Rey Mysterio’s Record-Setting 2006 Royal Rumble Win

Rey Mysterio entered the 2006 Royal Rumble at number two and won the match.

By All Wrestlers List Editorial Desk • July 28, 2026 • 5 min read

Rey Mysterio in WWE. Reporting is sourced from WWE.

What Happened

He lasted more than an hour before eliminating Randy Orton to earn a WrestleMania title opportunity.

Rey Mysterio entered the 2006 Royal Rumble at number two and won the match.

The WWE Context

Mysterio dedicated the performance to Eddie Guerrero, who had died in November 2005.

WWE’s official record provides the result and event context used in this report. All Wrestlers List checked that source on August 10, 2026.

Why It Matters

The victory led to Mysterio winning a world championship at WrestleMania 22.

The story remains part of WWE’s current record and helps explain the championship or career timeline that followed.

Sources and Updates

This article relies on WWE’s first-party event archive, results page, championship directory, or superstar profile. It does not use rumors as confirmed information.

WWE can update profiles and championship listings after new events. Readers can use the official source below for the latest first-party version.

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