Triplemania 34: Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide’s Historic US Event

September marks a significant milestone for Lucha Libre as AAA Worldwide, commonly known as AAA, hosts Triplemania 34 in the United States for the first time. This premier event unfolds over two nights, showcasing top-tier pro wrestling talents.

Night 1 in Las Vegas

The first night is set at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Fans can expect to see top performances from regular AAA talents alongside some familiar faces from WWE programming. This event promises to be a thrilling spectacle for wrestling enthusiasts.

Night 2 in Mexico City

Following the Las Vegas showcase, the event continues at Arena CDMX in Mexico City, bringing together an array of stars. Performers who resonate with AAA’s style will be spotlighted, ensuring a dynamic encounter for the audience.

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Mr. Iguana and Psycho Clown were spotted at SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on August 3, 2025, indicating the event’s appeal across different wrestling platforms.

Understanding Triplemania

For those unfamiliar with AAA, commentator Corey Graves recently compared Lucha Libre’s vibrant style to the Savannah Bananas. Despite the distinctions from WWE’s offerings, Lucha Libre maintains its core of color and action. According to Graves, AAA can be likened to the Savannah Bananas in baseball, offering a distinct yet exhilarating experience.

Graves emphasized the focus on moments and memories over traditional sports metrics. He noted AAA’s ability to captivate even those unaware of Lucha Libre’s rich Mexican heritage.

Lucha Libre’s Impact

Graves pointed out the immense interest that led to a venue change from Luxor Hotel to MGM Grand Garden Arena. He expressed optimism that AAA is gaining traction among English-speaking audiences, accessible via YouTube on Saturday nights.

“There’s incredible things. It’s about moments. It’s about memories.”

The appeal of Lucha Libre lies in its visual pageantry—the masks, the costumes, and distinct character dynamics.

Triplemania Duel Highlights

Night 1 features a match between Rey Mysterio and Omos. Dominik Mysterio and El Grande Americano will lend support to their respective corners. A significant bout on Night 2 includes Mysterio defending the AAA Mega Championship against El Grande Americano.

Match Cards

• Night 1: Dave the Clown, Murder Clown, and Panic Clown (c) vs. Daga, Angel, and Berto for the AAA World Trios Championship.
• Roxanne Perez vs. Faby Apache vs. Nattie vs. La Hiedra for a shot at the AAA Reina De Reinas Championship.
• Cruz Del Toro and Joaquin Wilde vs. Rayo Americano and Bravo Americano vs. Kento and Nobu San vs. Nathan Frazer and Axiom in an elimination tag team match.
• La Parka (c) vs. Laredo Kid vs. Mr. Iguana for the AAA Latin American Championship.
• Adelicious, Mini Vikingo, and Mascarita Sagrada vs. Lady Shani, Jack Cartwheel, and Mini Abismo Negro in a mixed Relevos Australianos match.

• Night 2: Rey Fenix or Ricky Saints (c) vs. Jack Cartwheel vs. Mini Vikingo vs. Nathan Frazer for the AAA World Cruiserweight Championship.
• Flammer (c) vs. La Catalina for the AAA Reinas de Reinas Championship.
• 15-man Copa Bardahl.
• Erik and Ivar (c) vs. Damian Priest and R-Truth vs. TBA for the AAA World Tag Team Championship.
• El Carnicero vs. Psycho Clown in a Mexican Street Fight.

Both nights of Triplemania 34 are available for streaming on YouTube. Ryan Gaydos serves as a senior editor for Fox News Digital.