WWE remains vague as speculation swirls over possible replacement for the Lucha legend
Summary
– Michael Cole confirms Rey Mysterio suffered a legitimate injury on SmackDown
– WWE has yet to cancel or confirm his WrestleMania 41 match vs. El Grande Americano
– Dragon Lee and Rey Fenix rumored as potential replacements
Rey Mysterio’s status for WrestleMania 41 is officially uncertain following confirmation from Michael Cole that the WWE Hall of Famer was legitimately injured during Friday’s SmackDown. Despite that update, WWE has not pulled Mysterio from the card, choosing instead to continue promoting the match as if it’s moving forward.
PWInsider reported the injury as “100% legitimate,” Bryan Alvarez noted Dragon Lee is likely to step in if Mysterio is pulled, though Rey Fenix has also been floated as a backup. The mystery deepens as WWE walks the line between transparency and kayfabe.
Mysterio was scheduled to face the masked El Grande Americano—widely rumored to be Chad Gable—symbolizing a generational clash of Lucha traditions. But as Night One looms, fans wait for a last-minute update.
Will Mysterio make it to the ring, or is WWE ready to pivot with a surprise replacement? One thing’s certain—WrestleMania 41 may deliver drama before the bell even rings.
