Champion Logan Paul saves Rey Mysterio from devastating injury during Crown Jewel US title match

Logan Paul has emerged as one of the fastest-rising celebrity wrestlers in the circuit. Given his superstardom, he was bound to receive attention from the audience. But Logan has left everyone impressed with his wrestling skills, something that he has been doing from a relatively young age. Paul recently shocked the world after he defeated Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio for the US title at Crown Jewel. Paul is now a Champion, but his in-ring skills have been commendable. His swift thinking saved Mysterio from suffering an injury.

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Logan Paul saves Rey Mysterio from an injury during their Crown Jewel match - WATCH

During the US title match between Rey Mysterio and Logan Paul, the challenger seemingly saved the champion in what looked like a super-scary botch moment. Mysterio made a moonsault attempt from the second rope, but he seemingly misjudged the position of Paul. But Logan swiftly came forward to make the catch and manoeuvre it into a body slam. 

Paul's in-ring awareness has received immense praise for his move as he saved Mysterio from a serious injury. 

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Did Logan Paul really save Mysterio from an injury?

Logan Paul has been hailed all over for his presence of mind to save Mysterio from a possible injury. However, some critics have pointed out that it was Paul who failed to execute the spot that led to Mysterio falling into a dangerous spot. But the Hall of Famer was seemingly conscious of it as he extended his hands ahead of the landing. But Logan did manage to not let Mysterio drop awkwardly, and he received his flowers for the same.

With Logan Paul now being a WWE Champion, it is expected for the part-time wrestler to have more appearances as he moves forward in the brand with his title reign.