3 Reasons why Dominik Mysterio must qualify for the Elimination Chamber 2026

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#3. A new challenger could emerge from the Elimination Chamber

“Dirty” Dom is the current Intercontinental Champion, but there doesn’t seem to be any challengers lined up for him. The self-proclaimed King of Luchadores had been sidelined for a month with a shoulder injury before returning on RAW after the Royal Rumble.

If Mysterio qualifies for the Men’s Elimination Chamber Match, whoever pins him in the gimmick bout could stake a claim at the Intercontinental Title.

#2. Dominik Mysterio’s character could add an exciting dynamic to the Elimination Chamber lineup

So far, Randy Orton, LA Knight, and Cody Rhodes have qualified for the Men’s Elimination Chamber Match. Since all three of them are heroic babyfaces, the bout needs some contrast. A cowardly heel like Dominik Mysterio could add a different dynamic to the lineup, potentially leading to several exciting moments on February 28.

Moreover, it would go well with Mysterio’s character as well. Since he is the reigning IC Champion, he could avoid defending his title by participating in the Men’s Elimination Chamber Match. He hasn’t defended the title since regaining it from John Cena at Survivor Series: WarGames, and skipping another PLE could generate heat on him.

#1. The shock factor

One of the major reasons why Dominik Mysterio should qualify for the Men’s Elimination Chamber is that it would be unexpected. Mysterio is going up against Gunther and Je’Von Evans, and very few would expect “Dirty” Dom to score the victory.

The Ring General has been on a dominant run lately, retiring John Cena and AJ Styles. As for Evans, he has been carrying a lot of momentum since moving to RAW. Mysterio winning the qualifying match this week would be shocking, given his opponents.

While not all unexpected decisions are productive, Mysterio qualifying for the gimmick match wouldn’t be one of them. Moreover, we are on the Road to WrestleMania 42, and now is the perfect time to utilize the shock factor to keep everyone guessing.