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Tony Khan provides update on Mistico's injury status ahead of Redemption

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 4:56 PM

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Tony Khan provides update on Mistico's injury status ahead of Redemption

Summary

Tony Khan confirmed that Mistico, the AEW and CMLL luchador, will miss the upcoming AEW Redemption event due to injury after being attacked at Arena Mexico. The injury alters the card, prompting Khan to announce a six-way ladder match for the opportunity to challenge for the AEW International Championship. Khan expressed optimism about Mistico's potential return for Grand Slam Mexico, although the luchador has faced injuries throughout 2026. There is speculation regarding a future mask vs. hair match against Averno, following their long-standing rivalry, but further details remain unconfirmed.

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Status Watch

•Mistico missed AEW Redemption due to injury.
•He was attacked by Averno and his stablemates on July 17.
•Khan announced a six-way ladder match as a result.
•Mistico has been out since the attack and has previous injury issues.
•A mask vs. hair match against Averno is speculated for September.

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4:56 PMWrestling Inc — Tony Khan Offers Injury Update On AEW & CMLL Star Mistico

What they're saying

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AEW owner Tony Khan offers an injury update on AEW and CMLL star Mistico after the luchador was forced to miss Redemption following an attack in Arena Mexico
— Wrestling Incby staff@wrestlinginc.com (Eric Mutter)

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