WWE icon Rey Mysterio appeared at a live event in Mexico City on Saturday, part of a collaborative weekend show between WWE and AAA. The former world champion, preparing to return after an injury hiatus, shared a backstage moment with prominent AAA wrestlers Psycho Clown, Pagano, and Mr. Iguana during the event.
In a dramatic segment, Mysterio handed the AAA stars a pipe, which they used to smash a piñata depicting El Grande Americano. Observing this scene from backstage was a RAW Superstar rumored to be Ludwig Kaiser, who watched as the trio expressed their disdain for his character in a symbolic display.
Match-Up with El Grande Americano Postponed but Rivalry Continues
Rey Mysterio was originally slated to face El Grande Americano at WrestleMania 41, but an injury forced him out of the bout and led to Rey Fenix stepping in as a replacement. Despite missing the match, Mysterio’s tension with the masked wrestler remains unresolved, hinting at future confrontations.
Meanwhile, Mr. Iguana has gained recognition for his recent performances at Money in the Bank and Worlds Collide in early June, sparking rumors of a potential move to WWE’s main roster, which could deepen the connection between WWE and AAA talent.
Rey Mysterio Expresses Interest in Mixed Tag Team Matches with Asuka
The WWE Hall of Famer recently discussed his desire to see the Mixed Match Challenge return during an interview with No-Contest Wrestling. He named Asuka as his preferred partner for mixed tag team competition, highlighting the creative potential of pairing male and female superstars in the ring.
“You know, I really enjoy those. I think that just gets really creative when it comes down to seeing your favorite female superstar and male superstar. I know we’re a little bit sensitive with a man putting his hands on a woman so we’re trying to stay away from that, but overall, just the beautiful sport of professional wrestling in its full capacity is so beautiful to watch man. You enjoy it, I enjoy it as a wrestler. I can only imagine how the fans enjoy it as fans. I tell you what, I think I would probably go with Asuka,” Rey Mysterio said. —Rey Mysterio, WWE Hall of Famer
Asuka recently returned to WWE after a year-long recovery from a knee injury and has since reunited with Kairi Sane as part of The Kabuki Warriors tag team, making her a compelling choice for such matches.
Looking Ahead: Implications for WWE and AAA Collaboration
The recent Mexico City event highlights ongoing cooperation between WWE and AAA, showcasing the blending of talent across promotions. Rey Mysterio’s involvement with AAA stars and continued storyline with El Grande Americano suggest more crossover events in the future, potentially strengthening both brands.
With Mr. Iguana’s rising profile and talk of main roster moves, fans can expect to see more AAA wrestlers making a mark in WWE, while Mysterio’s interest in mixed tag matches could signal new creative directions for WWE programming.
