
Friday Jan 23, 2026
No Holds Barred #164: A Pro Wrestling Podcast - Top January WWE Pay-Per-View Matches Ranked | Royal Rumble Classics
On episode #164 of No Holds Barred, JT and Aaron rank the greatest January WWE pay-per-view matches of all time, with a heavy focus on Royal Rumble classics and historic January WWE events.
January has produced some of the most memorable matches in WWE history, and this episode breaks down which bouts truly belong at the top — and which ones spark the most debate. From all-time great Royal Rumble-era matches to underrated January PPV classics, JT and Aaron compare eras, styles, and legacies.
This episode covers:
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The best January WWE PPV matches ever
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Iconic Royal Rumble matches and title bouts
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WWE classics from the Golden Era, Attitude Era, Ruthless Aggression, and modern era
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Ranking criteria, controversial picks, and major omissions
If you enjoy WWE history, wrestling rankings, and in-depth pro wrestling discussion, this episode of No Holds Barred is designed to spark debate and nostalgia.




1 months ago
2019 women’s Rumble is leagues better than the 2018 women’s Rumble.
1 months ago
I think the 2025 Royal Rumble is arguably a top 5 Royal Rumble.