Rey Mysterio's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Rey Mysterio.

Óscar Gutiérrez Rubio, known as Rey Mysterio, is a highly acclaimed American professional wrestler currently signed to WWE's Raw brand. He is celebrated as one of the greatest luchadors and cruiserweight wrestlers in history. Mysterio's contributions to wrestling have earned him inductions into the AAA Hall of Fame, Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame, and the WWE Hall of Fame, solidifying his legacy in the sport.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

1991: Named Most Improved Wrestler

In 1991, while wrestling in Mexico as Colibrí, Mysterio was named "Most Improved Wrestler".

January 15, 1998: Third Cruiserweight Championship Win

On the January 15, 1998, episode of WCW Thunder, Rey Mysterio defeated Juventud to win his third Cruiserweight Championship.

January 6, 2002: Wins WWC World Junior Heavyweight Championship

On January 6, 2002, Rey Mysterio defeated Eddie Colon for the WWC World Junior Heavyweight Championship in Puerto Rico for the World Wrestling Council.

January 1, 2004: Cruiserweight Championship Win

On January 1, 2004, during an episode of SmackDown!, Rey Mysterio defeated Tajiri to regain the Cruiserweight Championship.

January 29, 2006: Royal Rumble Win

On January 29, 2006, Rey Mysterio won the Royal Rumble match, lasting a record-breaking 62 minutes after entering as the second participant. By last eliminating Orton, Mysterio earned a world title shot at WrestleMania 22.

August 26, 2007: In-Ring Return at SummerSlam

On August 26, 2007, Rey Mysterio made his in-ring return at SummerSlam, defeating Chavo Guerrero after Guerrero obsessed over Mysterio's return.

January 15, 2010: Number One Contender

On January 15, 2010, Rey Mysterio defeated Batista in a number one contender's steel cage match on SmackDown, earning a title shot against The Undertaker at the Royal Rumble.

2011: WWE Championship Win and Loss

In 2011, Rey Mysterio was drafted to Raw and briefly held the WWE Championship after winning a tournament on July 25. Mysterio then lost the title to John Cena later that night, before losing to Alberto Del Rio on August 15, suffering an injury later in August.

May 24, 2015: Mysterio wins Lucha Libre World Cup

On May 24, 2015, Rey Mysterio, Myzteziz, and El Patrón Alberto formed the "Dream Team" for AAA's Lucha Libre World Cup. They won the tournament, with Mysterio pinning Johnny Mundo in the finals.

March 20, 2016: Mysterio defeats Kurt Angle

On March 20, 2016, Rey Mysterio faced Kurt Angle for URFight promotion, defeating Angle in a two-falls match with help from Riff Raff.

April 30, 2017: Mysterio wins WCPW Pro Wrestling World Cup Mexico Leg

On April 30, 2017, at the WCPW Pro Wrestling World Cup, Rey Mysterio won the Mexico Leg, defeating Juventud Guerrera in the finals.

2018: San Diego Honors Rey Mysterio

In 2018, the city of San Diego honored Rey Mysterio (Gutiérrez) by naming June 19 Rey Mysterio Day, in homage to his signature move the 619.

August 16, 2025: Mysterio Inducts Konnan into AAA Hall of Fame

On August 16, 2025, Rey Mysterio appeared at TripleMania XXXIII to induct Konnan into the AAA Hall of Fame.

November 17, 2025: Mysterio Returns to Action

On November 17, 2025, Rey Mysterio returned to action, teaming with Sheamus and John Cena to defeat The Judgement Day on Monday Night Raw.

2025: Honored at NHMC Impact Awards Gala

In 2025, Gutiérrez was honored at the National Hispanic Media Coalition's Impact Awards Gala, receiving the Legend Impact Award for his contributions to sports entertainment.