MLW issued the following:
Hammerstone Challenges Ultimo Guerrero for MLW National Openweight Championship at Summer of the Beasts on June 26 in NYC
Live on YouTube at 9pm ET Thursday, June 26
Tickets now available at MLWNYC.com and Eventbrite
Major League Wrestling (“MLW”) today announced an MLW National Openweight Title Fight: Ultimo Guerrero (champion) vs. Alex Hammerstone at MLW Summer of the Beasts, live on YouTube at 9pm from the Melrose Ballroom in New York City on Thursday, June 26.
Buy tickets at http://www.MLWNYC.com and Eventbrite. Fans around the world can stream Summer of the Beasts free starting at 9pm ET on YouTube.com/MajorLeagueWrestling Thursday, June 26.
In a historic first-time encounter, the legendary luchador Ultimo Guerrero will make his third title defense against the very man who was crowned the inaugural MLW National Openweight Champion in 2019. Hammerstone, who held the prestigious title for an unprecedented two and a half years without ever losing it, has now set his sights on reclaiming the championship he believes is rightfully his.
The clash emerged after an incendiary confrontation at Azteca Lucha, where Hammerstone interrupted Guerrero’s post match celebration with disrespectful remarks. Moments later, Hammerstone attacked the champion from behind, leaving Guerrero battered and draping himself provocatively in the American flag. The shocking incident marked a transformation in Hammerstone, who now boldly claims he alone can make the National Openweight Championship great again.
Guerrero, undaunted by Hammerstone’s bravado, enters this showdown after successful title defenses in Arena México and most recently in Chicago. Known worldwide for his dominant reigns and epic battles in Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL), Ultimo Guerrero’s prestigious career includes multiple world championship victories and legendary performances at lucha libre’s most storied arenas.
As tension escalates, fans eagerly anticipate a fierce showdown that pits Hammerstone’s raw power and aggressive nationalism against Guerrero’s storied lucha excellence and resilient fighting spirit.
Will Guerrero’s reign continue, cementing his legacy further? Or will Hammerstone reclaim the championship and usher in a controversial new era?
Secure your seat today at www.MLWNYC.com and Eventbrite, with tickets starting at just $15. Don’t miss your chance to experience MLW live from New York City!
Local bell time for ticket holders is 6:55pm ET.
Summer of the BEASTS live on YouTube card (9pm ET start)
MLW World Heavyweight Championship
Matt Riddle vs. KENTA
MLW National Openweight Championship
Ultimo Guerrero (champion) vs. Alex Hammerstone
Japanese idols collide!
Yuki “Kamiyu” Kamifuku vs. Wakana Uehara
MLW World Tag Team Championship:
Los Depredadores (Magnus & Rugido) vs. Mystery Team
KUSHIDA in action!
Brock Anderson vs. Anthony Greene
beIN SPORTS card (7pm ET start)
Lightning Match:
Paul London vs. CMLL’s Neon
PLUS: Special Meet & Greets!
Tickets start at $15 at http://www.MLWNYC.com. Tickets will also be available day of show at the box office unless the event sales out in advance.
DAY OF EVENT INFO
The schedule for the event is as follows:
5:30 p.m.: Early entry for front row ticket holders
6:00 p.m.: Doors open for general public (all ticket holders)
6:55 p.m : Showtime
MEET AND GREETS
There will be several meet and greet opportunities featuring Major League Wrestling wrestlers and personalities.
MORE ABOUT THE MELROSE BALLROOM
Located in the heart of Long Island City just minutes away from Manhattan, Melrose Ballroom is one of New York City’s premiere exclusive venues for live performance, music, and entertainment shows.
Melrose Ballroom is located at: 36-08 33rd Street Long Island City, NY 11106.
PARKING
There is a parking garage 2 minutes away. Street parking available on a limited basis.
About Major League Wrestling
Major League Wrestling (MLW®) is a sports media holding company, offering television content, action figures, apparel, live events, and ancillary entertainment. MLW operates live events in major markets, including New York, Chicago, Dallas, and Atlanta.
One of the fastest growing wrestling leagues today, MLW programming is available in over 60 countries worldwide, including MLW Fusion on beIN Sports in the U.S. and Ayozat TV on SKY in the United Kingdom.
For more information visit MLW.com and follow MLW on X, Instagram and YouTube.
