Dominik Mysterio suffered a defeat against Penta on this week’s WWE RAW, losing the Intercontinental Championship in a match that ended with visible discord among members of The Judgment Day. The incident has sparked speculation about an impending fallout between Mysterio and Finn Balor, as tensions rose following the controversial finish that contributed to Mysterio’s loss.
Dominik Points Finger at Finn Balor for Costly Mistake
Following the match, Dominik Mysterio expressed his frustration toward Finn Balor through an Instagram story. He shared a photo of his car’s radio tuned to Ashanti’s 2002 track “Foolish,” overlaying the caption, “How I feel trusting Finn.” This cryptic message appeared to publicly blame Balor for his recent setback.
“How I feel trusting Finn.”
The disputed final moments of the match involved Mysterio requesting the ring bell hammer from JD McDonagh to use against Penta. Though McDonagh was ready to assist, Balor intervened, stating that Mysterio had insisted on winning unaided. McDonagh clarified that Mysterio would still be the one to wield the hammer, but Balor’s delay gave Penta a crucial opportunity to recover.
How The Judgment Day’s Internal Struggle Played Out
Penta capitalized on the opening by recovering from a shoulder injury sustained against the ring post. He then launched a surprise attack on Balor and McDonagh outside the ring before dodging a 619 attempt from Mysterio and landing a decisive Mexican Destroyer maneuver, pinning Dominik and capturing the Intercontinental Championship. This victory marked Penta’s first win against Mysterio in a series of encounters.
Possible Implications for The Judgment Day Faction
The eruption of blame between Dominik Mysterio and Finn Balor signals potential fractures within The Judgment Day. With Dominik openly expressing distrust toward Balor, future WWE storylines may focus on the group’s internal conflicts and shifting alliances. Fans will be watching closely to see how this discord influences upcoming matches and character dynamics, especially given Balor’s status as a former Universal Champion and pivotal faction leader.
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