The most unique match of the year comes to the most famous arena in the world. A shot at the main event at WrestleMania 24 is at stake in the Royal Rumble match at Madison Square Garden. Also, Jeff Hardy challenges Randy Orton for the WWE Championship; Rey Mysterio seeks to capture Edge's World Heavyweight Championship; and Ric Flair's career is on the line when WWE presents the Royal Rumble 2008.

- Career Threatening Match: Ric Flair vs MVP
- Chris Jericho vs John Bradshaw Layfield
- World Heavyweight Championship Match: WWE Champion Randy Orton vs Intercontinental Champion Jeff Hardy
- The 2008 Royal Rumble Match