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NOAH's Biggest Show Yet: A Night to Remember at the Tokyo Dome

ZOHASH.com - July 10th, 2004

The wait was over, and the anticipation was palpable as Pro Wrestling NOAH descended upon the iconic Tokyo Dome for their biggest show of the year. The packed house of 58,000 fans was treated to a card that boasted some of the top talent from around the world, with multiple title matches and high-stakes bouts on the docket.

Opening Act: Momota vs. Eigen

The night kicked off with a singles match between Mitsuo Momota and Haruka Eigen. The experienced Momota, known for his technical prowess, looked to prove why he's considered one of NOAH's top in-ring performers. Eigen, meanwhile, was looking to pull off an upset against the favored opponent. In the end, Momota's superior grappling skills earned him the victory, with the match clocking in at 8:03.

Six-Man Mayhem

The first real test of the night came in the form of a six-man tag team match, featuring Jun Izumida, Tamon Honda, and Tsuyoshi Kikuchi taking on Kishin Kawabata, Masao Inoue, and Masashi Aoyagi. The action was fast-paced and intense, with all eight competitors giving it their all. In the end, the trio of Izumida, Honda, and Kikuchi emerged victorious, surviving a wild brawl to take the win in 10:58.

Tag Team Tussles

The next two matches saw some of NOAH's top tag teams face off against one another. Team KAOS (Donovan Morgan and Michael Modest) looked sharp in their victory over Kotaro Suzuki and Ricky Marvin, while KAOS (Richard Slinger and Scorpio) took down Akitoshi Saito and Makoto Hashi in a hard-hitting affair.

GHC Junior Heavyweight Title

The junior heavyweight division was well-represented on the card, with KENTA and Naomichi Marufuji putting their GHC Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Titles on the line against Kendo Kashin and Takashi Sugiura. The match was an absolute barnburner, with all four competitors giving it their all. In the end, the reigning champions emerged victorious, retaining their titles in 22:26.

GHC Junior Heavyweight Championship

The junior heavyweight singles title was also on the line as Yoshinobu Kanemaru faced off against Jushin Thunder Liger. The two competitors put on a show, with Kanemaru ultimately emerging victorious to capture his second GHC Junior Heavyweight Title in just over 12 minutes.

IWGP Tag Team Championship

NOAH's tag team scene was further highlighted by an IWGP Tag Team Title match between Minoru Suzuki and Yoshihiro Takayama, representing NOAH, and Takeshi Morishima and Takeshi Rikio. The action was intense, with all four competitors giving it their all. In the end, Suzuki and Takayama emerged victorious, retaining their titles in 12:55.

GHC Tag Team Championship

The GHC Tag Team Titles were also on the line as Mitsuharu Misawa and Yoshinari Ogawa faced off against Keiji Muto and Taiyo Kea. The match was a technical masterpiece, with all four competitors showcasing their skills. In the end, the reigning champions emerged victorious, retaining their titles in 21:46.

GHC Heavyweight Championship

The main event of the evening saw Kenta Kobashi face off against Jun Akiyama for the GHC Heavyweight Title. The two legends put on a show for the ages, with both competitors giving it their all. In the end, Kobashi emerged victorious, retaining his title in a thrilling match that clocked in at 35:34.

A Night to Remember

In conclusion, NOAH's biggest show of the year was a resounding success, featuring multiple title matches and high-stakes bouts that showcased the best of what professional wrestling has to offer. With a packed house and an electric atmosphere, this card will be remembered for years to come as one of the greatest in NOAH history.

Rating: 9/10

Recommendation: If you missed this show, do yourself a favor and seek it out. The match quality was exceptional from start to finish, with each bout telling its own unique story. Even the most casual fan will find something to appreciate here.

Card Details

  • Date: 10 Jul 2004
  • Promotion: Pro Wrestling NOAH
  • Arena: Tokyo Dome
  • Attendance: 58000
  • Type: Pay Per View
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 10 Jul 2004

Matches

  1. Mitsuo Momota defeat Haruka Eigen in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 08:03

  2. Jun Izumida, Tamon Honda and Tsuyoshi Kikuchi defeat Kishin Kawabata, Masao Inoue and Masashi Aoyagi in a Six Man Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 10:58

  3. Team KAOS (Donovan Morgan and Michael Modest) defeat Kotaro Suzuki and Ricky Marvin in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 11:55

  4. KAOS (Richard Slinger and Scorpio) defeat Akitoshi Saito and Makoto Hashi in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 16:44

  5. Akira Taue and Takuma Sano defeat Daisuke Ikeda and Mohammed Yone in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 10:45

  6. KENTA and Naomichi Marufuji(C) defeat Kendo Kashin and Takashi Sugiura in a GHC Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Title Match
    Match Time: 22:26

  7. Yoshinobu Kanemaru(C) defeat Jushin Thunder Liger in a GHC Junior Heavyweight Title Match

  8. Minoru Suzuki and Yoshihiro Takayama(C) defeat Takeshi Morishima and Takeshi Rikio in a IWGP Tag Team Title Match
    Match Time: 12:55

  9. Mitsuharu Misawa and Yoshinari Ogawa(C) defeat Keiji Muto and Taiyo Kea in a GHC Tag Team Title Match
    Match Time: 21:46

  10. Kenta Kobashi(C) defeat Jun Akiyama in a GHC Heavyweight Title Match
    Match Time: 35:34

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