Suzuki and Riddle meet again.
On Monday, October 21, MLW announced that Matt Riddle and Minoru Suzuki will clash in a singles match at the promotion's TV tapings on Saturday, November 9. The TV matches will be taped before the Lucha Apocalypto event at Cicero Stadium in Chicago, Illinois.
This will be Suzuki and Riddle's first time facing off in a singles bout since Matt Riddle's Bloodsport back in April 2018.
From MLW:
(Pre-order at MLWVIP.com)Major League Wrestling (“MLW”) today announced Matt Riddle vs. Minoru Suzuki at the beIN SPORTS TV taping portion of Lucha Apocalypto from Cicero Stadium in Chicago on Saturday, November 9.
Buy tickets at http://www.luchatickets.com and Eventbrite.com starting at just $10.
Matt Riddle, the #1 ranked fighter in MLW, takes on the legendary Minoru Suzuki. This highly anticipated clash, filmed exclusively for beIN SPORTS, comes on the heels of Riddle’s heroic actions at MLW FIGHTLAND, where he came to the aid of MLW World Heavyweight Champion Satoshi Kojima, thwarting CONTRA Unit’s attempt to destroy the champion.
In response, CONTRA Unit has vowed retribution, issuing a challenge to Riddle. They’ve called on their fierce crusader, Minoru Suzuki, to cripple the “King of Bros.”
Known for his storied background in New Japan and Pancrase, Suzuki brings a fearsome MMA pedigree (29-19-0) to the fight. Meanwhile, Riddle (10-3 in UFC), also a former MMA standout, stands at the top of MLW’s rankings, with a guaranteed title shot on the horizon. But first, he must face Suzuki, one half of the MLW World Tag Team Champions, in what promises to be a brutal encounter.
Riddle appears to have aligned with Kojima, AKIRA, and other MLW fighters in a mission to dismantle CONTRA Unit before his inevitable title showdown. But with Suzuki’s ruthless tactics and unrelenting aggression, will the King of Wrestling put an end to Riddle’s championship dreams? Or will the King of Bros prove that his reign in MLW is just beginning?
Don’t miss this historic battle between two world-class fighters when it airs on beIN SPORTS – an unmissable encounter between two of the most dangerous fighters in the world today.
As a thank you to Chicago fans, the November return will be a special fan appreciation event with tickets starting at $10.
Lucha Apocalypto will feature MLW fighters and CMLL's grandest luchadores. Matches will be announced at MLW.com.
PLUS: Special Meet & Greets! One night only merch and more!
Tickets start at $10 at www.LuchaTickets.com. Tickets will also be available day of show at the box office unless the event sales out in advance.
Lucha Apocalypto live on YouTube card (9pm CT start)
MLW World Middleweight Championship
Místico (champion) vs. Titán vs. Averno
¡Trios Match!
Atlantis, Atlantis Jr. & Star Jr. vs. Barbaro Cavernario, Felino & Magnus
Esfinge & Kevin Knight vs. Último Guerrero & Hechicero
beIN SPORTS card (7pm CT start)
MLW World Heavyweight Championship
Satoshi Kojima (champion) vs. Bobby Fish
Weapons of Mass Destruction
Mads Krule Krugger vs. AKIRA
Pre-Show Fan Fest Meet & Greet (6pm - 6:45pm)
Pre-order at MLWVIP.com. Must have a valid ticket to Lucha Apocalypto for entry.Místico
Ultimo Guerrero
Atlantis
Atlantis Jr.
Hechicero
Averno
Titan
Magnus
Buy tickets starting at $10 at http://www.luchatickets.com.
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 : ShowtimeMEET AND GREETS
There will be several meet and greet opportunities featuring Major League Wrestling wrestlers and personalities.REFUNDS
Refunds or exchanges are on a case by case basis.
PARKING
There are parking lots across the street as well as street parking readily available.MORE ABOUT CICERO STADIUM
An institution in fighting for decades, Cicero Stadium is conveniently located 8 miles from downtown Chicago and very close to the Pink Line. You can get to it from both Interstate Highways 290 and 55.There is stadium seating, which means there is virtually no bad seat in the stadium.
The venue is located at: 1909 S Laramie Ave Cicero, IL 60804
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
From Interstate 290, take the Laramie exit heading South and travel 6 blocks. The Stadium will be on the left and you can find parking both North and South of the venue for only $5. From Interstate 55, take the Cicero exit and head north until 22nd Street. Take a left and then a right on S. Laramie Ave. Travel three blocks to Cicero Stadium and parking is both north and south of the venue for $5.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
Take the CTA Pink Line to the last stop (54th/Cermak) going South. The station is located between 54th Avenue and Laramie Avenue, just north of Cermak Rd. Walk two blocks north and you’re at the Stadium.About Major League Wrestling
Major League Wrestling (MLW) is a sports media holding company, offering television content, action figures, apparel, live events, and ancillary entertainment. MLW operates live events in major markets, including New York, Chicago, and Tampa.
One of the fastest growing wrestling leagues today, MLW programming is available in over 60 countries worldwide, including MLW Fusion on beIN Sports in the U.S. and Ayozat TV on SKY in the United Kingdom.
For more information visit MLW.com and follow MLW on X, Instagram and YouTube.
Fans can find results from previous MLW events by visiting Fightful's results section.
