AEW/NJPW Forbidden Door 2023

WRESTLING JOURNAL

Toronto, Ontario, Canada - Scotiabank Arena (13,631) - June 24th, 2023 - Pay Per View

A thrilling night of professional wrestling came to an end at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, as New Japan Pro Wrestling presented a stacked card featuring some of the best talent from around the world. The sold-out crowd was treated to a series of electrifying matches that showcased the very best of what these athletes have to offer.

Match One: MJF vs Hiroshi Tanahashi (AEW World Title Match)

In an upset of sorts, MJF managed to capture the AEW World Title from the grasp of Hiroshi Tanahashi in a hard-hitting match that saw both men give it their all. The bout was marked by intense technical grappling and high-impact strikes, with MJF ultimately securing the victory via pin at 15:46.

Match Two: CM Punk vs Satoshi Kojima (Owen Hart Foundation 2023 Men's Tournament Quarter Final Match)

The "Best in the World" made his NJPW debut a memorable one, as he bested Satoshi Kojima in a match that was more than just a contest - it was an experience. Both men traded blows and showed off their technical prowess, with Punk ultimately securing the win at 13:40.

Match Three: Orange Cassidy vs Daniel Garcia, Katsuyori Shibata, Zack Sabre Jr. (AEW All-Atlantic Title Four-Way Match)

In a match that was equal parts chaotic and brilliant, Orange Cassidy managed to outmaneuver three talented opponents to capture the AEW All-Atlantic Title. The bout saw all four competitors giving it their all, with Cassidy emerging victorious at 11:15.

Match Four: SANADA vs Jack Perry (IWGP World Heavyweight Title Match)

In a match that was marked by high-flying action and intense technical grappling, SANADA managed to retain the IWGP World Heavyweight Title against Jack Perry. The bout saw both men push each other to the limit, with SANADA ultimately securing the win at 10:49.

Match Five: The Elite (Kenny Omega, Matt Jackson, Nick Jackson), Eddie Kingston, Tomohiro Ishii vs Blackpool Combat Club (Jon Moxley, Trent Beretta, Orange Cassidy, Kyle O'Reilly), Konosuke Takeshita, Shota Umino (Ten-Man Tag Team Match)

In a match that was equal parts thrilling and unpredictable, The Elite, along with Eddie Kingston and Tomohiro Ishii, managed to defeat the Blackpool Combat Club and their respective partners. The bout saw all ten competitors giving it their all, with The Elite emerging victorious at 21:29.

Match Six: Toni Storm vs Willow Nightingale (AEW Women's World Title Match)

In a match that was marked by intense technical grappling and high-flying action, Toni Storm managed to capture the AEW Women's World Title from Willow Nightingale. The bout saw both women give it their all, with Storm ultimately securing the win at 10:27.

Match Seven: Will Ospreay vs Kenny Omega (IWGP United States Heavyweight Title Match)

In a match that was marked by high-flying action and intense technical grappling, Will Ospreay managed to retain the IWGP United States Heavyweight Title against Kenny Omega. The bout saw both men push each other to the limit, with Ospreay ultimately securing the win.

Match Eight: Darby Allin, Sting, Tetsuya Naito vs Minoru Suzuki, Chris Jericho, Sammy Guevara (Six-Man Tag Team Match)

In a match that was equal parts chaotic and thrilling, Darby Allin, Sting, and Tetsuya Naito managed to defeat the team of Minoru Suzuki, Chris Jericho, and Sammy Guevara. The bout saw all six competitors giving it their all, with the winning trio emerging victorious at 15:09.

Main Event: Bryan Danielson vs Kazuchika Okada (Singles Match)

In a match that was marked by intense technical grappling and high-flying action, Bryan Danielson managed to secure a thrilling victory over Kazuchika Okada. The bout saw both men push each other to the limit, with Danielson ultimately securing the win at 27:47.

A truly unforgettable night of professional wrestling came to an end in Toronto, as New Japan Pro Wrestling presented a card that will be remembered for years to come. With so many thrilling matches and memorable moments, it's hard not to feel excited about what the future holds for these talented athletes.

Card Details

• Promotion: New Japan Pro Wrestling
• Arena: Scotiabank Arena
• Attendance: 13631
• Type: Pay Per View
• Broadcast Type: Live
• Broadcast Date: 24 Jun 2023

Matches

1. MJF(C) defeat Hiroshi Tanahashi in a AEW World Title Match
   Match Time: 15:46

2. CM Punk defeat Satoshi Kojima in a Owen Hart Foundation 2023 Men's Tournament Quarter Final Match
   Match Time: 13:40

3. Orange Cassidy(C) defeat Daniel Garcia, Katsuyori Shibata and Zack Sabre Jr. in a AEW All-Atlantic Title Four Way Match
   Match Time: 11:15

4. SANADA(C) defeat Jack Perry in a IWGP World Heavyweight Title Match
   Match Time: 10:49

5. The Elite, Eddie Kingston and Tomohiro Ishii defeat Blackpool Combat Club, Konosuke Takeshita and Shota Umino in a Ten Man Tag Team Match
   Match Time: 21:29

6. Toni Storm(C) defeat Willow Nightingale in a AEW Women's World Title Match
   Match Time: 10:27

7. Will Ospreay(C) defeat Kenny Omega in a IWGP United States Heavyweight Title Match

8. Darby Allin, Sting and Tetsuya Naito defeat Minoru Suzuki and The Jericho Appreciation Society (Chris Jericho and Sammy Guevara) in a Six Man Tag Team Match
   Match Time: 15:09

9. Bryan Danielson defeat Kazuchika Okada in a Singles Match
   Match Time: 27:47