Matthew Justice overcame both Bad Dude Tito Escondido and Jesus Rodriguez to capture the MLW National Openweight Title.
In a wild Falls Count Anywhere Match at MLW Lucha Apocalypto, Matthew Justice was able to get the victory over Tito Escondido by crashing down on him with an elbow drop from off of a perch in the audience as Tito was lying on a table. Justice then celebrated in the crowd as everyone in Chicago celebrated with him.
Chicago, IL – November 10, 2024 – In a championship clash that brought the sold-out Cicero Stadium to its feet, Matthew Justice has emerged victorious, capturing his first singles title in Major League Wrestling by defeating Bad Dude Tito Escondido for the coveted MLW National Openweight Championship.
This hard-hitting bout headlined Lucha Apocalypto, a sold-out night of super luchas, now available for fans to stream free on MLW’s YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@mlw.
Justice’s journey to the MLW National Openweight Championship began with his MLW debut in 2023, where he quickly became a fan favorite for his fearless style and unbreakable tenacity. Earlier this fall, Justice signed a multiyear contract with MLW, cementing his place in the league.
Known for his hardcore roots and dedication to the sport and fans, Justice earned a reputation as one of MLW’s most popular brawlers. In Chicago, he proved why he’s a force to be reckoned with, bringing his signature grit to the ring and capturing the title in a battle that went all over the sold-out Cicero Stadium.
Experience the unforgettable Lucha Apocalypto now on MLW’s YouTube channel for free and witness the dawn of Matthew Justice’s reign as MLW National Openweight Champion.
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— MLW (@MLW) November 11, 2024
Fans can check out Matthew Justice's interview with Jeremy Lambert and Joel Pearl on In The Weeds by clicking here.
Check out the full results from MLW Lucha Apocalypto here.
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Learn more about Matthew Justice signing with MLW here.
