A New Era for Lucha Libre: Vikingo's Vision of WWE-AAA Synergy
The Collaborative Advantage: A Unified Front in Professional Wrestling
Approximately a year ago, the wrestling world witnessed a significant shift as WWE took over the majority ownership of Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide. This strategic move, according to various analyses, has brought AAA's product more in line with WWE's operational standards, leading to a mix of outcomes. However, El Hijo del Vikingo, a prominent figure in AAA, has consistently voiced strong approval for this transition, sharing his insights in a recent discussion with Denise Salcedo.
Vikingo's Enthusiasm: Boosted Audiences and Personal Growth
Vikingo views this partnership as a mutually beneficial scenario for everyone involved in the company. He enthusiastically notes a surge in audience interest and attendance at events in Mexico, where tickets are rapidly sold out, with many fans eager to witness his performances. He believes this acquisition has successfully broadened the appeal of both WWE and AAA, drawing fans from each promotion to explore the other.
Dreams Realized: Working with Legends and New Challengers
A personal highlight for Vikingo is the opportunity to collaborate with wrestling icons he admired in his youth, such as The Undertaker, who now holds a significant behind-the-scenes role in AAA. Furthermore, the prospect of competing against fresh talent excites him. He cited Dominik Mysterio as an example, although their recent encounter saw Mysterio successfully defend his AAA Mega Championship against Vikingo.
Main Roster Ambitions: Vikingo's Next Career Steps
Looking beyond AAA, Vikingo has set his sights on broader objectives. He explicitly stated his intention to join WWE's main roster, building on his previous inclusion in their video game. He considers this a near-term goal. While he has yet to debut on WWE's main roster, he has participated in past 'Worlds Collide' events, which featured a blend of WWE and AAA talent. Reports earlier this year confirmed that, unlike some of his AAA colleagues, Vikingo is officially under contract with WW
