What’s happening?
Following up on the success of the Royal City Takeover in July, Royal City Wrestling returns with its second show in New Westminster. The Royal City Rumble is on Saturday, Nov. 4 at Royal City Centre mall, 610 Sixth St.
Details, please:
The Rumble Pre Show Party, getting underway at 4:30 p.m., includes music by DJs from the New West Youth Centre, a showcase from Rock Steady Boxing, a kid’s wrestling theme craft area with the New Westminster Arts Council, a photo wall where you can snap a picture with your favourite wrestler, merchandise and sponsor tables, food – and, of course, in-ring entertainment.
What about the main event?
The main event features five matches leading up to the 30-wrestler Royal City Rumble match. In the Royal City Rumble, two wrestlers start and another wrestler is added to the ring every 90 seconds. They get eliminated when they are pinned 1-2-3, made to submit or are thrown over the top rope. Wrestlers set to take to the ring for the main event, which goes from 6 to 8:30 p.m., include Mister India, Azeem the Dream, The Great Kasaki and Royal City Takeover tournament winner and ultimate heel, Adam Ryder.
Any surprises?
Folks who attended the Royal City Takeover in July saw Mayor Jonathan Cote enter the ring as a referee. Rumour has it, the mayor will make his managerial debut in the ring at this weekend’s Royal City Rumble.
Why should you go?
“Royal City Wrestling events are unlike any other event in the wrestling world,” said organizer Rish Koya (aka Mister India). “Our events are free to attend, family-focused without sparing anyone from the blood, sweat and tears of these supreme athletes. At our last show I saw kids, hard-core fans and new fans get caught up in the thrill of the show. I love that.”
What is Royal City Wrestling?
Koya, a New West resident who wrestles with All Star Wrestling, established Royal City Wrestling as a way of connecting New West businesses to community – through professional wrestling.
How much does it cost?
It’s free for general admission, unless you want ringside seats – those are $20. If you can’t make it to the event, you can watch the rumble on Facebook Live. More info is available on the Royal City Wrestling’s Facebook page or www.royalcitywrestling.com.
