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Lucha Libre World held the first show of its “Greatest Spectacle of Lucha Libre” doubleheader in York Hall in London Friday 11/1, headlined by the first of El Hijo del Santo’s last-ever matches in the United Kingdom.
Santo is embarking on a worldwide retirement tour which tonight saw his son Santo Jr. return to the ring after an extended hiatus. The father and son team defeated Ciclón Ramirez and El Hijo de Fishman in the main event.
The full results were: – El Matador and Zombie Dragon defeated Jalapeño Lopez and Kassius.
– Best Two Out Of Three Falls: Mascara Sagrada and Redimido defeatedBobby Lee and El Verdugo.
– La Hija de Fuerza Guerrera defeated Vanilla Vargas via DQ.
– IOCW Championship: Cinta de Oro (c) defeated Xtreme Tiger
– Best Two Out Of Three Falls: El Hijo del Santo and Santo Jr. defeated Ciclón Ramirez and El Hijo de Fishman.
It was a great crowd and the atmosphere was electric from start to finish. Despite most of the wrestlers having little-to-no exposure to a U.K. audience, the crowd still lapped everything up and it made for a highly enjoyable night.
In particular (and to no surprise), Santo was the star of the show. After winning the main event, Santo Jr. hoisted his father on his shoulders and carried him around the ring so everyone could high-five him and, for those not attending the second show tomorrow, say goodbye to a legend for the last time.
The show paid homage to Mexico’s Day of the Dead, with staff dressed in traditional clothing and makeup. There was an intermission with a live band playing Mexican music, with plenty choosing to get out of their seats to dance.
NOSAWA Rongai was in attendance and took photos with fans. Santo came over to him during the main event and shook his hand.
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