Dominik Mysterio Set to Defend Intercontinental Title at WWE Backlash

A highly-anticipated title match has been added to the upcoming WWE Backlash event, with Intercontinental Champion Dominik Mysterio gearing up to defend his title against Penta. This clash comes as a continuation of their intense rivalry, which has been brewing for some time now.

The feud between Mysterio and Penta escalated following their showdown at WrestleMania 41, where Mysterio emerged victorious in a four-way match that also featured Penta. The tension between the two reached new heights on a recent episode of Raw, where Mysterio narrowly retained his title against Penta with some outside interference from JD McDonagh.

In a recent development, Penta managed to secure a rematch by defeating McDonagh in a heated encounter on Raw. This victory has set the stage for a high-stakes showdown between Penta and Mysterio at WWE Backlash, promising an electrifying match for fans.

Saturday’s Backlash Event Lineup

The WWE Backlash event is shaping up to be a thrilling night of action, with five confirmed matches on the card. The event, scheduled for this Saturday, will kick off with a pre-show at 5 p.m. Eastern (10 p.m. BST), followed by the main card featuring some of the biggest names in wrestling.

The full card includes:
– John Cena (c) vs. Randy Orton for the Undisputed WWE Championship
– Gunther vs. Pat McAfee
– Lyra Valkyria (c) vs. Becky Lynch for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship
– Dominik Mysterio (c) vs. Penta for the Intercontinental Championship
– Jacob Fatu (c) vs. Drew McIntyre vs. LA Knight vs. Damian Priest for the United States Championship

Dominik Mysterio’s Lingering Injury

In a recent interview, Dominik Mysterio opened up about a lingering injury he sustained back in September 2022 during a match with Adam “Edge” Copeland. The injury, a punctured lung, forced Mysterio to take a break from action until October of the same year. Even to this day, Mysterio continues to deal with the repercussions of this injury, highlighting the physical toll that wrestling can take on performers.

In conclusion, the upcoming clash between Dominik Mysterio and Penta at WWE Backlash promises to be a must-watch event for wrestling fans, as these two competitors look to settle their score in the ring. Stay tuned for what is sure to be an action-packed night of entertainment.

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