CMLL Confirms Dual Contract With AEW for Champion Claudio Castagnoli

The agreement reinforces AEW–CMLL talent sharing ahead of his March 20 title defense at Arena México.

Overview

CMLL announced that Claudio Castagnoli has signed a dual contract that allows him to compete for both CMLL and AEW.
Castagnoli remains the CMLL World Heavyweight Champion and is scheduled to defend the title against Hechicero at Homenaje a Dos Leyendas on March 20 in Mexico City.
CMLL positioned the move within its collaboration program that already features Místico, Máscara Dorada, Hechicero and Persephone on dual deals.
Industry outlets report Castagnoli is the first AEW-aligned wrestler to sign a dual contract with CMLL.
Cageside Seats reports he executed the agreement alongside CMLL general manager Salvador Lutteroth III.