My WWE 2K20 Universe: NXT TakeOver: New York 2019 (Apr.W1.19.Sun)

NXT TakeOver: New York

Sunday.April.Week 1.2019

Brooklyn, NY

NXT CHAMPIONS

NXT CHAMPION: Tommaso Ciampa (1x)(3D)(Since Jul.W3.18)

NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS: The Undisputed ERA (Kyle O'Reilly & Bobby Fish)(2x)(5D)(Since Jul.W1.18)

NXT WOMEN'S CHAMPION: Shayna Baszler (3x)(2D)(Since Nov.W2.18)

NXT NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPION: Adam Cole (3x)(0D)(Since Feb.W3.19.Wed)

WWE UNITED KINGDOM CHAMPION: Pete Dunne (3x)(0D)(Since Jan.W2.19.Sun)

WWE WOMEN'S TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS: Natalya & Beth Phoenix (1x)(0D)(Since Mar.W3.19.Sat)

NXT POWER RANKINGS

1. Kyle O'Reilly (NXT Tag Team Champion)

2. Bobby Fish (NXT Tag Team Champion)

3. Tommaso Ciampa (NXT Champion)

4. Johnny Gargano

5. Ricochet (WWE RAW Tag Team Champion)

MATCH #1

Normal Match

Roderick Strong vs Velveteen Dream

WINNER: Velveteen Dream

Method: Pinfall

Finish: Purple Rainmaker

MATCH #2

NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP

Tag Team Match

The Undisputed ERA (Kyle O'Reilly & Bobby Fish)(c) vs Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins & Montez Ford)

WINNERS and NEW NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS: Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins & Montez Ford)!

Method: Pinfall from Dawkins on Fish

Finish: Snap Suplex Pin

MATCH #3

NXT NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP

Normal Match

Adam Cole (c) vs Matt Riddle

WINNER and STILL NXT NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPION: Adam Cole

Method: Pinfall

Finish: The Last Shot

MATCH #4

WWE UNITED KINGDOM CHAMPIONSHIP

Normal Match

Pete Dunne (c) vs Trent Seven

WINNER and STILL WWE UNITED KINGDOM CHAMPION: Pete Dunne

Method: Pinfall

Finish: Bitter End

MATCH #5

NXT WOMEN'S CHAMPIONSHIP

Fatal 4-Way Match

Shayna Baszler (c) vs Kairi Sane vs Io Shirai vs Bianca Belair

WINNER and STILL NXT WOMEN'S CHAMPION: Shayna Baszler

Method: Pinfall on Kairi

Finish: Float-Over Gutwrench Suplex Combo

MAIN EVENT

NXT CHAMPIONSHIP

Two Out of Three Falls Triple Threat Match

Tommaso Ciampa (c) vs Ricochet vs Johnny Gargano

1^st FALL WINNER: Ricochet

Method: Pinfall on Ciampa

Finish: 630 Splash

2^nd FALL WINNER: Johnny Gargano

Method: Submission on Ciampa

Finish: Gargano Escape

3^rd FALL WINNER: Tommaso Ciampa

Method: Pinfall on Ciampa

Finish: Fairy Tale Ending

4^th FALL WINNER and NEW NXT CHAMPION: Ricochet

Method: Pinfall on Gargano

Finish: Recoil

NEWS

Ricochet has won the NXT Championship!

Tommaso Ciampa has suffered a minor injury during his match. Although still cleared to compete, the threat of further injury should be a concern on this Superstar's mind.

Angelo Dawkins & Montez Ford have won the NXT Tag Team Championship!

 

(The following is ChatGPT-generated slop)

 

NXT TakeOver: New York 2019 – Review and Analysis

Date: Sunday, April Week 1, 2019
Location: Brooklyn, NY

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Match 1: Roderick Strong vs. Velveteen Dream

A strong opener to get the crowd hot. Velveteen Dream continues to showcase why he’s one of NXT’s most intriguing young talents. The Purple Rainmaker finisher sealed the deal cleanly, reaffirming Dream’s rising star status and setting him up for a bigger push. Roderick Strong, a steady hand, helped elevate the match with his crisp work but this was Dream’s night.

