On WWE RAW, Dominik Mysterio found himself isolated after seeking support from The Judgment Day faction. Following a confrontation with Rusev, who demanded an Intercontinental Title match, Mysterio’s attempts to gain assistance were met with refusal, ultimately leading to a surprising betrayal.
The Judgment Day’s Indifference and Balor’s Absence
The episode began with Rusev intimidating Mysterio, insisting on a title shot for the Intercontinental Championship after pressing the issue the previous week. Tense and clearly frustrated, Dominik approached The Judgment Day for help, particularly targeting Finn Balor. However, Balor remained indifferent, showing no intention to support Mysterio due to his alliance with El Grande Americano, who was conspicuously absent, apparently in Mexico. After Mysterio declared he no longer needed the faction, Balor’s disinterest only deepened.
JD McDonagh’s Reluctant Refusal and Unexpected Outmaneuver
Dominik then turned to JD McDonagh for support, only to be denied once again. Roxanne Perez intervened, persuading McDonagh to reconsider and assist Mysterio. Despite this, the situation took a twist when McDonagh, initially agreeing to help, was blindsided by a betrayal involving the Intercontinental Champion. McDonagh was suddenly set to face Rusev in a match later that night, which confused and frustrated him given his disapproval of Rusev.
“Dom Mysterio runs to Finn Balor asking for help with Rusev. Finn tells Dom that if he needs help, he should ask El Grande Americano. Dom asks JD for help and Roxanne persuades JD to help. Dom says JD is facing Rusev tonight.” – The Movement – Pro Wrestling
The Fallout and Its Implications for WWE Storylines
This chain of events signaled a major turning point for Dominik Mysterio WWE betrayal storylines, highlighting rising tensions within factions and shifting alliances. The Judgment Day’s refusal to support Mysterio, along with McDonagh’s surprise involvement in the Rusev match, sets the stage for an intense confrontation on WWE RAW. This betrayal underlines growing fractures among the wrestlers and will likely influence upcoming matches and rivalries.
Dom Mysterio runs to Finn Balor asking for help with Rusev. Finn tells Dom that if he needs help, he should ask El Grande Americano.
Dom asks JD for help and Roxanne persuades JD to help. Dom says JD is facing Rusev tonight.#WWERAW pic.twitter.com/93JgCnkTE5
— The Movement – Pro Wrestling (@TheMovementXx) September 22, 2025
