Royal Rumble Shake-Up? Triple H May Pull 9-Time Champion From Women’s Rumble at the Last Minute
With the Royal Rumble just days away, WWE’s biggest names are locking in their plans—but behind the scenes, Triple H may be preparing a major curveball that could dramatically alter the Women’s Royal Rumble match in Riyadh.
One confirmed entrant’s spot is suddenly far from guaranteed, and it all traces back to what unfolded on Saturday Night’s Main Event and the fallout on RAW.
A Feud That Changed Everything
Raquel Rodriguez was expected to be a key presence in the Women’s Royal Rumble, but her ongoing rivalry with Stephanie Vaquer may have complicated those plans.
Over the past several weeks, Rodriguez has relentlessly targeted Vaquer, even injuring her ankle in a brutal attack. Most fans assumed Vaquer would be sidelined heading into Royal Rumble season.
That assumption didn’t last long.
Vaquer made a surprise return at Saturday’s event, looking healthy, aggressive, and very much focused on revenge. She blindsided Rodriguez during the Women’s Tag Team Championship match, showing zero signs of lingering injury—and sending a loud message to WWE management.
Why Triple H Might Make a Big Call
That moment may have been more than just storyline drama. It could signal a shift in direction for both women.
If Triple H decides to elevate the feud, the most logical next step would be a high-profile singles match for the Women’s World Championship at Royal Rumble. And if that happens, Rodriguez’s involvement in the Rumble match itself would almost certainly be cut.
WWE rarely books Rodriguez for double duty, especially when she’s positioned as a dominant title contender rather than a multi-match workhorse. Removing her from the Rumble would also help clear space in an already stacked lineup.
Judgment Day Complications
There’s also the Judgment Day factor to consider. Liv Morgan and Roxanne Perez are already locked in as the faction’s representatives in the Women’s Royal Rumble. That makes Rodriguez’s inclusion feel less essential—and possibly redundant—from a booking standpoint.
At the same time, Rodriguez’s recent actions on RAW suggest she’s drifting away from the group. She’s been operating solo, obsessively chasing championship gold without much support. After multiple failed attempts, a final, high-stakes showdown with Vaquer could be the breaking point that defines her future direction.
A Bigger Match, A Bigger Moment?
The Women’s World Championship hasn’t been defended on a major premium live event in quite some time. A heated Rodriguez vs. Vaquer clash in Riyadh could fix that—giving the division a marquee match and reshaping the Women’s Royal Rumble field in one bold move.
Nothing is official yet, but if history tells us anything, Triple H isn’t afraid to make last-minute changes when the story demands it.
And if that happens, one of WWE’s most decorated women may be watching the Royal Rumble from the sidelines—while fighting for something even bigger.
