Penta commemorated his one-year anniversary with WWE RAW through a heartfelt celebration after this week’s episode, held at the PSD Bank Dome in Düsseldorf, Germany. The Penta WWE RAW celebration marked a significant milestone for the wrestler, who made his debut for the promotion on January 13, 2025.
Penta Reflects on a Year of Achievements
Having previously been part of AEW, Penta has now completed his first year in WWE, a journey he chose to honor by sharing his impressive statistics on social media. He posted about his experiences and successes throughout the year, emphasizing the support from millions of fans and his gratitude for the journey so far.
“365 days. 64 matches. 36 wins. 3 PLEs. 12 countries. Millions of fans. Infinite GRACIAS. 🙏🏻❤️🇲🇽. PENTA YEAR ONE 🤘🏻🤘🏻 #justthebeginning #thennowforevertogether,”
he wrote. – Penta, WWE Star
Penta’s emotional message resonated with many, underscoring his influence internationally after competing in twelve countries within one year. Throughout his time with WWE, he appeared in notable matches and premium live events, connecting with a broad fanbase and steadily building his reputation.
Latest RAW Match and Post-Event Drama
During the most recent episode of RAW, Penta teamed up with Dragon Lee in a tag match against The Vision’s Bronson Reed and Austin Theory. Following their match, Bron Breakker launched a surprise attack, leading RAW General Manager Adam Pearce to announce Breakker’s indefinite suspension after the incident. The episode, broadcast from Germany, highlighted the intensity and unpredictability that has become characteristic of Penta’s first year with WWE.
Chelsea Green Recalls Facing Penta on the Independent Circuit
SmackDown standout Chelsea Green recently reflected on competing against Penta during their time in the independent wrestling scene, specifically referencing a match in Lucha Underground. Speaking on Chris Van Vliet’s Insight podcast, she discussed the experience and praised Penta’s abilities in the ring.
“The best decision I ever made was that match. Because now, when someone says I suck at wrestling, someone else says, ‘But did you see the Penta match?’ And I’m like, ‘Yeah, yeah, that one match in 2018. He literally wrestled himself. Watch it again. He literally wrestled himself.’ But I digress. He is amazing, and so am I,”
Green said. – Chelsea Green, WWE Superstar
Green’s comments highlight the respect Penta has earned among peers and his impact across various promotions, including WWE and Lucha Underground. This level of recognition contributes to his growing legacy within the industry.
The Lucha Bros’ Connection and Future Possibilities
Penta, whose real-life brother is current WWE SmackDown star Rey Fenix, forms one half of the acclaimed Lucha Bros tag team. As both continue their singles and tag team pursuits, speculation increases about a possible reunion within WWE. Their success as a duo in the worldwide wrestling scene has made them fan favorites and major figures in tag team wrestling.
Penta’s emotional celebration and his achievements over the past year underscore his value to WWE and the global reach of pro wrestling. As he moves forward into his second year, fans and industry insiders alike will watch closely to see how his journey shapes the continued evolution of the company’s roster and storylines.
