WWE is the world’s largest and most popular professional wrestling organization, with millions of fans across the globe.
WWE has a rich history of featuring wrestlers from different countries and cultures, showcasing their unique styles and personalities.
One of the most prominent and influential groups of wrestlers in WWE history is the Mexican wrestlers, also known as luchadores.
Luchadores are wrestlers who wear masks and costumes, often inspired by their cultural heritage, mythology, or personal identity.
Luchadores are known for their high-flying, acrobatic, and fast-paced moves, as well as their charisma and flair.
Luchadores have been a part of WWE since its early days, and have contributed to some of the most memorable and exciting matches and moments in WWE history.
Today, we will rank the top 18 WWE Mexican wrestlers of all time, based on their achievements, popularity, impact, and legacy.
We will also provide a brief overview of their careers, highlights, and accolades.
18. Raquel Rodriguez
Raquel González is an American wrestler of Mexican descent who is currently signed to WWE’s Raw brand.
She made her WWE debut in 2019, after competing in the independent circuit and Lucha Underground.
She is a former NXT Women’s Champion, having won the title by defeating Io Shirai at NXT TakeOver: Stand & Deliver.
González was formerly known as Raquel Rodriguez on NXT, where she was the ally and tag team partner of Dakota Kai.
While she’s no longer officially aligned with Santos Escobar and his Legado del Fantasma faction, their past tag team collaborations, including their victory in a mixed tag team match that brought Rodriguez the NXT Women’s Championship (formerly the NXT Cruiserweight title), remain unforgettable.
González is one of the few female wrestlers in WWE who wears a mask, which is a common trait of luchadors.
She can wrestle both as a face and a heel and can adapt to different styles and opponents.
She is also a charismatic and confident speaker, who can cut promos in both English and Spanish.
González is a rising star in WWE and has the potential to become a future champion and a leader of the women’s division.
17. Chavo Guerrero Sr.
Chavo Guerrero Sr. was a Mexican-American wrestler who was part of the legendary Guerrero wrestling family.
Son of Gory Guerrero and brother to Eddie, Mando, and Hector, his career spanned multiple promotions including WWE, WCW, NWA, AWA, and NJPW.
He was best known for his feud with Roddy Piper in NWA Hollywood, where he lost a hair vs hair match in 1983.
Chavo Guerrero Sr. was a pioneer and a trailblazer for Mexican wrestlers in WWE.
He was the first Mexican wrestler to win a championship in WWE when he defeated Pat Patterson for the WWF Intercontinental Championship in 1979. He was a skilled and charismatic wrestler, who could work as both a babyface and a heel.
He wore a mask during his brief stint in WWE in 2004, which was a common trait of luchadors, masked wrestlers who follow the style of Mexican lucha libre. He passed away in 2017, at the age of 68.
16. Andrade El Idolo
Andrade El Idolo is a Mexican wrestler who is currently signed to AEW, after being released by WWE in 2021.
Debuting in 2015 on NXT, he quickly ascended to the top, capturing the NXT Championship and engaging in unforgettable feuds with Johnny Gargano, Aleister Black, and Drew McIntyre.
He was then moved to the main roster, where he formed a partnership with Zelina Vega, and won the WWE United States Championship.
Andrade El Idolo is one of the most talented and charismatic wrestlers in the world today. He has a smooth and crisp in-ring style, combining technical wrestling, power moves, and lucha libre. He is also a great talker, who can cut promos in both English and Spanish, with the help of Vega or other managers. He has a star quality and a presence that makes him stand out from the crowd.
He wrestled for CMLL under the name La Sombra, and he won several titles there, including the NWA World Historic Welterweight Championship and the CMLL World Tag Team Championship.
He is a rising star in AEW, where he has aligned himself with Vickie Guerrero and Chavo Guerrero Jr.
15. Sin Cara
Sin Cara is a Mexican wrestler who is currently signed to AAA, after being released by WWE in 2019.
He made his WWE debut in 2011, as part of the Raw brand, where he was hyped as a mysterious and exciting luchador.
He had notable matches and rivalries with Rey Mysterio, Alberto Del Rio, Cody Rhodes, and The Miz.
He also formed a tag team with Kalisto, known as The Lucha Dragons, and won the NXT Tag Team Championship.
Sin Cara is one of the most athletic and spectacular wrestlers in WWE history.
He has a high-flying and flashy style, incorporating flips, dives, and springboards.
