Rey Mysterio, a revered figure in both the WWE and the world of combat sports, is eager to witness UFC star Brandon Moreno make his foray into the squared circle of professional wrestling. The duo, known for their close relationship, has drawn attention not only for their friendship but also for Mysterio’s unwavering support of the UFC champion.
The legendary luchador has consistently demonstrated his backing for Moreno. This was notably evident when he made a special appearance at UFC 290 earlier this year. Mysterio was present to rally behind his close friend as Moreno successfully defended his Flyweight title against Alexandre Pantoja.
In a recent interview on The MMA Hour, Mysterio expressed his fervent desire to see Brandon Moreno transition from the world of mixed martial arts to the grand stage of WWE. Their rapport extends beyond the octagon, as Mysterio playfully disclosed his attempt to convince Moreno to explore the world of professional wrestling, promising to impart his own expertise once inside the WWE ring.
Mysterio recounted, “I saw a little bit of the footage on social media. We [Moreno & I] had the podcast about a month before that happened, and I was trying to convince him, ‘show me a little bit of MMA and I’ll teach you some of the ropes. Let’s get in the ring.’ He goes, ‘I would love to.’”
“We were kind of joking it out. I do believe he has a passion for wrestling and lucha. I would love to interact more with him in the future, and hope that maybe one day, he decides to step into a WWE ring,” Mysterio concluded.
Rey Mysterio wants to see Brandon Moreno in WWE 🇲🇽 pic.twitter.com/gLy9xzYGpw
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It’s worth noting that Brandon Moreno has previously showcased his interest in professional wrestling. He made a notable appearance with AAA at Triplemania 31, hinting at the potential for an exciting crossover between the world of MMA and the Stamford-based WWE.
What’s next for Rey Mysterio in WWE?
As fans eagerly anticipate Moreno’s possible foray into WWE, they have another thrilling prospect to look forward to. Rey Mysterio, a WWE stalwart and one of the most beloved superstars, is set to face off against Logan Paul. This showdown between the two personalities was sparked when Paul, fresh from his boxing encounter with Dillon Danis, called out Mysterio.
This is going to be good. @reymysterio will defend his #USTitle against @LoganPaul at #WWECrownJewel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia! pic.twitter.com/ZaiHw80Lry
— WWE (@WWE) October 21, 2023
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Their confrontation took center stage during a recent episode of SmackDown when Paul expressed his ambition to seize the United States Championship. Mysterio, undeterred by Paul’s aspirations, challenged him, vowing to defend his title against the YouTube sensation. The official announcement of their United States Championship match at Crown Jewel has only heightened the anticipation for this electrifying showdown.
