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WWE considers reviving Sin Cara character with a new wrestler
WWE has made early pitches to revive the Sin Cara character with a different wrestler taking the role.
The character debuted in WWE in 2011, first portrayed by Místico and later by Hunico.
Their rivalry ended in a mask-versus-mask match, which Místico won.
Both wrestlers later left WWE, and Hunico received his release in 2019.
WWE has not confirmed whether it will move forward with the idea.
A separate report said AAA wrestler Myzteziz Jr. had been considered, but that has not been confirmed by WWE.
The possible revival comes as WWE has been exploring lucha libre, and the character’s history includes criticism of its earlier run.
WWE has discussed early pitches to revive the Sin Cara character with a different wrestler in the role.
It is unconfirmed whether WWE will move forward with the idea.
Wrestling Inc reported that AAA luchador Myzteziz Jr. had been considered, but it was unclear whether WWE would proceed.
The character debuted in WWE in 2011 and was portrayed by Místico and Hunico.
A Wrestling Inc opinion article argued against bringing the character back, describing it as a failure.
- Who
- WWE has discussed the idea. A different wrestler would take on the character if it is revived.
- What
- WWE has made early pitches to bring back the Sin Cara character. Myzteziz Jr. was reportedly considered.
- When
- The reports were published on October 22, 2026.
- Where
- The pitches were reportedly made backstage at WWE. Further details are not stated.
- Why
- Not stated. Wrestling Inc suggested WWE’s purchase of AAA may have given it confidence to explore lucha libre ideas.
Supporters of reviving Sin Cara
Critics of reviving Sin Cara
Character's future
Supporters of reviving Sin Cara
WWE has discussed early pitches to bring back the character with a new performer.
Critics of reviving Sin Cara
A Wrestling Inc opinion article argued that bringing back the character would be a bad idea.
Character's past performance
Supporters of reviving Sin Cara
The sources report that the character was seen as a strong merchandise mover.
Critics of reviving Sin Cara
Wrestling Inc said the character was largely perceived as a flop, citing its limited position on the card and botches.
The Sin Cara character debuted in WWE, first portrayed by Místico.
Místico, as Sin Cara Azul, defeated Hunico, as Sin Cara Negro, in a Mask vs. Mask match at a SmackDown taping in Mexico City.
Místico was released from WWE.
WWE granted Hunico his release.
Reports said WWE had discussed early pitches to revive Sin Cara with a different wrestler.
- Character debut
- 2011
- Original performer
- Místico
- Other performer
- Hunico
- Reported candidate
- Myzteziz Jr.
- Reported pitch status
- Early pitches; whether WWE will proceed is unconfirmed
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What people are saying
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Bringing back Sin Cara is an idea that WWE should not explore
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PW Insider is reporting that there have been early pitches based around the idea of resurrecting the Sin Cara character in WWE. False Finish has learned that Myzteziz Jr. was under consideration to resurrect the Sin Cara character