When will Rey Mysterio return to in-ring competition after being injured? WWE expert Dave Meltzer has an update | Exclusive
Roktim Rajpal | Jul 13, 2025, 18:10 IST
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WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio is expected to return to in-ring competition in August, according to journalist Dave Meltzer. The former champion missed WrestleMania 41 due to injury and may skip SummerSlam as well.
Rey Mysterio, one of the biggest names in the WWE has been missing from in-ring competition since April when he suffered an injury on the SmackDown before WrestleMania 41. This forced him to miss the ‘Show of Shows’. His impending return is one of the most keenly discussed topics among fans. Speaking to Indiatimes, veteran journalist Dave Meltzer revealed the timeline for his return.
Dave Meltzer, the founder of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, is one of the most respected names in pro wrestling journalism. The veteran analyst specialises in covering the WWE and frequently shares his frank opinions on the product on social media. Speaking to Indiatimes, he revealed that Rey Mysterio is expected to return to in-ring competition in August. This suggests that he is likely to miss SummerSlam, which is slated to be held on August 2 and August 3.
Rey Mysterio tore his groin and busted his eardrum right before WrestleMania 41 in April. The groin injury occurred during a tag match on SmackDown. He also injured his eardrum around the same time. He later underwent surgery for the same. This injury forced him to miss WrestleMania 41, where he was to take on El Grande Americano in a grudge match. He was replaced by Rey Fenix in the bout, who lost.
Rey Mysterio made his unofficial return to WWE programming at Worlds Collide in June and appeared during the opening segment. He, however, was not cleared to compete at the event.
Penta has emerged as WWE’s resident ‘Luchador No 1’ in Rey Mysterio’s absence. The former AEW star even main evented Raw recently when he took on Seth Rollins in a losing effort. Penta squared off with Rey Mysterio in the Royal Rumble match and held his own against the veteran. It remains to be seen if the two lock horns or cross paths again once the ‘Master of the 619’ , who is being advertised for Survivor Series this November, returns to in-ring competition. He may also resume his feud with El Grande Americano.
Dave Meltzer sheds light on Rey Mysterio’s future
Dave Meltzer, the founder of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, is one of the most respected names in pro wrestling journalism. The veteran analyst specialises in covering the WWE and frequently shares his frank opinions on the product on social media. Speaking to Indiatimes, he revealed that Rey Mysterio is expected to return to in-ring competition in August. This suggests that he is likely to miss SummerSlam, which is slated to be held on August 2 and August 3.
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Rey Mysterio tore his groin and busted his eardrum right before WrestleMania 41 in April. The groin injury occurred during a tag match on SmackDown. He also injured his eardrum around the same time. He later underwent surgery for the same. This injury forced him to miss WrestleMania 41, where he was to take on El Grande Americano in a grudge match. He was replaced by Rey Fenix in the bout, who lost.
Rey Mysterio made his unofficial return to WWE programming at Worlds Collide in June and appeared during the opening segment. He, however, was not cleared to compete at the event.
Is a Rey Mysterio-Penta feud on the cards?
Penta has emerged as WWE’s resident ‘Luchador No 1’ in Rey Mysterio’s absence. The former AEW star even main evented Raw recently when he took on Seth Rollins in a losing effort. Penta squared off with Rey Mysterio in the Royal Rumble match and held his own against the veteran. It remains to be seen if the two lock horns or cross paths again once the ‘Master of the 619’ , who is being advertised for Survivor Series this November, returns to in-ring competition. He may also resume his feud with El Grande Americano.
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