Rey Mysterio gets a championship opportunity in his hometown
Summary
– Chad Gable announced an Intercontinental Championship triple threat
– Rey Mysterio and Dragon Lee were named as his challengers
– Gable arranged the match after speaking with Adam Pearce
Chad Gable offered Rey Mysterio a hometown championship opportunity while also giving Dragon Lee another chance at the Intercontinental Title.
The announcement came during a backstage conversation on Raw in San Diego. Mysterio praised Lee for setting the standard for lucha libre, with Lee expressing his appreciation before Gable joined the exchange.
Gable agreed with the praise and reminded Lee that he wanted another match following their meeting in Mexico City.
Rather than simply arranging a rematch, the champion decided to include Mysterio. Gable explained that it would be a shame for the Hall of Famer to miss the chance to wrestle in front of his hometown crowd.
He revealed that he had already spoken with Adam Pearce and would defend the Intercontinental Championship against both men in a triple threat that night.
“It’s going to be an honor, boys.”
The announcement caught Mysterio and Lee by surprise, but both welcomed the opportunity. Their conversation ended with excitement about sharing the ring with the champion.
Gable’s decision gave Lee the rematch he had discussed while adding another challenger who could take the title. Under triple threat rules, the champion would not need to be involved in the deciding fall to lose his championship.
