Mysterio Injury: Claims He Wasn’t Faking It
Dominik Mysterio Reveals Grueling Injuries & The Real Toll of Pro Wrestling
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Dominik Mysterio,the controversial yet captivating star of WWE,has opened up about the notable physical toll professional wrestling takes on the body,detailing a series of serious injuries manny fans were unaware of.In a recent interview on “The TWC Show” podcast, Mysterio revealed he’s battled legitimate injuries – including a punctured lung – while consistently performing for a global audience.
Rib Injuries & doubts From Fans
Mysterio addressed the skepticism surrounding his past injuries, specifically one sustained during his storyline with AJ Styles.”My more serious ones, like, I have my ribs. A couple weeks ago, I dislocated my two lower ribs, and they were digging into my cartilage,” he explained. He clarified that this injury was genuine, despite many fans believing it was fabricated. “So that was why I was actually, like, hurt. Everyone thought I was faking it, but I was actually hurt.” This highlights a common misconception about the world of professional wrestling – the assumption that all injuries are part of the performance.
A Punctured Lung During His Heel Turn
The most alarming revelation came when Mysterio recounted an injury suffered early in his run with The Judgment Day, during a match against WWE Hall of Famer edge. he described a frightening incident involving a frog Splash gone wrong. “My first match as a bad guy, wrestled Edge, and I did a Frog Splash, and I cracked my rib and it punctured a lung,” he revealed.
The immediate aftermath was deceptively calm. “And then I finished the match, and then I just remember not being able to catch my breath.” This seemingly minor discomfort quickly escalated.
A Harrowing Trip to the Hospital
Mysterio detailed the concerning moments after the match when he realized the severity of his condition. Initially, he downplayed his symptoms to the team doctor. “I told the doctor. I was like, ‘no, no, I’m good.’ Went back to the locker room.10 minutes later, I was like, ‘I still can’t breathe.’ I was like, ‘this is like, this ain’t right,'” he recalled.
A trip to the hospital confirmed his fears. “Sure enough, went to the hospital, and they’re like, ‘Yeah, you got a pneumothorax. You can’t fly home.’ I was like, ‘oh, sick.'” A pneumothorax, or punctured lung, is a serious medical condition requiring immediate attention, and Mysterio’s willingness to continue performing through the initial pain underscores the dedication - and risk – inherent in professional wrestling.
The Unseen Physical Demands of Pro Wrestling
Mysterio emphasized that enduring constant pain is simply part of the job. “No matter what, you’re always gonna have aches and pains and the traveling and stuff. And it’s like people don’t really realize, like, the kind of toll that actually takes on your body,” he said. He painted a vivid picture of the cumulative damage wrestlers endure.
“Like your back calluses up as the ropes are so hard… your body’s got to get used to that, taking the bumps and going through all this other sht and then having to do it again the next day.” This raw honesty provides a glimpse behind the curtain, revealing the sacrifices made by performers to entertain millions.Despite these challenges, Dominik Mysterio has proven to be a remarkably durable and consistently featured performer in WWE. His ability to persevere through injury and maintain a prominent role speaks to his dedication and resilience.Listen to the full interview on “The TWC Show” podcast.
If you use any portion of the quotes from this article please credit The TWC podcast with a h/t to WrestlingNews.co for the transcription.*