How to Do Mexican Wrestling Moves
Much like the different traditions and cultures around the world, the world of wrestling is filled with different styles and techniques. One popular style is Mexican wrestling, whose style elements have been infused into larger wrestling federations like WWE and TNA. These moves are exciting and fast-paced, and to properly perform them you should be in the best shape you can and be a trained professional wrestler.
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Instructions
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The 619
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Knock your opponent into the second ring rope, using a dropkick to the back or a Russian leg sweep. The 619 is the patented finishing move by Mexican wrestler Rey Mysterio and has been performed on a countless number of WWE superstars.
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Run across the ropes that are opposite of where the wrestler is at.
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Bounce off those ropes and spring back toward the other side of the ring.
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Grab onto the top and middle rope of the wrestling ring and swing your body in between them.
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Kick your opponent in the face as you swing your legs around. He will bounce back, and you can then continue to give him more damage or pin him.
The Hurricanrana
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Daze your opponent with a kick to the gut. The hurricanrana is a classic Mexican move that is great for smaller wrestlers who cannot take their opponents down easily.
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Run across the ropes and bounce off them.
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Jump into the air and wrap your legs around your opponent’s neck.
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Pull his body with your legs and flip him over onto his back.
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Attempt a pin fall or continue to execute more wrestling moves.
The Frog Splash
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Knock your opponent down to the mat so that he is flat on his back. The frog splash is a move used by Mexican wrestlers like Chavo Guerrero and the late Eddie Guerrero.
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Climb to the top turnbuckle that is closest to the wrestler. You can choose a turnbuckle that is farther away as well, but make sure that you can reach your opponent first.
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Bend your knees and jump off the top turn buckle as far as you can.
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Try to touch your toes in midair and then quickly stretch your body back out again.
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Land across your opponent’s body, and then attempt a pin fall after you have landed.
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Tips & Warnings
Do not attempt to perform these moves unless you have been properly trained to do so.
Resources
- Photo Credit WWE.com
