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NEW JAPAN PRO-WRESTLING PRESENTS A THRILLING TV-SHOW IN OSAKA!
The sun may have been setting on Osaka, but the energy in the packed Osaka-jo Hall was still electric as New Japan Pro-Wrestling presented a stacked card that would leave even the most discerning fan thoroughly entertained.
MATCH OF THE NIGHT: HIROMU TAKAHASHI VS. WILL OSPREAY
In what can only be described as a match for the ages, Hiromu Takahashi and Will Ospreay clashed in an unforgettable IWGP Junior Heavyweight Title encounter. The two high-flying phenoms left it all on the mat, trading near-falls and showcasing their incredible aerial abilities. In the end, Takahashi emerged victorious, retaining his title with a picture-perfect 450 splash.
JERicho TAKES DOWN NAITO
The self-proclaimed "Greatest of All Time" Chris Jericho continued to prove why he's still a force to be reckoned with in the world of professional wrestling. The Ayatollah of Pain clashed with Tetsuya Naito for the IWGP Intercontinental Title, and while both men gave it their all, Jericho ultimately emerged victorious.
OKADA FALLS TO OMEGA
In what was arguably the main event of the evening, Kenny Omega faced Kazuchika Okada in a thrilling IWGP Heavyweight Title No Time Limit Best Two Out Of Three Falls Match. The two rivals put on a show for the ages, with each man showcasing their incredible technical grappling skills and explosive striking ability. In the end, Omega emerged victorious, securing his second title reign.
SIX-MAN TAG TEAM CHAOS
The main event of the evening saw BULLET CLUB (Cody, Hangman Page, and Marty Scurll) take on Hiroshi Tanahashi, Jushin Thunder Liger, and Rey Mysterio Jr. in a wild six-man tag team match. The action was non-stop from start to finish, with each man bringing their unique brand of chaos to the ring.
SUZUKI-GUN DOMINATES
The evening kicked off with Suzuki-gun (El Desperado and Yoshinobu Kanemaru) defending their IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Titles against Roppongi 3K (SHO and YOH). The match was a barnburner, with both teams showcasing their incredible teamwork and technical grappling skills. In the end, Suzuki-gun emerged victorious, retaining their titles.
THREE-WAY CHAOS
The NEVER Openweight Title Three Way Match saw Michael Elgin clash with Hirooki Goto and Taichi in an intense encounter. The action was fast-paced from start to finish, with each man showcasing their incredible strength and agility.
YOUNG BUCKS SOAR TO NEW HEIGHTS
The IWGP Tag Team Titles were on the line as Young Bucks (Matt Jackson and Nick Jackson) faced off against Los Ingobernables de Japon. The match was a thrilling display of high-flying aerial action, with each team showcasing their incredible tag team chemistry.
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER
In conclusion, New Japan Pro-Wrestling's latest TV-show in Osaka was an absolute thrill ride from start to finish. Each match told its own unique story, and the overall card was a testament to the incredible talent and dedication of the NJPW roster. If you missed it, do yourself a favor and catch up on the action – but if you were lucky enough to be there live, then congratulations are in order: you witnessed something truly special.
RATING: 8.5/10
MATCH OF THE NIGHT: Hiromu Takahashi vs. Will Ospreay (IWGP Junior Heavyweight Title Match)
STORY OF THE NIGHT: Kenny Omega's victory over Kazuchika Okada to win the IWGP Heavyweight Title for the second time.
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Card Details
- Date: 09 Jun 2018
- Promotion: New Japan Pro Wrestling
- Arena: Osaka-Jo Hall
- Attendance: 11832
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 09 Jun 2018
Matches
Suzuki-gun (El Desperado and Yoshinobu Kanemaru)
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defeat Roppongi 3K (SHO and YOH) in a IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 09:29David Finlay and Juice Robinson defeat CHAOS (Jay White and YOSHI-HASHI) in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 07:26Suzuki-gun (Minoru Suzuki and Zack Sabre Jr.) defeat CHAOS (Tomohiro Ishii and Toru Yano) in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 08:42Michael Elgin
(C)
defeat Hirooki Goto and Taichi in a NEVER Openweight Title Three Way MatchYoung Bucks (Matt Jackson and Nick Jackson)
(C)
defeat Los Ingobernables de Japon in a IWGP Tag Team Title MatchBULLET CLUB (Cody, Hangman Page and Marty Scurll) defeat Hiroshi Tanahashi, Jushin Thunder Liger and Rey Mysterio Jr. in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 11:35Hiromu Takahashi
(C)
defeat Will Ospreay in a IWGP Junior Heavyweight Title MatchChris Jericho
(C)
defeat Tetsuya Naito in a IWGP Intercontinental Title MatchKenny Omega
(C)
defeat Kazuchika Okada in a IWGP Heavyweight Title No Time Limit Best Two Out Of Three Falls Match