AAA Lucha Libre World Cup 2024 Returns with New Premium Live Event Format

The fifth edition of the tournament will take place on May 30 in Monterrey, Mexico.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 6:03pm

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Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide is bringing back the Lucha Libre World Cup, a tournament that pits teams of three wrestlers against each other in a single-elimination contest. This year's event is significant as it's being presented as a Premium Live Event (PLE), a departure from traditional television tapings. The shift reflects a growing trend in professional wrestling to elevate specific events to a higher tier of presentation and global distribution.

Why it matters

The Lucha Libre World Cup's return is happening alongside a strengthened alliance between AAA and WWE. This partnership is influencing AAA's event strategy, with the PLE designation being a direct result of this collaboration. The alliance aims to broaden the reach of both promotions and introduce their respective talent to new audiences.

The details

The fifth edition of the Lucha Libre World Cup is scheduled for Saturday, May 30, at Arena Monterrey in Monterrey, Mexico. Traditionally, the World Cup features both men's and women's teams. In 2023, Team Mexico (Black Taurus, Penta, and Laredo Kid) won the men's tournament, while Team USA (Deonna Purrazzo, Kamille, and Jordynne Grace) claimed victory on the women's side.

  • The Lucha Libre World Cup is scheduled for Saturday, May 30, 2026.
  • Leading up to the World Cup, AAA will host Rey de Reyes on Saturday.

The players

Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide

A professional wrestling promotion based in Mexico that is bringing back the Lucha Libre World Cup.

WWE

A professional wrestling promotion that has a strengthened alliance with AAA, influencing the event strategy for the Lucha Libre World Cup.

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What’s next

The outcome of the Rey de Reyes main event between Dominik Mysterio and El Hijo del Vikingo carries significant stakes, as Mysterio must retain the AAA Mega Championship to avoid a permanent departure from AAA if he loses.

The takeaway

The convergence of AAA and WWE, coupled with the adoption of the PLE format, signals a new era for Lucha Libre, with increased cross-promotional events, expansion of Premium Live Events, growth in international markets, and a greater focus on digital streaming platforms.