The 2024 WWE King and Queen of the Ring tournament culminated in an action-packed event in Saudi Arabia, featuring three championship contests and six matches in total. The event showcased the rise of new stars and the dominance of established champions.
* **King of the Ring:** Butch defeated Marcel Barthel
* **Queen of the Ring:** Shayna Baszler defeated Io Shirai
* **Undisputed WWE Universal Championship:** Roman Reigns defeated Jey Uso
* **WWE Women's Tag Team Championship:** Damage CTRL (Bayley, Dakota Kai, and Iyo Sky) defeated Raquel Rodriguez and Aliyah
* **SmackDown Tag Team Championship:** The Usos (Jey and Jimmy Uso) defeated The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods)
* **Intercontinental Championship:** Gunther defeated Santos Escobar
**King of the Ring:** A+
Butch's hard-fought victory over Barthel was an emotional rollercoaster, solidifying his status as a rising star.
**Queen of the Ring:** A
Shayna Baszler's coronation as Queen was well-executed, showcasing her dominance and setting the stage for future feuds.
**Undisputed WWE Universal Championship:** B+
Roman Reigns once again proved his invincibility in a solid match against Jey Uso, but the lack of surprises prevented it from being a true classic.
**WWE Women's Tag Team Championship:** B-
Damage CTRL's victory was expected, but the match was entertaining and showcased the team's cohesion.
**SmackDown Tag Team Championship:** A-
The Usos and The New Day delivered an instant classic, with incredible athleticism and high-stakes drama.
**Intercontinental Championship:** A+
Gunther's reign as Intercontinental Champion continued with a dominant win over Santos Escobar, establishing him as a force to be reckoned with.
The 2024 WWE King and Queen of the Ring tournament was a resounding success, delivering exciting matches and crowning deserving winners. Butch and Shayna Baszler emerged as the new faces of the company's royalty, while established champions such as Roman Reigns and Gunther cemented their dominance.
* The tournament format allowed new stars to shine, with Butch and Io Shirai emerging as breakout performers.
* The championship matches were well-booked and delivered satisfying results, with Roman Reigns remaining the undisputed king of WWE.
* Damage CTRL's dominance as women's tag team champions continues, setting up potential feuds with other up-and-coming duos.
* The rivalry between The Usos and The New Day remains one of the most compelling storylines in WWE.
* Gunther's reign as Intercontinental Champion is likely to continue for an extended period, establishing him as a top star.
