Wrestling fans were left buzzing after the July 6 edition of “AEW Collision,” where a cryptic vignette showed a man leaping through a portal, revealing a masked figure with the words “loading soon” flashing ominously. Speculations ran wild, with some betting on Ricochet’s rumored AEW debut and others suggesting a new gimmick for a returning Sammy Guevara, who’s been MIA since February.
But AEW CEO Tony Khan has poured some cold water on those high-flying theories, and now, the masked wrestler’s identity appears to be uncovered. Cassidy Haynes of Bodyslam.net broke the news that the enigmatic figure is none other than former AAA star Aramis. The luchador is reportedly set to debut with a brand-new name and persona, possibly a hacker-inspired gimmick. While the exact name and debut date remain shrouded in mystery, lucha libre insider Luchablog has confirmed Aramis as the man behind the mask.
Aramis is no rookie; he’s a seasoned 14-year veteran, having made his debut in 2010. Though primarily based in Mexico with AAA, he’s no stranger to the U.S. wrestling scene. He’s made waves in PWG, MLW, and GCW, and has clinched championships in Warrior Wrestling, International Wrestling Revolution Group, and Gladiadores Azteca de Lucha Libre Internacional. In AAA, he was part of the high-flying Los Jinetes del Aire stable, alongside talents like Laredo Kid and former Mega Champion El Hijo del Vikingo.
With his rich history and high-octane style, Aramis’s AEW debut is highly anticipated. Fans can expect a blend of lucha libre flair and innovative new elements as he steps into the AEW spotlight under his new persona.