The 4 Best Final Fours in Royal Rumble history
The WWE Royal Rumble match has many elements that make it gripping for the fans to watch.
From the countdown-clock building anticipation to the surprise returns, these staples have made the Rumble one of the most successful stipulations in WWE history.
The closing stretch is often the most remembered for those watching. While many will mention the iconic final two showdowns, the last four are often highlighted just as much.
WWE even made one of their In Your House pay-per-views built around the last four participants in the 1997 Rumble Match.
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These four-way scraps usually involve the favorites in that year's iteration of the stipulation.
In this article, let's take a look at the four best final fours in Royal Rumble history.
4) 2010 Royal Rumble Match - Edge, John Cena, Batista & Shawn Michaels
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Shawn Michaels was the clear MVP of the 2010 Rumble. The Heartbreak Kid was hungry to earn his rematch against World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker and knew this was his only chance. It came down to HBK, John Cena, Batista and the returning Edge, who made a shocking comeback at the #29 spot.
Batista made his presence felt by taking advantage of a distracted Michaels to eliminate him from the match. HBK's desperate grasp on the ropes to stay in the bout is a signature moment that is often highlighted.
Cena kickstarted his WrestleMania rivalry against Batista by eliminating the Animal next.
It didn't take long thereafter for Edge to eliminate Cena and win the Rumble. It completed one of the most memorable surprise returns in the titular stipulation's history.
With the final four, there was a combined 37 world championships between them. This might be the most decorated of all the finishes Rumble fans have ever seen.