Opera Cup finals confirmed for MLW x Don Gato Tequila: Live Special

  • Ian Carey

MLW has confirmed the finals of the 2025 Opera Cup will take place at its upcoming event in Charleston, South Carolina.

Mistico vs. Volador Jr. will determine this year’s tournament winner when they meet on November 20 at MLW x Don Gato Tequila: Live Special.

MLW announced the news in a press release on Tuesday:

“As part of the triple main event for MLW x Don Gato Tequila, this historic showdown will see Místico aiming to become a two-time Opera Cup winner, while Volador Jr. looks to cement his place in MLW history and claim one of the most prestigious trophies in wrestling.

The eyes of Mexico — and the wrestling world — will be on Charleston as two of CMLL’s finest warriors bring lucha libre excellence to the oldest tournament in the sport.”

Mistico advanced to the finals after wins over Ikuro Kwon at Blood & Thunder in June, and then wins over Ultimo Guerrero and Austin Aries in the quarterfinals and semifinals, both held at MLW’s taping in Long Beach on October 4.

As for Volador Jr., he defeated Titan at Fury Road on September 13, and then defeated Star Jr. and Satoshi Kojima in the quarterfinals and semifinals, also held in Long Beach on October 4.

The event takes place at the Charleston Music Hall and will air on YouTube and BeIN Sports.

MLW x Don Gato Tequila: Live Special

  • Matt Riddle vs. Killer Kross w/Scarlett Bordeaux
  • Arn Anderson to make a special appearance
  • Karl Anderson and Doc Gallows to appear
  • 2025 Opera Cup Finals: Mistico vs. Volador Jr.

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Ian Carey
Ian Carey

Ian Carey is a writer from Toronto, Ontario, Canada, whose work has been featured in NOW Magazine, The Huffington Post, and more. A lifelong wrestling aficionado born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, he has covered the industry for a decade and a half. He joined the f4wonline.com team in 2019.