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AJ Styles praises Rey Mysterio as greatest Luchador ever

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 4:32 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

AJ Styles praises Rey Mysterio as greatest Luchador ever

Summary

During a recent episode of WWE Raw, AJ Styles expressed admiration for Rey Mysterio, calling him the greatest Luchador of all-time following Mysterio's performance against Chad Gable in an Intercontinental Championship match. At 51, Mysterio continues to impress fans but has struggled to secure the title, losing his last three opportunities. The match drew comparisons to Mysterio's famous contests with Kurt Angle in the 2000s, showcasing his enduring talent. Mysterio also serves as General Manager of AAA, where he has announced a number-one contender's tournament for the World Heavyweight Championship, set to conclude in September.

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Key Details

•AJ Styles praises Rey Mysterio as the greatest Luchador ever.
•Mysterio performed well against Chad Gable on WWE Raw.
•He has lost three opportunities for the Intercontinental Championship.
•Mysterio announced a Luchadores-only tournament for Roman Reigns’s championship.
•Semi-finals for the tournament will take place next week on Raw.

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4:32 PMWrestling Inc — AJ Styles Offers High Praise To WWE Star: 'Greatest Luchador Ever'

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AJ Styles calls Rey Mysterio the greatest Luchador of all-time after "The Ultimate Underdog's" performance on Raw.
— Wrestling Incby staff@wrestlinginc.com (Julien D'Alessandro)

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