Renowned YouTuber and viral streamer IShowSpeed has unleashed fiery criticism toward WWE leadership after his whirlwind—and chaotic—appearance at the 2025 Royal Rumble. The 20-year-old internet sensation, eliminated within minutes by powerhouse Bron Breakker, voiced frustration over his abrupt exit, vowing revenge at next year’s event. The drama began days before the Rumble when a leaked video showed WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H inviting Speed via video call to appear on the Rumble.
At the big night he was asked to replace injured star Akira Tozawa. Though thrilled by the surprise opportunity, Speed’s adrenaline-fueled night ended in disaster, leaving him hobbling out of the arena with a neck brace and crutches. Now, the fiery creator is training for redemption, promising to "eliminate everyone" in 2026.
IShowSpeed's chaotic Royal Rumble appearance ends in mayhem
IShowSpeed’s Royal Rumble saga unfolded like a scripted WWE plot twist. Already in attendance at Indianapolis’ Lucas Oil Stadium as a fan, Speed was thrust into the spotlight when Triple H urgently recruited him to fill in for Tozawa, who suffered a last-minute injury during his entrance. The streamer, initially disbelieving, sprinted to the ring as the crowd erupted. His energy was electric: within seconds of entering, he teamed up with Bron Breakker to eliminate Alpha Academy’s Otis, then celebrated with a daring backflip.
But the triumph was short-lived. Distracted by his own theatrics, Speed failed to notice Breakker charging across the ropes for a thunderous spear. The impact sent him crashing to the floor, then Breakker hurled him over the top rope, and where an outraged Otis caught him and sent the YouTuber through the announcer’s table. The chaotic sequence left Speed visibly battered, requiring crutches and a cervical collar to leave the arena.
Backstage, an emotional Speed vented to interviewer Cathy Kelly about the ordeal.
"If I had more time, I don’t know why they keep doing this to me," he fumed. "f I had more time, I promise you I could do way more than you’ll think I would." Despite the humiliation, his determination blazed: "Next Royal Rumble, I’m calling out everybody: Roman Reigns, Mark Henry, Rey Mysterio, and Dom, ain’t no matter who you all are; I’m gonna get all of you all. Just wait for I start training out there. It’s not a joke."
The incident has sparked debate among fans. Some applaud WWE for blending internet culture with sports entertainment, while others criticize the risky stunt. Speed, however, is undeterred. His viral persona—a mix of unfiltered passion and comedic bravado—has already amplified anticipation for his 2026 return. Whether WWE grants him another chance remains unclear, but one thing is certain: IShowSpeed’s clash with the wrestling world is far from over.