Penta, formerly known as Penta El Zero Miedo while in AEW and the Lucha Underground, finally made his long-awaited debut in WWE on January 13. Known for his charismatic style, drew a loud cheer for finally appearing in the WWE franchise.
In the historic Monday Night Raw episode at the SAP Center in San Jose, California, Penta finally got into a match with Chad Gable. Chad Gable,another talented WWE Superstar, made the match ever so entertaining. Let’s check out the Penta’s WWE Debut.
The Match: Penta vs Chad Gable
Penta vs. Chad Gable was truly one of the greatest events in the calendar year in terms of hype. Gable is smooth like butter when it comes to his technical ability combined with amazing athleticism, who stands as the perfect adversary to showcase Penta’s talents. What started with chain wrestling soon dissolved into a wild fight featuring technical holds, high spots, and haymakers.
Penta’s signature Penta Driver and other moves drew loud “oohs” and “ahhs” from the audience, while Gable retorted with German suplexes and ankle locks that kept the audience on their toes. In the end, Penta pulled off a hard-earned victory for what would be his first big step in WWE. It was not an imperfect match, because a couple of mishaps inside led to noticeable botches, although not too many.
Overall Reception
The first appearance cast a mixed blessing among the fans. The majority praised Penta’s distinctive charisma and successful transition to WWE though, on the contrary, many were heard criticizing the obvious botches noted in the entire match. The social media was divided with some appreciating the excitement which Penta added in the ring while the other half expressed their disappointment about the match.
To professional wrestling analysts, they emphasized that it was important for Penta to adapt to that intricately structured WWE style compared to the open-up independent and lucha libre circuits which made him. Criticism aside, the enthusiastic crowd at San Jose seemed to fill the stadium, giving a round warm welcome to Penta in his new home.
Controversy Over Promo Time
Penta took the mic to deliver an emotional promo in English and Spanish after his fight.match. It includes thanking the WWE for the opportunity to fulfill his dream at performing at the WWE and promising that it would be felt. His considering WWE as his “new home” is, and that sent waves among fans, especially those who followed his journey.
Reports have emerged now that after the match and the promo, the time exceeded the segment time allocated. A lot of subsequent segments were cut, resulting in backstage angst and communication to many talents who believe that airtime is unfairly losing its worth. Some insiders reported that WWE management would be able to catch up their surprise upon the overrun, but afterward, they declared the segment a win.
Backstage Reactions
There was a very different positive reaction backstage for Penta’s performance and fan appreciation. Wrestlers, whose matches and promos had been cut short due to an overrun, were said to be really angry, thus fuelling further rumors of backstage friction.
On the contrary, the memorabilia early sales do suggest that the star has made a positive debut in the eyes of the WWE fan base. The famous “Cero Miedo” hand gesture, which has often become associated with Penta, was spread all over the audience.
Strengths and Shortcomings
Penta’s WWE debut brought forward a number of strengths that can easily make him a future star in the company. The in-ring charisma, unique look, and proven connectivity with the audience are what one really needs in a superstar.
But, of course, the debut was a pointer to the areas where he needs to adjust. Precise timing and coordination are needed in WWE’s production-heavy style. Penta’s lapses during his match with Gable indicated his need for improvement.
Moving Forward
Though far from perfect, the debut of Penta is quite memorable. It brought another texture into the already unique fabric of the WWE roster, casting yet another aspect of unpredictability. Fans would like to wait and see how Penta would navigate his way on the landscape of WWE with new challenges and rivalries to face. High adaptability and quality performance in every match will be necessary for him to assert himself as a top-tier talent.
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