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ZOHASH.COM EXCLUSIVE: NJPW's G1 Climax 2014 Delivers Thrills and Upsets at the Bodymaker Colosseum
Osaka, Japan - The sun may have been setting over the Bodymaker Colosseum, but the energy was still electric as New Japan Pro Wrestling presented its annual G1 Climax tournament. With a packed house of 7,500 fans on hand, NJPW's top talent delivered a thrilling show that will be remembered for months to come.
The Early Birds
The opening matches set the tone for what would be an incredible evening. Tomohiro Ishii and Davey Boy Smith Jr. kicked things off in Block A action, with Ishii emerging victorious in a hard-hitting 10:24 affair. Meanwhile, Hiroyoshi Tenzan made quick work of Toru Yano in Block B, wrapping up their bout in just 4:33.
Middleweight Mayhem
As the night wore on, we saw some real surprises. Yuji Nagata pulled off a stunning upset over Shelton Benjamin in Block A, while Satoshi Kojima dispatched Doc Gallows in another A-block matchup. These early wins set the stage for bigger things to come from these competitors.
Block B Battles
The real excitement began when Hirooki Goto took down Tetsuya Naito in a thrilling 12:21 match. AJ Styles continued his impressive run with a win over Lance Archer, and Minoru Suzuki proved too much for Togi Makabe, finishing him off in 12:21.
Main Event Mayhem
As the main event approaches, the tension mounted. Kazuchika Okada earned a hard-fought victory over Yujiro Takahashi in Block B, while Katsuyori Shibata edged Tomoaki Honma in another A-block match. And then, there was Hiroshi Tanahashi - the Ace of NJPW - who battled it out with Shinsuke Nakamura in what would be the match of the night.
Tanahashi vs. Nakamura: A Masterclass
In a 17:00 spectacle that will be remembered for years to come, Tanahashi and Nakamura put on a show for the ages. These two wrestling icons traded near-falls and counters in an exhibition of technical skill and sheer athleticism. In the end, it was Tanahashi who emerged victorious, but both competitors earned our respect with their incredible performance.
G1 Climax 2014: A Tournament to Remember
As we look back on this unforgettable night, one thing is clear: NJPW's G1 Climax 2014 has set a new standard for professional wrestling. With so many memorable matches and shocking upsets, it's no wonder that fans around the world are still buzzing about what they saw.
ZOHASH.COM GRADE: A+
There you have it - our exclusive report from NJPW's G1 Climax 2014. Don't miss our in-depth analysis of each match and the impact this tournament will have on the wrestling world. Stay tuned for more updates from Zohash.com!
Card Details
- Date: 03 Aug 2014
- Promotion: New Japan Pro Wrestling
- Arena: Bodymaker Colosseum
- Attendance: 7500
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 03 Aug 2014
Matches
Tomohiro Ishii defeat Davey Boy Smith Jr. in a G1 Climax 2014 Block A Match
Match Time: 10:24Hiroyoshi Tenzan defeat Toru Yano in a G1 Climax 2014 Block B Match
Match Time: 04:33Yuji Nagata defeat Shelton Benjamin in a G1 Climax 2014 Block A Match
Match Time: 10:52Satoshi Kojima defeat Doc Gallows in a G1 Climax 2014 Block A Match
Match Time: 07:11Hirooki Goto defeat Tetsuya Naito in a G1 Climax 2014 Block B Match
Match Time: 12:21AJ Styles defeat Lance Archer in a G1 Climax 2014 Block B Match
Match Time: 12:52Minoru Suzuki defeat Togi Makabe in a G1 Climax 2014 Block B Match
Match Time: 12:21Katsuyori Shibata defeat Tomoaki Honma in a G1 Climax 2014 Block A Match
Match Time: 10:47Kazuchika Okada defeat Yujiro Takahashi in a G1 Climax 2014 Block B Match
Match Time: 12:49Hiroshi Tanahashi defeat Shinsuke Nakamura in a G1 Climax 2014 Block A Match
Match Time: 17:00