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New Japan Pro Wrestling Delivers Thrilling Card at EDION Arena Osaka
In the world of professional wrestling, there's no better feeling than witnessing a stacked card come to life. Last night at the EDION Arena Osaka in Osaka, Japan, New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) did just that, delivering an electrifying show that left fans on the edge of their seats.
Tag Team Mayhem
The action began with a pair of high-flying tag team matches that showcased the talents of some of NJPW's top tandems. BULLET CLUB's Bad Luck Fale and Tanga Loa picked up the win over CHAOS' SHO and YOSHI-HASHI, while Suzuki-Gun's El Desperado and Minoru Suzuki outlasted Chase Owens and Hangman Page.
These matches were all about speed and agility, with each team trading near-falls and showcasing their impressive aerial attacks. Fale and Loa's chemistry was particularly noteworthy, as they worked in tandem to secure the victory.
G1 Climax 2018 Takes Center Stage
As the evening wore on, the focus shifted to NJPW's flagship tournament, G1 Climax 2018. In Block B, SANADA notched a win over Toru Yano, while Hirooki Goto and Zack Sabre Jr. both picked up victories against Tama Tonga and Juice Robinson, respectively.
However, it was Tomohiro Ishii who stole the show with his thrilling match against Kenny Omega. The two competitors went toe-to-toe for 22 minutes, exchanging near-falls and displaying incredible resilience. In the end, Ishii emerged victorious, proving that he's a force to be reckoned with in this year's G1.
Main Event Magic
The night concluded with an absolute barnburner between Kota Ibushi and Tetsuya Naito. The two stars clashed in a 25-minute masterpiece that left fans cheering long after the final bell. Ibushi's aerial attacks and Naito's cunning submission attempts made for a thrilling contest, with each man giving it his all.
In the end, Ibushi emerged victorious, solidifying his position as one of NJPW's top stars. As the crowd filed out of the EDION Arena Osaka, they were left buzzing about what they had just witnessed – a truly unforgettable night of professional wrestling.
Final Thoughts
Last night's show in Osaka was an absolute success, with each match telling a unique story and showcasing the incredible talent on display. With G1 Climax 2018 heating up, NJPW fans have plenty to look forward to in the coming weeks. If you missed out on this thrilling card, be sure to catch up – but if you were lucky enough to attend, I'm sure the memories will stay with you for a long time.
Grade: A-
Recommendation: Don't miss G1 Climax 2018 – it's shaping up to be one of NJPW's best tournaments in years. And if you're looking for a taste of what went down in Osaka, check out our exclusive match highlights and analysis on Zohash.com.
Card Details
- Date: 04 Aug 2018
- Promotion: New Japan Pro Wrestling
- Arena: EDION Arena Osaka
- Attendance: 5500
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 04 Aug 2018
Matches
BULLET CLUB (Bad Luck Fale and Tanga Loa) defeat CHAOS (SHO and YOSHI-HASHI) in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 05:34Suzuki-gun (El Desperado and Minoru Suzuki) defeat BULLET CLUB (Chase Owens and Hangman Page) in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 08:05CHAOS (Jay White and YOH) defeat Toa Henare and Togi Makabe in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 07:07David Finlay and Michael Elgin defeat Hiroshi Tanahashi and Shota Umino in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 08:21Los Ingobernables de Japon (BUSHI and EVIL) defeat CHAOS (Gedo and Kazuchika Okada) in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 06:17SANADA defeat Toru Yano in a G1 Climax 2018 Block B Match
Match Time: 05:22Hirooki Goto defeat Tama Tonga in a G1 Climax 2018 Block B Match
Match Time: 11:15Zack Sabre Jr. defeat Juice Robinson in a G1 Climax 2018 Block B Match
Match Time: 13:39Tomohiro Ishii defeat Kenny Omega in a G1 Climax 2018 Block B Match
Match Time: 22:42Kota Ibushi defeat Tetsuya Naito in a G1 Climax 2018 Block B Match
Match Time: 25:09