Biography

Bandido is a Mexican luchador enmascarado, (masked professional wrestler) known primarily for his work in Lucha Libre Elite, The Crash Lucha Libre and Dragon Gate. He is currently under a full-time contract with Ring of Honor, which allows him to also work on the Mexican, Canadian, and U.S. independent circuit, most notably for Pro Wrestling Guerrilla (PWG). He is a fourth-generation wrestler, son of Apóstol Jr., brother of AAA wrestler Myzteziz Jr. and cousin of Magia Blanca. His real name is not a matter of public record as is often the case with masked wrestlers in Mexico. Bandido previously worked under the ring names Magnifico II and Cielito but since 2016 has used the Bandido ring character, including a mask that incorporates a bandana covering the lower part of his face, in the style of Wild West outlaw. Bandido regularly teams with Flamita, forming a duo known as "Mexa Blood". He currently holds the Elite Welterweight Championship and The Crash Cruiserweight Championship and with Flamita he holds The Crash Tag Team Championship and held the Progress Tag Team Championship.