CMLL Grand Prix de Amazonas 2026 Results: Skadi Makes History, Megan Bayne Falls, and Mexico Claims Victory
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Twenty-two women. Eleven representing Mexico. Eleven representing the international wrestling scene. One winner.
CMLL's Grand Prix de Amazonas 2026 brought an extraordinary collection of talent to Arena México on Friday, October 23, and by the end of the evening, Skadi had accomplished something that will undoubtedly stand among the defining moments of her career.
With representatives from AEW, STARDOM, MLW, Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling, and RevPro competing alongside CMLL's established stars, the event showcased something professional wrestling needs more of: talented women from different backgrounds, promotions, and wrestling philosophies sharing the same stage.
And as someone who has spent years inside the ring, I absolutely appreciate what an opportunity like this represents.
It's one thing to be successful within your home promotion. It's another to test yourself against competitors who approach the business differently, especially when national pride and professional reputation are involved.
Dulce Gardenia and Volcano Defeat Estudiante Jr. and Robin
The evening opened with Dulce Gardenia and Volcano securing a victory over Estudiante Jr. and Robin.
The opening contest established the tone for a card that would gradually build toward its international main event.
Dulce Gardenia and Volcano ultimately emerged victorious, giving the audience an energetic introduction to the evening's competition.
Winners: Dulce Gardenia and Volcano
Yutani Defeats Star Jr. in Lightning Match
Japanese competitor Yutani scored a victory over Star Jr. in a lightning match.
Yutani capitalized on an opportunity near the turnbuckles, delivering a devastating maneuver from the ropes to secure the pinfall.
Winner: Yutani
Lightning matches present a particularly interesting challenge because competitors have considerably less time to establish their offense, control the pace, and create a memorable performance.
There isn't much room for hesitation.
Every exchange matters, and one mistake can determine the outcome.
Yutani made his opportunity count.
Soberano Jr. and Los Hermanos Calavera Defeat Máscara Dorada, Brillante Jr., and Rey Pegasus
Six-man tag team competition followed as Soberano Jr. joined Calavera Jr. I and Calavera Jr. II against Máscara Dorada, Brillante Jr., and Rey Pegasus.
The match brought together established CMLL talent and emerging competitors in a contest that highlighted the promotion's distinctive approach to trios wrestling.
Soberano Jr. ultimately secured the decisive fall for his team, giving himself and Los Hermanos Calavera the victory.
Winners: Soberano Jr., Calavera Jr. I, and Calavera Jr. II
One thing I've always appreciated about lucha libre is the importance placed on movement, timing, and understanding where your partners are positioned.
Six-man matches can become chaotic incredibly quickly. The best teams make complicated sequences look effortless, even when the coordination required is anything but simple.
Último Guerrero and Gran Guerrero Defeat Averno and Euforia by Disqualification
The evening's semifinal featured Último Guerrero and Gran Guerrero facing Averno and Euforia in a lightning tag team encounter.
The match ended in controversy when Euforia delivered an illegal low blow to Último Guerrero, resulting in a disqualification.
Winners: Último Guerrero and Gran Guerrero, by disqualification
It wasn't the clean conclusion fans might have preferred, but it added another chapter to the ongoing hostility between these competitors.
From a wrestler's perspective, there's something particularly frustrating about a match ending because someone loses control.
Aggression is valuable. Emotion is valuable. But knowing when to channel those emotions and when they're becoming a liability is an entirely different skill.
Euforia's actions cost his team the match.
Skadi Wins the 2026 CMLL Grand Prix de Amazonas
The main event brought together 22 women representing Mexico and the international wrestling scene in an elimination tournament.
Team Mexico featured Skadi, Tessa Blanchard, Olympia, Persephone, Kira, India Sioux, Garra Negra, Lluvia, Thunder Rosa, Keyra, and Zeuxis.
The international team included Megan Bayne, Queen Aminata, Harley Cameron, Marina Shafir, Momo Watanabe, AZM, Miyu Amasaki, Mei Seira, Masha Slamovich, Emersyn Jayne, and Alice Crowley.
The match unfolded over more than an hour, with eliminations gradually reducing the field and forcing the remaining competitors to adapt.
