Randy Orton Royal Rumble Appearances

Randy Orton is an American professional wrestler signed to WWE's SmackDown brand, as of January 2025. His family legacy includes his grandfather Bob Orton, father Bob Orton Jr., and uncle Barry Orton. Before joining WWE, he trained and wrestled for regional promotions and held the OVW Hardcore Championship twice. Upon his WWE debut, he joined the Evolution stable, leading to his first Intercontinental Championship reign and earning the nickname "The Legend Killer" for targeting wrestling veterans.

At 24, Orton became the youngest world champion in WWE history after winning the World Heavyweight Championship. He later formed the tag team Rated-RKO with Edge, winning the World Tag Team Championship. Over the years, Orton achieved numerous milestones, including winning the Money in the Bank ladder match in 2013, becoming a Grand Slam Champion in 2018, and main-eventing multiple Wrestlemania's.

Randy Orton Royal Rumble Appearances- Wins, Losses and Stats

According to the All Rumble Stats, Randy Orton has competed in 14 Royal Rumble matches, winning twice in 2009 and 2017. He has been a runner-up twice and finished in the top four eight times. His longest time in the match was 58 minutes and 57 seconds in 2021, while his shortest was two minutes and 21 seconds in 2022. Orton has eliminated 29 competitors in total. His worst finish was 12th place, occurring in the 2004 Royal Rumble and the Greatest Royal Rumble.

Randy Orton Royal Rumble Year-on-Year Appearance- Entry Number, Finish Position, and Eliminations

Royal Rumble 2022 - 6th Place

Randy Orton entered at #29 and lasted two minutes and 21 seconds. He eliminated two opponents before being eliminated by Brock Lesnar, finishing in sixth place.

Royal Rumble 2021 - 2nd Place

Orton entered at #2 and lasted an impressive 58 minutes and 57 seconds. Despite not eliminating anyone, he finished second after being eliminated by Edge.

Royal Rumble 2020 - 4th Place

Entering at #25, Orton spent 14 minutes and 37 seconds in the match. He eliminated one competitor and was eliminated by Edge, finishing in fourth place.

Royal Rumble 2019 - 5th Place

Orton entered at #29 and lasted five minutes and 57 seconds. He eliminated one opponent before being eliminated by Andrade, finishing in fifth place.

Greatest Royal Rumble - 6th Place

In this special event, Orton entered at #35 and lasted 10 minutes and 58 seconds. He eliminated four competitors before being eliminated by Elias, finishing in 12th place.

Royal Rumble 2018 - 12th Place

Orton entered at #24 and lasted 13 minutes and 36 seconds. He eliminated 1 competitor but was eliminated by Roman Reigns, finishing in sixth place.

Royal Rumble 2017 - Winner

Orton entered at #23 and lasted 20 minutes and 54 seconds. He eliminated one opponent and ultimately won the Royal Rumble match.

Royal Rumble 2013 - 5th Place

Entering at #26, Orton lasted 10 minutes and 10 seconds. He eliminated one competitor before being eliminated by Ryback, finishing in fifth place.

Royal Rumble 2012 - 3rd Place

Orton entered at #28 and spent five minutes and 46 seconds in the match. He eliminated three competitors before being eliminated by Chris Jericho, finishing in third place.

Royal Rumble 2011 - 3rd Place

Orton entered at #39 and lasted eight minutes and 37 seconds. He eliminated three competitors but was eliminated by Alberto Del Rio, finishing in third place.

Royal Rumble 2009 - Winner

Orton entered at #8 and lasted 48 minutes and 28 seconds. He eliminated three opponents and won the Royal Rumble match.

Royal Rumble 2007 - 4th Place

Orton entered at #16 and lasted 27 minutes and 16 seconds. He eliminated two competitors before being eliminated by Shawn Michaels, finishing in 4th place.

Royal Rumble 2006 - 2nd Place

Entering at #30, Orton lasted 13 minutes and five seconds. He eliminated two opponents but was eliminated by Rey Mysterio, finishing in second place.

Royal Rumble 2004 - 12th Place

Orton entered at #2 and lasted 33 minutes and 49 seconds. He eliminated five competitors before being eliminated by Mick Foley, finishing in 12th place.

Randy Orton Royal Rumble Eliminations of Opponents By Numbers