WWE Intercontinental Champion Dominik Mysterio has firmly answered CM Punk following a disparaging comment about WWE storylines. On The TWC Show, Mysterio tackled Punk’s recent remark questioning the realism behind his supposed relationship with Rhea Ripley. This exchange marks a new chapter in their ongoing SummerSlam-related tension, with Mysterio delivering a pointed rebuttal packed with sharp wit.
Callout Highlights Punk’s UFC History
While promoting the Unreal docuseries, CM Punk stated,
“Nothing exposes the business more than trying to convince people that Dom and Rhea were in an actual relationship.”
When asked for his reaction, Mysterio didn’t hold back and fired back with a harsh critique rooted in Punk’s brief MMA career. He said,
“Actually, nothing exposed the business more than trying to go to UFC and then getting your ass kicked and then coming back to wrestling.”
This comeback impressed the hosts of The TWC Show, who praised Mysterio for his sharpness and courage in addressing one of wrestling’s most vocal figures.
SummerSlam Moments and Respect for Seth Rollins
Reflecting on the recent SummerSlam event, Mysterio recalled his excitement when Seth Rollins cashed in his Money in the Bank contract on a victorious CM Punk. Dominik revealed a special bond with Rollins, whom he considers one of his padrinos, or godfathers, in the Lucha Libre tradition, highlighting their shared wrestling debut. He shared,
“I was so excited when I heard his music… He drops the crutches. I was so stoked, smiling from ear to ear, screaming. I was just happy. Other than night two at SummerSlam, that was my favorite moment of the weekend.”
Dominik Mysterio’s Ongoing WWE Impact
Fresh from a successful defense of his Intercontinental Championship against AJ Styles at SummerSlam, Dominik Mysterio remains an influential figure on Monday Night Raw as part of The Judgment Day faction. His recent exchanges and performances solidify his position in WWE’s current landscape, and fans eager for more can find the full discussion on The TWC Show podcast.
