MLW issued the following, likely revealing the first Opera Cup 2021 competitor:
Filthy flexing to go back-to-back in Opera Cup
The 2020 Opera Cup winner “Filthy” Tom Lawlor has reportedly demanded matchmaker Cesar Duran that he wants in on this year’s Opera Cup.
The former World Heavyweight Champ dominated last year’s tournament and plans on going back-to-back and keeping the historic century old cup in the Team Filthy camp.
When reached for comment, Cesar Duran stated he doesn’t care for demands from any wrestler. However, he did say he plans on sharing his vision for the Opera Cup in the days ahead.
What does El Jefe have planned for this year’s edition of the classic tournament?
The Opera Cup kicks off October 2 in Philadelphia at FIGHTLAND (buy tickets).
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