Dominik Mysterio & 3 other WWE stars who could retire Rey Mysterio in 2026

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Rey Mysterio is one of the most iconic names in professional wrestling, with an illustrious career spanning over three decades. However, just as the fleeting sunset that follows every dawn, even the most legendary careers bow to the passage of time. Mysterio doesn't have much time left as an in-ring competitor, and the curtain is slowly falling on his legacy.

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But the biggest question is who will earn the monumental opportunity to retire The Master of 619 when the day comes. A moment like that serves as a memento in time and makes its way into history. The current WWE roster is filled with some of the most promising talents and youngsters who hold the potential to be the legendary luchador's final opponent.

Let's take a look at four WWE stars who could retire Rey Mysterio in 2026:

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#4. Logan Paul

Logan Paul is one of WWE's biggest mainstream attractions and has a history with Rey Mysterio. His heel persona thrives on disrespecting legends. This was seen during their very recent interaction on RAW, where The Maverick claimed to retire The Master of 619. A match between Paul and Mysterio with career-on-the-line stakes fits WWE's love for celebrity involvement in legacy moments.

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A "YouTube star retires the greatest luchador ever" storyline would generate insane mainstream heat. There is no doubt that it could set the internet abuzz, giving rise to huge reactions. Ending Rey Mysterio's career would be the ultimate credential for Logan Paul. It would cement him as a legitimate top-tier heel and give him the biggest win of his wrestling career.

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#3. Penta

Penta is one of the credible contenders to put Rey Mysterio's legacy to rest. The two superstars never battled each other in WWE, which is why fans have been clamoring to see them in the ring. This is a lucha libre dream match that calls for a grand stage, as both El Meido and Mysterio are two of the most influential masked stars of the last 25 years in this industry.

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The company could capitalize on this hype and anticipation by making Penta retire The Master of 619. Although the 40-year-old is currently injured, WWE has been establishing him as a top star on the main roster. Therefore, a historic moment like that would elevate Penta to the main-event status. It would make him the undisputed king of modern lucha libre worldwide.

#2. Rey Fenix

Rey Fenix is one of the most promising names to retire The Master of 619. During various interviews, he stated that Rey Mysterio is the reason why he started wrestling. Therefore, ending the career of the very man who motivated him to become a pro wrestler is a story that needs no reasoning. It would make for a great storyline that has the potential to excite fans.

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The ultimate high-flyer of the current generation, finally surpassing the man who invented the style in WWE, would be a treat to see. A 30-minute aerial masterpiece ending with Rey Fenix pinning his idol Rey Mysterio would be a historic passing-of-the-torch moment. This will give the 34-year-old the breakthrough he has been seeking since arriving in WWE.

#1. Dominik Mysterio may retire Rey Mysterio

Dominik Mysterio is at the top of the list of credible contenders who could retire Rey Mysterio. The amount of history they have on and off the screen is unmatchable. The father and son have been at odds with each other since 2022, during which fans saw several memorable moments. It is, without a doubt, the most personal story in wrestling right now.

Dominik ending his father's career to fully escape Rey's shadow is Shakespearean-level drama. Retiring his own dad would be a career-defining moment for the 28-year-old. With their rivalry going on for the past three years, this is a story made in heaven. There couldn't be any better stage for it to culminate than at Rey Mysterio's farewell match.

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