Blue Panther

Genaro Vasquez Nevares, better known to lucha libre fans as the Blue Panther, is a technician's technician in the world of Mexican professional wrestling. With a career spanning over four decades, he's accumulated an impressive collection of titles and accolades that cement his status as one of the greatest.

Born on September 18th, 1960, in Gomez Palacio, Durango, Mexico, Blue Panther's journey to becoming a lucha libre legend began at an early age. He started wrestling in the late 1970s, honing his skills in the rugged streets of Mexico before eventually making it to the big leagues.

Throughout his career, Blue Panther has worked for some of the most prominent promotions in Mexico and beyond, including Consejo Mundial De Lucha Libre (CMLL), New Japan Pro Wrestling, All Japan Pro Wrestling, Lucha Libre AAA World Wide, and Frontier Martial-Arts Wrestling. His impressive resume boasts a plethora of titles, including the Mexican National Middleweight Championship, Mexican National Trios Championship, CMLL World Middleweight Championship, CMLL World Trios Championship, and CMLL World Tag Team Championship.

One of Blue Panther's most notable signature moves is El Nudo Lagunero – a devastating armbar that has left countless opponents crying uncle. But he's not one-trick pony; his arsenal also includes the Quebradora Lagunera (a modified STO) and Tapatia Paseada (a showy dropkick).

As a singles wrestler, Blue Panther is known for his cunning and technical prowess in the ring. He's a master of manipulating his opponents' momentum, often using his quickness and agility to evade attacks before striking back with precision. When he's not busy competing as a singles star, he's just as effective as a tag team wrestler – his chemistry with his partners is undeniable.

Blue Panther's legacy extends beyond his impressive list of accolades. He's widely regarded as one of the greatest luchadores of all time, and his influence can be seen in generations of wrestlers who have followed in his footsteps. His nickname "El Maestro Lagunero" – which translates to "The Master from Laguna" – is a testament to his status as a respected elder statesman in the world of lucha libre.

First stepping into the ring on February 24th, 1980, Blue Panther has been wowing fans for over four decades. His remarkable career is a true testament to the power and resilience of lucha libre, and we're honored to have him as part of our rich wrestling history.