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NJPW Best Of The Super Junior 31 - Tag 2
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- Tails Azimuth
NJPW Best of the Super Juniors 31 Report
Korakuen Hall, Tokyo, Japan - May 12th, 2024
Attendance: 1,267 (Online Stream)
Broadcast Date: May 12th, 2024
The penultimate night of NJPW's Best of the Super Juniors 31 tournament lived up to its billing as a thrilling and action-packed evening of professional wrestling. The packed Korakuen Hall was treated to eight matches that showcased the incredible talent and athleticism on display in this year's junior heavyweight division.
Match 1: Blake Christian vs. Kevin Knight
In the first bout of the evening, Blake Christian made his presence felt with a dominant performance against Kevin Knight. Christian's quickness and agility proved too much for Knight, as he secured the win via pinfall at 8 minutes and 27 seconds.
Match 2: Ninja Mack vs. Francesco Akira
The second match saw Ninja Mack overcome Francesco Akira in a hard-hitting contest. Mack's power and speed allowed him to gain the upper hand, leading to a decisive victory via pinfall in 7 minutes and 40 seconds.
Match 3: Clark Connors vs. HAYATA
Clark Connors continued his impressive run with a win over HAYATA, showcasing his technical prowess and physicality. The match concluded with Connors securing the pin at 8 minutes and 14 seconds.
Match 4: Robbie Eagles vs. Drilla Moloney
Robbie Eagles' aerial attacks proved too much for Drilla Moloney, as he claimed victory via pinfall in a thrilling 9-minute and 21-second contest.
Match 5: Yoshinobu Kanemaru vs. TJP
The crowd was electric as Yoshinobu Kanemaru took down TJP with a swift 2-minute and 18-second pin, demonstrating his experience and cunning.
Match 6: Taiji Ishimori vs. Dragon Dia
Taiji Ishimori's high-flying antics paid off against Dragon Dia, as he secured the win via pinfall in an exciting 4-minute and 58-second match.
Match 7: Titan vs. BUSHI
Titan flexed his muscles to overpower BUSHI, taking the victory via pinfall at 8 minutes and 43 seconds. This match showcased the power and resilience of both competitors.
Match 8-9: El Desperado vs. Kosei Fujita and DOUKI vs. Hiromu Takahashi
The night's main event saw two thrilling matches that concluded with El Desperado pinning Kosei Fujita at 17 minutes and 16 seconds, and DOUKI besting Hiromu Takahashi via pinfall in a grueling 16-minute and 35-second contest.
This penultimate night of the Best of the Super Juniors 31 tournament has set the stage for an unforgettable final show. The tension is palpable as the wrestlers vie for position ahead of the conclusion. Will our top contenders emerge victorious? Tune in next time to find out!
Card Details
- Date: 12 May 2024
- Promotion: New Japan Pro Wrestling
- Arena: Korakuen Hall
- Attendance: 1267
- Type: Online Stream
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 12 May 2024
Matches
Blake Christian defeat Kevin Knight in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block A Match
Match Time: 08:27Ninja Mack defeat Francesco Akira in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block B Match
Match Time: 07:40Clark Connors defeat HAYATA in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block A Match
Match Time: 08:14Robbie Eagles defeat Drilla Moloney in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block B Match
Match Time: 09:21Yoshinobu Kanemaru defeat TJP in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block A Match
Match Time: 02:18Taiji Ishimori defeat Dragon Dia in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block B Match
Match Time: 04:58Titan defeat BUSHI in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block A Match
Match Time: 08:43KUSHIDA defeat SHO in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block B Match
Match Time: 06:31El Desperado defeat Kosei Fujita in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block A Match
Match Time: 17:16DOUKI defeat Hiromu Takahashi in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block B Match
Match Time: 16:35