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Rey Mysterio's WrestleMania 41 Match in Doubt After SmackDown Injury

The WWE Hall of Famer suffered a leg injury during a tag match less than 24 hours before his scheduled bout, leaving his status uncertain.

US pro-wrestler Rey Mysterio attends Netflix's "WWE Monday Night RAW" premiere at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California on January 6, 2025.
Rey Mysterio makes his entrance during the Men’s Royal Rumble match during the WWE Royal Rumble at Lucas Oil Stadium.
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Overview

  • Rey Mysterio sustained a leg injury during a six-man tag match on Friday Night SmackDown against American Made, requiring assistance to leave the ring.
  • The injury occurred less than 24 hours before Mysterio's scheduled WrestleMania 41 match against El Grande Americano, casting doubt on his participation.
  • WWE has not yet issued an official update on Mysterio’s condition, but the match remains advertised as of Saturday morning.
  • Potential replacements include LWO teammates Rey Fenix and Dragon Lee, both of whom are tied to the ongoing storyline with American Made.
  • Fans and analysts are awaiting further updates, with concerns heightened by Mysterio's age and the tight timeline before the event.