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Dominik Mysterio says legacy motivates him, eyes Cena match.

Published 28 October 2025

Dominik Mysterio, the WWE Intercontinental and AAA Mega Champion, said in a recent interview that he does not feel pressured by his family’s legacy and that the Mysterio name has instead motivated him as his career advances. He also teased the possibility of facing John Cena during Cena’s retirement appearances and is scheduled to defend his Intercontinental title on an upcoming episode of Raw.

Asked about following in the footsteps of his father, Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio, Dominik said, "I don't really feel the pressure." He added that being part of a multigeneration wrestling family has driven him to enjoy performing rather than weigh him down. "It almost motivated me and made me want to go out there and have fun," he said, noting that fans now associate the Mysterio name with both father and son.

Dominik pointed to milestone moments, including a SummerSlam victory over AJ Styles and a title win at WrestleMania, as highlights he tries to savor despite the nonstop schedule of professional wrestling. He said the job is year-round and leaves little opportunity to "sit down and smell the roses," but that those rare triumphs make the work worthwhile. He also noted that he is about...

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