WWE Intercontinental Champion Dominik Mysterio is eagerly preparing for the upcoming WWE Survivor Series scheduled for November at Petco Park in San Diego, California. Mysterio expressed his excitement about competing in front of his hometown crowd and hopes to defend his title during the event.
During an interview on The Rap on Wrestling podcast, Mysterio reflected on the significance of the Survivor Series being held in his hometown and his desire to remain champion for the event. He recalled fond memories of attending Padres games and watching his father wrestle at local arenas growing up.
Dominik Shares His Vision for Survivor Series and Title Defense
Dominik Mysterio opened up about his ambitions for the event, explaining he wants to walk into Survivor Series still holding the Intercontinental Championship and defend it against any challenger. He mentioned the unique atmosphere of a Survivor Series event that combines talent from different WWE brands, including Raw, SmackDown, NXT, and even AAA.
Mysterio also referenced his prior experience in the Survivor Series War Games event with the Judgment Day faction, emphasizing his eagerness to be involved in the traditional tag-style Survivor Series matches, which he feels add an exciting dynamic to the competition.
Nikki Bella Pushes for Brie Bella’s WWE Return and Tag Team Reunion
In a recent interview on The Takedown podcast with Rick Ucchino, Nikki Bella expressed her ongoing efforts to facilitate her twin sister Brie Bella’s return to WWE. Nikki revealed she continues to advocate strongly for Brie’s comeback, highlighting the demand from female superstars for Brie to rejoin the roster.
Brie Bella’s return has faced delays partly due to her marriage to AEW wrestler Bryan Danielson, which Nikki referred to as a “roadblock” in her sister’s WWE comeback plans. Despite this, Nikki shared optimism that WWE is becoming increasingly receptive to Brie’s potential return to television.
Nikki Bella Envisions a Heel Tag Team Run with Brie
Nikki expressed her desire to share the tag team championship journey with her sister before retiring. She elaborated on wanting to perform as heels together, causing mayhem and embracing the signature rebellious style that made the Bella Twins iconic.
Reflecting on their impact on women’s wrestling, Nikki emphasized the Bella Twins’ significant role in WWE’s women’s revolution and reaffirmed her hope to see Brie back in the ring competing for tag team gold.
Diamond Dallas Page Shares Heart Health Battle
Legendary wrestler Diamond Dallas Page recently revealed that he underwent a cardioversion procedure after suffering an episode of atrial fibrillation, a condition causing rapid and irregular heartbeats in the upper chambers of the heart. The episode occurred unexpectedly while Page was exercising.
Page noted that although he typically wears a heart monitor during workouts, he was not using one at the time of the incident. Despite the scare, Page reported recovering quickly, sharing a lighthearted moment with his wife as he resumed stretching minutes after the procedure.
Minutes after waking up from a successful cardioversion, I’m back stretching. My wife, @PaygeMcMahon is like… ‘can you just rest for 24-hours?’ 🤪
Last week, I went into AFib. I normally wear a heart monitor when training, but for some reason didn’t this day. I pushed myself… pic.twitter.com/XZ15e1010G
— Diamond Dallas Page (@RealDDP) August 27, 2025
Additional Industry Updates and Health Reports
Outside of WWE’s Survivor Series buzz, several noteworthy updates have emerged from the wrestling world. Reports indicate Jim Ross will remain with AEW, with backstage information circulating about Orange Cassidy’s anticipated return and Jamie Hayter’s career trajectory. The industry continues to monitor health conditions of key performers, including Syko Stu’s alertness status and concerns about Kevin Owens facing potential retirement due to injuries.
Additionally, WWE superstar Becky Lynch is set to defend the newly introduced Women’s Intercontinental Title against Nikki Bella at the upcoming WWE Clash in Paris, underscoring the company’s expanding title scene. Wrestling fans are watching closely to see how these developments shape future storylines and championship landscapes.
Survivor Series’ Growing Significance in WWE’s Calendar
The return of Survivor Series to San Diego represents a pivotal moment for WWE, combining historic venue significance with hometown pride. As the first WWE event at Petco Park, the show is likely to draw increased attention from fans and media alike. Dominik Mysterio’s involvement as a prominent local talent defending the Intercontinental Title adds further anticipation to the event’s atmosphere.
Survivor Series traditionally features multi-brand competition with intense cross-brand rivalries, and this year’s iteration could include fresh twists involving Raw, SmackDown, NXT, and international partners like AAA. Fans can expect heightened drama and memorable matchups, with hometown heroes like Mysterio in the spotlight.
