Why Dominik Mysterio Should Win King of the Ring | Notsam Wrestling Update
The host of Notsam Wrestling makes a bold case for Dominic Mysterio to win the King of the Ring tournament and challenge Cody Rhodes for the WWE Championship at SummerSlam—despite Obafemi being the logical choice for the title shot. He argues that if Obafemi wins the tournament, he can't also face Brock Lesnar at SummerSlam, creating a narrative dead end. Instead, he proposes a twist: Brock Lesnar interferes in the semifinals, eliminating Obafemi and setting up Dominic Mysterio as the surprise King of the Ring. From there, Mysterio could beat LA Knight in the finals, then face Cody Rhodes at SummerSlam in a high-stakes, emotionally charged match. The host believes this storyline would work because Mysterio is 'right there and ready,' and a loss to Cody would fuel a compelling long-term push—especially if he later wins the Money in the Bank briefcase. The episode builds around the idea that Mysterio’s underdog status, charisma, and history with the company make him the perfect vehicle to carry momentum into 2027.
Dominic Mysterio should win the King of the Ring tournament to avoid narrative dead ends from Obafemi facing both Brock Lesnar and the champion at SummerSlam.
Brock Lesnar should interfere in the semifinals to eliminate Obafemi, preserving Mysterio’s credibility as a tournament winner.
A Dom vs. Cody Rhodes match at SummerSlam could be compelling even if Mysterio loses, setting up a long-term championship pursuit.
Mysterio winning the Money in the Bank briefcase later would reframe his SummerSlam loss as a missed opportunity, fueling future storylines.
The dynamic of Mysterio as king and Raquel as queen could drive a Judgment Day faction split, adding emotional stakes.
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Introducing the King of the Ring Pitch
Sam Roberts opens the episode by setting up the central thesis: with Seth Rollins out of the King of the Ring tournament, the narrative has shifted. He introduces his argument for Dominic Mysterio to be the new face of the event.
The Obafemi Dilemma: One Match or the Other?
Sam explores the conflict between Obafemi winning the King of the Ring and facing Brock Lesnar at SummerSlam. He argues that both can’t happen, and doing both in one weekend would leave no credible challengers afterward.
Why Mysterio Is the Answer
“I believe that if you elevate Dominic Mysterio into this position, it's going to work. Dominic Mysterio can have the Cody match at SummerSlam. And I think it'll work.”
The Brock Lesnar Interference Plan
Sam outlines a strategy where Brock Lesnar interferes in the semifinals to eliminate Obafemi, allowing Mysterio to win the tournament without an asterisk, while setting up a SummerSlam rematch with Brock.
Building the Mysterio Story Arc
Sam details how a Dom vs. Cody match at SummerSlam could be sold, with Mysterio losing but still being positioned as a legitimate title contender, especially after winning Money in the Bank.
“I mean, the minute Dom looked at Obafemi in the face and said, kneel down and respect the stache, that's one of the greatest lines I've ever heard.”
“I believe that if you elevate Dominic Mysterio into this position, it's going to work. Dominic Mysterio can have the Cody match at SummerSlam. And I think it'll work.”
“But right there, I'm like, we're so back, dude. We're so back. We've been waiting for this.”
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