AEW Women's World Championship Eliminator Tournament: United States & Japan Brackets

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 28, 2021

The wrestling world has been abuzz with the news of All Elite Wrestling's (AEW) latest TV show emanating from Daily's Place in Jacksonville, Florida. And what a night it was! The stars aligned for a spectacular evening of professional wrestling that will be remembered for some time to come.

Opening Act: Shida, Suruga & Kadokura vs. Sakura, Itoh & VENY

The curtain raiser pitted Hikaru Shida, Mei Suruga, and Rin Kadokura against Emi Sakura, Maki Itoh, and VENY in a thrilling six-woman tag team match. The Japanese contingent showed no signs of fatigue from their travels, delivering an energetic performance that had the Daily's Place crowd on its feet.

Shida, fresh off her recent title reigns, led the charge with her patented kicks and submission holds. Suruga, meanwhile, brought her own brand of high-flying excitement to the table, nailing multiple dives onto her opponents. Kadokura, the newcomer to AEW, proved to be an asset to the team with her quickness and agility.

Sakura's team fought valiantly, but ultimately fell short in their bid for victory. The match clocked in at 18:17, a testament to the endurance of these talented competitors. In the end, Shida sealed the deal with a devastating knee bar submission that forced Sakura to tap out.

Main Event: Mizunami vs. Sakazaki - AEW Women's World Title Eliminator Tournament

The Japan Bracket Final of the AEW Women's World Title Eliminator Tournament saw Ryo Mizunami face off against Yuka Sakazaki in what was easily the match of the night. These two Japanese wrestling stalwarts clashed in a battle for supremacy that had fans on the edge of their seats.

Mizunami, known for her technical prowess and grappling expertise, looked to use her experience to outmaneuver the younger Sakazaki. However, Sakazaki proved herself more than capable of keeping up with Mizunami's pace, even landing a series of impressive suplexes.

In the end, it was Mizunami who emerged victorious, pinning Sakazaki after a picture-perfect German suplex. The victory earns her a spot in the AEW Women's World Title Eliminator Tournament finals, where she will face off against the winner of the United States Bracket.

Thunder Rosa Makes Statement

In other tournament action, Thunder Rosa made quick work of Riho in the United States Bracket semifinals, submitting the former OWE champion with her patented double chicken wing submission hold. The match clocked in at 11:33, a testament to the impressive striking display put on by both competitors.

Rosa's victory sets up an intriguing matchup between herself and the winner of the Japan Bracket, whoever that may be. With her newfound momentum, Thunder Rosa looks poised to make a deep run in this year's tournament.

And so, another successful AEW TV show comes to a close. As we look ahead to the next broadcast, fans are left wondering what other thrilling matches and storylines await us on the horizon.

For Zohash.com

Wright Thompson Jr.

Card Details

Date: 28 Feb 2021
Promotion: All Elite Wrestling
Arena: Daily's Place
Type: TV-Show
Broadcast Type: Taped
Broadcast Date: 28 Feb 2021

Matches

Hikaru Shida, Mei Suruga and Rin Kadokura defeat Emi Sakura, Maki Itoh and VENY in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 18:17
Ryo Mizunami(C) defeat Yuka Sakazaki in a AEW Women's World Title Eliminator Tournament Japan Bracket Final Match
Match Time: 14:27
Thunder Rosa(C) defeat Riho in a AEW Women's World Title Eliminator Tournament United States Bracket Semi Final Match
Match Time: 11:33