October 8, 2011
October 5, 2011
The Two Sin Caras Explained
WWE's two Sin Caras have been at war for more than ten years, you probably just didn't know it. The rivalry between WWE’s two Sin Caras, who collided like Mexican missiles at WWE Hell in a Cell last Sunday, truly began more than a decade ago, ironically over the right to use another ring name. According to both Sin Caras - who spoke exclusively to WWE.com - the dispute is one neither has forgotten, nor plan to until only one Sin Cara is left standing.
October 1, 2011
September 28, 2011
September 15, 2011
Lucha Libre USA: Masked Warrior Returning to MTV
Over-the-top is an understatement when it comes to Lucha Libre USA: Masked Warriors, the high-spirited Mexican wrestling spectacular that marries exciting aerial maneuvers and extraordinary acrobatics with flamboyant characters and outlandish story lines. Beginning on October 1, Lucha Libre USA: Masked Warriors begins its second season of explosive battles—in and out of the ring—on MTV2. The series is recorded before enthusiastic live audiences at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Albuquerque in NM.
August 12, 2011
June 19, 2011
June 3, 2011
Update on Averno and Sin Cara
The belief is that Averno will come into WWE without his mask and one name thrown around for him is Rey Ortiz II.
Regarding Cara, there was concern about him after his pay-per-view match against Chavo Guerrero but WWE officials are determined to make him work because he has been promoted as the first talent brought on by Triple H. There has always been skepticism of Cara's inability to speak English and right now, he's mainly communicating through one of the WWE referees who is bi-lingual.
source: wrestling observer newsletter
May 29, 2011
Averno has Signed with WWE, Expected to Drop his Mask at Jucio Final
Averno, one of the top rudos for CMLL for the half decade, has signed a contract with WWE. Averno is joining the US promotion to resume his feud with Misitco (now Sin Cara) as an unmasked heel. The plan was for him to lose his mask to La Mascara at June 17th’s Jucio Final, but plans may change as this news gets out. Multiple sources have confirmed to me both Averno’s signing and his imminent mask loss.
WWE has been unhappy with Sin Cara’s matches so far. Atypically, they’ve sought to resolve this by bringing in more agreeable opponents for him to work with. The story I was told is WWE went to Sin Cara and asked him that if he could work with anyone in the world, who would he most like to work with. Obviously, he picked his long time rival (and probably close friend) Averno. WWE earlier had Averno in for a tryout last October, the same tryout Mistico and Diamante were at (and which Durango Kid helped set up), but decided not to sign him at that time. Things have changed, and Averno secretly signed with WWE during their last tour of Mexico...More?
source: luchablog
April 24, 2011
This Day in Wrestling History
April 24, 1922
Better known as Blue Demon (Demonio Azul in Spanish), Munoz was a Mexican luchador Enmascarado (Masked professional wrestler) who was widely considered to be one of the greatest Mexican wrestlers of his time. He was affectionately referred to as "Blue" and was known for his signature blue wrestling mask.
Johnny Valentine passes away.
April 24, 2001
Buddy Rogers vs. Johnny Valentine - 1953
Johnny Valentine (born John Theodore Wisniski, September 22, 1928–April 24, 2001) was a professional wrestler with a career spanning almost three decades. He has been inducted into four halls of fame for his achievements in wrestling. Wisniski is the father of professional wrestler Greg "The Hammer" Valentine.
He held numerous world champion and regional titles, including the NWA United States Championship and the World Heavyweight title. He had long running rivalries with Bobo Brazil, Pat O'Connor, Buddy Rogers, Antonio Rocca, Lou Thesz, Harley Race, The Sheik, Wahoo McDaniel, Fritz von Erich, Bruno Sammartino, Johnny Powers, Antonio Inoki and Jack & Jerry Brisco. He alternated between being a villain and a hero during the Golden Era in the 1940s through 1960s of wrestling.