And that's where tournaments like this become particularly fascinating.
You're not simply trying to defeat one opponent. You're managing fatigue, anticipating unfamiliar offense, and attempting to survive while everyone around you is fighting for the same opportunity.
Several women delivered noteworthy performances throughout the contest.
Tessa Blanchard eliminated Masha Slamovich, while Thunder Rosa eliminated Alice Crowley. Momo Watanabe demonstrated her experience by eliminating Keyra, and Queen Aminata gained momentum with consecutive eliminations before Persephone brought her run to an end.
Marina Shafir also made a significant impact, eliminating Persephone through submission.
Meanwhile, Megan Bayne established herself as one of the most dangerous competitors in the tournament.
Bayne eliminated several opponents, including Tessa Blanchard and Kira, before the competition reached its final stages.
But Skadi wasn't going anywhere.
The Mexican competitor eliminated AZM and continued fighting as the field narrowed.
Eventually, only four women remained: Skadi and Olympia representing Mexico, and Megan Bayne and Marina Shafir representing the international team.
Olympia eliminated Shafir, leaving Mexico with a temporary numerical advantage.
Bayne responded by eliminating Olympia, setting the stage for a final confrontation between herself and Skadi.
And what a compelling contrast that presented.
Bayne entered the final exchange with the reputation of being an extraordinarily powerful competitor. Her size, strength, and aggressive offense made her a formidable opponent.
Skadi, however, had already demonstrated the resilience necessary to survive an exhausting elimination tournament.
The final moments saw both women exchange powerful offense before Skadi delivered a decisive slam and secured the three-count.
Winner: Skadi — 2026 CMLL Grand Prix de Amazonas Champion
Mexico had won.
And Skadi had earned one of the biggest victories of her professional wrestling career.
Why Skadi's Victory Matters
There's something especially meaningful about watching a wrestler achieve a milestone after experiencing setbacks and criticism.
Professional wrestling is not an easy industry.
It's physically demanding, emotionally exhausting, and frequently unforgiving.
You're expected to perform through pressure, criticism, disappointment, and the constant knowledge that someone else is waiting for the opportunity you're trying to secure.
That's why I appreciate victories like Skadi's.
She didn't simply defeat Megan Bayne.
She survived an entire field of international competitors, endured the physical demands of a lengthy elimination match, and delivered when the pressure was at its highest.
That's the kind of performance that can change how audiences perceive a wrestler.
And sometimes, more importantly, how a wrestler perceives herself.
The International Women's Division Continues to Evolve
Another important takeaway from this year's Grand Prix was the diversity of talent involved.
AEW's Megan Bayne, Harley Cameron, Marina Shafir, and Queen Aminata brought their respective styles into the competition.
STARDOM contributed competitors with extensive experience in Japanese women's wrestling, while representatives from MLW, Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling, and RevPro helped expand the international field.
For me, that variety is one of the greatest strengths of professional wrestling.
Different countries and promotions emphasize different aspects of the craft.
Some competitors specialize in technical wrestling. Others excel through striking, power, aerial offense, or character-driven psychology.
When those approaches collide, everyone involved has an opportunity to learn something.
And that's important.
Because professional wrestling should never stop evolving.
The Bigger Picture
CMLL's Grand Prix de Amazonas 2026 delivered five matches, an international showcase of women's wrestling, and a memorable victory for Skadi.
Yutani secured a lightning-match victory over Star Jr. Soberano Jr. and Los Hermanos Calavera emerged victorious in trios competition. Último Guerrero and Gran Guerrero collected a disqualification victory.
But the evening ultimately belonged to the women.
Megan Bayne demonstrated why she is considered such a formidable competitor, reaching the final elimination after an impressive tournament performance.
Marina Shafir made her presence felt. Olympia helped bring Mexico within reach of victory. And Skadi delivered when it mattered most.
I particularly appreciate that the tournament didn't require every participant to win in order to contribute something meaningful.
Some competitors demonstrated technical ability. Others showcased physical dominance. Several created memorable moments through their eliminations.
And one woman walked away with the trophy.
That's professional wrestling.
Twenty-two women entered Arena México with something to prove.
Skadi left having proved it.