Video: The full 1998 WWE Royal Rumble match

The 1998 Royal Rumble match, held on January 18th 1998 was a key event in WWE (then WWF) history. Stone Cold Steve Austin won the 30-man match, solidifying his status as the company’s top star during the Attitude Era. Austin eliminated numerous competitors, last throwing out The Rock to claim victory. The match was filled with chaos, rivalries, and surprises, including Mick Foley entering under three different personas (Cactus Jack, Mankind, and Dude Love). Austin’s victory earned him a title shot at WrestleMania XIV, setting the stage for his rise to superstardom.