Dominik Mysterio, the current WWE Intercontinental Champion, is poised to return to the ring much earlier than anticipated after being sidelined with a shoulder injury. He has not competed since December 20, 2025, when he suffered the injury during a tag team match at AAA’s Guerra de Titanes event.
Reports from PWInsider indicate that Mysterio’s comeback is imminent, with speculation about a possible appearance on tonight’s WWE RAW. His injury had been confirmed on the December 29 episode of WWE Monday Night RAW by Liv Morgan, who informed viewers that “Daddy Dom is out.”
Championship Status and Wrestling Affiliations
Dominik Mysterio is currently enjoying a successful period in his wrestling career, holding the WWE Intercontinental Championship for the second time after regaining it from John Cena in November 2025. Additionally, he is the reigning AAA Mega Champion, having defeated El Hijo Del Vikingo at the Worlds Collide: Las Vegas event in September 2025.
Mysterio is signed with WWE and performs as part of The Judgment Day faction, reinforcing his standing as a prominent figure in professional wrestling. His upcoming return is highly anticipated by fans and the WWE community alike.
Other WWE News and Developments
Meanwhile, challenges continue across the WWE roster. Becky Lynch is confirmed to miss tonight’s WWE Monday Night RAW, impacting the lineup. Various other updates have emerged, including controversies like Jade Cargill‘s criticism of WWE 2K26 over outdated attire and CM Punk expressing enthusiasm for more tag team matches with AJ Lee.
WWE is also preparing for WrestleMania 42 week by securing venues in Las Vegas for both RAW and SmackDown events, underscoring the company’s efforts to manage its high-profile programming.
Significance of Mysterio’s Return
Dominik Mysterio’s unexpected early return holds significance for WWE’s mid-card scene, particularly in the Intercontinental Championship storyline. His dual championship status in WWE and AAA adds depth to ongoing wrestling narratives and cross-promotional interest. Fans can expect his presence to revitalize rivalries and bring exciting matchups back to WWE programming in the coming weeks.
