Who won Royal Rumble 1997?

Who won Royal Rumble 1997?

Stone Cold” Steve Austin
“Stone Cold” Steve Austin won the first of his record three Royal Rumble Match victories in his home state. And another hometown hero, Shawn Michaels, defeated Sycho Sid to win his second WWE Championship.

Who won WrestleMania in 1997?

For the 1997 event, the winner received a match for the WWF Championship at WrestleMania 13. No More Mr. Nice Guy! The main event saw Shawn Michaels defeat Sycho Sid to win the WWF Championship.

When did Austin beat Shawn?

In the main event, Stone Cold Steve Austin defeated Shawn Michaels to win the WWF Championship for the first time; Michaels performed despite a severe injury sustained during a match at the Royal Rumble and would not compete again until SummerSlam in 2002….Event.

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Who won 1996 Royal Rumble?

Shawn Michaels
Shawn Michaels wins the Royal Rumble Match – Royal Rumble 1996 | WWE.

Who was WWE champion in 1997?

List of WWE Champions

Champion Date Event
The Undertaker March 23, 1997 WrestleMania 13
Bret Hart August 3, 1997 SummerSlam
Shawn Michaels November 9, 1997 Survivor Series
Stone Cold Steve Austin March 29, 1998 WrestleMania XIV

Did Mike Tyson knockout Shawn Michaels?

Mike Tyson knocks out Shawn Michaels with a right hook: WrestleMania XIV. Special Guest Enforcer Mike Tyson shows his allegiance to “Stone Cold” Steve Austin with a knockout punch to Shawn Michaels.

What was wrong with Shawn Michaels 1997?

Michaels recaptured the championship from Sid in January 1997 at the Royal Rumble. On a special episode of Raw dubbed Thursday Raw Thursday, Michaels vacated the WWF Championship. He explained to fans that he was informed by doctors that he had conjured a knee injury and that he had to retire.

Who won 1998 Royal Rumble?

In a sign of things to come, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin won his second consecutive Royal Rumble Match by last eliminating The Rock. Also, Shawn Michaels retained his WWE Championship in a legendary Casket Match against The Undertaker.

Who won 1995 Royal Rumble?

Shawn Michaels wins the 1995 Royal Rumble Match as No. 1 entrant | WWE.

Does Tyson like WWE?

The former professional boxer and heavyweight champion of the world has earned massive respect within the wrestling community, especially from the WWE. As a matter of fact, Tyson has gained such an enormous amount of respect from the WWE, the wrestling organization will soon bestow one of its highest honors on him.

Did Shawn know about the Screwjob?

Shawn Michaels did in fact know of plans to double-cross “The Hitman” as he confirmed with ESPN: “[It was] probably the most uncomfortable day I’ve ever had in the wrestling business. By the time the day comes, the decision has been made.