Dominik Mysterio Reveals Shocking Original Plan for WWE SummerSlam 2005

One big thing

Dominik Mysterio has disclosed that WWE initially planned to hang him above the ring during the infamous custody ladder match between Rey Mysterio and Eddie Guerrero at SummerSlam 2005.

The details

• Dominik revealed this information during an appearance on the Impaulsive podcast.

• The original plan was to suspend Dominik above the ring, similar to a Money in the Bank briefcase.

• Dominik said, “They wanted to hang me from a cage. Not even from a cage, they wanted to just actually hang me. Like on a waist thing and just like have me dangle there.”

• The idea was ultimately scrapped, and a briefcase was hung above the ring instead.

Why it matters

This revelation sheds light on the extreme lengths WWE was willing to go for dramatic storytelling, even involving minors in potentially dangerous situations. It also highlights the evolution of safety standards in professional wrestling over the years.

Additional context

• The custody ladder match at SummerSlam 2005 was a pivotal moment in WWE storytelling, centering around the fictional custody of Dominik Mysterio.

• Dominik, now a WWE superstar himself, has become an integral part of the company’s current storylines.

• During the same interview, Dominik also discussed his wife’s reaction to Rhea Ripley licking his face on TV, adding another layer to his current character development.

The big question

How do you think the WWE’s approach to storytelling and involving family members has changed since 2005? Leave your thoughts in the comments below.