Impact to join AAA in their landmark show at Hulu Theatre.
Impact Wrestling have announced that they will be working alongside Mexican promotion AAA Lucha Libre for their show in New York City on September 15th.
On the eve of Mexican Independence Day, Impact and AAA will host ‘Lucha Invades NY’ at the Hulu Theatre inside Madison Square Garden.
Ed Nordholm, Chief Corporate Officer of Anthem Sports & Entertainment and president of IMPACT Wrestling said on the deal:
“IMPACT Wrestling and Lucha Libre AAA have been strong partners for many years and this event marks a significant milestone in our collaboration to bring fans dream matches featuring the best international talent from both organizations. For over 50 years, Madison Square Garden has hosted some of the biggest events in the world. It is an honor to team up with Lucha Libre AAA for this monumental show to present the best of Mexican professional wrestling in this legendary venue.”
Lucha Invades NY will feature former two-time UFC Heavyweight Champion Cain Velasquez, as he competes in his second-ever professional wrestling bout. Alongside Velasquez, AAA Reina de Reinas Champion and IMPACT Wrestling star Tessa Blanchard will defend her title against former Reina de Reinas Champion and current IMPACT Knockouts Champion Taya Valkyrie, while Mexican legends Blue Demon Jr. and Rey Wagner will face one another in a grudge match.
AAA Lucha Libre Director General Dorian Roldán spoke on the partnership, saying;
“We are thrilled to bring the most popular Lucha Libre legends to fans in the Hulu Theater at MSG. The Hulu Theater seating offers our fans the kind of exciting, personal experience they expect from AAA.”