WWE released a video on its YouTube channel ranking the top 25 Royal Rumble surprise entrants of all time.
John Cena’s return from injury in 2008 was the top spot, while AJ Styles’ WWE debut in 2016 ranked first. Check out the full list here:
1) John Cena — 2008
2) AJ Styles — 2016
3) Becky Lynch — 2019
4) Diesel — 2011
5) Triple H — 2016
6) Rey Mysterio — 2018
7) Trish Stratus — 2018
8) Logan Paul — 2023
9) Nia Jax — 2019
10) Jerry Lawler — 1997
11) Michelle McCool — 2023
12) Edge — 2020
13) Brock Lesnar — 2022
14) Bad Bunny — 2022
15) Sami Zayn — 2016
16) Bubba Ray Dudley — 2015
17) Lita — 2018
18) RVD — 2009
19) Kharma — 2012
20) Roddy Piper — 2008
21) “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan — 2012
22) Bob Backlund — 2000
23) Michael Cole — 2012
24) MVP — 2020
25) Booker T — 2011
WWE has counted down the Top 25 #RoyalRumble surprise entrants of all time:
1) John Cena — 2008
2) AJ Styles — 2016
3) Becky Lynch — 2019
4) Diesel — 2011
5) Triple H — 2016
6) Rey Mysterio — 2018
7) Trish Stratus — 2018
8) Logan Paul — 2023
9) Nia Jax — 2019
10) Jerry Lawler —… pic.twitter.com/ANf1PnUH4v— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) January 21, 2024
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The Royal Rumble is one of the most anticipated events in the world of professional wrestling. It is a match that features 30 participants, with the winner earning a championship opportunity at WrestleMania. Over the years, the Royal Rumble has provided fans with many memorable moments, including surprise entrants who have made a lasting impact. WWE recently released a video on its YouTube channel ranking the top 25 Royal Rumble surprise entrants of all time.
Topping the list at number one is John Cena’s return from injury in 2008. Cena had been sidelined with a torn pectoral muscle and made a surprise appearance at the Royal Rumble, much to the delight of the fans. His return was met with a thunderous ovation, and he went on to win the match, securing his spot in the main event of WrestleMania.
Coming in at number two is AJ Styles’ WWE debut in 2016. Styles had made a name for himself in other wrestling promotions around the world and was highly anticipated by fans. His surprise appearance at the Royal Rumble was met with shock and excitement, and he quickly became a fan favorite in WWE.
Other notable surprise entrants on the list include Becky Lynch in 2019, Diesel in 2011, Triple H in 2016, Rey Mysterio in 2018, and Trish Stratus in 2018. Each of these entrants brought their own unique energy and excitement to the Royal Rumble match.
One surprising addition to the list is Logan Paul, who made his Royal Rumble debut in 2023. Paul, known for his YouTube fame, entered the match to a mixed reaction from the crowd. While some fans were excited to see him, others were less than thrilled. Regardless, his appearance generated a lot of buzz and added an interesting dynamic to the match.
The list also includes Nia Jax in 2019, Jerry Lawler in 1997, Michelle McCool in 2023, Edge in 2020, Brock Lesnar in 2022, Bad Bunny in 2022, Sami Zayn in 2016, Bubba Ray Dudley in 2015, Lita in 2018, RVD in 2009, Kharma in 2012, Roddy Piper in 2008, “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan in 2012, Bob Backlund in 2000, Michael Cole in 2012, MVP in 2020, and Booker T in 2011.
The video released by WWE provides fans with a trip down memory lane and showcases some of the most exciting and unexpected moments in Royal Rumble history. It serves as a reminder of the unpredictability and excitement that the event brings year after year.
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The Royal Rumble is an event that continues to captivate fans with its surprises and thrilling moments. With each passing year, fans eagerly anticipate who the next surprise entrant will be and what impact they will make. The top 25 Royal Rumble surprise entrants list is a testament to the excitement and unpredictability that the event brings, and it will surely leave fans eagerly awaiting the next edition of the Royal Rumble.