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NJPW's "King of the Hills" Pay Per View Report

Fukuoka Convention Center, Fukuoka, Japan - October 26th, 2002

In front of a sold-out crowd of 6,000, New Japan Pro Wrestling presented its latest pay-per-view extravaganza, "King of the Hills". The event featured a stacked card with a mix of established stars and up-and-coming talent. Let's dive into the action-packed report.

Opening Bout: Jack The Bull vs. Toru Yano

The night kicked off with a swift and decisive victory for Jack The Bull, who defeated Toru Yano in just 1 minute and 49 seconds. This was an ideal opening match to get the crowd engaged and set the tone for the rest of the evening.

Six-Man Tag Team Mayhem: El Samurai, Shiro Koshinaka, and Wataru Inoue vs. TEAM2000 (Gedo, Hiro Saito, and Jado)

In a thrilling six-man tag team match, El Samurai, Shiro Koshinaka, and Wataru Inoue put their collective skills to the test against the seasoned trio of Gedo, Hiro Saito, and Jado. The high-flying action and technical exchanges kept the crowd enthralled until the victors emerged victorious in 7 minutes and 21 seconds.

Singles Action: Scott Norton vs. Blue Wolf

Scott Norton made quick work of Blue Wolf, securing a pinfall victory in just 4 minutes and 37 seconds. This bout showcased Norton's strength and power, effectively silencing any doubters about his ability to dominate smaller opponents.

Tag Team Tussle: Minoru Fujita and Shinya Makabe vs. Masahito Kakihara and Masayuki Naruse

The tag team match saw Minoru Fujita and Shinya Makabe overcome the challenges posed by Masahito Kakihara and Masayuki Naruse in a swift 3 minutes and 58 seconds. This was an excellent display of teamwork and coordination from the winning duo.

Junior Triathlon Survivor Tournament Semi-Final: Heat, Jushin Thunder Liger, and Tiger Mask vs. American Dragon and Havana Pitbulls

The semi-final match of the Junior Triathlon Survivor Tournament featured a star-studded lineup, with Heat, Jushin Thunder Liger, and Tiger Mask emerging victorious against American Dragon and Havana Pitbulls. This bout was an exhilarating showcase of aerial acrobatics and quick reflexes.

Tag Team Tussle: King Of The Hills (Hiroshi Tanahashi and Kenzo Suzuki) vs. GREAT MUTA and Joanie Laurer

The tag team match saw King Of The Hills (Hiroshi Tanahashi and Kenzo Suzuki) overcome the unorthodox duo of GREAT MUTA and Joanie Laurer in 4 minutes and 52 seconds. This was an entertaining display of teamwork, power, and adaptability from the winners.

IWGP Junior Heavyweight Title Match: Koji Kanemoto vs. Bas Rutten

Koji Kanemoto successfully defended his IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship against Bas Rutten in a thrilling match that lasted 10 minutes and 11 seconds. This was an excellent display of technical grappling and submission prowess from both competitors.

Ten-Man Tag Team Singles Elimination Match: Makai Club (Kazunari Murakami, Makai #1, Makai #2, Ryushi Yanagisawa, and Tadao Yasuda) vs. Hiroyoshi Tenzan, Manabu Nakanishi, Osamu Nishimura, Takashi Iizuka, and Yutaka Yoshie

The main event featured a chaotic ten-man tag team singles elimination match, with Makai Club emerging victorious after a 23-minute and 48-second battle. This was an excellent display of teamwork, strategy, and individual skill from the winning quintet.

IWGP Heavyweight Title Match: Yuji Nagata vs. Masahiro Chono (Time Limit Draw)

In the main event, Yuji Nagata and Masahiro Chono faced off for the IWGP Heavyweight Championship in a time limit draw that lasted 1 hour exactly. This was an intense and evenly matched bout that showcased the technical prowess and endurance of both competitors.

Closing Thoughts

NJPW's "King of the Hills" pay-per-view event delivered a stacked card with something for everyone. From the opening match to the main event, each bout featured its unique blend of action, drama, and excitement. The event was a testament to NJPW's ability to consistently produce high-quality matches that cater to fans from all walks.

ZOHASH.COM RATING

Event: 8/10

Matches: 7.5/10

Overall: 8.5/10

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Card Details

  • Date: 26 Oct 2002
  • Promotion: New Japan Pro Wrestling
  • Arena: Fukuoka Convention Center
  • Attendance: 6000
  • Type: Pay Per View
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 26 Oct 2002

Matches

  1. Jack The Bull defeat Toru Yano in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 01:49

  2. El Samurai, Shiro Koshinaka and Wataru Inoue defeat TEAM2000 (Gedo, Hiro Saito and Jado) in a Six Man Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 07:21

  3. Scott Norton defeat Blue Wolf in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 04:37

  4. Minoru Fujita and Shinya Makabe defeat Masahito Kakihara and Masayuki Naruse in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 03:58

  5. Heat, Jushin Thunder Liger and Tiger Mask defeat American Dragon and Havana Pitbulls in a Junior Triathlon Survivor Tournament Semi Final Match
    Match Time: 15:00

  6. King Of The Hills (Hiroshi Tanahashi and Kenzo Suzuki) defeat GREAT MUTA and Joanie Laurer in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 04:52

  7. Koji Kanemoto(C) defeat Bas Rutten in a IWGP Junior Heavyweight Title Match
    Match Time: 10:11

  8. Makai Club (Kazunari Murakami, Makai #1, Makai #2, Ryushi Yanagisawa and Tadao Yasuda) defeat Hiroyoshi Tenzan, Manabu Nakanishi, Osamu Nishimura, Takashi Iizuka and Yutaka Yoshie in a Ten Man Tag Team Singles Elimination Match
    Match Time: 23:48

  9. Yuji Nagata(C) Time Limit Draw Masahiro Chono in a IWGP Heavyweight Title Match
    Match Time: 01:00:00

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