February 2, 2026 Observer Newsletter: WWE Royal Rumble preview, UFC debuts on Paramount+
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Dave Meltzer has returned with a brand-new Wrestling Observer Newsletter just in time for Royal Rumble weekend.
Dave previews Saturday’s show which is debuting in Saudi Arabia including both the men’s and women’s Rumble matches and the AJ Styles vs. Gunther match with big implications for Styles if he loses.
He also recaps last week’s Saturday Night’s Main Event with his usual ratings.
Dave looks at the UFC debut on Paramount+ last weekend, writes the obituary for the influential Kim Wood who passed away this week, and news & results from WWE, AEW, CMLL, AAA, NJPW and the rest of the pro wrestling world.
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