WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio has been absent from active competition since suffering an injury during a SmackDown episode ahead of WrestleMania 41, where he teamed with Rey Fenix and Dragon Lee against American Made. There is growing speculation that Mysterio could make his much-anticipated return at the 2025 SummerSlam Premium Live Event, potentially reuniting with a notable surprise ally in Chavo Guerrero.
Chavo Guerrero’s WWE Return Sparks Interest
Salvador Guerrero IV, known to fans as Chavo Guerrero, is back in WWE after working with various wrestling promotions post-2011, when he initially left the company. At 54 years old, Guerrero has not retired from active wrestling and was last seen competing in TNA Wrestling as recently as March 2025. A Fightful Select report confirmed that he is now officially involved with WWE once again.
Chavo Guerrero’s history in WWE is closely linked to Rey Mysterio through family and friendship ties. He is the nephew of the late Eddie Guerrero and formerly partnered with him in WWE as part of Los Guerreros. The deep connection to Eddie, who was Mysterio’s best friend, adds emotional weight to their potential reunion. If Guerrero rejoins at SummerSlam, he might also engage with the Latino World Order’s team, which includes Joaquin Wilde and Cruz Del Toro, who are slated to compete for the World Tag Team Championship against The Judgment Day’s Finn Balor and JD McDonagh in New Jersey.
Possible Role as Manager for The Judgment Day
In addition to alliances with the Latino World Order, Chavo Guerrero could align with The Judgment Day faction, which features Dominik Mysterio, Rey’s son. Dominik pays tribute to Eddie Guerrero in his wrestling style, performing signature moves like the Three Amigos and finishing with a Frog Splash.
The Judgment Day currently holds three championships on the RAW brand, demonstrating considerable dominance. Adding Guerrero as a manager could strengthen the group’s cohesion and serve as a strategic buffer during internal conflicts, particularly between Finn Balor, Dirty Dom, and Liv Morgan. Guerrero’s involvement here might also assist Dominik in defending the Intercontinental Championship against AJ Styles at SummerSlam. However, this storyline could create friction, pitting Guerrero and Dominik against Rey Mysterio, who has ongoing on-screen tensions with his son.
Chavo Guerrero’s Role in Supporting Rey Mysterio’s Final WWE Chapter
Rey Mysterio appears to be approaching the closing phase of his illustrious WWE career. In a candid discussion on Adrian Hernandez’s Unlikely Podcast, Mysterio expressed his desire to announce his retirement to fans at the right moment, emphasizing how important it is for loyal supporters to witness his final performances personally.
“I would love to make an announcement. I would love for the fans who have grown up watching me and supported my career from day one, of which there are still many around, to be able to say, ‘This is the last time I’m going to get to see him perform. I want to go take a look.’ I want to give the opportunity to those fans that have been loyal from day one. Prior to that, I would think, ‘I’m just going to retire one day,’ but it’s a hard thing to do when you start thinking about it. I know that time is a lot closer than it was yesterday. I have to prep myself up mentally,” he said. [12:13 onwards]
—Rey Mysterio, WWE Superstar
The 50-year-old noted that he is observing John Cena’s retirement tour closely as he contemplates his own departure. It is anticipated that Mysterio’s farewell match may involve a confrontation with Dominik Mysterio, deepening the emotional storytelling. With Chavo Guerrero back in WWE, creative opportunities expand, offering potential angles where Guerrero supports Dominik or adds complexity to Rey’s final story arc.
Implications for WWE and SummerSlam 2025
The potential return of Rey Mysterio at SummerSlam 2025, accompanied by Chavo Guerrero, could significantly shape the event’s narrative and WWE’s broader storytelling. Guerrero’s involvement could create fresh rivalries and alliances, enhancing the dramatic stakes surrounding The Latino World Order and The Judgment Day factions. As Rey Mysterio moves toward retirement, these developments may highlight both his legacy and the intergenerational stories within WWE.
Fans can expect emotionally charged moments, especially if Guerrero assumes a managerial role or directly participates in matches. SummerSlam 2025 might not only mark the return of a legendary wrestler but also the rekindling of wrestling bonds forged through history and family ties.
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