Rey Mysterio is currently dealing with a rib injury, raising concerns about his participation in Saturday’s Men’s Royal Rumble Match, according to a report from PWInsider. The exact extent of the injury remains unclear as of now, leaving fans uncertain about his status for the upcoming event.
Details of Injury Sustained During Recent Match
Late Monday night, Mysterio suffered a shoulder injury during a bout against Austin Theory but managed to complete the match. However, he noticeably did not join the post-match confrontation, where Dragon Lee and Petna were attacked by The Vision. After the match, Mysterio was seen resting on the apron while favoring his shoulder, with WWE medical personnel attending to him, and the referee signaling the ‘X’ sign to indicate injury.
Pat McAfee’s Possible WWE Return
Meanwhile, Fightful Select cites WWE sources indicating that Pat McAfee is expected to return to the company soon, although details about his role and schedule have yet to be disclosed. McAfee recently concluded his ESPN College Football duties and had previously left WWE last June due to exhaustion from balancing travel, his daily talk show, and ESPN commitments. Notably, he made an appearance at last September’s Wrestlepalooza PLE held at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Implications for Upcoming WWE Events
With Rey Mysterio’s rib injury still under evaluation, the uncertainty looms over his Royal Rumble involvement, which could influence WWE’s storyline developments moving forward. Simultaneously, Pat McAfee’s anticipated return adds intrigue to WWE’s future plans, as fans await confirmation on how he will be reintegrated into the company’s programming.
