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MLW and CMLL Announce Historical Interpromotional Showdown

MLW and CMLL Announce Historical Interpromotional Showdown

Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) and Major League Wrestling (MLW) proudly announce a historic cross-promotional event at Arena México on Friday, May 2nd. This landmark collaboration brings together top Luchadores and MLW wrestlers to deliver an unforgettable night of action in the world-famous cathedral of Lucha Libre.

Fans can expect a variety of high-stakes matchups, championship clashes, and spirited encounters showcasing the electrifying blend of traditions and styles unique to Lucha Libre and American pro wrestling. The main event features two renowned athletes—Místico and Kushida—in a one-fall singles encounter that promises to be a thrilling battle of technique and aerial mastery.

“We’re not just making history – we’re rewriting it,” said Cesar Duran, President of MLW. “When MLW’s unstoppable force collides with the legendary might of CMLL at Arena México, expect us to rock the foundation of pro wrestling. Vive MLW y CMLL!”

Full MLW x CMLL Card Highlights

  • Main Event – Single Match (One fall): Místico vs. Kushida
  • Semifinal – MLW National Openweight Championship (One fall): Matthew Justice (champion) vs. Último Guerrero (challenger)
  • Match Relámpago (Lightning Match) – One fall with a 10-minute time limit: Neón vs. Paul London
  • MLW World Tag Team Championship (One fall): CozyMAX (Satoshi Kojima & Okumura / champions) vs. Los Depredadores (Magnus & Rugido / challengers)
  • Tag Team Match – CMLL vs. MLW (One fall): Zandokan Jr. & Barboza vs. Ikuro Kwon & Donovan Dijak
  • Women’s Single Match – CMLL vs. MLW (One fall): Reyna Isis vs. Janai Kai

This unprecedented event exemplifies CMLL’s commitment to preserving and promoting the rich heritage of Lucha Libre and MLW’s dedication to showcasing world-class talent. By uniting forces, both promotions aim to offer fans an extraordinary spectacle that transcends borders and celebrates the universal appeal of professional wrestling.

MLW and CMLL will then team up for AZTECA LUCHA on May 10, 2025. The event will take place at Cicero Stadium in Chicago, IL, bringing fans another night of world-class lucha action featuring top MLW fighters and the best of the best CMLL luchadores.

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Steph, for Stephanie, is not only eNYGMAtic, charismatic, but also “très chic.” Living in France, her birth country, she broke the language barrier to become a respected writer and interviewer on many wrestling promotions. She has developed a very special bond with TNA Wrestling over time to the point of becoming an Authority on the company. The French Nygma, as she loves to call herself, has been a wrestling writer and editor for nearly a decade for SteelChair Magazine/Wrestling SC, TWM and Distortion Media. She has interviewed hundreds of wrestlers from WWE, MLW, TNA, NXT, AEW, and many more promotions. The Nygma is now the new “Authority” on TNA Wrestling and NXT for Last Word on Pro Wrestling. The writer/editor also runs @3WWrestling, her own platform.

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