Rey Mysterio moves to WWE SmackDown, becomes IC title number one contender

Rey Mysterio is the new number one contender to the Intercontinental title, officially making the move to the SmackDown brand.

Mysterio defeated Ricochet, Solo Sikoa, and Sheamus in a fatal four-way match on Friday’s show, earning a future Intercontinental title match against Gunther. The finish had Jey Uso, Sami Zayn, and Brawling Brutes all battling to the back after making the save for their men. Inside the ring, Mysterio managed to cut off Ricochet and connect with the 619 for the victory. 

It was said during commentary that Mysterio was now officially a part of the SmackDown brand.. Earlier in the show, Mysterio spoke to Triple H, insisting he was not going to fight his own son and was upset about Dominik’s recent actions, saying he was ready to quit. Triple H instead talked him into going into his office to work things out.

Mysterio was a replacement for Karrion Kross, who was originally scheduled to compete in the match. However, the opening moments of SmackDown revealed he and Scarlett were involved in a car accident. McIntyre jumped Kross as he was recovering and continued to attack him as referees and officials attempted to break up the altercation.