Dominik Mysterio Retains Intercontinental Title Against Rusev on WWE Raw

SACRAMENTO, California — Dominik Mysterio defended his Intercontinental Championship against Rusev on WWE Raw on October 20, 2025. This much-anticipated match was confirmed by Raw General Manager Adam Pearce, who scheduled it after Rusev sought a rematch following his previous loss to Mysterio.

Rusev, known as ‘The Bulgarian Brute,’ aimed to reclaim the title after a controversial loss two weeks prior. Their match began with an intense build-up as both competitors displayed their wrestling skills. However, Mysterio resorted to underhanded tactics to secure his win. As the match progressed, he attempted to use a ring bell hammer, only to be thwarted by Rusev.

In a pivotal moment, Mysterio struck Rusev with a low blow before executing his signature moves, the 619 and a frog splash, to clinch the victory. This win once again highlighted Mysterio’s refusal to compete fairly, a trend that has raised eyebrows among fans and commentators alike.

After the match, tensions flared as Penta, who had been previously involved in Mysterio’s title defense, attacked Rusev, setting the stage for potential future clashes. Rusev expressed his frustration about the match’s outcome and vowed to come back stronger.

The night was filled with other significant moments as Becky Lynch defended her Women’s Intercontinental Championship against Maxxine Dupri. Lynch’s match ended in disqualification when she used the championship belt against Dupri, illustrating the fierce rivalry brewing between the two.

Finally, Adam Pearce provided an update on Seth Rollins, who underwent surgery following an attack from Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed. Pearce announced that Rollins would be stripped of the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, and a new champion would be crowned at the upcoming Saturday Night’s Main Event.