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NJPW G1 Climax 2008 ~ Heroes of Supremacy - Tag 7
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ZOHASH.COM EXCLUSIVE: NJPW's "G1 Climax 2008" PPV Event Review
Ryogoku Kokugikan, Tokyo, Japan - August 17th, 2008 - In front of a packed crowd of 11,500 fans, New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) presented its highly-anticipated "G1 Climax 2008" pay-per-view event. The stacked card featured some of the promotion's top talent in action-packed matches that left the audience on the edge of their seats.
Match 1: Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Hiroyoshi Tenzan (G1 Climax 2008 Block B Match)
The show opened with a thrilling encounter between up-and-coming star Shinsuke Nakamura and veteran powerhouse Hiroyoshi Tenzan. In a match that showcased both men's incredible athleticism, Nakamura emerged victorious, pinning Tenzan after a lightning-fast roll-up in 12:16. This contest set the tone for an action-packed evening.
Match 2: Toshiaki Kawada vs. Yutaka Yoshie (G1 Climax 2008 Block B Match)
Next up was a battle of wits between grappling guru Toshiaki Kawada and agile underdog Yutaka Yoshie. In a match that saw both competitors give it their all, the time limit expired at 30:00, resulting in a draw. This outcome did little to dampen the excitement, as both men earned praise for their impressive performances.
Match 3: Hirooki Goto vs. Yuji Nagata (G1 Climax 2008 Block B Match)
Hirooki Goto and Yuji Nagata engaged in an intense matchup that saw Goto ultimately come out on top after a series of near-falls. The submission specialist's victory was secured via armbar in 12:12, solidifying his position as a top contender in the block.
Match 4: Wataru Inoue vs. Giant Bernard (G1 Climax 2008 Block A Match)
In a stunning upset, Wataru Inoue bested the formidable Giant Bernard via pinfall in just 7:32. This rapid-fire contest showcased Inoue's incredible agility and quickness, as well as Bernard's brute strength.
Match 5: Hiroshi Tanahashi vs. Shinjiro Otani (G1 Climax 2008 Block A Match)
The charismatic Hiroshi Tanahashi continued his winning streak by defeating Shinjiro Otani in a thrilling encounter. Tanahashi secured the pin after a picture-perfect Dragon Suplex, finishing the match at 12:44.
Match 6: Togi Makabe vs. Satoshi Kojima (G1 Climax 2008 Block A Match)
In another hard-hitting contest, Togi Makabe edged out Satoshi Kojima via pinfall in 12:26. This matchup featured both competitors trading blows and near-falls, ultimately leading to Makabe's well-deserved victory.
Match 7: Great Bash Heel vs. Manabu Nakanishi, Ryusuke Taguchi, Tetsuya Naito, Tiger Mask, and Yujiro (Ten-Man Tag Team Match)
The evening's penultimate contest saw the heels of Great Bash Heel (Gedo, Jado, Karl Anderson, Takashi Iizuka, and Toru Yano) take on a quintet of talented competitors. The chaotic match featured plenty of high-flying action and near-falls, ultimately resulting in the bad guys emerging victorious after 13:53.
Match 8: Hirooki Goto vs. Togi Makabe (G1 Climax 2008 Final Match)
In the evening's main event, Hirooki Goto clashed with Togi Makabe for all the marbles. This grueling contest saw both competitors give it their all, ultimately resulting in Goto securing the win via pinfall after a devastating Shining Wizard in 22:25.
Final Thoughts
NJPW's "G1 Climax 2008" event was an absolute thrill ride from start to finish. With its stacked card featuring some of the promotion's top talent, this PPV event had something for everyone. The evening's main event, in particular, showcased Goto's exceptional grappling skills and determination. As we look ahead to future events, one thing is clear: these competitors will be gunning for each other in a quest for supremacy.
Rating: 4.5/5
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Card Details
- Date: 17 Aug 2008
- Promotion: New Japan Pro Wrestling
- Arena: Ryogoku Kokugikan
- Attendance: 11500
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Taped
Matches
Shinsuke Nakamura defeat Hiroyoshi Tenzan in a G1 Climax 2008 Block B Match
Match Time: 12:16Toshiaki Kawada Time Limit Draw Yutaka Yoshie in a G1 Climax 2008 Block B Match
Match Time: 30:00Hirooki Goto defeat Yuji Nagata in a G1 Climax 2008 Block B Match
Match Time: 12:12Wataru Inoue defeat Giant Bernard in a G1 Climax 2008 Block A Match
Match Time: 07:32Hiroshi Tanahashi defeat Shinjiro Otani in a G1 Climax 2008 Block A Match
Match Time: 12:44Togi Makabe defeat Satoshi Kojima in a G1 Climax 2008 Block A Match
Match Time: 12:26Great Bash Heel (Gedo, Jado, Karl Anderson, Takashi Iizuka and Toru Yano) defeat Manabu Nakanishi, Ryusuke Taguchi, Tetsuya Naito, Tiger Mask and Yujiro in a Ten Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 13:53Hirooki Goto defeat Togi Makabe in a G1 Climax 2008 Final Match
Match Time: 22:25