This Friday night on SmackDown, WWE created another electrifying moment as Rey Fenix, the famous luchador, made his long-awaited debut.
The Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois, was buzzing with excitement as Fenix entered the WWE ring for the first time, ready to face NXT Tag Team Champion Nathan Frazer in an action-packed singles match.
Rey Fenix’s official WWE debut was announced last week, and the excitement was already building. The 34-year-old made sure his presence was felt all night long.
MEXICAN MUSCLE BUSTER!
— The Movement – Pro Wrestling (@TheMovementXx) April 5, 2025
REY FENIX WINS IN HIS DEBUT 🔥🔥🔥#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/WnQn2aUkNK
Before the show, Fightful Select and WrestleVotes confirmed that Nathan Frazer would be Fenix’s opponent. As expected, the match was a fast-paced spectacle, with both competitors bringing their best to the ring.
Fenix claimed victory with a powerful Mexican Muscle Buster, giving him a strong start to his WWE career. It was no surprise—his debut had to be a win.
Rey Fenix breaks silence after WWE debut
After the match, Rey Fenix spoke to the crowd and shared how happy he was. “I waited my whole life to say this… I AM WWE. ANIMO!” he shouted to the fans in Chicago.
Later, Triple H posted a video on social media showing him welcoming Fenix to WWE. In the video, the 34-year-old wrestler hugged Triple H and thanked him. Triple H said Fenix did a great job and that he’s “just getting started” in WWE, meaning big things could be coming for him.
“I waited my whole life to say this…
— WrestlePurists (@WrestlePurists) April 5, 2025
I AM WWE. ANIMOOO!”
– Rey Fenix#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/fwoeIumtgA
Rey Fenix saw the post and quickly replied with a kind message. “Thank you for everything, sir,” he wrote.
