Sidney Akeem Nearly Quit Wrestling After His WWE Release, MLW Announces Lucha Fest

Sidney Akeem says he nearly quit wrestling after he was released from WWE earlier this year.

While speaking with “MuscleManMalcolm” for a new interview, the former Reggie/SCRYPTS in WWE recalled his plans to go in a different direction after he was released from the company. Akeem became a free agent in June.

He said, “When he said that, he wasn’t just blowing smoke. I felt the genuineness in his heart. I’m like, man, it felt so good. Then to get the reception from the Chicago crowd, I’m like, man. I told him after [the match], I’m like, ‘I almost quit this when I got released or they didn’t renew my contract.’ I’m like, damn, am I really not good enough? Because I did everything that they wanted me to do, and I made lemonade out of lemons. I did everything, and I’m like, ‘What else could I have done?’ I know now what else I could have done. I’m like, should I walk away? Should I go back to the circus? I let that thought get out of my head really quickly, and the next thing you know, I had my first match on the independent scene against Jackie Cartwheel, and the thing went viral. It was like, I’m right where I need to be. Now, this is just furthering that decision. It’s tough, going from the grand stage to the grind, it is tough, and it is stressful. But when I’m inside those ropes, it feels good. I’m having fun.“

Major League Wrestling (MLW) sent out a press release today to announce a lucha fest prior to next month’s MLW x CMLL Lucha Apocalypto show in Chicago, IL. The event will take place on November 9 at Cicero Stadium.

You can check out the official announcement below:

Major League Wrestling (MLW), in collaboration with Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL), is proud to announce its largest pre-show fan meet & greet in history!

Lucha fans, this is your rare and exclusive opportunity to meet the stars of CMLL up close at Cicero Stadium in Chicago on Saturday, November 9, 2024 before Lucha Apocalypto!

From 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM, ticket holders can experience this once-in-a-lifetime chance to meet lucha libre legends. With only a limited number of meet & greet packages, pre-ordering is highly recommended to secure your spot. Note: Must have a valid ticket to Lucha Apocalypto for entry in addition to purchasing your MLW VIP package.

Fans can pre-order meet & greet packages at: MLWVIP.com

This special fan fest will feature some of the biggest names in lucha libre, including:

Místico

Ultimo Guerrero

Atlantis

Atlantis Jr.

Hechicero

Averno

Titan

Magnus

And more!

Important Details:

Time: 6:00 – 6:45 PM

Must have a valid ticket to Lucha Apocalypto for entry.

Pre-order your meet & greet tickets at MLWVIP.com today!

All sales are final.

Don’t miss your chance to meet the stars of CMLL before the biggest lucha event of the year. Be part of history at MLW’s Lucha Apocalypto!

???? Buy tickets at http://www.luchatickets.com and Eventbrite.com starting at just $10.

Lucha Apocalypto live on YouTube card (9pm CT start)

MLW World Middleweight Championship

Místico (champion) vs. Titán vs. Averno

¡Trios Match!

Atlantis, Atlantis Jr. & Star Jr. vs. Barbaro Cavernario, Felino & Magnus

Esfinge & Kevin Knight vs. Último Guerrero & Hechicero

beIN SPORTS card (7pm CT start)

MLW World Heavyweight Championship

Satoshi Kojima (champion) vs. Bobby Fish

Weapons of Mass Destruction

Mads Krule Krugger vs. AKIRA

Meet & Greets to be announced!

Buy tickets starting at $10 at http://www.luchatickets.com.

DAY OF EVENT INFO
The schedule for the event is as follows:

5:30 p.m.: Early entry for front row ticket holders
6:00 p.m.: Doors open for general public (all ticket holders)
7:00 p.m : Showtime

MEET AND GREETS
There will be several meet and greet opportunities featuring Major League Wrestling wrestlers and personalities.

REFUNDS

Refunds or exchanges are on a case by case basis.

PARKING
There are parking lots across the street as well as street parking readily available.

MORE ABOUT CICERO STADIUM
An institution in fighting for decades, Cicero Stadium is conveniently located 8 miles from downtown Chicago and very close to the Pink Line. You can get to it from both Interstate Highways 290 and 55.

There is stadium seating, which means there is virtually no bad seat in the stadium.

The venue is located at: 1909 S Laramie Ave Cicero, IL 60804

DRIVING DIRECTIONS
From Interstate 290, take the Laramie exit heading South and travel 6 blocks. The Stadium will be on the left and you can find parking both North and South of the venue for only $5. From Interstate 55, take the Cicero exit and head north until 22nd Street. Take a left and then a right on S. Laramie Ave. Travel three blocks to Cicero Stadium and parking is both north and south of the venue for $5.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
Take the CTA Pink Line to the last stop (54th/Cermak) going South. The station is located between 54th Avenue and Laramie Avenue, just north of Cermak Rd. Walk two blocks north and you’re at the Stadium.

About Major League Wrestling

Major League Wrestling (MLW®) is a sports media holding company, offering television content, action figures, apparel, live events, and ancillary entertainment. MLW operates live events in major markets, including New York, Chicago, and Tampa.

One of the fastest growing wrestling leagues today, MLW programming is available in over 60 countries worldwide, including MLW Fusion on beIN Sports in the U.S. and Ayozat TV on SKY in the United Kingdom.

For more information visit MLW.com and follow MLW on X, Instagram and YouTube.