Mistico sidelined by knee injury, return date remains unclear

CMLL star Mistico, the 2025 Wrestling Observer Newsletter Wrestler of the Year, was forced to miss the May 18 Lunes Clásico show in Puebla after medical advice ruled him out. He had been slated to team with Neon against Hechicero and Rocky Romero in the main event, a spot taken by Esfinge. Mistico appeared on crutches at the event and personally apologized to fans, but no official details on the injury have been released; reports suggest a knee issue that flared in Monterrey.

Dave Meltzer, speaking on Wrestling Observer Radio, said he had been told Mistico could return as early as a Friday Arena México show, but that appearance did not materialise and no new timeline has been announced. Mistico holds the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Championship with El Desperado and the CMLL World Light Heavyweight title, and is a primary box‑office draw for the promotion.

The injury’s recovery period remains unspecified, leaving CMLL without one of its biggest attractions for upcoming events.