Three AAA Stars to Watch at Worlds Collide 2025
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WWE’s partnership with—and soon-to-be acquisition of—AAA kicks off this weekend with Worlds Collide 2025. As the name suggests, the event will feature inter-promotional matchups, with five bouts scheduled between WWE and AAA talent. Here’s a look at three AAA stars you need to know ahead of the big event:
El Hijo Del Vikingo
Undoubtedly the most heavily promoted AAA name by WWE, El Hijo del Vikingo recently captured the AAA Mega Championship from Alberto El Patrón. He’s now set to defend the title at Worlds Collide against none other than Chad Gable. Vikingo has become one of the most buzzed-about names to come out of Mexico in recent years. Probably because of his jaw-dropping, high-flying lucha libre style that’s entirely his own. Watch a Vikingo match, and you’re almost guaranteed to witness something you’ve never seen before.
He’s no stranger to American audiences either, having appeared on AEW and TNA television. His five-star classic with Kenny Omega on the March 22, 2023 episode of AEW Dynamite was a breakout moment. It earned widespread acclaim and putting a global spotlight on his unique abilities.
Since WWE’s partnership with AAA began, Vikingo has clearly been positioned as a marquee attraction. He even made an appearance during WrestleMania weekend, getting into a ringside altercation with El Grande Americano—teasing a potential future showdown. But before that can happen, it’s Chad Gable who officially welcomes him to WWE in what could be an instant classic.
That said, Vikingo’s journey in 2025 hasn’t been without concern. He’s battled a string of knee injuries, raising questions about whether it’s time to adjust his risk-heavy in-ring style. WWE could offer him the opportunity to evolve—trading some of the danger for longevity. It remains to be seen how he’ll adapt. But one thing is certain: Vikingo is one of the most exciting and anticipated signings WWE has made in years. Expect plenty of eyes on the electrifying star from Puebla.
El Hijo de Dr Wagner Jr.
A third-generation superstar, El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. arrives in WWE via AAA with an elite pedigree. He recently reigned as GHC Heavyweight Champion in Pro Wrestling NOAH, where he was one of the promotion’s top stars. Standing 6’1” and weighing 229 pounds, he’s noticeably larger than many luchadors American audiences are used to seeing. His blend of lucha libre roots, imposing size, and hard-hitting strong style—honed in Japan—makes him a truly unique threat in WWE.
WWE initially offered him a deal in January as his five-year run with NOAH was coming to an end. Talks stalled when Wagner declined to unmask—a condition WWE reportedly pushed for. He later admitted in an interview that he was young and believed the opportunity would come again eventually. It just came sooner than expected. Now part of WWE through their AAA partnership, whether he’ll keep the mask remains to be seen. It’s definitely a storyline worth watching.
Regardless of what happens with the rest of the AAA roster, Wagner Jr. feels like a lock for WWE’s main roster. At Worlds Collide, he teams with Psycho Clown and Pagano to take on Legado Del Fantasma in what should be a wild trios match.
Laredo Kid
Laredo Kid is a name many U.S. wrestling fans will already recognize. A standout performer from AAA, he’s now looking to make an immediate impact on a bigger stage.
He’ll have the perfect opportunity to do just that at Worlds Collide, where he’ll compete for the NXT North American Championship. Sharing the ring with champion Ethan Page, Je’Von Evans, and Rey Fenix, this match has all the ingredients to steal the show.
A glance at his Cagematch profile reveals just how active he’s been. Laredo Kid has already wrestled 37 matches in 2025 alone, splitting time between AAA and TNA. He’s also appeared for top U.S. indies like PWG, DEFY, Wrestling Revolver, and GCW, proving he’s one of the hardest-working talents in the game.
TNA has served as his American home since 2017 (excluding a brief break from 2019 to 2021), during which he made appearances for AEW and MLW. With that experience, American television is nothing new to him. In fact, WWE was likely well aware of him through their ongoing partnership with TNA. Just this past February, he faced Wes Lee on Impact, and he wrestled for the company as recently as last week. His Worlds Collide appearance likely won’t be a one-off.
A 20-year veteran who takes his ring name from his hometown of Nuevo Laredo, Laredo Kid has remained at the top of his game. Early-career injuries may have delayed his international breakout, but his talent has always been undeniable. In a constantly evolving industry, he’s proven his style can stand the test of time. It’s exciting—and long overdue—to see him finally get the spotlight his skill set demands.
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