The Arena Mexico became the scene of an unexpected and electrifying surprise when the renowned fighter Chris Jericho made a shocking appearance. During a fight in which Místico, Volador Jr., and Esfinge faced Averno, Ángel de Oro and Euforia, a mysterious masked man, wearing the characteristic mask of the ‘King of Silver and Gold’, burst into the ring. This unexpected intruder not only attacked Místico, but left him lying down after applying a powerful blow to him. ‘Decoder’.
The public attending the Coloso de la Colonia Doctores reacted with boos towards the mysterious fighter, who after causing chaos revealed his identity: Chris Jericho. Jericho’s theme song echoed throughout the arena as He took the microphone to proclaim himself as ‘Corazón de León’ – his former name on the Mexican circuit – and contemptuously call Mystic ‘Mouse Heart’.
“Lionheart is back,” declared Jericho with a mix of nostalgia and defiance. This provocative act revived the memories of fans who had followed his career since his beginnings in Mexico.
Chris Jericho, known for his international career in companies such as AEW, WWE, and WCW, has a deep history with Mexican wrestling. His career took off in Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) in the late 1990s. 1992 under the direction of Paco Alonso Lutteroth. In Mexico, Jericho adopted the name ‘Lionheart’ and quickly won the hearts of fans.
During his stay in CMLL, Jericho managed to win the NWA Middleweight Championship, his only title in Mexico. His time in the country left an indelible mark, cementing his reputation before returning to the United States, where he continued his rise in the wrestling scene, passing through promotions such as ECW and WCW before establishing himself as a global star.
Jericho’s return to Arena México not only marked a moment of nostalgia, but also a reminder of the impact he had and continues to have on wrestling. His attack on Místico, in the midst of celebrating the fighter’s 20-year career, adds another chapter to his legendary career, full of intense rivalries and surprises that keep fans on the edge of their seats.
“This is just the beginning,” Jericho warned, making it clear that his return to Mexico could bring more surprises and confrontations in the future. With these words, the expectation and excitement in the Cathedral of Wrestling are at an all-time high, awaiting the veteran wrestler’s next move.
