Dominik Mysterio participated in a match during the WWE SmackDown tapings, teaming up with the 52-year-old legend R-Truth, albeit in a losing effort against a newly formed tag team. Warning: Spoilers for the 23rd February episode of SmackDown are contained in this article.
On the 16th February episode of the blue brand, Dominik Mysterio faced Kevin Owens, aiming to secure the second-last spot in the Men’s Elimination Chamber Match.
The veteran R-Truth was also present at ringside, comically mistaking Kevin Owens for The Miz once again. In a humorous attempt to involve Truth’s assistance with a steel chair, Dominik mentioned being a part of The Judgment Day, only to have Truth sit on the chair instead. This led to Kevin Owens winning the match and qualifying for the Chamber.
Meanwhile, the recently formed tag team of Tyler Bate and Pete Dunne, now dubbed the ‘New Catch Republic,’ clashed with Dominik Mysterio and R-Truth during the SmackDown tapings, emerging victorious.
The emergence of the New Catch Republic adds intrigue to the WWE’s tag team division. Tyler Bate made his official main roster debut, revitalizing his career by partnering with Pete Dunne.
The New Catch Republic already boasts momentum, highlighted by their significant win over Mysterio and R-Truth. This match was taped for the upcoming episode of WWE SmackDown, preceding the 2024 Elimination Chamber.
The New Catch Republic is set to face The Judgment Day duo of Finn Balor and Damian Priest for the Undisputed Tag Team Titles in Australia. Although victory may not be expected for the newly formed team, anticipation is high for what promises to be an intense and possibly standout match of the night.
