Zeuxis Dethrones Willow Nightingale to Capture CMLL Women’s Title at 91st Anniversary

In a thrilling and hard-hitting contest at CMLL’s 91st Anniversary, Zeuxis stunned AEW star Willow Nightingale to capture the CMLL Women’s World Championship. The match took place on September 14, 2024, at the iconic Arena Mexico, marking a significant moment in women’s wrestling for CMLL.

Nightingale’s Title Journey and Loss

Willow Nightingale initially won the title in a triple-threat match at CMLL x NJPW FantasticaMania USA in July 2024, where she bested Lluvia and Viva Van for the vacant championship. The title was previously vacated when former champion Stephanie Vaquer left CMLL to sign with WWE, making way for a new champion to emerge. Nightingale’s reign, although short, was notable as it made her one of the key figures in the CMLL women’s division.

Despite her momentum, Nightingale faced challenges from the start. While defending the title in CMLL, she also appeared on AEW, competing in a non-title eliminator match against Kris Statlander. Although Statlander defeated Nightingale in a Chicago Street Fight at AEW All Out, CMLL had not sanctioned the title defense, allowing Nightingale to retain the belt. However, her official first title defense came against Zeuxis at CMLL’s anniversary show, and it was a battle that ended her reign.

Zeuxis’ Victory

Zeuxis, a veteran of the CMLL scene, is no stranger to championship gold, having previously held the CMLL World Women’s Tag Team titles. This victory, however, marks her first reign as the CMLL Women’s World Champion. The match itself lasted just over 11 minutes, and Zeuxis sealed her victory with a devastating Spanish Fly from the top rope, pinning Nightingale to capture the title.

Zeuxis’ win sent shockwaves through the wrestling world, as she not only dethroned a rising AEW star but also added another accolade to her already impressive resume. Known for her fierce style and experience, Zeuxis is expected to lead CMLL’s women’s division into a new era.

A Star-Studded Event

The CMLL 91st Anniversary show was not just about Zeuxis and Nightingale. The night featured appearances from top AEW stars, including Chris Jericho and Orange Cassidy, who were part of various high-profile matches. Jericho faced off against CMLL legend Místico in the main event, which saw Místico defeating Jericho via submission. Other key matches of the night included a Cuadrangular Mask match where Hechicero forced Euforia to unmask, adding another layer of excitement to the historic event.

For Zeuxis, this victory cements her place as one of CMLL’s top talents. The Mexican promotion continues to blend both national and international stars, making its anniversary shows must-watch events in the wrestling world. Fans are already speculating who Zeuxis will face next, as she begins her reign as the CMLL Women’s Champion.

Nightingale, on the other hand, may seek redemption in future matches, whether in CMLL or AEW, where she remains a major player. As for Zeuxis, her victory signals the start of a new chapter for the CMLL Women’s division, one that fans will be eager to follow.