The Aftermath: What’s Next for Chad Gable & El Grande Americano
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We witnessed something special at Arena Monterrey in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico. AAA’s Noche de Los Grandes delivered in a major way, headlined by a Mask vs. Mask showdown between El Grande Americano and the Original El Grande Americano.
The stakes were simple, but powerful. Determine who the “real” El Grande Americano is—and unmask the loser. What followed was nothing short of amazing.
The match exceeded expectations, earning rave reviews across the board. It quickly generated massive buzz, reportedly drawing over 2 million views, with even mainstream outlets highlighting its impact. WWE clearly recognized the moment as well, airing an encore presentation following Monday Night RAW on Netflix, a rare stamp of approval that speaks volumes.
Fans and wrestlers alike have been buzzing ever since. But now that the dust has settled, and Chad Gable has been revealed as the man behind the Original El Grande Americano, the real question emerges. What comes next?
Because as great as the match was, this is where the real work begins.
El Grande Americano: Time to Cement a Star
For the victor, the path forward couldn’t be clearer. El Grande Americano is, without question, one of the most over acts in AAA right now. The connection with the Mexican audience is undeniable. They’ve embraced him as one of their own.
Now it’s time to capitalize. The next logical step is a collision with AAA Mega Champion Dominik Mysterio. Simply put, there’s no bigger or more meaningful direction. El Grande has momentum, credibility, and fan backing, everything you want in a top champion. And the timing couldn’t be better.
TripleMania 34 looms in September, set to be a historic two-night event spanning both the United States and Mexico. Night two, in front of that passionate Mexican crowd, feels like the perfect stage to crown El Grande Americano as champion. The blueprint writes itself: a slow-burn build, escalating tension with Dominik Mysterio, and a defining moment under the brightest lights.
AAA has lightning in a bottle here. All they have to do is pull the trigger.
Chad Gable: From Revelation to Redemption
For the loser, things get more complex, but arguably more interesting. Chad Gable is once again unmasked, back to being himself. But, this isn’t a step backward. If anything, he’s more relevant now than he’s ever been. The concern, of course, is familiar. Does he return to WWE programming only to get lost in the shuffle? That cannot happen.
Gable has built genuine momentum through this storyline, and WWE would be making a massive mistake not to follow up in a meaningful way. Fortunately, the solution is staring them right in the face. SummerSlam 2026. A two-night event on August 1st and 2nd, taking place in Gable’s home state of Minnesota. The pieces are already falling into place.
Now consider this. The current Intercontinental Champion is Penta, a luchador deeply tied to Gable’s journey. This rivalry didn’t start yesterday. It traces back to early 2025, when Gable became obsessed with dismantling the “ridiculousness” of lucha libre. That obsession led him to Mexico, and ultimately gave birth to El Grande Americano.
Now, over a year later, the story can come full circle. Gable vs. Penta in Minnesota at SummerSlam for the Intercontinental Championship. A victory here wouldn’t just give Gable his first true singles championship in WWE, it would validate the entire arc. From doubt, to obsession, to transformation, and finally to triumph.
Picture it: Chad Gable standing tall, championship in hand, in front of his hometown crowd. It’s the kind of moment fans rally behind and hopefully turns respect into genuine stardom.
The Bottom Line
WWE and AAA don’t just have a great match on their hands, they have two breakout stars. El Grande Americano is ready to be crowned and Chad Gable is ready to be elevated.
The hard part is already done, the audience is invested, the story has depth and momentum is high. Now, it’s simple. Don’t overthink it. Don’t overcomplicate it, just follow through. Because if they get this right, this won’t just be remembered as a great match, it’ll be remembered as the moment two stars were truly made.
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