How Will Rey Mysterio's Suspension Affect Him Financially?
Credit: The Wrestling Observer Newsletter
Rey Mysterio's 30-day suspension for violating the Wellness Policy will cost him $100,000, since he would be missing two PPV events and four weeks of house show events. Mysterio is not expected to return for the Hell in a Cell PPV on October 4 since WWE will not have time to build up a match for him.
Mysterio will be allowed to collect merchandise sales during the suspension, which is a huge revenue source for stars in WWE. It is believed Mysterio earns $1.5 million annually, and a large chunk of that comes from merchandise sales, as he is one of the top sellers in WWE. Mysterio's merchandise sales have always been strong even when he has been out with injuries.