Dominik Mysterio Injury Update Brings Huge Relief as WWE Star Avoids Worst-Case Scenario
Dominik Mysterio’s momentum in WWE hit an unexpected roadblock last month, but a new update suggests the situation is far less serious than fans initially feared.
The Judgment Day member suffered a shoulder injury at AAA’s Guerra de Titanes on December 20 while teaming with El Grande Americano against Rey Mysterio and Rey Fenix. A brutal DDT during the match immediately raised alarms, as Dominik appeared shaken and struggled to continue.
WWE later acknowledged the injury on Monday Night RAW, quietly confirming that Dominik had been pulled from upcoming live events. His absence was noticeable, especially with Judgment Day playing a major role on weekly television.
Major positive update on Dominik’s status
According to the latest reports, Dominik Mysterio has avoided surgery — a development that dramatically improves his outlook. Doctors are now expecting him to miss only three to four weeks, instead of facing a lengthy recovery.
That timeline puts his potential return in late January or early February, right as WWE begins its push toward the Royal Rumble. Wrestling Observer Radio noted that the no-surgery diagnosis was met with relief backstage, as it allows WWE to keep long-term plans intact.
Dominik currently holds both the WWE Intercontinental Championship and the AAA Mega Championship, making this update especially significant. Avoiding surgery means there is no immediate need for him to vacate either title.
Behind the scenes, Dominik is said to be in good spirits and actively rehabbing under WWE’s medical supervision. While the company is keeping him off the road to prevent further damage, concern has reportedly turned into optimism — and fans may not have to wait much longer to see him back on WWE television.
