At AAA Guerra de Titans on Saturday night, WWE faces concerns after Dominik Mysterio suffered a shoulder injury during a tag team match. The AAA Mega Champion had teamed up with El Grande Americano to go against his father, Rey Mysterio, and Rey Fenix.
Rey Mysterio secured the win by pinning Dominik after Penta, who missed the match due to injury, interfered by stopping El Grande Americano from using a foreign object. Penta then used an object on his mask to headbutt Dominik, allowing Rey to hit a 619 and claim the victory.
During the bout, Dominik appeared to injure his shoulder in a spot involving Rey. Wrestling Observer Newsletter’s Bryan Alvarez reported that Dominik hurt his shoulder following a DDT from the WWE Hall of Famer. Alvarez explained that Dominik likely separated his shoulder, noting the injury’s severity could range from short-term to requiring surgery, but a detailed evaluation is needed. Dominik showed limited use of his arm after the incident.
If the injury is serious, it could significantly impact Dominik’s career as a double champion and pose challenges for WWE as they enter the new year. The Royal Rumble is scheduled for January 31st in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Should surgery be necessary, Dominik might miss the early part of the Road to WrestleMania 42. Notably, fellow Judgment Day member JD McDonough also recently had wrist surgery.
Dominik had partnered with El Grande Americano for months in both WWE and Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide, including recent matches against Vikings and Dragon Lee. After their loss to Rey and Fenix, a possible split was hinted at when Dominik shoved Americano backstage. Americano then shook hands with Rey, appearing uneasy, which could signal a future feud with Dominik, the AAA Mega Champion.
If Dominik recovers in time, this rivalry could be further developed across WWE and AAA platforms. Americano, who is highly popular, might capitalize on this momentum to pursue his first singles title.
Fan Take: This injury to Dominik Mysterio is a significant development for WWE, as it could alter major storylines heading into key events like the Royal Rumble and WrestleMania. The teased split between Dominik and Americano adds an intriguing layer to the narrative, offering fresh potential rivalries and excitement for fans of both WWE and AAA.
