Penta is laser-focused on capturing the WWE Intercontinental Championship heading into WrestleMania 42 season. Speaking to Denise Salcedo in a red carpet interview at the WWE 2K26 Creator Fest, Penta made his intentions crystal clear when asked about his goals for WrestleMania.
You know what — the next goal for Penta is that stupid dumb Mysterio," Penta said. "I don't know exactly how. I don't know exactly when. But one thing is sure — Penta will be Intercontinental Champion.
The declaration comes just days after Penta earned the right to challenge for the Intercontinental Championship on the February 17 edition of Raw, defeating El Grande Americano in a #1 Contender's match.
Dominik Mysterio (c) has held the title since recapturing it from John Cena at Survivor Series: WarGames in November, though an injury has kept him from defending the belt in nearly three months.
Penta and Dominik have history with the championship. The two previously clashed for the Intercontinental title at Backlash last May, with Mysterio retaining. Penta also publicly called for a WrestleMania 42 rematch back in September, making this a long-simmering rivalry with championship stakes now officially renewed.
Penta also revealed during the interview that his iconic fire-driven entrance was the brainchild of Triple H.
The second one is 100% Triple H's idea," he said, adding that the entrance puts him in full competition mode. "When I feel everything — my body is like full energy. I want to beat everyone there, no matter what.
With WrestleMania 42 on the horizon and Penta now the official #1 Contender, the only question remaining is when Dirty Dom makes his return to defend the gold.
