Full Breakdown
Rey Mysterio Named General Manager of AAA Amidst Turbulent Night
5/24/2026, 12:13:55 PM
Announcement and Immediate Action
During the live broadcast from Mexico City on Saturday, May 23, 2026, AAA President Marisela Peña announced former WWE star Rey Mysterio Jr. as the promotion’s new General Manager. The segment was followed by an AAA World Cruiserweight Championship match in which champion Laredo Kid retained against Rey Fenix after a low-blow and pinfall.
Background and Upcoming Noche de los Grandes
The show aired on Fox in Latin America and streamed worldwide at 10 p.m. ET. It served as a pre-show for the two-week “Noche de los Grandes” series beginning the following week, featuring a six-woman tag match, a AAA Tag Team Championship bout, and a mask-vs-mask clash between Real El Grande and Original El Grande.
Key Figures
Rey Mysterio Jr. (new GM), Marisela Peña (President), Dorian Roldán (senior executive), Laredo Kid (Cruiserweight champion), Rey Fenix (challenger), The Creed Brothers (Los Hermanos Americanos), Los Americanos (Rayo, Bravo), Real El Grande and Original El Grande (mask-vs-mask rivals).
In-Ring Incidents
Laredo Kid defeated Rey Fenix after feigning injury, delivering a low-blow while the referee was distracted, and pinning him. The tag match between Los Hermanos Americanos and Los Americanos ended in a no-contest after Real El Grande and Original El Grande intervened, breaking a pre-match no-touch rule.
Official Statements & Responses
Marisela Peña praised the new GM as a “visionary and a leader” who “understands the heart of wrestling.” Rey Mysterio expressed disappointment in Laredo Kid’s tactics, promised Rey Fenix another title shot at Noche de los Grandes, and confirmed the mask-vs-mask match will proceed. Dorian Roldán voiced disgust at the appointment and said he intends to elevate the company.
Criticism & Opposition
Roldán’s visible fury signaled internal opposition to the GM choice. Viewers also noted confusion during the Creeds vs. Creedos segment, where identical costumes made the action difficult to follow. The segment’s switch-eroo was called “a nightmare” by commentators.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
One source described Roldán smiling and bowing, suggesting acceptance, while another reported his fury and disgust. No clarification was offered on which reaction reflects his true stance.
Verbatim Quotes
- “As Peña took to the microphone to announce the new GM, she said: The new general manager is a visionary and a leader.” — Marisela Peña, President
- “He understands the heart of wrestling.” — Marisela Peña, President
- “He said that OG will never beat him because he doesn’t understand Mexican wrestling.” — Real El Grande
Data & Statistics
- Broadcast date: May 23, 2026.
- Air time: 10 p.m. ET on Fox (Latin America) and digital platforms.
- Cruiserweight title: Laredo Kid retained over Rey Fenix (pinfall).
- Tag match: No-contest due to interference.
- Noche de los Grandes: Two-week event starting the following week.
What’s Next
Noche de los Grandes will open with a six-woman tag match, a AAA Tag Team Championship defense, and the mask-vs-mask bout between Real El Grande and Original El Grande, slated for the final night. Rey Mysterio has also scheduled a Cruiserweight title rematch, giving Rey Fenix another chance at Laredo Kid.
