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sportspro-wrestling2 years ago

"Okada's Departure: Impact on NJPW's Future and Potential Move to WWE or AEW"

New Japan Pro-Wrestling is adding one last singles match between Kazuchika Okada and Hiroshi Tanahashi before Okada's contract expires, with the match set to take place in Osaka's EDION Arena, where Okada previously upset Tanahashi to win the IWGP Heavyweight title in 2012. The match is part of the upcoming event "The New Beginning in Osaka" on Feb. 11, with Okada's farewell match at Tokyo's Korakuen Hall on Jan. 24. More details about Okada's final dates in Sapporo are yet to be announced.

via Cageside Seats|
#farewell-match#hiroshi-tanahashi#kazuchika-okada
sports2 years ago

Will Ospreay's AEW Signing: Backstage Details, Blockbuster Introduction, and Jericho's Thoughts

Will Ospreay has officially signed a multi-year contract with All Elite Wrestling (AEW), which will go over three years and begin in 2024 after his commitments with New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) are completed. The backstage details reveal that Ospreay had been in talks with AEW since early fall, and the agreement was signed and finalized this weekend. NJPW management was aware of the signing and allowed Ospreay to continue working select dates for them. Despite WWE's interest, Ospreay's contract with AEW will allow him to stay in the UK.

via Wrestling Inc.|
#all-elite-wrestling#contract-signing#new-japan-pro-wrestling
sports2 years ago

Tony Khan Addresses Adam Cole's Injury, New Japan Speculation, and AEW's Streaming Deals

AEW owner Tony Khan addressed speculation about Jade Cargill's future with the company, provided an update on Adam Cole's injury status, and responded to rumors that he had purchased New Japan Pro-Wrestling. Khan expressed positive sentiments about Cargill, confirmed that Cole's tag team title defense is still scheduled, and denied the speculation about acquiring NJPW. He emphasized the strong partnership between AEW and NJPW and expressed excitement about the upcoming WrestleDream event. Khan also discussed the possibility of monthly AEW PPVs and potential negotiations with Warner Bros Discovery.

via Cageside Seats|
#adam-cole#aew#new-japan-pro-wrestling
sports2 years ago

"Ospreay and Omega's Forbidden Door Match Leaves Lasting Impact on Performers"

Will Ospreay defeats Kenny Omega to win the IWGP United States Heavyweight Championship in a match-of-the-year candidate at the AEW and New Japan Pro Wrestling cross-promotion event, Forbidden Door. Other notable matches included Bryan Danielson defeating Kazuchika Okada in a highly technical affair and MJF successfully defending his AEW World Championship against Hiroshi Tanahashi. The event was held at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto and featured high-octane matches that captivated the crowd for the full five hours.

via dazn.com|
#aew#kenny-omega#new-japan-pro-wrestling
sports2 years ago

"AEW and NJPW stars collide at Forbidden Door event"

Tetsuya Naito made a big mark at Collision on the last stop of the road to Forbidden Door, staring down Chris Jericho and making the six-man bout official for Forbidden Door. Hiroshi Tanahashi defeated Swerve Strickland in first-time singles action, but was interrupted by a video package from AEW World Champion MJF, who insulted Tanahashi and declared that he would only agree to their title match if it was the first match of the night. NJPW STRONG Women’s Champion Willow Nightingale advanced in the Owen Hart Foundation tournament, but was interrupted by AEW Women’s Champion Toni Storm and her Outcasts faction.

via NEW JAPAN PRO-WRESTLING|
#collision#hiroshi-tanahashi#mjf
sports2 years ago

CM Punk's Impact on AEW and NJPW Wrestlers

KENTA maintains his stance on only doing a match against CM Punk for a large sum of money, despite rumors of a potential match at AEW's Forbidden Door event. After Punk's return to AEW, KENTA tweeted that the match is never going to happen, leaving fans to speculate whether it's due to the bag not being big enough or if there are other plans in the works.

via Cageside Seats|
#aew#cm-punk#kenta