Triple H comments on loud reactions from the fans during Dominik Mysterio’s WrestleMania win

Dominik Mysterio turned the world upside down for himself when he became the new Intercontinental Champion at WrestleMania 41.

Triple H comments on loud reactions from the fans during Dominik Mysterio’s WrestleMania win

Triple H and Dominik Mysterio (via WWE)

Dominik Mysterio became the new Intercontinental Champion at WrestleMania 41 when he pinned Finn Balor right in the middle of the ring. What was surprising was that he received widespread love from the fans despite being a top heel on that monumental night. It was flabbergasting for many, and now Triple H has shared his thoughts on the surprising shift in fan sentiment toward Mysterio.

Speaking on Triple H’s Topps Break with Sam Roberts, The Game revealed he was not surprised by the babyface reaction Dirty Dom received at WrestleMania. In the past, there are certain heels that received much cheers from the WWE universe. As per Triple H, this shows the dedication Dom has for his character, and the fans are just admiring it.

Not really. When you’re that bad, people love it. It’s kind of a good thing.

Triple H via Topps Break

The Judgment Day member’s victory sent shockwaves around the world, drawing comparisons to iconic moments like Eddie Guerrero and Rey Mysterio‘s Intercontinental Title wins. For the 28-year-old, who has been a part of WWE since 2020, this marked his first singles title on the main roster. Fans had been craving a crafty heel champion—and at WrestleMania, they finally got one.

Moreover, WWE seems fully invested in Dirty Dom as their new champion. On this week’s Raw, he made his first title defense in a standout match against the high-flying sensation Penta. And guess what? He pulled off a sneaky win over the masked luchador, further boosting his credibility. Deservingly, Dirty Dom appears to be on a fast-paced trajectory to the top.

Dominik Mysterio revealed why he returned to the ring at WrestleMania

At WrestleMania, Dominik Mysterio made an unexpected sprint to the ring after his big win in what was reportedly an unscripted moment. It was clearly a personal celebration for the young star after capturing his first singles title on the biggest stage of them all. However, the moment felt a bit out of character given his current persona — and now, Mysterio himself has addressed that spot.

Dominik Mysterio
Dominik Mysterio (via WWE)

Speaking on Busted Open Radio, Mysterio revealed that the celebration wasn’t his idea—it was something WWE management instructed him to do. He explained that no one expected the kind of crowd reaction he received after winning the title, which even surprised those watching from the gorilla position. So, once all the replays had aired, he was told to head back out and soak in the moment.

I win the title. Quick celebration, get out…I don’t think anyone was expecting that reaction. As soon as we heard that reaction and I started mobbing up the ramp, I got word [to] just wait it out, wait for the replays and go back to the ring, and that’s what I did, and it was not my call but I’m glad I got to experience that for sure.

Dominik Mysterio via Busted Open Radio

It was clear that Triple H wanted Dirty Dom to soak in the energy and make the most of that once-in-a-lifetime moment. When the 28-year-old rushed back to the ring, the WWE Universe erupted, creating a buzz that nearly blew the roof off Allegiant Stadium. That electric moment hinted at one thing—Dominik Mysterio’s eventual babyface turn might not be too far off.

Dominik Mysterio gave his thoughts on why luchadors wear a mask

Penta and Rey Fenix are two of the most prominent luchadors in WWE today. Lucha libre has a rich history, with the mask being a deeply rooted symbol of identity and tradition. Icons like Rey Mysterio, Kalisto, and many others have proudly honored this legacy. However, Dominik Mysterio holds a different perspective when it comes to luchadors wearing masks in the ring.

Rey Mysterio and Dominik Mysterio
Rey Mysterio and Dominik Mysterio (via WWE)

Speaking on Busted Open Radio, Mysterio stirred the pot by claiming that luchadors like Penta and Fenix wear masks on TV because they’re insecure about their appearance. He boldly stated that these wrestlers aren’t truly confident in their faces, so they hide behind the masks.

There is a reason these guys wear masks. They are all ugly. I could give a shit about Penta and Fenix. They are all fossils at this point compared to me.

Dominik Mysterio via Busted Open Radio

Mysterio didn’t hold back, calling out the entire lucha community, labeling them as frauds for embracing the tradition. It will be keen to see if Penta and Fenix would retaliate over this sensitive comment by the Intercontinental Champion in the forthcoming weeks.

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