This previous Monday, one of many acclaimed “WWE Uncooked” matches of the yr came about when Chad Gable defended his Intercontinental Championship towards Rey Mysterio, with followers particularly praising the Mexican-American star for nonetheless acting at a high-level at 51 years of age. Former WWE Champion and not too long ago retired star AJ Kinds was significantly impressed with Mysterio’s efficiency on Monday, sharing some critical reward for “The Grasp of the 619” on social media.
“Yeah, he is one of many best to ever do it. He’s the best Luchador ever! Timeless @reymysterio”
Yeah, he is one of many best to ever do it. He’s the best Luchador ever! Timeless @reymysterio https://t.co/wx0ALPa1pP
— AJ Kinds (@AJStylesOrg) August 18, 2026
Many followers in contrast Mysterio’s conflict with Gable to his iconic matches with Kurt Angle all through the 2000s, as each males particularly carried out sure strikes within the ring on Monday that had been call-backs to “The Final Underdog’s” battles with the “Olympic Hero.” Regardless of his efficiency, Mysterio continues to battle to seize the Intercontinental Championship this yr, as he is now misplaced his final three alternatives to win the title.
Together with being a member of the “Uncooked” roster, Mysterio can also be the Common Supervisor of AAA and not too long ago introduced a number-one contender’s match for Roman Reigns’s World Heavyweight Championship, consisting of Luchadores solely. The winner of the competitors will problem Reigns on Monday, September 14 when “Uncooked” returns to Mexico Metropolis for the primary time since 2011. Right now, Penta, La Parka, Rey Fenix and Dragon Lee are the final 4 rivals remaining within the match, with the semi-finals set to happen subsequent week on “Uncooked.”
