Tag: Lucha Underground

Lucha Underground’s Sexy Star Embodies Women’s Revolution in Wrestling

Source: Forbes.com – Donald Wood

During the May 4 episode of Lucha Underground, the El Rey Network’s flagship show was the home to a match of the year contender when Sexy Star took on Mariposa in a ‘No Mas’ bout.

Sexy Star won the lucha version of an ‘I Quit’ match, but the moment was about so much more than a simple victory. During the course of the brutal battle, Sexy Star cemented her spot as one of the top stars in Lucha Underground and the embodiment of a true women’s wrestling revolution.

The Lucha Underground brand is looking to continue its growth, and one of the cornerstones which the company appears to be building around is Sexy Star. Wrestlers like Mil Muertes, Rey Mysterio, Prince Puma and others also have the potential to be marketable faces for Lucha Underground, but Sexy Star has the ability to transcend wrestling and become one of the most mainstream marketable wrestlers on the roster.

 “The prize for my arduous sacrifice and passion is that Lucha Underground as a company and organization believes in me,” Sexy Star said. “I feel extremely proud of that because it also means they believe in women’s wrestling, and I will never fail them in that aspect. Contrary to men, when a woman decides to never fail, she does not disappoint. Lucha Underground believes in the power of women, in a power that goes well beyond physical beauty and that makes me feel even prouder to be considered as central character and top talent within the company.”

As arguably the strongest female character in the wrestling business today, Sexy Star is a marketing goldmine for Lucha Underground. With a recognizable mask which could become a stable of her character just as it has for Mysterio, a catchy name that stays true to her lucha background and a genuine appeal to men, women and children, Sexy Star has the potential to be a top merchandise seller and one of the few wrestlers outside WWE who can transcend wrestling into mainstream media.

While it would be easy for Sexy Star to rest on her laurels now that she has become one of the elite talents in Lucha Underground, her match against Mariposa proved she is one of the most gifted performers in the company. Sexy Star is a proficient wrestler, but it is her ability to tell a convincing story in the ring and get the fans emotionally invested that separates her from other performers.

Check out this incredible Sexy Star vs. Mariposa – No Mas Match:

 

Rey Mysterio Chats Live With HuffPost Entertainment About Lucha Underground

Source: HuffPost Entertainment

Rey Mysterio chats with HuffPost’s Caroline Modarressy-Tehrani about the wrestling franchise Lucha Underground.

Matanza Cueto Vein-Slicing Match Re-Taped (Without Glass Punching)

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

The match that caused Matanza Cueto to receive multiple stitches after slicing open a vein will never be aired on television … Pro Wrestling Sheet has learned a new one was taped in it’s place.

Lucha Underground sources say the wrestler’s only got through a third of their match last month in The Temple before Matanza was injured, so a re-shoot was needed.

The new match was filmed on Saturday, with many of the same spots used, only this time no glass was included — which was probably best for everyone.

As we previously reported, the wrestler only had to miss a short amount of ring time.

Lucha Underground Preview: 5/11/16

THE CASKET MATCH RETURNS

TUNE IN FOR AN ALL NEW EPISODE OF ‘LUCHA UNDERGROUND’

WEDNESDAY, MAY 11th AT 8:00 PM ET/PT ON EL REY NETWORK

 

In the newest episode of “Lucha Underground,” Mil Muertes goes to war with the Monster Matanza Cueto in an unforgettable battle, while Dario receives some unexpected news. The madness doesn’t stop there since there can only be one winner of the Lucha Underground Championship. The first luchador to place their opponent in a coffin and close the lid, wins! Tune in on Wednesday, May 11th at 8:00pm ET/PT on El Rey Network to witness the action for another explosive week. Don’t miss new one-hour episodes of the lucha libre wrestling series from Emmy Award®-winning producer Mark Burnett Wednesdays at 8:00PM ET/PT.

 

Lucha Underground Preview: 5/4/16

THE TEMPLE’S FIRST EVER “NO MAS” MATCH HITS BOYLE HEIGHTS IN AN ALL NEW EPISODE OF ‘LUCHA UNDERGROUND’
WEDNESDAY, MAY 4th AT 8:00 PM ET/PT ON EL REY NETWORK

For the first time ever in “Lucha Underground” history, Sexy Star battles Mariposa for an Aztec Medallion in a spectacular “No Mas” match. While Catrina confronts Dario Cueto, the remaining highflying luchadors battle it out for the other unclaimed medallions! Tune in Wednesday, May 4th at 8:00pm ET/PT on El Rey Network to witness the action for another explosive week. Don’t miss new one-hour episodes of the lucha libre wrestling series from Emmy Award®-winning producer Mark Burnett Wednesdays at 8:00PM ET/PT.

