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NJPW G1 Climax 2007 ~Winner Take All~ - Tag 6
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ZOHASH.com EXCLUSIVE REPORT
G1 Climax 2007 Final: Tanahashi Emerges Victorious in Thrilling Showdown
Tokyo, Japan - In a highly anticipated match, Hiroshi Tanahashi emerged victorious in the G1 Climax 2007 Final against Yuji Nagata, securing his spot as the top contender for the IWGP Heavyweight Championship. The event, held at the Ryogoku Kokugikan, drew an impressive attendance of 11,500 fans eager to witness the culmination of the prestigious tournament.
Singles Action Kicks Off the Card
The night began with Tetsuya Naito besting Mitsuhide Hirasawa in a solid singles match. The young gun from Strong Style managed to put away his opponent in a mere 7:26, showcasing his impressive athleticism and technical prowess.
Six-Man Chaos Ensues
Next up, the six-man tag team match between Samurai Gym (El Samurai, Ryusuke Taguchi, and Yujiro) and CTU (Gedo, Jado, and Jushin Thunder Liger) provided a thrilling opening salvo. The high-flying action was on full display as all six competitors gave it their all, ultimately resulting in a win for the good guys at 9:31.
G1 Climax Semi-Finals Underway
The main event of the evening arrived with the G1 Climax 2007 semi-finals, featuring Hiroshi Tanahashi taking on Togi Makabe. Tanahashi's experience and skill proved too much for his opponent, as he secured a hard-fought victory at 15:34.
Following this match, Yuji Nagata and Shinsuke Nakamura clashed in the other semi-final bout. Nagata's impressive grappling skills allowed him to gain an upper hand, ultimately resulting in a win at 18:22.
Tag Team Action
The evening's mid-card action saw Italy Brothers (Milano Collection AT and Minoru) besting Koji Kanemoto and Tiger Mask in a competitive tag team match. The veteran duo proved too much for their opponents, securing the win at 13:24.
A pair of tag team matches followed, with Riki Choshu and Shiro Koshinaka defeating Great Bash Heel (Hiroyoshi Tenzan and Toru Yano) in a swift 7:22, while Akebono, Giant Bernard, and Masahiro Chono emerged victorious against Manabu Nakanishi, Naofumi Yamamoto, and Takashi Iizuka at 18:37.
G1 Climax Final Showdown
The stage was set for the main event as Hiroshi Tanahashi faced off against Yuji Nagata in the G1 Climax 2007 Final. In a match that showcased both competitors' skills and determination, Tanahashi ultimately emerged victorious at 19:02.
With this win, Tanahashi earns a shot at the IWGP Heavyweight Championship, marking a major milestone in his illustrious career. The event concluded with an impressive attendance of 11,500 fans, leaving them eager to see what the future holds for New Japan Pro Wrestling.
Stay tuned to ZOHASH.com for exclusive coverage and analysis of this monumental event!
Card Details
- Date: 12 Aug 2007
- Promotion: New Japan Pro Wrestling
- Arena: Ryogoku Kokugikan
- Attendance: 11500
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 12 Aug 2007
Matches
Tetsuya Naito defeat Mitsuhide Hirasawa in a Singles Match
Match Time: 07:26Samurai Gym (El Samurai, Ryusuke Taguchi and Yujiro) defeat CTU (Gedo, Jado and Jushin Thunder Liger) in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 09:31Hiroshi Tanahashi defeat Togi Makabe in a G1 Climax 2007 Semi Final Match
Match Time: 15:34Yuji Nagata defeat Shinsuke Nakamura in a G1 Climax 2007 Semi Final Match
Match Time: 18:22Italy Brothers (Milano Collection AT and Minoru) defeat Koji Kanemoto and Tiger Mask in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 13:24Riki Choshu and Shiro Koshinaka defeat Great Bash Heel (Hiroyoshi Tenzan and Toru Yano) in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 07:22Akebono, Giant Bernard and Masahiro Chono defeat Manabu Nakanishi, Naofumi Yamamoto and Takashi Iizuka in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 18:37Hiroshi Tanahashi defeat Yuji Nagata in a G1 Climax 2007 Final Match
Match Time: 19:02