While he occasionally revealed his face during a 2011 storyline with Hunico, he primarily kept his identity concealed beneath the mask, remaining a captivating enigma.
He is a former CMLL World Welterweight Champion and a multiple-time tag team champion in Mexico and Japan.
14. Angel Garza
Angel Garza is a mexican wrestler who is currently signed to WWE, where he is part of the Raw brand. He made his WWE debut in 2019, as part of the NXT brand, where he won the NXT Cruiserweight Championship and had impressive matches with Lio Rush, Jordan Devlin, and Isaiah Scott. He was then moved to the main roster, where he formed a tag team with Andrade El Idolo, and later with Humberto Carrillo.
Angel Garza is one of the most charismatic and entertaining wrestlers in WWE today. He has a cocky and confident personality, and a signature move of tearing off his pants before hitting his finisher, the Wing Clipper. He is also a versatile and talented wrestler, who can mix lucha libre, technical wrestling, and brawling. He is a third-generation wrestler, and a member of the Garza wrestling family. He is a former AAA World Cruiserweight Champion, and a future star in WWE.
13. Super Crazy
Super Crazy is a mexican wrestler who is currently signed to MLW, after having a successful career in WWE, ECW, WCW, and other promotions.
He made his WWE debut in 2005, as part of the SmackDown brand, where he was part of the Mexicools faction, along with Juventud Guerrera and Psicosis.
He had notable matches and feuds with Tajiri, Nunzio, Gregory Helms, and Kid Kash. He also competed in the Cruiserweight division, and challenged for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship.
Super Crazy is one of the most innovative and exciting wrestlers of his era. He has a fast and furious style, using high-risk and high-reward moves, such as moonsaults, dives, and leg drops.
He is also a hardcore and extreme wrestler, who can take and dish out punishment, using chairs, tables, and ladders.
He is a former ECW World Television Champion, and a multiple-time champion in Mexico and 1 in Japan. He is one of the most respected and beloved luchadores of all time.
12. Místico
Místico, currently back in CMLL after briefly playing the role of Sin Cara in WWE, debuted in 2011, showcasing his signature aerial grace in matches against top stars like Alberto Del Rio, The Miz, Rusev, and Sheamus.
Teaming up with Kalisto as The Lucha Dragons, he captured the NXT Tag Team Championship before returning to his legendary persona in Mexico.
Místico is known for his breathtaking high-flying style and trademark hurricanranas, arm drags, and springboards, brings a distinct blend of athleticism and spirituality to the ring.
Also adorned in his iconic mask and cross, his pre-match rituals add a unique flair to his persona.
He’s a former CMLL World Welterweight Champion and a multiple-time titleholder in Mexico and Japan, solidifying his place as a respected and influential figure in the world of lucha libre.
11. Mr. Águila
Mr. Águila is a Mexican wrestler who is currently signed to CMLL, after having a short run in WWE as Essa Rios.
He made his WWE debut in 2000, as part of the Raw brand, where he won the WWE Light Heavyweight Championship in his first match, defeating Gillberg.
He had matches and feuds with Dean Malenko, Matt Hardy, Eddie Guerrero, and Kurt Angle.
Lita briefly aided him in the ring, adding a unique twist to his early run.
Mr. Águila is one of the most agile and skilled wrestlers of his era. His smooth, fluid style, blending flips, spins, and twists, captivated audiences. A versatile performer, he excelled as both a face and a heel, adapting to any opponent.
Back in CMLL, he held the prestigious World Tag Team Championship and numerous titles across Mexico and Japan.
While opinions vary on his overall standing, his talent and adaptability remain undeniable.
10. Tito Santana
WWE Hall of Famer Tito Santana, a beloved figure known for his long and successful career, debuted in 1979 at the iconic WWF Championship Wrestling from Shea Stadium, defeating Johnny Rodz.
He had notable matches and feuds with Greg Valentine, Don Muraco, Randy Savage, and Rick Martel. He also formed a tag team with Rick Martel, known as Strike Force, and won the WWF Tag Team Championship.
Santana’s technical and powerful style, featuring the flying forearm, figure-four leglock, and cobra clutch, captivated audiences.
He always wrestled with honor and integrity, solidifying his place as a charismatic and beloved hero.
His two WWF Intercontinental Championships and two WWF Tag Team Championship reigns cemented his legacy as a pioneer for Mexican wrestlers in WWE history, alongside Pedro Morales.
