Dominik Mysterio last wrestled on the June 9 edition of Raw. His next match is now official. He will defend his Intercontinental Championship against AJ Styles at SummerSlam. This match has been in the making for months. They were first set to clash at Night of Champions in Riyadh on June 28. However, Dirty Dom withdrew from the title defense due to a medical issue.
Later, officials revealed that Mysterio had sustained a partial rib injury. The injury prevented any in-ring activity for the 28-year-old. On this week’s Raw, Styles chased Dom all around the arena. At first, The Phenomenal One appeared as Mysterio’s valet. The reigning IC Champion looked shocked and kept yelling that doctors hadn’t cleared him yet.
Mysterio later ran into Styles backstage, who was disguised as a janitor. The former WWE Champion attended to Mysterio, who was already down from an accidental big boot by Raquel Rodriguez at ringside. Medical help took some time to arrive for Rey Mysterio’s son. Styles, dressed as a WWE medic, reached Mysterio and jokingly gave him CPR. The San Diego native then ran away in fear.
The Georgia Pitbull stood beside Raw GM Adam Pearce, waiting for medical clearance on Mysterio. The doctor said he needed more time to complete the paperwork. Suddenly, Liv Morgan’s boyfriend attacked Styles from behind. Mysterio then declared he was finally cleared and would face Mr. TNA at SummerSlam.
The Feud Between Dominik Mysterio and AJ Styles Has Stood Out in WWE
Recent weeks on WWE television featured hilarious exchanges between AJ Styles and Dominik Mysterio. Fans have enjoyed the comedic angle of their ongoing feud. Yesterday, a social media banter between them went viral. The Judgment Day member accused Styles of harassing him through DMs.
Mysterio posted a screenshot on Instagram showing Styles warning him he’d get beaten up soon. The Face that Runs the Place had sent a childhood photo of Mysterio with the threat. Rhea Ripley’s on-screen ex even called for an FBI investigation into the matter.
Styles has finally secured a title match against Mysterio after a long wait. Now, with the opportunity in hand, the veteran aims to shift momentum in his favor. The Gainesville-born star has struggled with form for a while. His last singles title reign dates back to 2020. SummerSlam could mark a new beginning for the ex-NJPW wrestler, who has promised to retire before turning 50.