Lucha Underground Possible Recasting Prince Puma

Source: WrestlingINC

Dave Meltzer noted on this week’s Wrestling Observer Radio that there have been talks of possibly recasting Prince Puma on Lucha Underground in the event that Ricochet leaves the company. It’s also been said that Ricochet was made a large offer to remain there.

Ricochet

Actor Lorenzo Lamas Has Recurring Role On Lucha Underground – No Audition Was Needed

At the end of the last week’s episode of Lucha Underground, actor Lorenzo Lamas appeared as a new character named Councilman Delgado. You may remember Lamas from the Renegade TV series, which aired 110 episodes from 1992-1997.

Pro Wrestling Sheet reports that Lamas didn’t need to audition for his recurring role on Lucha Underground because he became friends with Lucha Undeground Executive Producer Eric Van Wagenen. Lamas became friends with him while working together on The Celebrity Apprentice, in which Van Waganen was a Executive Producer.

Pro Wrestling Sheet sources say behind the scenes officials loved the idea of bringing Lamas on board, mainly because they thought it was cool to add an actor with some sort of name value into the mix.

Lucha Underground Preview: 4/27/16

FOUR TEAMS TAKE IT TO THE RING IN THE NEWEST EPISODE OF ‘LUCHA UNDERGROUND’
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27th AT 8:00 PM ET/PT ON EL REY NETWORK

In an all-new episode of “Lucha Underground,” this Wednesday, April 27th at 8:00PM ET/PT on El Rey Network, Cage faces off with Johnny Mundo in a blood-pumping Steel Cage Match for an Aztec Medallion. While Pentagon Jr. struggles with devastating injuries, four teams compete in the Trios Tournament finals which is sure to be a mind-blowing match for the books! Don’t miss new one-hour episodes of the lucha libre wrestling series from Emmy Award®-winning producer Mark Burnett Wednesdays at 8:00PM ET/PT.

Matanza Cueto Sliced Vein During Match, Multiple Stitches Required

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

Matanza Cueto required multiple stitches following his match Saturday night in Boyle Heights … and it’s all because he sliced a vein while punching a window.

Sources in attendance at the Lucha Underground taping report that Jeff Cobb — the man behind the Matanza mask — punched a window during a hardcore match and began to bleed heavily.

The match was cut short after his injury quickly became apparent and Cobb was taken to a nearby hospital for stitches. Rey Mysterio and Dragon Azteca filled the extra time by running to the ring and beating up PJ Black and Johnny Mundo while backstage officials handled the situation.

Sources report that  Matanza can’t get back in the ring until the stitches come out and he’s been forced to cancel bookings next week. However, he should be good to go by the next LU taping.

WrestleCon Incidents Between Current And Former WWE, GFW, TNA And Lucha Underground Stars

Source: WrestlingINC

According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, there were two incidents at the WrestleCon indie convention in Dallas during WrestleMania 32 weekend – one involving Karen Jarrett and Lucha Underground’s Melissa Santos, the other involving former WWE talent Stacy “The Kat” Carter and Tessa Blanchard, daughter of WWE Hall of Famer Tully Blanchard.

No word on what caused the incident between Tessa, who recently appeared on WWE NXT TV against Nia Jax, and Carter, Jerry Lawler’s ex-wife but it had something to do with Carter telling Tessa she wasn’t showing respect. Word is that the argument would’ve ended in a fight but Tessa’s boyfriend Ricochet stepped in as the peacemaker.

Santos was complaining about not having a chair to sit in and somehow Karen, who was criticized by many in attendance, spat on her, according to The Wrestling Observer Newsletter. This led to an argument and observers thought they were about to come to blows but things calmed down.

There was also a minor incident with Jeff Jarrett and Brian Knobbs. It was said to be a half-hearted incident where Jarrett shoved Knobbs but his balance was so bad that he fell. This led to the hotel putting a security officer in the lobby for the rest of the weekend and a sign about no horseplay.