Dominik Mysterio is heading into WWE SummerSlam with a lot on his plate. He's defending his Intercontinental Championship against AJ Styles on the fifth anniversary of his WWE debut. But Dominik admits that his early push might have been too much, too soon.
Dominik's Early Doubts
Dominik's initial run, alongside his father Rey Mysterio, received heavy criticism from fans. He acknowledges feeling out of place and unprepared. "As soon as I saw myself on TV for the first time, I thought, 'What are they thinking?'" Dominik said, reflecting on his debut during the COVID era. He felt he didn't deserve to be in the ring with established stars.
The Turning Point: Judgment Day
The shift came when Dominik betrayed his father and joined Judgment Day. This allowed him to create his own persona – a rebellious and arrogant character. The boos shifted from disliking the wrestler to despising the character, signaling a successful transformation.
Dominik's current prominence, including his partnership with Chase Freedom and his Intercontinental Championship reign, highlights his growth. He's proving his potential and carving his own legacy. He also reminisced about his first involvement with WWE at SummerSlam 15 years prior, during the storyline with Eddie Guerrero and Rey Mysterio.
SummerSlam and Beyond
Now, Dominik is focused on SummerSlam 2025. He's looking to solidify his position as a top WWE star. He also talked about his favorite WWE star and the perfect chicken tender, highlighting the perks of his partnership with Chase Freedom Unlimited. "Thanks to Chase Freedom Unlimited, I've been getting taken care of,” he said.
- Defending the Intercontinental Championship against AJ Styles.
- Representing WWE in partnership with Chase Freedom.
- Proving his potential as a solo performer.