Forgotten entrants include sumo wrestler Hiroki Sumi, Babatunde, and Dan Matha. WWE blatantly tried everything they could think of to fill up the full 50 slots, but the main priority was making Braun look like a monster with a bright future. Fair enough, but that's hard to do when downplaying his win on programming back in the States.

The WWE Royal Rumble hosts iconic moments that have defined its legacy, including Kofi Kingston's athletic saves, the chaotic 2005 finish involving Batista and Cena, and impactful comebacks by Cena and Edge.

The men's Royal Rumble match has a stacked field with John Cena, CM Punk, Roman Reigns, Seth "Freakin'" Rollins, and more.

The name of the game in the Royal Rumble is to toss wrestlers over the top rope without being eliminated yourself. Some superstars are better than others at that feat – even if they aren’t there at the end having their hand raised. Those wrestlers are often heralded in lore, with many a highlight video recapping their exploits.

Royal Rumble has been a staple in WWE for nearly four decades. The specialty match debuted in the 1980s and has been a yearly event ever since.

The WWE Royal Rumble is renowned for its electrifying surprise moments that keep fans on the edge of their seats. Let’s dive into the most memorable unexpected entries that have defined this iconic event.

Even though these wrestling legends left their mark in WWE, they shockingly never competed in the Royal Rumble.