Mercedes Moné defends her NJPW Strong Women’s Championship against Momo Watanabe. Initially, Moné opens with a Standing Top Wristlock and smoothly transitions into a Seated Top Wristlock. In response, Watanabe delivers a Forearm Smash, followed by a Discus Forearm and a Running Forearm Smash. Furthermore, she demonstrates her grappling prowess with a Judo Throw (Ippon Seoi Nage).
Moné retaliates promptly with an Over-the-Shoulder Arm Drag and subsequently aims for a LaBell Lock. However, Watanabe counters effectively with an Anaconda Vise, which escalates the bout’s intensity. As the action heats up, Moné performs a Double Underhook Suplex, whereas Watanabe responds with a Double Arm DDT. Expect, therefore, high-impact moves such as Yakuza Kicks and Leg Lariats as both competitors battle fiercely for supremacy.
In another thrilling encounter, Gabe Kidd defends his NJPW Strong Openweight Championship against Lio Rush. Kidd begins with a Shining Wizard and a Discus Boot, but Rush counters swiftly with a Running Knee Strike and a Corner Kick. Kidd then follows up impressively with a Penalty Kick and a Flying Knee.
Rush executes an Axe Kick effectively, but Kidd answers decisively with a Russian Leg Sweep and a Dragon Screw Leg Whip. Additionally, high-flying maneuvers, such as Shooting Star Press and Moonsaults, highlight the match. Kidd incorporates technical expertise with a Shin Breaker and a Capture Suplex, culminating in a Pump Handle Slam. Rush counters with a Crescent Kick and an Inverted Leg Sweep. Intense submissions like the Sharpshooter and Scorpion Deathlock will, therefore, add to the drama as the bout approaches its conclusion.
Lastly, Ultimo Guerrero faces Gabe Kidd in a highly anticipated clash. Guerrero starts strong with a European Uppercut and a Big Boot. However, Kidd counters with a Discus Boot and a Running Knee Strike. Guerrero applies an Octopus Hold initially, which Kidd breaks effectively with a Stunner. Moreover, submission holds like Triangle Choke and Anaconda Vice feature prominently, with Kidd using a Cobra Clutch and Arm Triangle Choke to counter.
Both wrestlers exchange impactful moves. Guerrero delivers a Uranage and Snap Brainbuster, whereas Kidd counters with Twist of Fate and Neckbreaker Slam. Guerrero adds a Fireman’s Carry Neckbreaker and a Yakuza Kick. In response, Kidd utilizes a Capture Suplex and Pump Handle Slam. Anticipate, therefore, a thrilling finish with Guerrero’s Shining Wizard and Corner Kick being countered by Kidd’s Cradle Shock and Electric Chair Drop.
Event Cards
- Mercedes Moné vs. Momo Watanabe
- Gabe Kidd vs. Lio Rush
- Ultimo Guerrero vs. Gabe Kidd
