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#5 The Dominik Mysterio situation on SmackDown

Rey Mysterio to a dejected Dominik

The last few months on SmackDown must have been frustrating for Dominik Mysterio. There was a massive build to his debut at SummerSlam, and he delivered in a big way. Ever since his move to SmackDown, the focus was either on his sister Aalyah, or his father.

King @BaronCorbinWWE with a CHEAP SHOT! #SmackDown @DomMysterio35 pic.twitter.com/QwHQ98S8iv

— WWE (@WWE) January 16, 2021

Lately, the spotlight has been on Rey Mysterio, and on this week's episode, we saw Rey Mysterio face King Corbin and he suffered a defeat. Corbin even made sure to taunt Dominik on commentary.

It was odd that Dominik was suddenly not the center of attention in the Mysterio family. He certainly proved that he belongs in the ring, and has a long, exciting future at just 23.

A dominant victory for King @BaronCorbinWWE, and another learning experience for @DomMysterio35...#SmackDown @reymysterio pic.twitter.com/4PNJfgGunn

— WWE (@WWE) January 16, 2021

There is a lot of time to ease Dominik into WWE programming, especially given his age. However, we wouldn't be surprised to see WWE only utilize him sporadically till he gets a bit older.

Either way, it looks like Dominik Mysterio is also entering into a feud with King Corbin on SmackDown.