The Masked Mini Star Under Danhausen’s Cloning Machine Has Been Unmasked
If you thought Danhausen’s surprise army of Minihausens at WWE Backlash was just a random comedy bit, think again. The identity of the very first little villain rolling out of that cloning machine has been confirmed, and it is a face that longtime WWE fans will recognize immediately.
Let us get right into the wrestling news and rumours you need to know for May 11, 2026.
First up, the big reveal. During Danhausen’s match against The Miz and Kit Wilson, fans were treated to the bizarre sight of a Minihausen Army sprouting from a ringside cloning device. While the swarm of tiny doppelgangers was the story, eagle-eyed viewers and insiders have pinpointed the original Minihausen. According to a report from Mike Johnson of PWInsider, the first little monster under the face paint was played by none other than El Torito. The former WWE cruiserweight, who wrestled for the company from 2013 to 2016, remains legendary for his show-stealing WeeLC match against Hornswoggle at Extreme Rules 2014. He is back, and he is cursed.
In more serious news, a true legend of Japanese wrestling is hanging up his boots. Hiroyoshi Tenzan has officially announced his retirement during a press conference today. The four-time IWGP Heavyweight Champion confirmed that his final match will take place on August 15 during the G1 Climax semifinals at Sumo Hall. Tenzan has been a pillar of New Japan Pro-Wrestling since his debut in 1991, piling up an incredible 12 IWGP Tag Team Championship victories. As a founding member of nWo Japan and a former NWA World Heavyweight Champion, his departure marks the end of an era.
Finally, Jake Hager is coming back to the ring. The former Jack Swagger is set to wrestle for the World Wrestling Council at their 53rd Anniversario event on June 26 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This will mark Hager’s first match since leaving AEW in late 2024. Since his departure, he has not held back in his criticism of AEW president Tony Khan, and he recently made a surprising debut in the world of Power Slap during WrestleMania 42 weekend. Now, he is bringing his talents back to the squared circle.
