MLW Battle Riot VII: Results, Highlights, and Major Updates – Major League Wrestling returned with a blockbuster event as Battle Riot VII took place on April 5, 2025, live from the iconic Arena Coliseo in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. The landmark show featured a mix of lucha libre legends, top MLW talent, surprise returns, and debuting stars, headlined by the chaotic 40-person Battle Riot Match for the MLW World Heavyweight Championship.
Current champion Matt Riddle entered the match at #25 and defied the odds by going the distance and outlasting 39 other competitors. In a dramatic closing moment, Rob Van Dam, making his first-ever MLW appearance as entrant #40, attempted his signature Five-Star Frog Splash from the top rope. Riddle countered by shoving RVD to the floor, securing the win and successfully retaining his title in spectacular fashion.
The Battle Riot match itself was filled with surprises, shock returns, and first-time entrants:
- Alex Hammerstone returned to MLW after a year-long stint in TNA, entering at #1 and lasting deep into the match.
- Raj Dhesi (formerly WWE’s Jinder Mahal) entered at #2, making his MLW debut.
- Chris Adonis (formerly Chris Masters) arrived at #22 to a strong reaction.
- Independent standout Titus Alexander surprised fans at #38.
- Rob Van Dam entered at #40, capping the night with a huge pop.
Another major highlight from the night came in the women’s division, as Shoko Nakajima defeated Delmi Exo to capture the MLW Women’s World Featherweight Championship, ending Exo’s reign. The victory marks Nakajima’s first championship run in MLW and positions her as a major figure in the company’s growing women’s roster.
Meanwhile, Mistico officially vacated the MLW World Middleweight Championship and declared his intention to move into the heavyweight division, signaling new title opportunities for rising stars in the middleweight class.
In undercard action, Star Jr. teamed up with Atlantis Jr. and the legendary Atlantis to defeat Magnus, Bárbaro Cavernario, and Último Guerrero. Janai Kai scored a win over HIMAWARI, and Templario triumphed in a fast-paced three-way bout over Hechicero and Esfinge.
Full Battle Riot VII Results:
- Star Jr. & Los Atlantis (Atlantis Jr. & Atlantis) def. Magnus, Bárbaro Cavernario & Último Guerrero
- Janai Kai def. HIMAWARI
- Templario def. Hechicero & Esfinge (Three-Way Match)
- MLW Women’s World Featherweight Championship: Shoko Nakajima def. Delmi Exo (c) – New Champion!
- MLW World Heavyweight Championship – Battle Riot Match: Matt Riddle (c) def. 39 opponents, including Alex Hammerstone, RVD, Raj Dhesi, Chris Adonis, and others.
Other notable moments from Battle Riot VII included the return of Austin Aries to MLW, now serving as a commentator alongside Joe Dombrowski. Additionally, Bishop Dyer—the former Baron Corbin in WWE—made his official MLW in-ring debut after being previously announced for the Riot match.
MLW also aired a mysterious teaser that caught the attention of fans worldwide. Featuring a cryptic combination of a bullet, a beer bottle, and a tape recorder along with the number “626,” the vignette strongly hinted at the arrival of The Good Brothers (Karl Anderson & Doc Gallows), potentially setting the stage for their MLW debut.
With multiple new stars, returning veterans, and title implications coming out of Battle Riot VII, MLW appears to be entering a bold new phase. All eyes now turn to what’s next as storylines develop from this landmark show.
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MLW Battle Riot VII: Results, Highlights, and Major Updates
