WWF Royal Rumble 1994

The Providence Showdown: A Night of High-Flying Action at the Royal Rumble

January 22nd, 1994, Providence Civic Center, Rhode Island - The snow may have been falling outside, but inside the Providence Civic Center, the heat was on as World Wrestling Entertainment brought its flagship event to town. The Royal Rumble, a spectacle that combines athleticism, drama, and sheer chaos, lived up to its billing, delivering an unforgettable night of action for the 14,500-strong crowd.

The Early Show

In what proved to be a barnburner of a match, Tatanka made quick work of Bam Bam Bigelow in their singles contest. The Native Warrior's high-flying moves and crushing attacks left Bigelow reeling, as he took just 8 minutes and 12 seconds to secure the victory.

Tag Team Tussle

The Quebecers (Jacques and Pierre) put on a show for the ages, defending their WWF World Tag Team Titles against The Hart Brothers. In a match that showcased both teams' technical prowess, the French-Canadian duo emerged victorious after an impressive 16 minutes and 48 seconds.

Intercontinental Intrigue

Razor Ramon, ever the showman, demonstrated why he's a fan favorite with his decisive victory over Irwin R. Schyster in their WWE Intercontinental Title match. The "Bad Guy" proved too much for the cerebral challenger, taking just 11 minutes and 30 seconds to secure the win.

Casket Conundrum

In what was touted as one of the most unpredictable matches of the night, Yokozuna put an exclamation point on his rivalry with The Undertaker by defeating him in a WWE Title Casket Match. The sumo's sheer power and determination paid off, as he emerged victorious after 14 minutes and 20 seconds of mayhem.

Royal Rumble: A True Free-for-All

And then, there was the main event: the Royal Rumble match. Featuring an unprecedented 25 competitors - including legends like Randy Savage and Bob Backlund alongside modern stars like Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels - this spectacle lived up to its billing as a true free-for-all.

As the bell rang, the mayhem began, with bodies flying everywhere, as each competitor fought tooth and nail for that coveted spot at the top of the Royal Rumble ladder. In the end, it was Bret Hart and Lex Luger who emerged victorious, taking an astonishing 55 minutes and 4 seconds to secure their places among the all-time greats.

As the snow fell outside, the fans inside left with memories that would last a lifetime - a testament to the enduring power of professional wrestling at its finest.

Card Details

Date: 22 Jan 1994
Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
Arena: Providence Civic Center
Attendance: 14500
Type: Pay Per View
Broadcast Type: Live
Broadcast Date: 22 Jan 1994

Matches

Tatanka defeat Bam Bam Bigelow in a Singles Match
Match Time: 08:12
The Quebecers (Jacques and Pierre)(C) defeat The Hart Brothers in a WWF World Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 16:48
Razor Ramon(C) defeat Irwin R. Schyster in a WWE Intercontinental Title Match
Match Time: 11:30
Yokozuna(C) defeat The Undertaker in a WWE Title Casket Match
Match Time: 14:20
Bret Hart and Lex Luger defeat Adam Bomb, Bam Bam Bigelow, Bart Gunn, Billy Gunn, Bob Backlund, Crush, Diesel, Doink, Fatu, Greg Valentine, Jeff Jarrett, Kwang, Mabel, Marty Jannetty, Mo, Owen Hart, Randy Savage, Rick Martel, Rick Steiner, Samu, Scott Steiner, Shawn Michaels, Tatanka, Tenryu, The Great Kabuki, Thurman Sparky Plugg and Virgil in a Royal Rumble Match
Match Time: 55:04