Lucha Libre match at Don Quixote in Boyle Heights. Photo by Erwin Recinos for L.A. Taco.

By Erwin Recinos for L.A. TACO

Originally published April 1, 2025

Turnbuckles gleamed, ropes sprung, and screams echoed last Sunday as East Los Mania 2 took over the Don Quixote venue in Boyle Heights.

Put on by East Los Lucha, L.A.’s premiere Mexican wrestling event showcased wrestling talent, both local and arriving from abroad. The matches for this night varied from a six-man battle royal to the E.L.L. Cruiserweight and Heavyweight Championship matches. 

As one fan said, “Blood, sweat, and tears were left on the mat last night. Champions were born, and feuds were reignited. East Los Lucha continues to cement itself as the place be.” 

L.A. TACO photographer Erwin “Los Ojos” Recinos brings you this photo-essay directly from the wrestling ring for your viewing pleasure. 

E.L.L. will host Lucha Xtreme this May 18th so that lucha fans can get their wrestling fix in L.A.

Visit their IG page @eastloslucharjn for all the details.

Scenes from East Los Mania 2 at Don Quixote in Boyle Heights on Sunday, March 30. All photos by Erwin “Los Ojos” Recinos for L.A. TACO.

L.A. TACO is an independently owned and operated resource, built for L.A. by L.A. to bring readers news, culture, stories and incredible eats from all across this vital, electric metropolis. For 20 years, the organization has delivered raw, street-level journalism from all corners of L.A. County to its loyal readers, supporters, members, and partners.

Erwin Recinos is a seasoned visual artist with an eye for capturing life as a working commuter aboard public transportation in and around Los Angeles. For 20 years now, Recinos has been documenting the urban landscape, street culture, and Hispanic communities of Los Angeles utilizing his daily routine and the city of Los Angeles as an inspiration. Recinos also works with popular food and event websites such as LATACO.com and Eater LA to capture the cuisine and culture that is so important to the city of Los Angeles and across Southern California.

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