Dominik Mysterio Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Drama Ahead of WWE Royal Rumble 2025

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — WWE Superstar Dominik Mysterio has shed light on a controversial moment during the Netflix debut of WWE Raw last month, offering a behind-the-scenes explanation for his actions involving Rhea Ripley and Liv Morgan. The revelation comes ahead of the highly anticipated 2025 Royal Rumble Premium Live Event at Lucas Oil Stadium.

During the January 6 episode of Raw, Ripley defeated Morgan to reclaim the Women’s World Championship. Following the match, Mysterio approached Ripley with open arms, only to be met with a kick to the groin. In a recent interview, Mysterio clarified the incident, stating, “There is a huge misunderstanding there. Liv and I had agreed that if, for whatever reason, she did not end up with the title, I would steal it and run away, and we would figure it out.” He added, “I was going in for the sneak hug, steal the title, and dip. But she caught on, I guess. That’s the real story.”

The on-screen romance between Mysterio and Morgan began at SummerSlam 2024, where Mysterio betrayed Ripley to assist Morgan in retaining her title. The duo’s relationship has since been a focal point of WWE storylines, with Mysterio emphasizing that all decisions regarding their partnership require Morgan’s approval. When asked about potential alliances, Mysterio quipped, “Everything’s got to go by my güerita [Morgan].”

Speculation about tension between Mysterio and Morgan has also surfaced. Former WWE writer Freddie Prinze Jr. suggested on his podcast that Morgan might harbor hidden resentment toward Mysterio, despite her public demeanor. “Did that girl thing that, you know, you girls do, ‘No, I’m not mad. I’m just not going to communicate and get even angrier on the inside, and then I’m gonna get pi**ed at you for something dumb later on,'” Prinze Jr. said.

As the WWE universe gears up for the 2025 Royal Rumble, all eyes will be on Mysterio to see if he competes in the Men’s Royal Rumble Match and how his relationship with Morgan evolves. The event promises high-stakes drama and unexpected twists, continuing the legacy of one of WWE’s most iconic events.