Result: Velveteen Dream wins via Purple Rainmaker pinfall.

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Match 2: NXT Tag Team Championship

The Undisputed ERA (c) vs. Street Profits

The big surprise and the emotional highlight of the night. The Street Profits pulling off the upset over the heavily dominant Undisputed ERA is huge for the tag division and feels like a very fresh change of pace. Angelo Dawkins’ snap suplex pin on Bobby Fish was a decisive but clean finish, signaling that this is the beginning of a new era for NXT tag teams.

The Street Profits’ high energy and charisma continues to win over fans, and taking the gold here mark their arrival as top-tier champions.

Result: Street Profits win the NXT Tag Team Championships.

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Match 3: NXT North American Championship

Adam Cole (c) vs. Matt Riddle

A solid, competitive match with Cole retaining via The Last Shot. Cole was relentless in his unloading of heavy hitting move after heavy hitting move, seemingly looking threatened by Riddle's rising stock. This match served its purpose to maintain Cole’s dominant reign while keeping Riddle credible as a challenger. The finish was clean and keeps the door open for future rematches.

Result: Adam Cole retains via pinfall.

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Match 4: WWE United Kingdom Championship

Pete Dunne (c) vs. Trent Seven

A classic UK-style bout as expected, with Dunne’s Bitter End finishing the contest. Dunne remains the dominant force in the UK division, showing no signs of slowing down after his third title reign begins.

Seven’s effort was valiant, but this result was predictable and booked to keep the title stable for now.

Result: Pete Dunne retains via Bitter End pinfall.

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Match 5: NXT Women’s Championship Fatal 4-Way

Shayna Baszler (c) vs. Kairi Sane vs. Io Shirai vs. Bianca Belair

One of the stronger women’s fatal 4-ways in recent memory with four diverse styles clashing. Baszler’s float-over gutwrench suplex combo on Kairi to finish felt very “Baszler” — a methodical and punishing ending. While she remains dominant, the match also highlighted the potential for a future multi-woman program involving Sane, Shirai, and Belair. Kairi, as the fallen finalist, looks poised for a continued chase.

Result: Shayna Baszler retains.

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Main Event: NXT Championship Two Out of Three Falls Triple Threat

Tommaso Ciampa (c) vs. Ricochet vs. Johnny Gargano

This match had all the ingredients of a classic TakeOver main event with the added drama of the injury concern on Ciampa. The storytelling here was masterful:

• Ricochet’s stunning 630 splash to claim the first fall showcased his incredible athleticism and high-flying offense.

• Johnny Gargano getting the submission over Ciampa with the Gargano Escape in the second fall added emotional depth and built heat for their storied rivalry.

• Ciampa’s fairy tale ending fall win was a surprise, but it came with a caveat — his injury was a legitimate threat, adding tension.

• The final decisive moment saw Ricochet reclaim the title with his signature Recoil finisher on Gargano, culminating in a high-drama, four-fall match.

Ricochet’s victory marks a major milestone for him and breathes new life into the NXT title scene. Ciampa’s injury status is a looming concern that could shape the coming weeks. The pacing and finish sequence elevated this match into memorable territory.

Result: Ricochet wins the NXT Championship.

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Overall Show Thoughts

This NXT TakeOver delivered a great mix of storytelling, athleticism, and surprise moments. The show was paced well with a smart balance of singles matches, multi-person bouts, and high-stakes title matches. The crowning moment was Ricochet’s triumphant NXT Championship win, signaling a fresh start at the top.

The Street Profits taking the tag titles was a feel-good, crowd-pleasing moment that will keep the division interesting. Shayna Baszler remains an iron-willed champion in the women’s division, though the seeds for future challengers are clearly planted.

Ciampa’s injury adds a realistic danger factor to his reign and creates an intriguing question mark for the future.