9. Juventud Guerrera
Juventud Guerrera is a Mexican wrestler who is currently signed to AEW, after having a prolific career in WWE, WCW, ECW, and other promotions.
He made his WWE debut in 2005, as part of the SmackDown brand, where he was part of the Mexicools faction, along with Super Crazy and Psicosis.
He had notable matches and feuds with Nunzio, Kid Kash, Paul London, and Brian Kendrick.
He also won the WWE Cruiserweight Championship, defeating Nunzio.
Juventud Guerrera is one of the most innovative and exciting wrestlers of his era.
Guerrera’s flashy style, highlighted by the 450 splash, Juvi Driver, and Juvi Elbow, kept fans on their feet.
His infectious charisma and energetic pre-match dances and raps further fueled his popularity.
Beyond WWE, he reigned as WCW Cruiserweight Champion and garnered numerous titles in Mexico and Japan.
He is one of the most influential and popular luchadors of all time.
8. Kalisto
Kalisto is a Mexican-American wrestler who is currently signed to WWE, where he is part of the SmackDown brand.
He made his WWE debut in 2013, as part of the NXT brand, where he formed a tag team with Sin Cara, known as The Lucha Dragons, and won the NXT Tag Team Championship.
On the main roster, he had won notable matches and feuds with Ryback, Rusev, Baron Corbin, and Enzo Amore.
He also won the WWE United States Championship and the WWE Cruiserweight Championship.
His Salida del Sol, Listo Kick, and Corkscrew Plancha continue to leave audiences awestruck, fueled by his passionate “Lucha! Lucha!” rallying cry.
He is a former AAA World Tag Team Champion and a multiple-time champion in the independent circuit and is one of the most decorated and talented luchadors of his generation.
7. Melina Perez
Melina Perez is a Mexican-American wrestler who has had a successful career in WWE and is currently signed to NWA.
She made her WWE debut in 2005 as the manager and valet of MNM, a tag team consisting of Johnny Nitro and Joey Mercury.
She had notable matches and feuds with Mickie James, Beth Phoenix, Michelle McCool, and Natalya, and won the WWE Women’s Championship and the WWE Divas Championship.
Melina Perez is known for her flexible and fierce wrestling style, using moves such as the California Dream, the Primal Scream, and the Sunset Split.
She is also a charismatic and confident wrestler who often entered the ring with a signature split.
She is a former OVW Women’s Champion and a multiple-time champion in the independent circuit.
Melina Perez is considered one of the most influential and successful female luchadores of all time.
6. Chavo Guerrero
Carrying the Guerrero legacy onto the AEW stage, Chavo honed his skills across WWE, WCW, ECW, and beyond.
He is the son of Chavo Guerrero Sr., the nephew of Eddie Guerrero, and the cousin of Raquel Rodriguez.
He made his WWE debut in 2001, as part of the Invasion storyline, where he joined forces with his uncle Eddie.
Joining forces with his iconic uncle Eddie during the Invasion, he ignited rivalries with Rey Mysterio, Chris Benoit, Edge, and Hornswoggle.
He also won the WWE Cruiserweight Championship, the WWE Tag Team Championship, and the ECW Championship.
Chavo Guerrero is a versatile and experienced wrestler known for his technical and lucha style. Some of his notable moves include the Gory Bomb, the Three Amigos, and the Frog Splash.
He is adaptable and can work as both a face and a heel, making him a formidable opponent for various types of wrestlers.
Chavo Jr. is a former WCW Cruiserweight Champion and has multiple titles in Mexico and Japan.
He is considered one of the most respected and beloved luchadores of all time.
5. Psicosis
Psicosis is a Mexican wrestler who has had a successful career in various promotions, including WWE, WCW, ECW, and AAA.
He made his WWE debut in 2005 as part of the SmackDown brand, as a member of the Mexicools faction alongside Super Crazy and Juventud Guerrera.
Some of his notable rivalries include Rey Mysterio, Billy Kidman, Paul London, and Brian Kendrick, and he has challenged for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship and the WWE Tag Team Championship.
His high-flying and extreme style, using moves such as the leg drop, the guillotine leg drop, and the diving senton, combined with his fearless brawls involving chairs and tables, solidified him as a hardcore lucha innovator.
He is also a hardcore and fearless wrestler, who often used chairs, tables, and ladders in his matches.
Beyond WWE, Psicosis is a former WCW Cruiserweight Champion and has multiple titles in Mexico and Japan.
