It's seen as a natural progression in WWE for wrestlers to win a midcard championship before winning a world championship.

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The Road to WrestleMania traditionally kicks off with the Royal Rumble, setting the stage for unforgettable moments leading up to WWE’s biggest event. Last year, Cody Rhodes won the Rumble and went on ...