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ZOHASH EXCLUSIVE: New Japan Pro Wrestling's G1 Climax 2023 Continues with Thrilling Matches in Takamatsu!
By Jonathan Wilson, Zohash.com Correspondent
January 8th, 2023 - Takamatsu City Gymnasium, Takamatsu, Kagawa, Japan: NJPW's premier tournament, the G1 Climax 2023, rolled into its next stop with a stacked card in Takamatsu. The packed gymnasium witnessed some fantastic matches, and our correspondent was on hand to provide play-by-play commentary.
Match 1: Hikuleo vs. Kaito Kiyomiya (G1 Climax 2023 Block A) A solid opener saw Hikuleo take down the young gun Kaito Kiyomiya in a relatively quick affair, clocking in at 9 minutes and 46 seconds. The result was never in doubt once the hulking giant Hikuleo gained momentum, showcasing his impressive power moves to secure the win.
Match 2: Great-O-Khan vs. YOSHI-HASHI (G1 Climax 2023 Block B) In a bout that went the distance, Great-O-Khan outlasted the crafty veteran YOSHI-HASHI in a match that clocked in at an impressive 13 minutes and 50 seconds. The dominant force of Great-O-Khan was too much for the submission specialist, as he capitalized on YOSHI-HASHI's fatigue to claim victory.
Match 3: Ren Narita vs. Chase Owens (G1 Climax 2023 Block A) A brief but intense encounter saw Ren Narita best Chase Owens in a time of 9 minutes and 8 seconds. The plucky Narita exploited Owens' aggression, using his quickness to evade attacks and counter with precision strikes.
Match 4: El Phantasmo vs. Taichi (G1 Climax 2023 Block B) In a thrilling contest that went the full distance, El Phantasmo edged out Taichi in an electrifying match clocked at 13 minutes and 56 seconds. The high-flying Phantasmo's aerial assault proved too much for Taichi, who valiantly fought back but ultimately succumbed to the Canadian's flair.
Match 5: SANADA vs. Gabe Kidd (G1 Climax 2023 Block A) A grueling encounter saw SANADA outlast the rugged Gabe Kidd in a time of 12 minutes and 8 seconds. The stalwart SANADA weathered Kidd's relentless offense, then turned the tables with his own brand of technical grappling to secure victory.
Match 6: Tanga Loa vs. Will Ospreay (G1 Climax 2023 Block B) In a match that exceeded expectations, Tanga Loa took down the highly touted Will Ospreay in an absorbing contest clocked at 15 minutes and 34 seconds. The powerful Loa's relentless pressure proved too much for Ospreay, who struggled to keep pace with his larger opponent.
Match 7: Yota Tsuji vs. Shota Umino (G1 Climax 2023 Block A) A long but engaging bout saw Yota Tsuji outlast the experienced Shota Umino in a match that clocked in at an impressive 19 minutes and 20 seconds. The hard-hitting Tsuji's determination paid off as he ground down the stalwart Umino, securing the win with a well-placed knee strike.
Main Event: Kazuchika Okada vs. KENTA (G1 Climax 2023 Block B) In a thrilling finale, Kazuchika Okada outlasted the aggressive KENTA in a match that clocked in at an impressive 19 minutes and 10 seconds. The master of the Rainmaker's experience proved decisive as he navigated KENTA's ferocious offense to claim victory.
With this card now in the books, the stage is set for the G1 Climax 2023 to continue its thrilling journey. Stay tuned for more Zohash.com coverage and analysis!
Card Details
- Date: 08 Jan 2023
- Promotion: New Japan Pro Wrestling
- Arena: Takamatsu City Gymnasium
- Attendance: 1559
- Type: Online Stream
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 08 Jan 2023
Matches
Hikuleo defeat Kaito Kiyomiya in a G1 Climax 2023 Block A Match
Match Time: 09:46Great-O-Khan defeat YOSHI-HASHI in a G1 Climax 2023 Block B Match
Match Time: 13:50Ren Narita defeat Chase Owens in a G1 Climax 2023 Block A Match
Match Time: 09:08El Phantasmo defeat Taichi in a G1 Climax 2023 Block B Match
Match Time: 13:56SANADA defeat Gabe Kidd in a G1 Climax 2023 Block A Match
Match Time: 12:08Tanga Loa defeat Will Ospreay in a G1 Climax 2023 Block B Match
Match Time: 15:34Yota Tsuji defeat Shota Umino in a G1 Climax 2023 Block A Match
Match Time: 19:20Kazuchika Okada defeat KENTA in a G1 Climax 2023 Block B Match
Match Time: 19:10