3 superstars who spent the least time in 2022 Men's Royal Rumble (and 3 who spent the most)

The Royal Rumble has seen entrants push their limits and survive for as long as possible. Names like Daniel Bryan, Rey Mysterio, Chris Jericho, and loads more have remained in the ring for roughly an hour.

While some superstars spend an hour in the ring, it becomes a rigorous task for some to survive even a minute. The situation was no different in the 2022 edition of the free-for-all.

However, unlike the majority of the editions where The Iron Man remains for roughly an hour, this time it was merely 29 minutes. For those unaware, Iron Man is the entrant who survives for the longest duration in the Royal Rumble.

Our list will focus on three superstars who survived the least time in the 2022 Men's Royal Rumble and three who survived the most. Which of these names is most shocking for you? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments.

#6. Survived the least time: Johnny Knoxville - 1 minute and 26 seconds

Johnny Knoxville was one of the first superstars to announce his participation in the Rumble. His animosity with Sami Zayn ensured a brawl between the event.

However, contrary to what the majority expected, Zayn eliminated Knoxville and not the other way around. The Jackass Superstar also received multiple finishers from the other entrants.

Knoxville spent only 1 minute and 26 seconds on his first appearance at the Rumble. Let's wait and uncover if he will ever return to the squared ring.

#5. Survived the most time: Dolph Ziggler - 20 minutes and 46 seconds

Including this year's appearance at the Royal Rumble, Dolph Ziggler has entered the event 15 times. The number is bested only by Kane, who has done it 20 times.

This also makes Ziggler the most experienced superstar to step foot in this edition of the event. His experience helped him a lot, as he withstood other forces for a total of 20 minutes and 46 seconds.

However, he couldn't accumulate any elimination to his name. The Show-Off's pursuit of victory was crushed by the unexpected alliance of Rey Mysterio and Bad Bunny.

#4. Survived the least time: Robert Roode - 54 seconds

Robert Roode entered the Royal Rumble at #4. He walked down the ramp with a furious expression and looked like the other entrants will have to face his wrath.

However, things went in the opposite direction. Unlike his Dirty Dawg partner Ziggler, The Glorious Superstar couldn't leave much of a mark in the eponymous contest.

He spent 54 seconds and was the first superstar to get eliminated. AJ Styles was the man who crushed his hopes to headline WrestleMania.

#3. Survived the most time: Austin Theory - 22 minutes and 6 seconds

Since Mr. McMahon returned to RAW, he has primarily been included in segments alongside Austin Theory. Hence, the latter is expected to have a bright future in WWE.

Building up to the Royal Rumble, he culminated his feud with Finn Balor by defeating him. Theory's training and enthusiasm helped him in the 30-man match as he lasted a considerable amount of time.

After surviving a hefty 22 minutes and 6 seconds, his hopes were also crushed by AJ Styles.

#2. Kofi Kingston spent the least time in the Royal Rumble - 21 seconds

Kofi Kingston was another Royal Rumble veteran besides Ziggler to enter the 2022 event. However, the circumstances of his elimination were tragic.

The former WWE Champion entered the battle royal at number 24 and brawled with Kevin Owens. As Kingston struggled near the ropes, KO pushed him over the top.

Though The New Day Superstar managed to jump and hold the barricade, both of his feet touched the ground in the process.

If he could somehow save himself at the moment, it would have been one of the best saves in history. His appearance lasted only 21 seconds, which is undoubtedly disappointing.

#1. AJ Styles survived the most time in the Royal Rumble - 29 minutes and 6 seconds

The first entrant of the event was AJ Styles. He started the match alongside Shinsuke Nakamura and remained in the ring for 29 minutes and 6 seconds.

The Phenomenal One was the most successful superstar in total elimination and survival time. Many fans wanted him to triumph in the event as well.

However, the former WWE Champion was eliminated shockingly. Thanks to Madcap Moss, he was thrown over the top rope midway into the match.