In 1975, he was injured in a plane crash; he suffered a broken back and was forced to retire from wrestling. He worked briefly as a manager before retiring altogether. He suffered from several health problems during his career, which worsened considerably after a fall in 2000. He died the following year.
source: wikipedia.org
January 20, 2011
January 17, 2011
Isis the Amazon to debut for Lucha Libre USA at TV tapings
Isis the Amazon (Aloisa), the near seven foot tall female wrestler who was released by WWE before her official debut on NXT, is now scheduled to debut at TV tapings for Lucha Libre USA this weekend in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino.
source: pwinsider.com
January 12, 2011
Shane Helms Agrees to Deal with Lucha Libre USA
Former WCW and WWE star Shane "The Hurricane" Helms announced on his "Highway 2 Helms" podcast on Wednesday night that he has signed a deal with the Lucha Libre USA promotiong on MTV2.
January 6, 2011
Lucha Libre USA Sets First Three Events of 2011; New TV Clearance
Lucha Libre USA will kick off their 2011 calendar on Jan. 20th with a live event in Highlands, CA at the San Miguel Indian Bingo & Casino.
The promotion has also announced MTV2 taping dates in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino for Jan. 22nd and Feb. 5th. There's no word as to a return to MTV2n yet, however. They also announced a local TV clearance in that market on Univision KLUZ-TV channel 41.
www.luchalibreusa.com
November 29, 2010
Lucha Star Hijo de Cien Caras Murdered
Off the heels of the murder of LL-USA star, Solid, last week yet another luchador has been gunned down this month. IWRG star, Hijo de Cien Caras, was shot and murdered Sunday night outside of a house in Mexico. He and a woman, Adela Luna (possibly his wife), were sitting in a car when an unidentified man walked up to the car and began firing shots into the car striking Caras 4 times. Hijo de Cien Caras, real name Ignacio Jimenez, was only 33 years old...More?
source: wrestleview.com
November 22, 2010
Lucha Libre USA Star Shot and Killed
Lucha Libre USA star Chris Long, who went under the name "Solid" in the promotion, was shot and killed last night in Shooter Alley on Buford Highway just outside of Atlanta, Georgia. Long, who worked security for a strip club, tossed out three men earlier in the night. The men returned and specifically targeted Long. Long was 33 and is survived by his wife and two children...More?
October 26, 2010
Lucha Libre USA Returning to MTV2 and Announces Permanent TV Taping Location
Following its successful debut season, Lucha Libre USA announces that it will film Season 2 of its Masked Warriors television series at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Albuquerque, NM for later broadcast on MTV 2 and Tr3s.
The new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino will host the second season of Lucha Libre USA Masked Warriors from December through June. “We are thrilled to bring some of Mexican Wrestling’s most infamous characters to our venue. The outlandish plots and spectacular physicality appeals to a huge fan base and we are excited to bring this type of sport to New Mexico,” says Cassie Rakoczy, Marketing Director at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Albuquerque...More?
October 25, 2010
October 21, 2010
Lucha VaVOOM are Bringing their Mexican Wrestling Show on the Road
If you are a fan of American wrestling, which has devolved into little more than testosterone-driven, male-approved soap operas, then have I got a hot tip for you, dear reader. Leave the WWE and Vince McMahon in the rear view and take a gander a Lucha VaVOOM.
What is Lucha VaVOOM, you are wondering? I will tell you. Lucha VaVOOM is a non-stop, action-packed scream-a-thon where Mexican masked wrestlers flip and fly, performing acrobatic feats as lovably absurd characters with names like Dirty Sanchez, Chupacabra and Shamu Jr. If this is not enough to get your ass off that comfy couch, complete with butt groove, then perhaps more information might entice you!
In between matches, the finest handpicked burlesque acts from around the world delight the crowds because the folks at Lucha VaVOOM like a little sexo with their violencia! Go here http://www.vimeo.com/14505616 to watch the promo video for the upcoming Halloween shows at LA's Mayan Theater, October 27 and 28. Don't say I didn't warn you, though. Enjoy...More?
source: artistdirect.com
