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NJPW Best Of The Super Junior 31 - Tag 6
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- Tails Azimuth
NJPW's Nagoya Congress Center Event Hall Showcases Talented Undercard
In a star-studded online stream from the Nagoya Congress Center Event Hall, New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) presented an electrifying undercard that showcased the promotion's next generation of talent. The May 18th event featured the first round matches of the Best of the Super Junior 31 tournament, with several competitors making early statements in this highly competitive competition.
The action began with Drilla Moloney overcoming Francesco Akira in Block B, Moloney's grappling prowess proving too much for the Italian wrestler to handle. The Dublin native secured the win via pinfall after a devastating rolling thunder, demonstrating his well-rounded skillset and leaving fans eager to see what he has in store for the tournament.
BUSHI, representing Japan, kicked off the A-Block action by defeating Kosei Fujita with a textbook armbar submission. This victory solidified BUSHI's status as one of the early favorites in the tournament, and his impressive grappling ability made him a formidable opponent moving forward.
In another Block B match, DOUKI proved why he is considered one of the top young prospects in NJPW by defeating Dragon Dia with a swift armbar submission. This win further solidified DOUKI's position as a dark horse contender for the tournament title.
Yoshinobu Kanemaru, known for his technical prowess, took down Kevin Knight in Block A with a clever roll-up. This victory showcased Kanemaru's ability to adapt and capitalize on his opponents' mistakes, making him an intriguing candidate for the top of the block standings.
KUSHIDA made quick work of Taiji Ishimori in Block B, finishing the match with a swift armbar submission in just 2:33. This dominant performance highlighted KUSHIDA's exceptional grappling skills and put him firmly in contention to make a deep run in the tournament.
In one of the most competitive matches of the evening, Clark Connors edged out Titan in Block A with an impressive series of high-impact moves. The American wrestler showcased his athleticism and power, making him an attractive prospect moving forward.
Hiromu Takahashi, a fan favorite, continued his winning streak by defeating Ninja Mack in Block B with a picture-perfect 450 Splash. This victory solidified Takahashi's position as one of the top contenders in the tournament, and fans eagerly await his next move.
TJP made history by becoming the first wrestler to make it past the first round in the Best of the Super Junior tournament, defeating HAYATA in Block A with a thrilling match that saw both competitors give their all. This victory showcased TJP's resilience and adaptability, as he overcame an early deficit to secure the win.
Robbie Eagles made his return to NJPW by defeating SHO in Block B with a decisive pinfall. This victory marked a triumphant comeback for Eagles, who had been sidelined due to injury; fans are eager to see what he has in store for the remainder of the tournament.
Finally, El Desperado proved why he is considered one of the top contenders for the Best of the Super Junior title by defeating Blake Christian in Block A with an impressive 18:11 match. This dominant performance showcased Desperado's exceptional technical skillset and left fans wondering if he can continue his winning streak throughout the tournament.
In a highly competitive opening show, NJPW's Best of the Super Junior 31 tournament has officially kicked off in thrilling fashion. With so many talented wrestlers remaining in the competition, fans can expect an electrifying ride as these competitors battle it out for the top spot on the podium.
Card Details
- Date: 18 May 2024
- Promotion: New Japan Pro Wrestling
- Arena: Nagoya Congress Center Event Hall
- Attendance: 1596
- Type: Online Stream
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 18 May 2024
Matches
Drilla Moloney defeat Francesco Akira in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block B Match
Match Time: 04:38BUSHI defeat Kosei Fujita in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block A Match
Match Time: 05:32DOUKI defeat Dragon Dia in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block B Match
Match Time: 05:28Yoshinobu Kanemaru defeat Kevin Knight in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block A Match
Match Time: 06:50KUSHIDA defeat Taiji Ishimori in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block B Match
Match Time: 02:33Clark Connors defeat Titan in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block A Match
Match Time: 07:52Hiromu Takahashi defeat Ninja Mack in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block B Match
Match Time: 09:10TJP defeat HAYATA in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block A Match
Match Time: 13:01Robbie Eagles defeat SHO in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block B Match
Match Time: 14:40El Desperado defeat Blake Christian in a Best Of The Super Junior 31 Block A Match
Match Time: 18:11