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ZOHASH.COM EXCLUSIVE PRO WRESTLING REPORT

NJPW "FIGHTING SPIRIT" PPV EVENT REVIEW

Tokyo, Japan - February 15th, 2009 - The Ryogoku Kokugikan was abuzz with excitement as New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) presented their latest pay-per-view extravaganza, "Fighting Spirit". A sold-out crowd of 9,300 fans witnessed a star-studded card featuring some of the world's top professional wrestlers. Our correspondent, yours truly, was ringside to capture all the action.

MATCH #1: IWGP JUNIOR HEAVYWEIGHT TAG TEAM TITLE #1 CONTENDERSHIP FOUR-WAY MATCH

NO LIMIT (Tetsuya Naito and Yujiro) successfully navigated a treacherous four-way dance to claim the top contendership spot. Prince Devitt and Ryusuke Taguchi, World Class Tag Team (Gedo and Jado), and Unione (Milano Collection AT and Taichi Ishikari) all vied for the coveted title shot. In the end, NO LIMIT emerged victorious in a thrilling 9:04 contest.

MATCH #2: EIGHT-MAN TAG TEAM MATCH

The New Japan Eight-Man Tag Team Match featured an intriguing mix of veteran stars and up-and-coming talent. Great Bash Heel (Karl Anderson, Takashi Iizuka, Tomoaki Honma, and Tomohiro Ishii) faced off against Manabu Nakanishi, Mitsuhide Hirasawa, Riki Choshu, and Wataru Inoue. The result was a well-executed 7:17 match that saw the good guys come out on top.

MATCH #3: TAG TEAM MATCH

Beer Money Inc. (James Storm and Robert Roode) made their NJPW debut, teaming with Legend (AKIRA and Masahiro Chono). This highly competitive bout saw the American duo emerge victorious in a 9:22 contest that showcased their impressive teamwork.

MATCH #4: IWGP JUNIOR HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE MATCH

In what was arguably the most anticipated match of the evening, Tiger Mask successfully defended his title against the legendary Jushin Thunder Liger. The two competitors engaged in a thrilling 11:22 battle that saw Tiger Mask emerge victorious.

MATCH #5: SINGLES MATCH

Hirooki Goto's challenge to Yuji Nagata was met with a stern rejection as the latter secured a hard-fought victory in a 16:57 contest that tested both men's endurance.

MATCH #6: CMLL WORLD WELTERWEIGHT TITLE MATCH

Mexican luchador Mistico successfully defended his title against Mephisto in a high-flying, back-and-forth 12:01 encounter.

MATCH #7: SINGLES MATCH

Giant Bernard's attempt to dethrone Kurt Angle was foiled as the Olympic gold medalist secured a convincing win in a 14:19 contest that showcased his impressive strength and agility.

MATCH #8: IWGP TAG TEAM TITLE HARDCORE MATCH

The always-entertaining Team 3D (Brother Devon and Brother Ray) faced off against Most Violent Players (Togi Makabe and Toru Yano) in a chaotic, no-holds-barred hardcore match. In the end, the veteran duo emerged victorious in a 17:50 contest that left both teams battered and bruised.

MAIN EVENT: IWGP HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE MATCH

The evening's main event saw Hiroshi Tanahashi put his title on the line against Shinsuke Nakamura. In a closely contested bout that featured both men trading near-falls, Tanahashi emerged victorious in a 24:26 contest that showcased their exceptional skill and athleticism.

Overall, "Fighting Spirit" was an outstanding pay-per-view event that featured a mix of thrilling matches, impressive performances, and memorable moments. NJPW fans are sure to be eagerly anticipating the next installment of this popular series. For your exclusive ZOHASH.COM coverage of all things professional wrestling, stay tuned!

Card Details

  • Date: 15 Feb 2009
  • Promotion: New Japan Pro Wrestling
  • Arena: Ryogoku Kokugikan
  • Attendance: 9300
  • Type: Pay Per View
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 15 Feb 2009

Matches

  1. NO LIMIT (Tetsuya Naito and Yujiro) defeat Prince Devitt and Ryusuke Taguchi, World Class Tag Team (Gedo and Jado) and Unione (Milano Collection AT and Taichi Ishikari) in a IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Title #1 Contendership Four Way Match
    Match Time: 09:04

  2. Manabu Nakanishi, Mitsuhide Hirasawa, Riki Choshu and Wataru Inoue defeat Great Bash Heel (Karl Anderson, Takashi Iizuka, Tomoaki Honma and Tomohiro Ishii) in a Eight Man Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 07:17

  3. Beer Money Inc. (James Storm and Robert Roode) defeat Legend (AKIRA and Masahiro Chono) in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 09:22

  4. Tiger Mask(C) defeat Jushin Thunder Liger in a IWGP Junior Heavyweight Title Match
    Match Time: 11:22

  5. Yuji Nagata defeat Hirooki Goto in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 16:57

  6. Mistico(C) defeat Mephisto in a CMLL World Welterweight Title Match
    Match Time: 12:01

  7. Kurt Angle defeat Giant Bernard in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 14:19

  8. Team 3D (Brother Devon and Brother Ray)(C) defeat Most Violent Players (Togi Makabe and Toru Yano) in a IWGP Tag Team Title Hardcore Match
    Match Time: 17:50

  9. Hiroshi Tanahashi(C) defeat Shinsuke Nakamura in a IWGP Heavyweight Title Match
    Match Time: 24:26

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