Dominik Mysterio made his much-anticipated return to WWE after missing over a month due to a shoulder injury, reigniting tensions within the wrestling world. During his appearance at AAA on Fox in Santiago de Querétaro, Mexico, Dominik targeted John Cena in a bold address while also challenging AAA’s leadership.
Dominik Mysterio’s Impactful Return at AAA on Fox
Dominik Mysterio, who holds the Intercontinental and AAA Mega Championships, stepped into the spotlight at the Auditorio Jose Maria Arteaga on Saturday. He confronted the audience and AAA president Marisela Peña, delivered a strong message about his importance to the company, and issued a warning to AAA’s CEO, Dorian Roldan. As translated by Rey Mysterio during commentary, Dominik claimed credit for helping AAA secure its Fox broadcasting deal and emphasized his influence over the promotion’s current success.
“I was gonna tell you with all due to respect, but I don’t have any, just letting you know, I don’t want to be like these old men on these flags because I am the owner of AAA, and I make the rules here. Nobody, absolutely nobody, has given this company the position that I’ve given it. Nobody has taken this title every Monday to Monday Night Raw. And when I beat John Cena at Survivor Series, this title was in the middle of the ring so the whole world can see it. AAA is on Fox for all of Mexico and all of Latin America, and we are exploding, and you think that’s all thanks to Vikingo? You think this is all thanks to your son, Dorian? All of these is thanks to me. This is all possible because you’re in a new era. The era of the Dirty of the Dirtiest, Dominik Mysterio. Because I am the King of the Luchadores,”
— Dominik Mysterio
Challenge Set for Rey de Reyes Event
Following his provocative remarks, Dominik Mysterio was confronted by fellow wrestler Vikingo, who accepted the challenge to compete for the AAA Mega Championship. This highly anticipated match is scheduled for the Rey de Reyes event on March 14, 2026. Vikingo’s appearance signaled a burgeoning rivalry that promises to be a centerpiece of AAA programming.
Why Dominik Mysterio Returned Solo at AAA on Fox
Notably, Dominik appeared without any allies during his return. Other WWE talents like Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez were occupied after recent matches on SmackDown, while Roxanne Perez may still be recovering from an injury sustained on RAW. Similarly, Finn Balor was absent from last week’s RAW episode, and JD McDonagh remains sidelined due to his own injury.
Dominik also seems to be estranged from El Grande Americano, which raises questions about his support system ahead of his showdown with Vikingo. Meanwhile, Vikingo is expected to have backing from AAA CEO Dorian Roldan and Omos, potentially creating a significant imbalance at Rey de Reyes.
The Significance of Dominik’s WWE and AAA Influence
Dominik Mysterio’s statements highlight his belief that he is pivotal in elevating AAA’s stature on the global stage, especially through exposure on Fox and his appearances on WWE’s Monday Night Raw. His outspoken claims against John Cena and AAA leadership reflect underlying tensions within the wrestling industry.
This return not only marks Dominik’s comeback from injury but also shapes the narrative leading into major upcoming events like Rey de Reyes. How this rivalry unfolds could impact both WWE and AAA fanbases, setting up high-stakes encounters and storyline developments in the months ahead.
