Ruthless #26: The Hunt for the #30 Royal Rumble Entrant! | WWE Raw 1/19/04 & SmackDown 1/22/04

The road to the Royal Rumble (2004) reaches its final stop!

On Episode 26 of Ruthless, Matt Ferrell is joined by Mark Poirier to break down WWE Monday Night Raw (January 19, 2004) and WWE SmackDown (January 22, 2004) as WWE puts the finishing touches on one of the most anticipated Royal Rumble events of the Ruthless Aggression Era.

The guys discuss Raw's entertaining night-long saga to determine the coveted #30 entry in the Royal Rumble, examining how WWE built anticipation for one of the biggest advantages in the match. They also dive into a surprisingly strong edition of SmackDown, highlighting several hidden gem matches and continuing drama within the Guerrero family, as family tensions continue to reshape the blue brand.

From standout performances and overlooked moments to the final storylines heading into the Royal Rumble, Matt and Mark cover everything that made this week of WWE television such an important chapter in the Ruthless Aggression Era.

Be sure to check out Matt's review of this week's C shows as well!