Key Highlights
- WWE is rumored to be teasing a potential heel turn for Rey Mysterio on RAW.
- Rey Mysterio was featured during John Cena’s segments, with his son Dominik also making an appearance.
- Vince Russo believes Rey Mysterio might turn heel after winning the Intercontinental Title through his son’s interference.
- The next RAW episode is set to take place on Monday at Madison Square Garden where John Cena will be wrestling.
Rey Mysterio’s Potential Heel Turn Teased by WWE
WWE has been dropping subtle hints that it might be time for Rey Mysterio to make a significant shift in his on-screen persona. Last week, during John Cena’s segments on Raw, Mysterio made two notable appearances, raising suspicions among fans and industry insiders that the veteran wrestler could soon turn heel.
Rey Mysterio’s Involvement During Cena’s Promos
During Cena’s promo battle with his son, Dominik Mysterio, Rey was mentioned by name. This was followed by a backstage meeting between The Master of 619 and the newly crowned Intercontinental Champion, where Rey congratulated him. Fans and analysts have interpreted these moments as indicators that Rey could be gearing up for a major storyline change.
Expert Analysis: Mysterio’s Turn to Heel?
On the Behind The Turnbuckle podcast, Jonathan Coach suggested that WWE’s inclusion of Rey during Cena’s segments might not just be coincidental. According to Coach, the company is intentionally preparing fans for a potential heel turn by Rey. “Out of respect for who? Your father, I’m going to allow you to walk away, blah, blah, blah,” John Cena said in his promo, which Coach believes is an easter egg hinting at Rey’s future storyline.
Coach also predicted that Rey Mysterio might face John Cena for the Intercontinental Title on the upcoming Raw episode and could even win it with help from Dominik. “So you can go,” Cena said, which Coach interpreted as a reference to Rey potentially losing his title due to his son’s interference.
Vince Russo’s Insight: A Heel Turn for Mysterio?
Vince Russo, a former WWE writer, added that the IC title victory might finally provoke Rey Mysterio to turn heel. Russo explained, “To me, I always go with logic. And if Rey realizes he won that title because his son screwed John Cena, Rey would have an issue with his son.” This logical progression could set up a complex and engaging storyline for WWE viewers.
Upcoming Match at Madison Square Garden
Adding to the speculation is the upcoming match between John Cena and someone on Monday’s episode of Raw, which will take place at Madison Square Garden. While it’s not explicitly mentioned who Cena will be facing, industry insiders believe that Rey Mysterio could be a likely contender given the recent events and the hints dropped during his segments.
The match is set to be part of WWE’s ongoing “Last Time Is Now” tournament, which aims to provide opportunities for superstars. Given the build-up and the potential storyline shift for Rey Mysterio, fans are eagerly awaiting what WWE has in store for Raw this Monday.
