On February 28, 2025, Konosuke Takeshita made a historic debut in Mexico’s Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL), successfully defending his NEVER Openweight Championship against Ángel de Oro.  

The Match: A Clash of Styles

The fight, held at the Arena México, pitted Takeshita’s powerful style against Ángel de Oro’s classic lucha libre skills.

The bout featured high-flying moves, precise grappling, and fierce strikes, which kept the audience on the edge of their seats.

Significance of the Victory

Takeshita’s ability to adapt and excel against seasoned luchadors like Ángel de Oro demonstrates his versatility and skill.

This victory solidified his presence in the international wrestling scene, especially in Mexico, a country with a rich wrestling heritage.

Looking Ahead

Takeshita’s spectacular debut in CMLL paves the way for more cross-promotional chances and fascinating matchups in the future.

Fans worldwide are anxious to watch how he will continue to connect wrestling styles from other cultures and take the sport to new heights.