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AJPW Summer Action Series 2003 - Tag 9

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ALL JAPAN PRO WRESTLING DELIVERS THRILLING PAY-PER-VIEW EVENT AT NIPPON BUDOKAN

Tokyo, Japan - The Nippon Budokan played host to a spectacular All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW) pay-per-view event on July 19th, as the promotion's top talent put it all on the line in a series of hard-hitting and electrifying matches.

The evening kicked off with a high-energy Six-Man Tag Team Match, pitting Hi69, Jimmy Yang, and Kaz Hayashi against Gran Hamada, Nobukazu Hirai, and Taichi Ishikari. The action was fast-paced and frenetic from the opening bell, with each team trading moves and showcasing their impressive chemistry. In the end, it was Hi69's trio that emerged victorious, securing the win in a thrilling 10:58.

The second match saw George Hines, John Tenta, and Robbie Brookside taking on Hiroshi Hase, Masayuki Kono, and Shigeo Okumura in another six-man tag team affair. This bout was marked by its physicality, with all six competitors putting their bodies on the line to deliver a series of crushing blows. In the end, Hines' team came out on top, prevailing in an impressive 17:35.

The first All Asia Tag Team Title League match saw Turmeric Storm facing off against Kintaro Kanemura and Tetsuhiro Kuroda. The action was hot from the start, with each team displaying their technical prowess and aggressive instincts. In a shocking turn of events, it was Turmeric Storm that emerged victorious, capturing the win in 14:12.

ROWDY, comprised of Hirotaka Yokoi and Kohei Sato, were next up, taking on Hideki Hosaka and Kuroge Wagyuta in their own All Asia Tag Team Title League match. This bout was a true test of endurance, with both teams pushing the limits of human physicality to deliver a series of blistering moves. In the end, ROWDY came out on top, securing the win in 13:34.

The AJPW World Junior Heavyweight Title was up for grabs next, as Kendo Kashin put his championship on the line against Ryuji Hijikata. This match saw both competitors trading technical holds and high-flying moves, with Kashin ultimately retaining his title in a thrilling 9:58.

Arashi followed suit, facing off against Nobutaka Araya in a singles match that showcased each competitor's impressive striking ability. The action was fast-paced and aggressive from start to finish, with Arashi emerging victorious in an impressive 10:15.

The penultimate match of the evening saw ROWDY take on Turmeric Storm in the All Asia Tag Team Title League Final Match. This bout was a true test of teamwork, as each team worked together seamlessly to deliver a series of devastating moves. In the end, it was ROWDY that emerged victorious, capturing the win and securing their spot in the AJPW's top tier.

The evening closed out with two more singles matches, starting with Great Muta taking on Gigantes. This bout saw both competitors showcasing their impressive strength and agility, with Muta ultimately emerging victorious in a thrilling 12:04.

Finally, Satoshi Kojima and Toshiaki Kawada faced off against Katsuhisa Fujii and Naoya Ogawa in a tag team match that showcased each competitor's technical prowess. The action was intense from start to finish, with Kojima and Kawada ultimately emerging victorious in an impressive 14:58.

Overall, this AJPW pay-per-view event was a true showcase of the promotion's top talent, with each match delivering on its promise of high-flying excitement and hard-hitting action. For fans of professional wrestling, this was an absolute must-see event that will be remembered for years to come.

Match Ratings:

  1. Hi69, Jimmy Yang, and Kaz Hayashi vs. Gran Hamada, Nobukazu Hirai, and Taichi Ishikari - 3.5/5
  2. George Hines, John Tenta, and Robbie Brookside vs. Hiroshi Hase, Masayuki Kono, and Shigeo Okumura - 4/5
  3. Turmeric Storm vs. Kintaro Kanemura and Tetsuhiro Kuroda - 4.5/5
  4. ROWDY vs. Hideki Hosaka and Kuroge Wagyuta - 4.5/5
  5. Kendo Kashin vs. Ryuji Hijikata - 3.5/5
  6. Arashi vs. Nobutaka Araya - 3.5/5
  7. ROWDY vs. Turmeric Storm - 4.5/5
  8. Great Muta vs. Gigantes - 4/5
  9. Satoshi Kojima and Toshiaki Kawada vs. Katsuhisa Fujii and Naoya Ogawa - 4.5/5

Overall Event Rating: 4.2/5

Card Details

  • Date: 19 Jul 2003
  • Promotion: All Japan Pro Wrestling
  • Arena: Nippon Budokan
  • Attendance: 15800
  • Type: Pay Per View
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 19 Jul 2003

Matches

  1. Hi69, Jimmy Yang and Kaz Hayashi defeat Gran Hamada, Nobukazu Hirai and Taichi Ishikari in a Six Man Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 10:58

  2. George Hines, John Tenta and Robbie Brookside defeat Hiroshi Hase, Masayuki Kono and Shigeo Okumura in a Six Man Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 17:35

  3. Turmeric Storm(C) defeat Kintaro Kanemura and Tetsuhiro Kuroda in a All Asia Tag Team Title League Match
    Match Time: 14:12

  4. ROWDY(C) defeat Hideki Hosaka and Kuroge Wagyuta in a All Asia Tag Team Title League Match
    Match Time: 13:34

  5. Kendo Kashin(C) defeat Ryuji Hijikata in a AJPW World Junior Heavyweight Title Match
    Match Time: 09:58

  6. Arashi defeat Nobutaka Araya in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 10:15

  7. ROWDY (Hirotaka Yokoi and Kohei Sato)(C) defeat Turmeric Storm in a All Asia Tag Team Title League Final Match

  8. Great Muta defeat Gigantes in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 12:04

  9. Satoshi Kojima and Toshiaki Kawada defeat Katsuhisa Fujii and Naoya Ogawa in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 14:58

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