The April 21 edition of RAW from Las Vegas featured a significant return that directly impacted the Intercontinental Championship picture. A title match took an unexpected turn when outside interference determined the outcome of Dominik Mysterio’s first defense since winning the gold at WrestleMania 41.
JD McDonagh made his surprise comeback to WWE programming, emerging during the Intercontinental Championship match between Dominik Mysterio and Penta. With the official distracted, McDonagh executed an attack on Penta, creating the perfect opportunity for Mysterio to connect with a frog splash and secure the pinfall victory.
The timing of McDonagh’s return is notable, as he had been sidelined since January 27 due to serious injuries sustained during tag team action. McDonagh suffered fractured ribs and a punctured lung in a match where he teamed with Mysterio against the War Raiders.
This development occurs amid visible tension within The Judgment Day faction. Finn Bálor, who positions himself as the group’s leader, has recently displayed clear dissatisfaction and has hinted at interest in pursuing Dominik’s newly-captured championship.
Earlier in the broadcast, fellow Judgment Day members Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez reclaimed the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship, defeating Becky Lynch and Lyra Valkyria in a rematch from their WrestleMania 41 encounter.
