El Grande Americano Triumphs in Mask vs. Mask Match at Noche de Los Grandes
AAA’s Noche de Los Grandes delivered on its promise of high-stakes action, culminating in a dramatic Mask vs.
Mask main event where El Grande Americano emerged victorious over the Original Grande Americano.
The event, held in Monterrey, Mexico, saw fans passionately support their adopted hero throughout the night.
In the highly anticipated main event, El Grande Americano defeated the Original Grande Americano in a bloody Mask vs.
Mask match.
Following the loss, the Original Grande Americano unmasked to reveal himself as Chad Gable, a reveal that surprised few but was followed by a moment of humility from Gable.
He acknowledged the strength of the "Mexican spirit" that night, admitting he could not overcome it.
This victory solidifies El Grande Americano's status as a symbol of national pride, transforming a gimmick into a celebration of Mexican culture.
Chad Gable faced not only El Grande Americano but also the fervent crowd of Arena Monterrey.
Despite assistance from Los Credos, Gable was outnumbered, with Grande’s allies Rayo and Bravo evening the odds.
Pimpinela Escarlata also intervened, striking Gable with a guitar, while Andrea Bazarte, Grande’s girlfriend and an AAA announcer, led a supportive chant from the crowd.
Ultimately, El Grande Americano secured the win with an Aztec Headbutt, leading to an outpouring of jubilation from the Monterrey audience.
Post-match, animosity between the competitors gave way to respect, with the crowd chanting "Gable!
Gable!" as he vowed to return.
El Grande Americano celebrated his victory with his friends, girlfriend, and the fans, cementing his position as the sole "El Grande Americano."
## Other Championship Bouts
The event also featured other significant title changes.
The War Raiders, Erik and Ivar, conquered Mexico by defeating Psycho Clown and Pagano to claim the AAA Tag Team Championship.
This adds the AAA title to their impressive resume, which already includes WWE, NXT, IWGP, and ROH tag titles.
The match saw Pagano and Psycho Clown's partnership unravel, leading to the Raiders' decisive victory.
Earlier in the night, Rey Fenix captured the AAA World Cruiserweight Championship from Laredo Kid in a dynamic opening match.
The contest was marked by false finishes and brilliant counters, with Fenix ultimately capitalizing on Laredo Kid's own tactic of exposing a turnbuckle.
The crowd was highly engaged from start to finish, erupting when Fenix secured the pinfall.
In another championship match, El Hijo del Vikingo defeated El Hijo de Dr.
Wagner Jr.
for the AAA Latin American Championship.
This match was characterized by outside interference from Omos, Wagner’s brother Galeno, and Mini Vikingo.
Despite the controversial finish, Vikingo snapped a three-month losing streak, setting the stage for potential rematches and renewed rivalries.
Key points
- El Grande Americano defeated the Original Grande Americano, revealed as Chad Gable, in a Mask vs. Mask match at AAA’s Noche de Los Grandes.
- The War Raiders, Erik and Ivar, won the AAA Tag Team Championship by defeating Psycho Clown and Pagano.
- Rey Fenix captured the AAA World Cruiserweight Championship from Laredo Kid in the opening match of the event.