WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio announces Royal Rumble entry in San Diego, leading to a heated confrontation with Kevin Owens over WWE Championship status.
Rey Mysterio opened WWE SmackDown in his hometown of San Diego, California, declaring his entry into the 2025 Royal Rumble match. Mysterio referenced his 2006 Royal Rumble victory and subsequent world championship win, acknowledging the strong competition including Drew McIntyre, CM Punk, Roman Reigns, John Cena, and Seth Rollins.
Kevin Owens interrupted Mysterio’s announcement, expressing respect while brandishing the Winged Eagle Championship. Owens proclaimed himself the rightful WWE Champion and proposed a potential match with Mysterio.
Kevin Owens noted that he respected Rey Mysterio. He brought up his own success throughout his career and raised the Winged Eagle Title that he had been carrying around. He called himself the rightful WWE Champion.
Mysterio disputed Owens’s claim to the championship, stating Cody Rhodes remained the legitimate champion. The exchange escalated when Owens compared himself to Dominik, leading to a physical altercation. Mysterio attempted a 619, but Owens evaded the move and retreated from the ring.
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