick Foley gives a cautious thumbs up.
CM Punk lifts John Morrison into a fireman's carry, the precursor to GTS.
WWE Hall of Famer Jimmy Snuka chops his way through The Miz.
Entering at No. 30, John Cena shocks the loyal WWE fans in Madison Square Garden by making an unannounced appearance.
The Royal Rumble Match's final three competitors: Batista, John Cena and Triple H.
The Cenation leader overcomes both men to win the bout and a WWE Championship opportunity at WrestleMania XXIV.
