10 WWE Surprise twists fans didn't see coming

Ellis Mbeh, known affectionately on social media as 'Shocked Undertaker Guy.
Ellis Mbeh, known affectionately on social media as 'Shocked Undertaker Guy."

#10: I am Phenomenal

The Phenomenal AJ Styles in his WWE debut.
The Phenomenal AJ Styles in his WWE debut.

You never know who is going to show up at the WWE Royal Rumble match. It could be a returning legend, like Hurricane Helms, or someone who was thought to be away on injured leave, like John Cena.

Or, just maybe, it might be a man who would 'never' be signed by the WWE because he was 'too small,' or 'too technical,' or not WWE's 'kind of wrestler.'

Fans who were internet savvy knew that AJ Styles had been signed by WWE, but he was expected to make his debut on the NXT brand just like his former NJPW cohort Shinsuke Nakamura. But AJ Styles shocked the world by being the number three entrant in the 2016 Royal Rumble match.

The words "I AM PHENOMENAL" appeared on the titan tron, and fans erupted into cheers for the man who was 'too small' to be a WWE superstar. Though he would eventually be eliminated, AJ lasted half an hour and established himself as a major star in the WWE.

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There you have it: Ten times WWE totally surprised fans. What WWE moment surprised you the most? Please comment and let us know, and as always thanks for reading.

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