AAA’s Triplemania 34 Comes to the United States for the First Time

September is a landmark month for Lucha Libre as Triplemania 34, the premier event for Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide, famously known as AAA, takes place in the United States for the first time. The event is split into two nights. Night 1 will be held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Friday, showcasing top-tier professional wrestling talent. Night 2 is scheduled for Arena CDMX in Mexico City on Sunday.

What to Expect

The show will feature talent from regular AAA programming, with a mix of familiar WWE stars. For fans new to AAA or unfamiliar with Triplemania, Corey Graves, a wrestling commentator, has explained its significance. Graves likens the vibrant and thrilling nature of Lucha Libre to the Savannah Bananas, a unique spectacle within baseball.

“WrestleMania is well-known globally as a massive event. Triplemania, now in its 34th year, represents a cultural touchstone in Mexican professional wrestling, akin to WrestleMania, but unique in style,” Graves shared in an interview.

He emphasized the bright colors, extraordinary action, and rich cultural aspects of Lucha Libre, noting that while influenced by WWE styles, it remains distinct. He compared AAA wrestling to the fun and engaging spectacle of the Savannah Bananas, offering fans a memorable experience without focussing on statistics or records.

Impact and Interest

The decision to host Triplemania in the United States stems from growing interest in Lucha Libre among both Latino and English-speaking audiences. Originally planned for Luxor Hotel, the event moved to MGM Grand Garden Arena due to high demand.

AAA’s content is available for free on YouTube every Saturday night, showcasing the striking visuals, masks, and costumes that define Lucha Libre.

Event Highlights

Night 1’s card features Rey Mysterio, AAA’s general manager, taking on Omos in a match with significant stakes. Omos, accompanied by Dominik Mysterio, will be re-incorporated into AAA if victorious, but shunned if he loses. El Grande Americano will stand alongside Rey Mysterio.

Night 2 promises more thrilling matches, including Rey Mysterio defending the AAA Mega Championship against El Grande Americano. The full match cards for both nights are packed with talent and exciting duels.

Night 1 Matches

• 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 Matches

• 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.

Fans can catch both nights of Triplemania 34 streaming on YouTube. Ryan Gaydos, Senior Editor for Fox News Digital, provides comprehensive coverage.