Only a few other wrestlers have stirred shock waves into the WWE universe like Chad Gable. The prolific wrestler was fighting for the AAA championship against El Hijo del Vikingo and had one of the most highly anticipated matches of his career.
But what if Gable competed in two matches on the same night? This scenario is entirely plausible, especially if his rumored dual role in WWE is true. If that’s the case, it not only strengthens the frequent comparisons to Kurt Angle but also highlights the event as a testament to Gable’s exceptional wrestling abilities.
Chad Gable had an intense clash against Vikingo for the AAA title
At the AAA mega championship match, Vikingo and Chad Gable were hell bent on outperforming each other. Portrayed as a clash of ideologies, the AAA champion unleashed a relentless attack on the Challenger. But Chad Gable kicked out to each of his finishing moves, displaying unparalleled resistance.
Even though the assault from Vikingo ultimately proved to be too much for Gable, he managed to get the appreciation of the fans for the undoubtedly remarkable performance he displayed at the high-stakes title match.
But the night for Chad Gable did not just end there; the flip side of his persona in the WWE, El Grande Americano, was scheduled to participate in the Traditional Ladder Match at Money in the Bank 2025.
Even though El Grande Americano could not win the ladder match, which would have guaranteed a title shot for him, his presence added an interesting dynamic during the entire clash. The standout moment in his debut appearance at the traditional ladder match was the moment when he opened the fireball ladder to grab the briefcase.
In an iconic moment, the mysterious Luchadore used the fireball to attack all the other contenders inside the ring and opened the ladder to stake a claim on the briefcase, only to get knocked off by Penta. The star-spangled Luchadore had another attempt on the briefcase, this time with a steel plate inside his mask. However, LA Knight delivered a sidewalk slam from the top of the ladder, ending his challenge in the match.
The move ultimately from LA Knight paved the way for Seth Rollins’ win in the match. However, Chad Gable, with his commitment to in-ring action, won hearts and the appreciation of the WWE universe, elevating himself to superhero-like qualities.
Furthermore, he drew a parallel to veteran wrestler Kurt Angle, who was known for such a long and arduous stint in a single night, where he had to compete in multiple matches in a single event.
Kurt Angle’s heroic 3-match run at TNA No Surrender in 2007
The standout point in the long and decorated career of Kurt Angle came during his time at TNA Wrestling. At TNA No Surrender 2007, Kurt Angle had one of the busiest and most intense nights of his career, wrestling in three separate matches and defending three different titles.
He started the night by teaming up with Sting to defend the TNA World Tag Team Championships against Team Pacman, but they ended up losing the belts. Things didn’t get any better in his second match, where he put the X Division Championship on the line against Jay Lethal, who pulled off a major upset and took the title.
Despite the rough start, Angle managed to finish strong. He faced Abyss in the main event and successfully held onto the TNA World Heavyweight Championship, walking away from the chaotic night still a champion.
With two emphatic performances in a single night, Chad Gable made one thing clear: if anyone today can rival the wrestling endurance of Kurt Angle, it’s him. But is that truly the case? Could Gable be channeling, or even impersonating, El Grande Americano, the legendary hero of the past? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Money in the Bank 2025 is currently streaming live at Peacock in the United States and on Netflix everywhere else.
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