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ZOHASH.com EXCLUSIVE PRO-WRESTLING REPORT
**New Japan Pro Wrestling Presents... "BUSHIDO"! **
August 3rd, 2002 - Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium, Osaka, Japan
A packed house of 6,200 enthusiastic fans witnessed an unforgettable evening of professional wrestling as New Japan Pro Wrestling brought forth their latest Pay Per View extravaganza, "Bushido"!
Tag Team Mayhem to Kick Things Off!
The night began with a high-energy Tag Team Match pitting Masahito Kakihara and Masayuki Naruse against Blue Wolf and Wataru Inoue. The action was fast-paced from the opening bell, with both teams trading holds and near-falls. In the end, it was Kakihara and Naruse who emerged victorious, pinning their opponents in a thrilling 5:50.
Six-Man Mayhem Ensues!
The first of three Block A matches saw TEAM2000 (Gedo, Jado, and Koji Kanemoto) take on El Samurai, Jushin Thunder Liger, and Minoru Tanaka. This six-man free-for-all was a showcase for the technical prowess of all involved, with each team showcasing their unique blend of skills. In the end, TEAM2000's experience and cohesion proved too much, as they secured the win in an impressive 14:32.
G1 Climax Action Heats Up!
The main event focus shifted to the G1 Climax tournament, where Hiroshi Tanahashi faced off against Shiro Koshinaka. Tanahashi, seeking to prove his mettle, dominated the early going before Koshinaka launched a spirited comeback. In the end, Tanahashi's sheer power and athleticism earned him the win in 8:52.
Next up was Hiroyoshi Tenzan versus Yutaka Yoshie in another Block A match. This contest featured two of NJPW's most physically gifted competitors going toe-to-toe, with neither giving an inch. In a stunning upset, Tenzan managed to outlast Yoshie, securing the win in 15:53.
More G1 Climax Action!
In Block B, Kenzo Suzuki took on Tadao Yasuda in a match that saw the veteran Suzuki prove his value by quickly dispatching his opponent. The pin came at just 37 seconds, showcasing Suzuki's continued dominance.
Meanwhile, Manabu Nakanishi found himself in a thrilling draw with Osamu Nishimura, the two competitors unable to separate themselves before the time limit expired at 30:00.
Rounding out the G1 Climax action was Yuji Nagata versus Masahiro Chono. This intense match saw both men push each other to their limits, but in the end, Nagata's cunning and agility earned him the win in 16:00.
Kensuke Sasaki Stands Tall!
In the penultimate match of the evening, Kensuke Sasaki faced off against Yoshihiro Takayama. This clash of the titans saw both men trading blows and near-falls before Sasaki's sheer strength and resilience allowed him to secure the win in 12:11.
The Main Event Stunner!
And finally, in a match that stole the show, Hiroshi Tanahashi took on Shiro Koshinaka in another Block A G1 Climax contest. This was an instant classic, with both men putting everything on the line. In the end, Tanahashi emerged victorious once more, this time by way of a stunning 16:00 pin.
And that's it for "Bushido"! Another unforgettable night of professional wrestling from New Japan Pro Wrestling. For all the latest news and analysis, stay tuned to ZOHASH.com!
Card Details
- Date: 03 Aug 2002
- Promotion: New Japan Pro Wrestling
- Arena: Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium
- Attendance: 6200
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 03 Aug 2002
Matches
Masahito Kakihara and Masayuki Naruse defeat Blue Wolf and Wataru Inoue in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 05:50TEAM2000 (Gedo, Jado and Koji Kanemoto) defeat El Samurai, Jushin Thunder Liger and Minoru Tanaka in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 14:32Hiroshi Tanahashi defeat Shiro Koshinaka in a G1 Climax 2002 Block A Match
Match Time: 08:52Hiroyoshi Tenzan defeat Yutaka Yoshie in a G1 Climax 2002 Block A Match
Match Time: 15:53Kenzo Suzuki defeat Tadao Yasuda in a G1 Climax 2002 Block B Match
Match Time: 00:37Manabu Nakanishi Time Limit Draw Osamu Nishimura in a G1 Climax 2002 Block B Match
Match Time: 30:00Yuji Nagata defeat Masahiro Chono in a G1 Climax 2002 Block B Match
Match Time: 16:00Kensuke Sasaki defeat Yoshihiro Takayama in a G1 Climax 2002 Block A Match
Match Time: 12:11