The highly anticipated WWE and Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide (AAA) joint supercard, Worlds Collide, is set to take place Friday, September 12, 2025, at The Pavilion at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, with the full match card officially revealed. This event marks the fifth Worlds Collide under the WWE banner and the first time two Worlds Collide events will be held in the same year following June’s edition in Inglewood, California[1][2].
Main Event and AAA Mega Championship Spotlight
The centerpiece of Worlds Collide 2025 will be El Hijo del Vikingo defending the AAA Mega Championship against WWE star Dominik Mysterio. This marquee bout symbolizes WWE’s integration of AAA, the storied Mexican lucha libre promotion WWE acquired earlier this year in partnership with the Fillip sports and entertainment holding company[1][2]. Given the prominence of both competitors, wrestling fans worldwide are anticipating a high-octane clash blending lucha libre style with WWE’s dynamic storytelling.
Expanded Six-Match Card Features Explosive Title Contests and Tag Team Action
Beyond the main event, six additional matches have been added, fleshing out a packed card highlighting talent from WWE’s Raw, SmackDown, and NXT as well as AAA’s top stars[3]. Noteworthy among these is the AAA World Tag Team Championship triple threat match featuring champions Psycho Clown and Pagano defending against Los Garza (Angel & Berto) and WWE’s Latino World Order (LWO) representatives Cruz Del Toro and Joaquin Wilde. This bout promises a thrilling multi-team dynamic, continuing AAA’s tradition of electrifying multi-man contests and providing the LWO a chance to make a major impact on the international stage[3].
Other Confirmed Bouts and Wrestler Appearances
While the complete card includes those seven matches, sources close to the event indicate additional high-profile segments are in the works. According to Fightful and WWE.com, surprises and potential cross-brand dream matches are expected to be announced through the official WWE digital platforms in the days leading up to the event[2][3]. The Worlds Collide show is noteworthy for blending WWE’s diverse roster with AAA’s unique lucha libre style, allowing for rare inter-promotional matchups that captivate wrestling purists and casual fans alike.
Event Logistics and Viewing Details
The event will be held at the Cox Pavilion at the Thomas & Mack Center’s suburb in Paradise, Nevada, known for hosting premier sporting and entertainment events. Tickets went on sale on August 22 via UNLVtickets.com, with a presale starting August 21[2][4]. Attendance is expected to be robust, capitalizing on the immense popularity of Worlds Collide, which recently shattered viewership records on WWE’s YouTube platform during its June event, drawing a peak of 764,389 concurrent viewers globally[2].
For fans who cannot attend in person, the entire show will stream live and free on WWE’s official YouTube channel with commentary offered in both English and Spanish, ensuring accessibility to the broad bilingual audience[1][2]. The timing of the broadcast is set at 10 PM EST, immediately following WWE’s Friday Night SmackDown, strategically positioning Worlds Collide as a must-watch wrestling event for the weekend.
Backstage Insight: WWE’s Vision for Worlds Collide Post-AAA Acquisition
Sources close to WWE have revealed that Worlds Collide represents a strategic push to blend North American and Mexican wrestling cultures on a global scale. A WWE insider told Wrestling News, “The acquisition of AAA is about expanding WWE’s footprint in Latin America and globally, and Worlds Collide is the perfect showcase event to feature this new era of collaboration. We’re bringing the best from both worlds under one roof, creating dream matchups that fans have been clamoring for”[3].
What to Expect From Worlds Collide Moving Forward
With AAA wrestlers now embedded in WWE programming and vice versa, Worlds Collide is set to become an annual highlight. The mix of lucha libre’s fast-paced, high-flying tradition and WWE’s storytelling prowess, combined with highly competitive title bouts and tag team affairs, promises a card capable of delivering must-see moments for the wrestling community.
Wrestling experts and insiders anticipate that the tag team scene, especially involving the LWO and AAA trios and tag champions, will develop into a compelling storyline extending well beyond this event. Meanwhile, Dominik Mysterio’s involvement indicates WWE’s investment in pushing crossover stars who embody the fusion of WWE and AAA wrestling cultures[3].
Event Details at a Glance:
- What: WWE x AAA Worlds Collide
- When: Friday, September 12, 2025, 10 PM EST
- Where: The Pavilion at Thomas & Mack Center, Las Vegas, NV
- How to Watch: Free live stream on WWE’s YouTube channel (English and Spanish commentary)
- Headline Match: El Hijo del Vikingo (c) vs. Dominik Mysterio for the AAA Mega Championship
- Additional Highlight: AAA World Tag Team Championship triple threat – Psycho Clown & Pagano (c) vs. Los Garza vs. LWO (Cruz Del Toro & Joaquin Wilde)
As the wrestling world eagerly counts down to Worlds Collide, fans can look forward to dynamic cross-promotional matchups that honor the past traditions of lucha libre while embracing WWE’s global entertainment dominance. Stay tuned to WWE.com, Fightful, and trusted wrestling podcasts for the latest updates and potential surprise announcements ahead of what promises to be one of the most exciting wrestling events of 2025.