CM Punk confronted Kevin Owens, intensifying their rivalry ahead of the Royal Rumble. Jimmy Uso secured a victory over Carmelo Hayes, while Michin's match against Women's United States Champion Chelsea Green ended in disqualification due to Green's Kendo stick attack. In the main event, Damian Priest and LA Knight defeated Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga, though Fatu stood tall post-match.