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AJPW Real World Tag League 2002 - Tag 11

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AJPW "Real World" PPV Report: The Best of Japan on Full Display

Tokyo, Japan - The Nippon Budokan played host to All Japan Pro Wrestling's (AJPW) highly anticipated "Real World" pay-per-view event, featuring a stacked card that left fans in attendance and watching at home thoroughly entertained.

Opening Salvo: Hirai Takes Down Hamada and Naniwa

The night kicked off with Nobukazu Hirai besting Gran Hamada and Gran Naniwa in an exciting three-way match. The quick and agile Hirai capitalized on the chaos, securing the victory in 6:11. A promising start to the evening.

Tag Team Tussles Galore

Hideki Hosaka and Nobutaka Araya paired up against Masanobu Fuchi and Taichi Ishikari, with the former emerging victorious in an 8:51 tag team match. Later on, Jimmy Yang and Kaz Hayashi took down Extreme Blade and Mr. Problem in a hard-hitting 10:32 contest. In a rare occurrence, Mike Awesome and PJ Friedman combined forces to defeat Ryuji Hijikata and Shigeo Okumura in a 6:13 tag team bout.

Title Tussle: Kashin Retains Junior Heavyweight Gold

Kendo Kashin successfully defended his AJPW World Junior Heavyweight Title against Tatsuhito Takaiwa, prevailing in an intense 10:56 encounter. The champion's technical prowess proved too much for the challenger, solidifying his position atop the junior heavyweight division.

Real World Tag League Action Heats Up

The Real World Tag League 2002 semifinals saw Mike Rotundo and Steve Williams overcome Mitsuya Nagai and Yoji Anjo in a thrilling match. Later that evening, the same team defeated Kazushi Miyamoto and Yoji Anjo to advance to the finals.

Championship Match: Kojima and Kea Crowned

In the main event, Satoshi Kojima and Taiyo Kea battled Masato Tanaka and Shinjiro Otani for the AJPW World Tag Team Titles. In a match that exceeded expectations, the champion duo emerged victorious, securing the Real World Tag League 2002 title in an exciting 13:19 encounter.

Finishing Touches: Tenryu and Tenta Conquer

Genichiro Tenryu and John Tenta closed out the night with a dominant performance against Animal Warrior and Keiji Muto. Their 13:31 victory showcased the power and experience of the veteran duo, capping off an unforgettable evening in the world of professional wrestling.

Final Thoughts

All Japan Pro Wrestling's "Real World" pay-per-view delivered on its promise, featuring a diverse range of matches that catered to various tastes. The Real World Tag League 2002 added an extra layer of excitement, with Mike Rotundo and Steve Williams ultimately emerging victorious. As the year draws to a close, AJPW has undoubtedly solidified their position as one of Japan's premier promotions.

Rating: (4.5/5)

Recommendation: If you're a fan of Japanese professional wrestling or simply looking for some top-notch action, this event is an absolute must-see. The varied match selection and strong performances from the competitors make "Real World" an unforgettable experience.

Card Details

  • Date: 06 Dec 2002
  • Promotion: All Japan Pro Wrestling
  • Arena: Nippon Budokan
  • Attendance: 9800
  • Type: Pay Per View
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 06 Dec 2002

Matches

  1. Nobukazu Hirai defeat Gran Hamada and Gran Naniwa in a Three Way Match
    Match Time: 06:11

  2. Hideki Hosaka and Nobutaka Araya defeat Masanobu Fuchi and Taichi Ishikari in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 08:51

  3. Jimmy Yang and Kaz Hayashi defeat Extreme Blade and Mr. Problem in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 10:32

  4. Mike Awesome and PJ Friedman defeat Ryuji Hijikata and Shigeo Okumura in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 06:13

  5. Kendo Kashin(C) defeat Tatsuhito Takaiwa in a AJPW World Junior Heavyweight Title Match
    Match Time: 10:56

  6. Mike Rotundo and Steve Williams defeat Mitsuya Nagai and Yoji Anjo in a Real World Tag League 2002 Match

  7. Mike Rotundo and Steve Williams defeat Kazushi Miyamoto and Yoji Anjo in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 13:19

  8. Genichiro Tenryu and John Tenta defeat Animal Warrior and Keiji Muto in a Real World Tag League 2002 Match
    Match Time: 13:31

  9. Satoshi Kojima and Taiyo Kea(C) defeat Masato Tanaka and Shinjiro Otani in a AJPW World Tag Team Title Real World Tag League 2002 Final Match

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