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Why This News Matters
The January 24 edition of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event delivered a night of exciting action from Montreal, Canada. With several high-profile matches, including a Fatal 4-way to determine the #1 contender for the Undisputed WWE title at Royal Rumble, the event served as an essential build-up to the first major WWE pay-per-view of 2026, scheduled a week later in Saudi Arabia.
The Chaotic Brawl: Cody Rhodes vs Jacob Fatu
The bad blood between Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu escalated into an absolute chaos during their match. The brawl spilled into the crowd stands, backstage, and back into the arena, involving Drew McIntyre. Despite the chaotic nature, the match kept the audience fully engaged.
Implications for the North East Region
For North East Indian wrestling fans, this brawl holds particular significance as it showcases the international stage and the potential for Indian wrestlers to make their mark on the global wrestling scene.
Title Defense: RHIYO (Rhea Ripley & Iyo Sky) vs The Judgment Day (Liv Morgan & Roxanne Perez)
In their first title defense, Women's Tag Team Champions, RHIYO (Rhea Ripley & Iyo Sky), took on The Judgment Day (Liv Morgan & Roxanne Perez). The match served as a platform to further the ongoing feud between Raquel Rodriguez and Stephanie Vaquer.
Broader Indian Context
The inclusion of Indian wrestlers in the WWE's main roster and their involvement in significant storylines highlights the growing influence of Indian wrestling on the global stage.
Closing the Rivalry: AJ Styles vs Shinsuke Nakamura
Ahead of his high-stakes match against Gunther at Royal Rumble, AJ Styles faced off against his longtime rival, Shinsuke Nakamura. The match served as a fitting end to their storied rivalry, showcasing their history and firmly putting Styles over heading into the Royal Rumble.
Determining the #1 Contender: Sami Zayn vs Randy Orton, Damian Priest, and Trick Williams
In the main event, Sami Zayn, performing in front of his hometown crowd, emerged victorious in a Fatal 4-way match to become the #1 contender for the Undisputed WWE title at Royal Rumble. The Montreal crowd erupted in cheers as Zayn celebrated his win.
Looking Forward
With Sami Zayn now set to challenge Drew McIntyre for the Undisputed WWE title at Royal Rumble, the stage is set for an exciting climax to the build-up for the first major WWE pay-per-view of 2026.