Santos Escobar: I Know Rey Mysterio Will Give Me A US Title Opportunity When The Time Comes

Santos Escobar comments on potential match with Rey Mysterio. 

Escobar earned a WWE United States Title match on the July 28 episode of WWE SmackDown by defeating Rey Mysterio. Unfortunately for Escobar, he was unable to get his title bout due to an attack by Austin Theory. 

Mysterio replaced Escobar against Theory on the August 11 episode of WWE SmackDown, winning the US Title. 

Speaking on Babyfaces radio, Escobar was asked if he would step in the ring with Mysterio with the belt on the line. 

“Absolutely, yes. We already went at it just to get an opportunity at this title. Now that he holds the title, the one thing I know for sure is that he will give me an opportunity when the time comes. I’m not ready to compete right now because of Austin Theory, and before I go for the title, I would like to repay Austin in kind,” said Escobar. 

Earlier in the interview, Escobar noted that he is not cleared, which stems from Theory’s attack on his knee. 

“I’m not cleared to compete right now as it is, because of Austin Theory, but trust me, my mind, my heart are strong. I’m a strong willed person. I will comeback. When I comeback, I will come back full steam,” he said. 

It is unknown when Escobar will return to the ring. 

While making the media rounds, Escobar revealed that Mysterio suffered a “mild concussion” during their SmackDown bout. You can find his full comments by clicking here. 

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