Universal Wrestling Association

Incorporated as Lucha Libre Internacional, S.C. in January 1975 after Ray Mendoza split from the EMLL to form a new organization with Fancisco Flores and Benjamin Mora Jr. A 61-year old Lou Thesz was the company’s first champion; but over the past quarter-century, the promotion has featured El Canek as its centerpiece 15-time titleholder. Formed a strong partnerships with New Japan and the WWF in the late 1970’s and early 80’s; and it is now run by longtime promoter Carlos Maynes. Headliners: El Canek, Ray Mendoza, Tiger Jeet Singh, Dos Caras, Perro Aguayo, El Hijo Del Santo, El Zorro