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Alex Kane vs. Mr. Thomas Opera Cup clash set for St. Petersburg, FL, July 12

Tickets available at MLWTampa.com

Tickets Now Available at https://mlwblood24.eventbrite.com

MLW today announced an Opera Cup round 1 bout: Alex Kane vs. Mr. Thomas at the beIN SPORTS TV taping portion of MLW Blood & Thunder’24, from the Coliseum in St. Petersburg, FL on Friday, July 12.

 Grab tickets at http://www.MLWTampa.com and Eventbrite starting at $15.

This rare and intriguing first round bout in the oldest tournament in pro wrestling was made by the Opera Cup Championship Committee, made up of the promoters from around the world in alliance with Major League Wrestling.

Friends collide for their quest for the Opera Cup in a first time ever clash which will be part of the BeIN SPORTS portion of the taping.

For the first time ever, Alex Kane and Mr. Thomas, two great friends and fierce competitors, will square off in the ring. Their bond and mutual respect set the stage for a match fueled by passion for the sport and the desire to make history by winning the Opera Cup.

As members of the Bomaye Fight Club, this fight takes on a unique dynamic. Mr. Thomas, the master strategist of the fight team, has seen every single one of Kane’s matches, as his most trusted confidant and cornerman. Will this intimate in-ring knowledge give him the upper hand against his friend and competitor?

Since signing with MLW in 2021, Alex Kane, a former MLW World Heavyweight and National Openweight Champion, has set his sights on winning the Opera Cup. With each match, he’s grown closer to that dream. Could 2024 be the year he finally captures the coveted trophy?

The Opera Cup, with its rich history dating back to the 1800s, has seen many wrestling luminaries hold the title. Alex Kane and Mr. Thomas are fighting not just for victory but to join the ranks of those legendary figures who have made their mark in wrestling history.

Don’t miss Alex Kane vs. Mr. Thomas as they put their friendship and skills to the ultimate test in the first round of the Opera Cup.

Get your tickets now at https://mlwblood24.eventbrite.com and see it go down Friday, July 12 in St. Petersburg, FL.

Blood & Thunder live on YouTube card (9pm ET start)

No Ropes Death Match

Matt Riddle vs. Sami Callihan

3 Stages of Destruction Match

Matt Justice (managed by Bill Alfonso) vs. Mads Krule Krugger

Minoru Suzuki vs. AKIRA

Opera Cup Round 1

KENTA vs. Bobby Fish

Who is Salina de la Renta’s Baby Daddy?

Opera Cup Round 1

“Filthy” Tom Lawlor vs. Jake Crist

Opera Cup Round 1

Atlantis Jr. vs. Okumura

beIN SPORTS card (7pm ET start)

Opera Cup Round 1

Mistico vs. Magnus

MLW World Heavyweight Champion Satoshi Kojima in action!

Davey Boy Smith Jr. vs. AJ Francis

Opera Cup Round 1

Alex Kane vs. Mr. Thomas

More Matches and fighters will be announced at MLW.com.

PLUS: Special Meet & Greets with
•Mistico (pre-order)
•Minoru Suzuki (pre-order)

•Matt Riddle (pre-order)

Tickets start at $15 at MLWTampa.com and Eventbrite.  

Tickets will also be available day of show at the box office unless the event sales out in advance.

*** 7PM START TIME ***

DAY OF EVENT INFO
The schedule for the event is as follows:

• 5:30 p.m.: Early entry for front row ticket holders

• 6:00 p.m.: Doors open for general public (all ticket holders)

• 7:00 p.m.: Showtime

MORE ABOUT THE COLISEUM
The historic Coliseum was built in 1924, and purchased by the City of St. Petersburg in 1989. It has undergone extensive renovations, and the architecture and ambiance creates a flexible space to host a variety of events, making it one of the Tampa Bay area’s most unique multi-use facilities.

The Coliseum is located in the local historic district of downtown St. Pete, within walking distance of many downtown restaurants, shops & hotels. It offers over 800 parking spaces within walking distance.

The Coliseum is located at: 535 4th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

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