TNA World Heavyweight Champion Joe Hendry shocked the WWE Universe by making a surprise appearance in the Menโs Royal Rumble match on Saturday night at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN.
Hendry entered the match at #15, marking a major crossover moment between TNA and WWE as their partnership continues to develop.
Hendryโs WWE exposure began last year when he participated in a Battle Royal on NXT TV, where he quickly became a fan favorite. His crossover momentum continued when he competed in the main event of NXT No Mercy, where he lost to Ethan Page in an NXT Championship match.
His Royal Rumble appearance further solidifies TNAโs growing presence in WWE, following previous crossover moments involving Jordynne Grace and Mickie James.
With his Royal Rumble debut now in the books, speculation will rise about Hendryโs potential future in WWE. Will this be a one-off moment, or could WWE and TNA explore further collaboration involving the TNA World Champion?
One thing is certainโJoe Hendryโs stock continues to rise, and the world definitely believes in him.
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JOE HENDRY ENTERS AT #15 ๐คฏ๐คฏ๐คฏ
THE BOYHOOD DREAM HAS COME TRUE!!!#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/XD9vRDgNCa
— The Movement – Pro Wrestling (@TheMovementXx) February 2, 2025