Jan 9, 2024
Top 10 quickest WWE Royal Rumble eliminations of all time
TOI Sports Desk10. MVP, 2010 - 7.3 seconds
In a rather unconventional exit, MVP opted to eliminate himself during the 2010 Rumble after initially being assaulted on his way to the ring, only to return, officially enter, and promptly toss himself and The Miz out.
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9. The Miz, 2007 - 7.1 seconds
Known for his early days as an annoying punk, The Miz's 2007 Rumble entry lasted a mere 7.1 seconds, with a sprint to the ring leading straight into a swift elimination by The Great Khali.
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8. Gillberg, 1999 - 7 seconds
Vince McMahon's parody of WCW's Goldberg, Gillberg's lackluster performance in 1999 ended swiftly as Edge removed him from the Rumble, relegating the character to the archives.
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7. The Godfather, 2013 - 4.5 seconds
The Godfather's hangtime following a drop-kick from Dolph Ziggler saved him from a shorter duration. Nevertheless, his 2013 Rumble stay was brief, and he endured a torrid time in previous Rumbles as well.
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6. Jerry Lawler, 1997 - 4.1 seconds
As a member of the commentary team in 1997, Jerry Lawler's brief entry didn't overshadow his relentless mockery of Vince McMahon throughout the event, setting the stage for their roles to reverse in subsequent years.
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5. Bushwhacker Luke, 1991 - 3.9 seconds
Bushwhacker Luke's unique marching style didn't save him from a swift elimination in 1991. Despite not holding the record, his brisk exit earned him a place in Rumble history.
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3 and 4. Mo and Owen Hart, 1995 - 3 seconds
Victims of the rushed 1995 Rumble, both Mo and Owen Hart faced quick exits. Owen had the added drama of being assaulted by his brother Bret before being tossed out.
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2. The Warlord, 1989 - 2 seconds
The Warlord endured the wrath of Hulk Hogan's "Super Hulk" streak in 1989, becoming one of five victims dumped out in about 20 seconds, holding the record for 20 years.
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1. Santino Marella, 2009 - 1.5 seconds
In 2009, Santino Marella etched his name in history with the quickest Rumble elimination at 1.5 seconds, unintentionally surpassing The Warlord's longstanding record for brevity.
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