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AAA TripleMania 34 Night 1: Omos Reinstated, SmackDown Sees Title Change, and Samantha Irvin Nears Return
The first AAA TripleManía held in the United States since 1996 went off in style on Friday, September 11, 2026, when the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas pulsed with the roar of a 6,500‑strong crowd—just over half the venue’s capacity. The weekend marked a milestone for the promotion, which has been working with WWE since 2025, and the event’s two‑night format continued AAA’s tradition of delivering a blockbuster lineup.
The main event delivered the headline payoff: Lucha Libre AAA General Manager Rey Mysterio faced WWE‑signed giant Omos. The bout carried a stipulation that a victory would restore Omos’s AAA status after a prior ban. Omos secured the win, cementing his place in AAA for the rest of the year and adding a high‑stakes twist to the night.
The opening match set the tone, with veteran La Parka defending the AAA Latin American Championship in a triple‑threat against Laredo Kid and Mr. Iguana. After a hard‑fought contest that showcased La Parka’s experience, he retained the title, keeping the title picture intact.
AAA’s trios division also found a new champion. Los Perros del Mal—Daga, Berto, and Angel Garza—outmatched Dave the Clown, Murder Clown, and Panic Clown to capture the AAA World Trios title, adding fresh momentum to the promotion’s most popular division.
The card also featured several high‑profile bouts. A four‑way elimination showdown saw Cruz del Toro, Joaquin Wilde, Rayo, Bravo, Fraxiom, Kendo, and Nobu San battle for supremacy. In the mini‑lucha division, Mini Vikingo, Mascarita Sagrada, and Aerolicious faced Jack Cartwheel, Mini Abismo Negro, and Lady Shani in a fast‑paced showcase. A Reina de Reinas qualifying match pitted Nattie, Roxanne Perez, La Hiedra, and Faby Apache against each other; the victor earned a title match scheduled for September 26 in Chicago.
The weekend’s success was underscored by the sold‑out Sunday show at Arena CDMX on September 13, drawing fans from both Mexico and the United States and reinforcing AAA’s growing international reach.
Across the border, WWE’s Friday night SmackDown aired live from Mexico City on the same day. The show’s centerpiece was a title defense between CM Punk and Sami Zayn, with Zayn defeating Punk to capture the WWE Undisputed Championship—a result confirmed by WWE’s official social‑media channels and reported by multiple wrestling news outlets.
In other industry news, former WWE ring announcer Samantha Irvin’s two‑year non‑compete clause—triggered after her departure from WWE in October 2024—is set to expire in October 2026. The clause has been reported by several wrestling‑focused publications and is expected to allow Irvin to return to the business.
The weekend also included other marquee events. Impact Wrestling’s Thursday broadcast featured a match between Moose and Frankie Kazarian, with Moose’s future in the promotion on the line. UFC weigh‑ins in Glendale, Arizona, announced a card that included several title fights, and the UFC’s partnership with Paramount+ for streaming was highlighted.
TripleManía 34’s placement in the United States and its status as the first event under WWE ownership underscore the deepening collaboration between the two promotions. The two‑night structure, a blend of championship bouts and storyline culminations, remains true to AAA’s legacy of large‑scale, multi‑match weekends.
Looking ahead, the AAA Hall of Fame will induct President Marisela Peña during the weekend, and the Reina de Reinas title match in Chicago is scheduled for September 26. WWE’s SmackDown will continue to air on USA Network, and the upcoming All Out pay‑per‑view on September 26 in Chicago is expected to sell out, according to early ticket sales reports.
The weekend’s events highlighted the ongoing partnership between AAA and WWE, the continued evolution of WWE’s flagship shows, and the broader ecosystem of professional wrestling that spans multiple promotions and continents. As the industry moves toward the next season, fans can anticipate further cross‑promotion appearances and the potential return of former WWE talent such as Samantha Irvin.
The main event delivered the headline payoff: Lucha Libre AAA General Manager Rey Mysterio faced WWE‑signed giant Omos. The bout carried a stipulation that a victory would restore Omos’s AAA status after a prior ban. Omos secured the win, cementing his place in AAA for the rest of the year and adding a high‑stakes twist to the night.
The opening match set the tone, with veteran La Parka defending the AAA Latin American Championship in a triple‑threat against Laredo Kid and Mr. Iguana. After a hard‑fought contest that showcased La Parka’s experience, he retained the title, keeping the title picture intact.
AAA’s trios division also found a new champion. Los Perros del Mal—Daga, Berto, and Angel Garza—outmatched Dave the Clown, Murder Clown, and Panic Clown to capture the AAA World Trios title, adding fresh momentum to the promotion’s most popular division.
The card also featured several high‑profile bouts. A four‑way elimination showdown saw Cruz del Toro, Joaquin Wilde, Rayo, Bravo, Fraxiom, Kendo, and Nobu San battle for supremacy. In the mini‑lucha division, Mini Vikingo, Mascarita Sagrada, and Aerolicious faced Jack Cartwheel, Mini Abismo Negro, and Lady Shani in a fast‑paced showcase. A Reina de Reinas qualifying match pitted Nattie, Roxanne Perez, La Hiedra, and Faby Apache against each other; the victor earned a title match scheduled for September 26 in Chicago.
The weekend’s success was underscored by the sold‑out Sunday show at Arena CDMX on September 13, drawing fans from both Mexico and the United States and reinforcing AAA’s growing international reach.
Across the border, WWE’s Friday night SmackDown aired live from Mexico City on the same day. The show’s centerpiece was a title defense between CM Punk and Sami Zayn, with Zayn defeating Punk to capture the WWE Undisputed Championship—a result confirmed by WWE’s official social‑media channels and reported by multiple wrestling news outlets.
In other industry news, former WWE ring announcer Samantha Irvin’s two‑year non‑compete clause—triggered after her departure from WWE in October 2024—is set to expire in October 2026. The clause has been reported by several wrestling‑focused publications and is expected to allow Irvin to return to the business.
The weekend also included other marquee events. Impact Wrestling’s Thursday broadcast featured a match between Moose and Frankie Kazarian, with Moose’s future in the promotion on the line. UFC weigh‑ins in Glendale, Arizona, announced a card that included several title fights, and the UFC’s partnership with Paramount+ for streaming was highlighted.
TripleManía 34’s placement in the United States and its status as the first event under WWE ownership underscore the deepening collaboration between the two promotions. The two‑night structure, a blend of championship bouts and storyline culminations, remains true to AAA’s legacy of large‑scale, multi‑match weekends.
Looking ahead, the AAA Hall of Fame will induct President Marisela Peña during the weekend, and the Reina de Reinas title match in Chicago is scheduled for September 26. WWE’s SmackDown will continue to air on USA Network, and the upcoming All Out pay‑per‑view on September 26 in Chicago is expected to sell out, according to early ticket sales reports.
The weekend’s events highlighted the ongoing partnership between AAA and WWE, the continued evolution of WWE’s flagship shows, and the broader ecosystem of professional wrestling that spans multiple promotions and continents. As the industry moves toward the next season, fans can anticipate further cross‑promotion appearances and the potential return of former WWE talent such as Samantha Irvin.
