Dominik Mysterio Intercontinental Championship match at Money in the Bank has been confirmed for the upcoming pay-per-view event, setting the stage for a highly anticipated contest between Mysterio and AAA standout Octagon Jr. The bout was made official in the aftermath of a heated confrontation on Saturday’s Worlds Collide event, bringing new attention to the Intercontinental title scene just days before WWE Money in the Bank.
Showdown Set Following Worlds Collide Altercation
During the opening match at Worlds Collide, Dominik Mysterio supported Liv Morgan at ringside as Octagon Jr., Mr. Iguana, and Aerostar secured a win over Cruz Del Toro, Dragon Lee, and Lince Dorado. The conclusion of the match saw Dominik target his father in a critical promo, drawing Octagon Jr. into a face-to-face encounter. Tensions rose rapidly, resulting in a physical brawl that escalated into the ring. In response, Dominik directly challenged Octagon Jr. to an Intercontinental Championship contest, proposing the title match for WWE Money in the Bank.
WWE Leadership Confirms The Title Match
Following the events at Worlds Collide, Adam Pearce officially confirmed that Dominik Mysterio’s next Intercontinental Championship defense will take place against Octagon Jr. at the Money in the Bank event. This upcoming fight marks Dominik’s third title defense since capturing the championship at WrestleMania 41. Dominik has previously turned back challengers, including Penta on Raw’s April 21 episode and again at the premium live event Backlash.
Key Matches Announced For WWE Money in the Bank
Alongside the Dominik Mysterio Intercontinental Championship match at Money in the Bank, several high-stakes bouts are scheduled for Saturday, June 7. Confirmed matches include the men’s Money in the Bank ladder match featuring Seth Rollins, Penta, El Grande Americano, Solo Sikoa, Andrade, and LA Knight. The women’s ladder contest will bring together Rhea Ripley, Stephanie Vaquer, Roxanne Perez, Naomi, Giulia, and Alexa Bliss. Additionally, John Cena will partner with Logan Paul to face off against Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso, while Lyra Valkyria, the reigning Women’s Intercontinental Champion, is set to defend her championship against Becky Lynch.
Implications for the Intercontinental Title Landscape
The addition of Octagon Jr. as a challenger presents a new threat to Dominik Mysterio’s Intercontinental reign, amidst a high-profile environment like WWE Money in the Bank. With multiple marquee matches set and stars such as Adam Pearce, Liv Morgan, Seth Rollins, and John Cena featured on the card, this title bout could play a significant role in shaping the direction of future championship storylines and rivalries in WWE.
