Aalyah Mysterio took her first steps inside a wrestling ring last year, sparking widespread speculation about her future in the sport. Now, Rey Mysterio is clarifying her intentions and providing an update on whether his daughter could be pursuing a career in wrestling. This development comes as Aalyah’s interest appears to be more than just casual curiosity, aligning with the Rey Mysterio wrestling update many fans have awaited.
Training Experience at Dungeon 2.0 and Early Encouragement
Aalyah previously trained at the renowned Dungeon 2.0 in Orlando alongside prominent WWE figures such as Natalya, TJ Wilson, and Rey himself. While many assumed her training was a brief introduction, Rey Mysterio recently revealed that the experience was just the beginning. Speaking on the February 18, 2026 episode of What Do You Wanna Talk About? with Cody Rhodes, Rey detailed that Aalyah’s opportunity to try wrestling came shortly after he was cleared from an injury, fulfilling a promise he made to her.
“Right before I got cleared from my injury, I went to the PC in Orlando. My daughter had been asking me, ‘Dad, I want to jump in the ring. I want to see what it’s like.’ I told her we’d do it when she graduated. So she graduated in June, and we flew up there on a Wednesday.” – Rey Mysterio, WWE Superstar
Natural Ability Surprises Rey Mysterio
Rey Mysterio admitted he was surprised by how naturally Aalyah adapted to the physical demands of wrestling. He initially thought she might be put off by the stiffness of the ropes and the challenging bumps involved in training, but she embraced it enthusiastically. After their training session at the Performance Center, Aalyah even spent time practicing at the Dungeon, signaling her enjoyment and eagerness to continue.
“I was thinking, there’s no way this is her first time stepping in the ring. She had a natural connection with positioning and hitting the ropes. I was like, that is scary crazy. She got in there with me to feel what it was like, to feel the mat and the ropes. Later that day, we went to the Dungeon and she did a little bit there too. When we finished, she said, ‘I really enjoyed this. This is really fun.’ I was surprised because I thought she wouldn’t like it. The ropes are stiff and the bumps are hard. So I told her, ‘Okay, the next step is to see how you handle a full week of training. If you still like it after that, maybe it’s something you want to think about.’” – Rey Mysterio, WWE Superstar
Considering a Rigorous Training Schedule
Rey is now weighing whether to introduce Aalyah to a more intensive training routine to truly test her commitment. He plans to have her experience the demanding schedule of daily workouts combined with physical exertion and recovery, which is core to professional wrestling. This stage will help both of them understand if her passion is sustainable beyond the initial excitement.
“So I’m actually trying to get her out there pretty soon so she knows what it’s like to train every day—wake up, work out all day, sleep, and then do it all over again. That’s intense. When I think about it, it scares me, but it also excites me.” – Rey Mysterio, WWE Superstar
The Future of the Mysterio Wrestling Tradition
Although Rey stops short of promising an official debut, this careful and deliberate testing phase shows that Aalyah Mysterio’s interest in wrestling has evolved beyond a simple experiment. If she thrives during an extended training period and remains enthusiastic, it could signal the continuation of the Mysterio family legacy inside WWE. This possibility has significant implications for the wrestling world, as Rey’s influence and reputation add weight to her potential path.
Fans and observers will be keenly watching to see if Aalyah embraces a professional wrestling career, continuing the tradition begun by her father, Rey Mysterio. This update offers a glimpse into how her journey is unfolding and what she may face if she commits to this demanding sport.
