The WWE Royal Rumble is not only the first PPV of the year, but it's also the official start on the Road to WrestleMania.

The annual tradition dates back to 1988 and has seen hundreds of men and women compete for title shots at WrestleMania.

The lineup for both Rumble matches is stacked with former world champions and past winners, but there will also be some rookies and surprises.

Let's take a look at everything you need to know for this year's Royal Rumble.

Venue and Start Time

Venue: Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis

Start Time: 5 p.m. ET (Kickoff), 6 p.m. ET (main show)

How to Watch: Peacock, WWE Network for international fans and select PPV providers

Streaming Info

For fans in the United States, WWE Network's hub on the Peacock streaming service is where to watch the Royal Rumble. International fans can use the standard WWE Network. A list of devices that support Peacock TV can be found here.

The kickoff will be available on most social media platforms, including YouTube and WWE Network through Peacock.

A select few cable and satellite providers still carry WWE pay-per-views, but most people will watch the show on a streaming device.

Here is a list of the devices that support the streaming service for international fans, according to WWE.com:

• Apple TV
• Amazon Fire TV
• PlayStation 4/5
• Roku
• Chromecast
• Xbox One, Series X and S
• Android devices with the WWE app
• iOS devices with the WWE app
• WWE.com
• Select LG, Sony and Samsung and other Smart TVs
• Supported browsers

Royal Rumble Card

Here is a look at the full lineup for this year's Royal Rumble.

• Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens (Ladder match, Undisputed WWE Championship)
• DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns (2-out-of-3 Falls, WWE Tag Team Championships)
• Women's Royal Rumble
• Men's Royal Rumble

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