WWE Payback returns this weekend with some exciting contests on show. After a three-year hiatus, WWE will bring back the grudge matches for fans to enjoy. So ahead of this weekend’s event, we preview the Rey Mysterio vs Austin Theory match and give our predictions for the fight.

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Rey Mysterio and Austin Theory will compete on the card, which also features the likes of Shinsuke Nakamura, Seth Rollins, Becky Lynch, and others. It will take place on Saturday, September 2, at the PPG Paints Arena, in Pittsburg. So here’s what you can expect at the Mysterio vs Theory match.

WWE Payback Rey Mysterio vs Austin Theory: Preview, Prediction, and Odds

WWE Payback: Rey Mysterio vs Austin Theory Preview and Predictions

Mysterio and Theory have a unique storyline heading into this match. Mysterio enters this match as the United States Champion. However, Theory believes he is the rightful owner of the title considering how Mysterio won it. Thus, there is a lot of bad blood between the two.

Mysterio lost to Santos Escobar in the title eliminator. And Escobar prepared to face Theory for the title. However, Theory attacked Escobar before the match and Escobar could no longer compete. Therefore, Mysterio replaced Escobar for the title match and beat Theory.

After his defeat, Theory demanded a rematch, as he was never supposed to face Mysterio in the first place. Moreover, Theory believes Mysterio should not be the United States Champion since he lost to Escobar in the eliminator. And given that these two met before, it will be an exciting match.

Our prediction: Rey Mysterio beats Austin Theory to put all doubts to bed.

WWE Payback odds: Rey Mysterio vs Austin Theory latest betting odds

According to BetOnline.ag, Rey Mysterio enters the event as the firm favorite. The champion is a -500 favorite while Austin Theory is a +300 underdog. Therefore, anyone looking to earn a quick buck from the event has their work cut out for them.

However, we encourage you to bet responsibly on these kinds of events.

What do you make of the WWE Payback contest between Rey Mysterio and Austin Theory? Who do you think will come out on top this weekend?