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Alberto Del Rio

Alberto Del Rio is the ring name of José Alberto Rodríguez, a Mexican professional wrestler and former mixed martial artist born on May 25, 1977.

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Alberto Del Rio is the ring name of José Alberto Rodríguez, a Mexican professional wrestler and former mixed martial artist born on May 25, 1977. He is best known for his time in WWE, where he became a multiple-time world champion and won both the 2011 Royal Rumble and the 2011 Money in the Bank match.

Early life and background

José Alberto Rodríguez was born in San Luis Potosí, Mexico. He is a Mexican professional wrestler and former mixed martial artist, and also competed under the name Dos Caras Jr. before becoming widely known as Alberto Del Rio.

WWE career

Del Rio debuted on WWE’s main roster in 2010 and became one of the company’s most prominent performers in the early 2010s. His accolades include multiple world title reigns, a United States Championship, the 2011 Royal Rumble victory, and the 2011 Money in the Bank win.

Other wrestling and combat sports work

Outside WWE, Del Rio has been associated with several wrestling promotions, including AAA, CMLL, TNA, ROH, WWC, and others. He is also identified as a former mixed martial artist and Greco-Roman wrestler.

Public profile

Del Rio is one of the better-known Mexican wrestlers to achieve major international success in WWE. His career is often discussed in connection with his technical style, championship record, and crossover background in amateur wrestling and MMA.

Key facts

  • WWE listed Del Rio’s signature moves as the Cross Armbreaker and Backstabber.
  • He made his WWE main roster debut in 2010.
  • He won the 2011 Royal Rumble match, which was the only 40-man Royal Rumble in WWE history.
  • He also won the 2011 Money in the Bank briefcase.
  • WWE and other sources describe him as a multiple-time WWE Champion, World Heavyweight Champion, and United States Champion.
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Canadian context

He is part of the broader international wrestling scene followed by Canadian fans, including WWE programming and cross-border wrestling media coverage.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Alberto Del Rio?
Alberto Del Rio is the ring name of José Alberto Rodríguez, a Mexican professional wrestler and former mixed martial artist best known for his WWE career.
When was Alberto Del Rio born?
He was born on May 25, 1977.
Where is Alberto Del Rio from?
He is from San Luis Potosí, Mexico.
What are Alberto Del Rio’s biggest achievements in WWE?
His best-known achievements include winning the 2011 Royal Rumble, winning the 2011 Money in the Bank match, and capturing multiple world championships.
What is Alberto Del Rio’s real name?
His real name is José Alberto Rodríguez.

References

  1. WWEhttps://www.wwe.com/superstars/alberto-del-rio
    Supports: Ring name, billed height and weight, hometown, signature moves, and career highlights including WWE Championship, World Heavyweight Championship, United States Championship, 2011 Royal Rumble, and 2011 Money in the Bank.
  2. ESPNhttps://www.espn.com/wwe/story/_/id/17119886/wwe-profile-page-alberto-del-rio
    Supports: Date of birth, billed height and weight, billed from, WWE debut, career accolades, and background in amateur wrestling and MMA.
  3. UFChttps://www.ufc.com/news/alberto-del-rios-fighting-life
    Supports: Real name, alternative ring names, and background as a former mixed martial artist and wrestler.
  4. Wikipediahttps://pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alberto_Del_Rio
    Supports: WWE debut year and summary of championships and Royal Rumble/Money in the Bank wins.
  5. Simple English Wikipediahttps://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alberto_Del_Rio
    Supports: Real name, date of birth, nationality, and identification as a Mexican professional wrestler and former mixed martial artist.