WWE star Chad Gable said in an interview with TVN Chile that he reflected on his recent mask-vs-mask match in Mexico and the company's upcoming South America tour.

The interview highlights the growing intersection of American professional wrestling and traditional Mexican lucha libre, marking a significant cultural moment for the industry.

Gable, who is also known as El Grande Americano Original, sat for the exclusive interview in June 2026 [1]. During the conversation, he shared his impressions of the high-stakes match that took place in Monterrey, Mexico [2].

The contest has already garnered significant critical acclaim. Reports indicate the mask-vs-mask bout received a rating of 5.75 stars [3], making it one of the highest-rated matches in recent history.

In the match, Gable was unmasked in front of the crowd in Monterrey [2]. This outcome carries heavy weight in the tradition of lucha libre, where the mask represents a wrestler's primary identity, and honor.

Gable said to TVN Chile that the loss had cultural significance and that he holds respect for the tradition. He also used the interview to promote the WWE South America tour, signaling the promotion's intent to expand its footprint in the region.

The match and subsequent reporting were publicized around June 5, 2026 [3]. Gable's transition between his WWE persona and the El Grande Americano Original character serves as a bridge between different wrestling styles, blending technical American wrestling with the acrobatic nature of Mexican lucha libre.

“The mask-vs-mask bout received a rating of 5.75 stars.”

The high rating and cultural crossover of this match indicate a strategic push by WWE to integrate more deeply with Latin American wrestling traditions. By participating in a mask-vs-mask stipulation—the most prestigious match type in Mexico—and subsequently promoting a South American tour, WWE is leveraging local customs to build brand loyalty and athlete prestige in a key emerging market.