Dominik Mysterio © WWE Matches
"Backstage talk grows as WWE prepares for Dominik Mysterio’s return with major plans in motion"
Dominik Mysterio is once again a hot topic backstage, and this time it feels deliberate.
WWE has been quietly lining things up for his return after the shoulder injury that sidelined him late last year, and the timing now looks intentional rather than rushed.
The injury happened during AAA’s Guerra de Titanes event, a rough moment that forced him out while he was juggling two major roles. At the time, Dominik was carrying both the Intercontinental Championship in WWE and the AAA Mega Championship, which only added to the frustration around his absence. With both companies affected, his time off raised questions about how and when he would be brought back.
Those questions may soon be answered. According to recent backstage chatter, WWE has openly discussed reintroducing Dominik as early as this week’s episode of Raw in Philadelphia. If that happens, his return would land right in the middle of WrestleMania season, a window WWE rarely wastes. Bringing him back now would instantly freshen ongoing storylines and give the company a chance to reset his momentum in a meaningful way.
Momentum Building Ahead of a Timely Comeback
Dominik’s schedule outside WWE is also lining up neatly. He is advertised for upcoming AAA appearances, including a title defense in Puebla on March 14. That date fits cleanly with WWE’s internal timeline, suggesting both promotions are coordinating rather than working around each other.
His status as a dual champion gives creative plenty to play with. WWE could slide him back into the Intercontinental title picture, lean into Judgment Day drama, or even tease crossover elements tied to his AAA reign. That flexibility is a big part of why there is so much optimism internally.
Behind the scenes, there is genuine excitement about what Dominik represents right now. He has grown into one of WWE’s most talked-about young names, and officials see his return as a chance to push him into a higher tier rather than easing him back slowly.
There has also been early discussion around potential opponents that could elevate him further. While nothing has been finalized, the names being floated suggest WWE views Dominik as someone ready for bigger moments.
One thing is clear. WWE wants him back on television soon, and more planning is going into that return than fans might expect.
