In a dramatic turn of events at WWE Survivor Series, Dominik Mysterio claimed the Intercontinental Championship from John Cena. This match marked the final premium live event of Cena’s illustrious career.
Liv Morgan’s Return
Liv Morgan made a noteworthy comeback from her shoulder injury, sustained in June during a bout against Kairi Sane. Her return took place during the championship match, where she played a pivotal role in Mysterio’s victory over Cena.
The Match Breakdown
The match was rife with interference. After managing to fend off attacks from Finn Balor and JD McDonagh, Cena briefly had momentum on his side. However, Morgan made her surprise return, disrupting the flow of the match.
- Morgan slapped Mysterio before embracing Cena.
- She whispered something to Cena, only to follow up with a low blow.
- Mysterio capitalized on the distraction with a 619 move.
- Afterward, Morgan hit Cena with the Intercontinental Championship belt.
- A Frog Splash from Mysterio secured the championship for him.
Cena’s Historic Journey
Prior to this event, John Cena achieved a personal milestone by capturing the Intercontinental Championship for the first time. This victory enabled him to complete the prestigious Grand Slam champion qualifications in WWE.
Road to Survivor Series
Leading up to Survivor Series, Dominik confronted Cena multiple times, including an incident on Raw in Boston where he disrespected the 17-time world champion. WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H was present, leading to an immediate match booking for the Intercontinental Championship between the two wrestlers.
Final Match and Future Plans
The Survivor Series event provided Mysterio with a home-field advantage in San Diego. Despite having a strong fanbase due to his legacy, Cena could not secure a title victory as he prepared for his last match at the upcoming Dec. 13 Saturday Night’s Main Event. He will face the winner of the Last Time Is Now tournament without the Intercontinental Championship.
