Rey Mysterio, despite a recent injury incident on Monday Night Raw, is confirmed to participate in the upcoming Royal Rumble this Saturday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The WWE Hall of Famer shared a photo on Instagram from a plane alongside his allies Dragon Lee and Penta, indicating their travel to the Premium Live Event in the Kingdom.
Injury Incident During Match Raises Concerns
During his match against Austin Theory, Mysterio appeared to sustain a genuine injury, which led the referee to signal medical staff with the X gesture. Mysterio was seen holding his ribs and favoring a leg as he was escorted backstage, notably missing the post-match brawl where The Vision attacked his LWO teammates.
Reports Suggest Injury Is Not Severe
Wrestling Observer Newsletter’s Dave Meltzer reported that, although the injury was legitimate, the initial diagnosis appeared hopeful and did not indicate serious damage. The Instagram update from Mysterio aligns with this assessment, confirming that he is fit enough to fly internationally despite the earlier setback.
Mysterio’s Determination to Compete at 51 Years Old
The 51-year-old veteran has officially entered the 30-man Royal Rumble event, aiming to echo his iconic 2006 performance. Traveling with Dragon Lee and Penta, the “Master of the 619” is pushing through physical challenges to face new contenders like Austin Theory and Bron Breakker, maintaining his place among wrestling’s elite.
