Dominik Mysterio, the current WWE Intercontinental Champion, is set to challenge El Hijo Del Vikingo for the AAA Mega Championship at the Worlds Collide event on September 12. If successful, Dominik would not only gain Mexico’s top wrestling title but also make history in the Mysterio family, earning the respect of his WWE Hall of Famer father, Rey Mysterio.
Rey Mysterio Reflects on His Son’s Championship Pursuit
Rey Mysterio recently shared his thoughts on WWE Raw about Dominik potentially becoming AAA Mega Champion, a title Rey himself never held during his four-year tenure in AAA. He recognized the challenge ahead for Dominik, saying,
“Well, first thing that comes to mind is, I never became Mega Champion in AAA in the four years that I was there. So, honestly, God’s honest truth, I give him his props if he overcomes that obstacle.”
Additionally, Rey highlighted the rarity of holding two championships simultaneously—one in the United States and another in Mexico—and the significance of his son achieving this feat. He remarked,
“Another thing that a Mysterio has never done is become double champion – carrying a title from the US and a title from Mexico. If he were to do that, now I’m gonna have to tip my mask twice to him.”
Despite acknowledging the difficulty, Rey expressed a wish for his son to stay grounded:
“Would it be hard? Yes, it would be, because I wish he was flat on this ground, on earth, and not in cloud nine.”
—Rey Mysterio, WWE Hall of Famer
Comparing Dominik’s Ambition to a Legendary Career
Dominik has boldly called himself
“the greatest Mysterio of all time,”
a claim his father addressed by contrasting the brevity of Dominik’s career with his own decades of experience. Rey noted,
“I don’t know if two titles define you as the greatest Mysterio of all time, I mean, this is gonna happen in one night. I’ve been doing this for 34 years. Would one night overcome 34 years of career? That’s a people question.”
Still, Rey encouraged his son by acknowledging the significance of this moment in Dominik’s journey, stating,
“But again, he will start breaking ground to become potentially the best Mysterio of all time. That is always a big possiblity. And if he does it this Friday, then he’s just starting to get closer and closer to that goal.”
—Rey Mysterio, WWE Hall of Famer
Fan Reactions and WWE Backstage Dynamics
Recently, Dominik Mysterio has noticed a positive change in how WWE fans receive him, reflecting increased cheers and support during events. This change in reception contrasts with tensions outside the ring, as rival AJ Styles appeared in a WWE Raw commercial break hinting at issues behind the scenes.
As Dominik prepares for his AAA Mega Championship challenge, these developments add layers to an already intense wrestling narrative involving both fan enthusiasm and backstage rivalries.
The Significance of Dominik’s Attempt at AAA Mega Championship
Dominik Mysterio’s potential victory at Worlds Collide could redefine his career and elevate his standing within the wrestling world, especially alongside his father’s legacy. Achieving the AAA Mega Championship while holding the WWE Intercontinental title would mark a rare feat in professional wrestling, symbolizing international success and versatility.
Such an accomplishment would not only add to Dominik’s accolades but could also inspire further collaboration and competition between wrestling promotions in Mexico and the United States, highlighting both the global reach and the family history behind the Mysterio name.
