WWE Has Big Plans For Mr. Iguana After Worlds Collide Success

While Worlds Collide is being hailed as an overall success, the show set company records for YouTube viewership. It was a great showcase for AAA, but Mr. Iguana stood out. It wasn't his in-ring ability, as he was capable of putting on a five-star match. It was his showmanship and the entertainment value he offered with his use of a puppet sidekick. He had the audience in stitches, laughing at almost everything he was doing, which left a lasting impression that WWE brass has translated into a potential cash cow.

An NXT source told Fightful Select that there is internal momentum to bring Mr. Iguana in for regular appearances on NXT television. WWE officials were reportedly particularly impressed with how well his act translated across different demographics, specifically identifying untapped potential among kids.

Merchandise sales have proven that there may be a winner here as Mr. Iguana’s “AAA Logo” T-shirt currently sits at No. 5 on WWEShop’s top-selling list.

WWE Is Working On Several Ideas For Mr. Iguana

The buzz surrounding his brief appearance on the show has prompted internal discussions about expanding his merchandise line, including the possibility of producing plush iguana puppets.

Mr. Iguana could be a flash in the pan or a mainstay with long-term appeal. If it's the former, WWE wants to strike while the iron is hot. NXT officials are reportedly pushing for more appearances and Mr. Iguana could be a regular feature on WWE programming moving forward.

Whether as comic relief or as an unlikely underdog with crowd support, WWE plans to run with the idea that he could be a hit.