Rey Mysterio is reportedly dealing with injuries sustained during the WWE Royal Rumble, according to an announcement by Michael Cole during Monday Night Raw.
Cole addressed Mysterio's absence from Raw, stating that the veteran wrestler suffered injuries during his Royal Rumble match, where he entered at number four and was eliminated by Oba Femi.
Injury Context and Background
This latest injury comes after Mysterio's previous seven-month absence in 2025 due to a torn groin, raising concerns about his ongoing health at age 51. Sources suggest the current injury involves his ribs and is not considered serious.
Mysterio was part of an ongoing storyline involving Penta, Dragon Lee, and The Vision, which may factor into his current status.
WWE has not provided definitive details about the extent of Mysterio's injuries or his expected return timeline.
