10 Fascinating Facts About WWE In 2013

10. Why Chris Jericho Almost Missed Royal Rumble

Chris Jericho knew he'd be in "pretty big trouble" if he skipped Royal Rumble.

The ex-'Y2J' wrote in one of his books that a trip to the North American Music Merchants Convention 24 hours before one of WWE’s biggest pay-per-views almost ended in disaster. Jericho got hammered with members of Avenged Sevenfold, and almost got himself arrested near the end of the night. That's when he snapped out of things.

Chris sobered up a little and realised he’d be in hot water if he dared skip the Rumble. The next night, he wrestled for nearly 48 minutes and eliminated Drew McIntyre and Brodus Clay before being tossed out of the ring by Dolph Ziggler. Jericho was in prime physical condition - nobody could've known he was nursing quite the hangover.

Jericho also kept cards close to his chest before the Rumble. He told several podcasts (including one this writer used to host) that he probably wouldn't be there for WrestleMania season. That was a dirty, rotten lie! A good one though, and believable considering his schedule with Fozzy.