In the kayfabe world of WWE, numerous superstars have made their mark on the WWE Universe, but none have done it like Rhea Ripley. Right from her debut in the main roster in 2021, fans have been roaring her name. Despite standing at 5 ft 7 in (via ESPN), she has already become a titan in WWE for her physique and in-ring finesse.
However, the wrestling promotion brand uses several tricks to make its male wrestlers look like towering figures coming straight out of a superhero comic book. With that being said, here are five male wrestlers who are not taller than The Mami.
5 Tyler Bate
Tyler Bate | Credit: WWE
The list kicks off with Tyler Bate, who stands tall at a height of 5 ft 7 in (via Fox Sports), making him the same height as Rhea Ripley. He made his NXT debut in 2016 and quickly took the division by storm, where he became the inaugural NXT UK Champion in a no-nonsense feud with Pete Dunne.
The Big Strong Boi made his main roster debut on SmackDown in 2024 and is now performing on RAW. Though an injury has cut short his run in the main roster, fans are thrilled to see what he can do at the Red Brand and if he will cross paths with Pete Dunne again.
4 Akira Tozawa
Akira Tozawa vs. Bron Breakker | Credit: WWE
Akira Tozawa, another interesting talent of WWE, was a big deal back in the day and was booked better than how it’s been done nowadays. A punching bag to Becky Lynch (via Instagram). Though having a height of 5 ft 7 in (via ESPN), he never let it come between showcasing his in-ring skills against his opponents, becoming a one-time WWE NXT Cruiserweight Champion, and a 15-time WWE 24/7 Champion.
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Sadly, Triple H does not book talent properly, making him look more like a side character who fools around and is a cheerleader for Maxxine Dupri. Nevertheless, fans are optimistic that they will once again see his quick and hard-hitting moves inside the squared circle soon.
3 Rey Mysterio
Rey Mysterio with Rhea Ripley and Zelina Vega | Credit: WWE
Out of all the entries in the list, the name of Rey Mysterio is the most popular, and he is one of the shortest active wrestlers who is still performing at the highest level in WWE and is entertaining a new generation of fans. The luchador has a height of 5 ft 6 in (via ESPN) and has battled giants like The Great Khali, Big Show, Brock Lesnar, and more.
What makes him an intriguing wrestler is the fight he brings to the opponents, taking them by surprise, and proving his haters wrong. Hence, he is one of the most enigmatic WWE Superstars of all time and has won several titles in the company, including being a multi-time World Heavyweight Champion.
2 Kalisto
Kalisto | Credit: WWE
Another impressive luchador who has always been part of big things in the wrestling promotion brand. In 2017, Kalisto joined the Cruiserweight division, attacking the then-Cruiserweight Champion, Enzo Amore. With a height of 5 ft 6 in (via WWE), he excited the WWE Universe with his innovative speed and agility and top rope action, earning the nickname of “The King of Flight.”
His big moment in the company came when he proved his in-ring finesse against Alberto Del Rio in a high-stakes match, competing for the WWE US Championship. He shocked the wrestling fans when he defeated him and became the new US champion.
1 Hornswoggle
Hornswoggle | Credit: WWE
Hornswoggle had a height of only 4 ft 5 in (via WWE), but he sometimes displayed more intensity than most wrestlers in the locker room. For the most part, he played the gimmick of a mythical leprechaun and would wreak havoc, summoning out of nowhere under the WWE ring, assisting Fit Finlay.
However, when he’s not competing inside the ring, he creates hilarious segments with DX, John Cena, Edge, and more. He was also revealed to be the anonymous RAW General Manager.