4. Alberto Del Rio
Alberto Del Rio, also known as Alberto El Patrón, is a Mexican-American professional wrestler who has had a significant career in WWE.
He made his WWE television debut on August 20, 2010, on SmackDown, where he was portrayed as an arrogant, wealthy Mexican aristocrat.
Del Rio’s success in WWE was marked by his ability to back up his swagger with in-ring prowess.
He won the WWE Championship at SummerSlam in 2011 by defeating CM Punk and had a successful tenure, facing notable opponents such as Randy Orton, John Cena, and Edge.
Del Rio’s final WWE match was a 12-minute loss to Jack Swagger on Main Event. He left a lasting impact on WWE history and is recognized as the first Mexican-born WWE Champion.
Outside of WWE, Del Rio has also worked for major promotions such as ROH, Lucha Underground, AAA, and Impact Wrestling.
3. Mil Máscaras
Mil Máscaras, a Mexican luchador, has left a lasting legacy in WWE. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2012, recognizing his significant impact on the wrestling world.
Mil Máscaras was the first masked man to compete in Madison Square Garden, and his influence extended beyond the ring, as he was instrumental in overturning an antiquated New York law that prevented grapplers from competing under a hood in the arena.
His colorful and explosive in-ring style made him a big draw for WWE, and he continued to compete sporadically in Japan and Mexico.
He was known for introducing high-flying moves of lucha libre, such as the plancha and tope suicida, to Japanese fans, which brought him international fame as one of the first high-flyers. His in-ring style was characterized by a combination of mat-power and high-flying techniques, making him a versatile and dynamic performer.
Mil Máscaras’ induction into the WWE Hall of Fame solidified his status as one of the most revered and influential luchadores of all time.
2. Eddie Guerrero
Eddie Guerrero is a Mexican-American wrestler who is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most beloved wrestlers of all time.
He is a WWE Hall of Famer, and a legend in WWE, WCW, ECW, and other promotions.
Eddie Guerrero made his WWE debut in 2000 as part of the Radicalz faction, alongside Chris Benoit, Dean Malenko, and Perry Saturn.
During his time in WWE, he had notable matches and feuds with Kurt Angle, Brock Lesnar, JBL, and Batista. Guerrero achieved significant success in WWE, winning the WWE Championship, the WWE United States Championship, the WWE Intercontinental Championship, and the WWE Tag Team Championship.
His career in WWE was marked by his charismatic persona and his ability to captivate audiences with his in-ring performances, making him a beloved and respected figure in the wrestling world.
Eddie passed away on November 13, 2005, at the age of 38. His death was attributed to acute heart failure, which was a result of underlying atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
1. Rey Mysterio
Mysterio, the masked wrestler, is a Mexican-American wrestler who is widely regarded as the greatest and most successful luchador of all time.
He is currently signed to WWE, where he is part of the SmackDown brand and a WWE Grand Slam Champion.
Mysterio made his WWE debut in 2002, as part of the SmackDown brand, where he was introduced as a masked and mysterious underdog.
He had notable matches and feuds with Kurt Angle, Eddie Guerrero, Randy Orton, and CM Punk. He also won the WWE Championship, the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, the WWE Intercontinental Championship, and the Royal Rumble.
Rey Mysterio is known for his high-flying and flashy wrestling style, using moves such as the 619, the West Coast Pop, and the Hurricanrana.
He is also a heroic and inspiring wrestler, often dedicating his matches to his late friend Eddie Guerrero and his fans. Mysterio’s athleticism and ability to captivate audiences with his in-ring performances have made him a beloved and respected figure in the wrestling world.
So these are the top 18 WWE mexican wrestlers of all time, based on their achievements, popularity, impact, and legacy. We have also provided a brief overview of their careers, highlights, and accolades. This list is not definitive, and is based on our own opinion and research. We hope you enjoyed reading it and learning more about these amazing wrestlers.
Luchadores are wrestlers who wear masks and costumes, often inspired by their cultural heritage, mythology, or personal identity. Luchadores are known for their high-flying, acrobatic, and fast-paced moves, as well as their charisma and flair. Luchadores have been a part of WWE since its early days, and have contributed to some of the most memorable and exciting matches and moments in WWE history.
Luchadores are not only wrestlers, but also artists, entertainers, and heroes. They represent the spirit and culture of Mexico, and the passion and pride of wrestling. They are the embodiment of lucha libre, the art of free fighting. They are the top 18 WWE mexican wrestlers of all time.