The landscape of WWE’s Money in the Bank weekend was defined by unexpected moments, and arguably no star had a more surprising and impactful breakout than Mr. Iguana. The AAA performer has since addressed the massive support he received from fans.
His whirlwind weekend began at the WWE x AAA Worlds Collide event on June 7, where he teamed with Octagon Jr. and Aerostar in a victory over Dragon Lee, Cruz Del Toro, and Lince Dorado. The live audience immediately embraced his unique presentation, and the overwhelmingly positive reception reportedly captured the attention of WWE officials backstage. This strong fan connection prompted the company to quickly arrange for him to appear later that same night at the Intuit Dome.
During the Money in the Bank broadcast, Mr. Iguana was featured in the crowd, and his appearance generated one of the most significant ovations of the evening. Following the eventful weekend, the luchador took to social media to express his gratitude and tease what may come next.
“Grateful and happy! Thanks for the love and support! Agradecido y feliz! Gracias por todo el cariño y el apoyo. I’ll see you all soon #PóngaseVerde,” he posted.
From Crossover Star to Commercial Asset
The buzz surrounding Mr. Iguana extended beyond the arena, with WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H addressing the phenomenon at the post-show press conference. His comments pointed directly to the performer’s marketability.
“I never knew iguanas were so much fun. I think kids are gonna want iguanas everywhere,” Triple H stated.
This sentiment is already being translated into business opportunities. Reports indicate that Mr. Iguana’s T-shirts were among the best-selling merchandise items of the weekend, with sales figures competing with those of established stars. Furthermore, WWE is said to be actively discussing additional merchandising, including potentially producing his signature iguana puppets.
Internally, Mr. Iguana has been exceptionally well-received. He was reportedly a popular figure backstage, with numerous WWE talents and officials praising his professionalism and engaging personality. This positive reception has fueled discussions about his future, with sources indicating that personnel within NXT are particularly interested in integrating him into their programming.
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