CMLL Makes U.S. Debut at Las Vegas Slam Fest

Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) is poised to make its historic debut with its first-ever standalone U.S. show during Slam Fest in Las Vegas. This significant event will take place at the Palms Casino Resort, marking a new chapter for the Mexico-based promotion which has primarily held joint shows in the U.S. for over 90 years.

Persephone, a prominent competitor in CMLL's women's division and an El Paso, Texas native, shared her enthusiasm for participating in this groundbreaking show. She emphasized the importance of CMLL's presence at Slam Fest, a major wrestling event that brings together promotions from around the globe. This U.S. appearance is seen as a crucial step in CMLL's international growth, aiming to introduce its unique Lucha Libre style to a broader audience.

The festivities for Slam Fest are scheduled from April 15-18 in Las Vegas. The event will showcase a variety of wrestling styles through collaborations with international promotions such as Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling, House of Glory, and World Wonder Ring Stardom. Persephone also reflected on her upcoming championship match against Mercedes Moné, drawing parallels to Moné's own rise in the wrestling world and highlighting the strategic acumen required in wrestling.

Additionally, CMLL's ventures into international markets and collaborations with other wrestling companies are seen as beneficial for both the athletes and the fans. Persephone noted that these partnerships allow wrestlers to explore different territories and blend styles, while fans gain broader exposure to diverse wrestling forms. The praise from AEW co-founder Tony Khan further underscores Persephone's growing influence and potential in the professional wrestling landscape.