If you thought things were already tense for Dirty Dom, buckle up — because this week’s episode of WWE Raw took the drama to a whole new level. Dominik Mysterio, the self-proclaimed greatest Mysterio of all time, is staring down not just rivals in the ring, but his own faction — the Judgment Day — in what’s shaping up to be internal warfare.
The Big Picture
Dominik holds the coveted Intercontinental Championship and recently added the AAA Mega Championship to his collection, declaring himself a “double-champ.” But those accolades haven’t brought peace — they’ve brought questions. Inside the Judgment Day, longtime leader Finn Bálor confronted Dom about his ties to mysterious ally El Grande Americano, questioning what return favors Dom might owe. The brief celebration turned sour fast.
Fractures Appear
During a backstage confrontation, Balor confronted Mysterio: What’s your deal with El Grande Americano? Dom’s answer? It’s “just a lucha thing” — and then he walked off. Roxanne Perez, another member, trailed after him, adding fuel to the rumor mill. Balor’s look said it all: suspicion. The message is clear — Dom’s leadership within the faction is being questioned, and the glue holding Judgment Day together is creaking.
In-Ring Tensions Mount
To compound matters, on the September 1 edition of Raw, Mysterio successfully defended his Intercontinental Title against AJ Styles in Paris. But where was the unit? While Dom was in the ring carrying the brand of Judgment Day, the faction’s tag team (Raquel Rodriguez & Roxanne Perez) dropped the ball, losing to the Kabuki Warriors. That mismatch between Dom’s success and the group’s performance underscores the growing disconnect.
A New Challenge Emerges
With his own group wobbling, Dominik now faces the daunting task of defending his title — and his status — without full trust behind him. Every time he walks to the ring, he’s carrying more than the belt; he’s carrying the weight of faction expectations and internal scrutiny. If he stumbles, the cracks could turn into a breakup.
What’s Next?
Will Dom go it alone and possibly break away from Judgment Day entirely?
Might the faction attempt to replace him, or force him into a tougher path by withholding support?
And most importantly: Who’s going to challenge him for the IC title next, and how will the faction drama factor in?
One thing’s for sure: this isn’t just about championship gold anymore. It’s about loyalty, trust, power shifts—and whether Dominik Mysterio can emerge not just as a champion, but as a leader in his own right.
Stay tuned — RAW’s next episode is shaping up to be must-watch if you’re following the saga of Dominik vs. Judgment Day.
