Last Updated on: 26th April 2016, 11:52 am
I’m not sure what’s behind the Fight Network adding all this wrestling lately, but I certainly approve. It’ll be nice to have some AAA and CMLL available around here. It’ll hopefully make it easier to follow what’s going on in Mexico.
Fight Network to Debut Weekly CMLL Wrestling Series on Cinco de Mayo
Toronto – Fight Network, the world’s premier 24/7 multi-platform channel dedicated to complete coverage of combat sports, announced today a multi-year deal with Mexico-based CMLL Wrestling for a weekly series to air on Thursday nights across Canada.
CMLL Wrestling premieres on Cinco de Mayo, Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 9 p.m. ET. The weekly episodic program will debut in the same timeslot every week.
Founded in 1933, the Mexico City-based promotion is characterized by ‘Enmascarados’ who fling themselves from the top ropes and dart about the ring in colourful masks. Lucha libre emphasizes action over dialogue, providing rapid sequences of holds and manouevres, feats of ‘derring-do’ and the level of athleticism required to be a ‘luchador.’ CMLL helped launch the global cruiserweight division, spawning the careers of some of Mexico’s greatest stars. The weekly show features Atlantis, Ultimo Guerrero, Rush, Mascara Dorada and many more.
“The demand for a weekly CMLL Wrestling series in Canada speaks volumes about the dedicated professional wrestling fan base across the country,” said Chad Midgley, VP of Fight Network. “The product is consistent with the high quality viewers have come to expect from Fight Network, and what better day to launch the series than Cinco de Mayo, a celebration rooted in Mexican tradition.”
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