Questions are mounting regarding whether Dominik Mysterio will appear at the 2026 WWE Royal Rumble event scheduled for this Saturday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Despite holding the WWE Intercontinental and AAA Mega Championships, Mysterio has not competed since injuring his shoulder at the AAA Guerra de Titanes event in December 2025. Recent developments suggest he may not be present at the high-profile Royal Rumble as expected.
Recent Sightings Cast Doubt on Mysterio’s Travel Plans
The Las Vegas-based independent wrestling group Future Stars of Wrestling (FSW) shared a recent photo on X/Twitter showing Dominik Mysterio with their performers at the FSW Arena in Las Vegas the day before the Royal Rumble. This unexpected update has surprised fans and raised speculation.
Great to have WWE Intercontinental Champion Dominik Mysterio at the @FSWVegas Arena. Hopefully he listened to all the advice we gave him and help him get over.
Interpreting the Possible Implications of Mysterio’s Location
Although the photo confirms Mysterio’s presence in Las Vegas recently, it remains uncertain if he can still make it to Riyadh in time for the Royal Rumble. Given the timing, the update could be a strategic message indicating he might remain stateside. With most of the WWE roster already in Saudi Arabia, this deliberate reveal fuels ongoing discussions about “Dirty Dom’s” status.
WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H has promised multiple surprises for both the men’s and women’s Royal Rumble matches, hinting that Mysterio’s uncertain whereabouts could be part of the intrigue surrounding the event’s lineup.
Significance of Mysterio’s Potential Absence
Dominik Mysterio’s absence, if confirmed, would be significant for WWE fans anticipating one of the year’s most anticipated battle royales. His championship reign adds further weight to his possible nonappearance, highlighting concerns about the impact of injuries and logistics ahead of major WWE events. The coming days will clarify whether Mysterio can make a last-minute arrival or if WWE is orchestrating a surprise around his status to enhance fan anticipation.
Great to have WWE Intercontinental Champion Dominik Mysterio at the @FSWVegas Arena. Hopefully he listened to all the advice we gave him and help him get over pic.twitter.com/hTqPQdJqkQ
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