Overall, the show earns strong marks for delivering drama and solid wrestling quality on the strength of its stars and the unpredictable nature of the title changes.

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Rating: ★★★½ (out of 5 stars)
Best Match: NXT Championship 2/3 Falls Triple Threat
Most Surprising Result: Street Profits capturing the NXT Tag Team Titles
Potential Angle to Watch: Ciampa’s injury storyline and Ricochet’s title reign trajectory

NXT TakeOver: New York 2019 – If it were Simon Miller giving out Ups and Downs

Location: Brooklyn, NY
Date: April Week 1, 2019

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UP: Ricochet’s NXT Title Win

Let’s just start with the big one — Ricochet walking out with the NXT Championship. What a moment! After a grueling two-out-of-three falls triple threat with Ciampa and Gargano, the high-flyer finally gets the gold he’s deserved for so long. It’s the kind of feel-good moment that gives the whole show a buzz. Ricochet’s athleticism combined with that clutch finish on Gargano is exactly the kind of booking that makes you sit up and take notice. That match was an absolute highlight, and Ricochet winning feels like the start of something huge for NXT.

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UP: Street Profits’ Tag Title Victory

Angelo and Montez winning the tag team titles is a breath of fresh air for the division. The Undisputed ERA had been dominating for a while, and this shake-up injects some much-needed excitement. Their energy and charisma are infectious, and seeing them lift those belts gives the tag scene a new spark. The finish was clean, and the Street Profits look poised to take the division to new heights.

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DOWN: Fatal 4-Way Women’s Match Could’ve Used More

Four women, all with tremendous potential, but the Fatal 4-Way for Shayna Baszler’s NXT Women’s Championship felt a bit underwhelming. It didn’t quite reach the heights you’d expect on a TakeOver card. The finish was fine — Baszler’s signature gutwrench suplex combo — but the match itself lacked the chemistry or storytelling punch to elevate it to the next level. Hopefully, the follow-up shows build on this better.

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UP: Velveteen Dream’s Opening Match Win

Velveteen Dream continues to be one of the most captivating characters on NXT, and his victory over Roderick Strong to open the show set the tone nicely. The match wasn’t overly complicated but played to Dream’s strengths — charisma, showmanship, and a well-timed Purple Rainmaker finisher. It’s clear he’s being groomed for bigger things, and he’s delivering.

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DOWN: Ciampa’s Injury Concerns

We’ve seen Tommaso Ciampa go through wars before, and it’s hard not to worry seeing him take an injury mid-main event. While it added a layer of realism and tension, it’s also a big risk given how integral he is to the brand.

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UP: Solid Midcard Title Matches

Adam Cole vs. Matt Riddle and Pete Dunne vs. Trent Seven both delivered solid bouts that reinforced the importance of their respective titles. Cole’s Last Shot finish was clean, while Dunne’s Bitter End submission carried that unmistakable UK grit. These matches didn’t steal the show but worked perfectly to keep the belts relevant and the challengers credible.

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Final Thoughts:

Overall, NXT TakeOver: New York 2019 was a strong show that featured a landmark title change and some solid undercard action. It wasn’t perfect — the main event dragged a bit, and the women’s fatal 4-way could have been better — but the highs outweighed the lows. Ricochet’s win and the Street Profits’ tag title victory give us exciting new storylines to follow, and Velveteen Dream’s ongoing ascent is something to watch.

If you like a mixture of great moments and some minor stumbles, this was a solid NXT TakeOver to kick off April.

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Final Score: 7.5/10

WCW Monday Nitro: The Reignition: A 2018 - 2019 Retrospective (ChatGPT slop)

 WCW Monday Nitro: The Reignition

A Retrospective

Opening Montage

• Iconic Nitro visuals — the 1998 arena, the stage, the pyro.

• Shots of major stars introduced and returning legends (Sting, Hogan, Flair, Goldberg, The Outsiders, Rey Mysterio, Eddie Guerrero, etc.).

• Voiceover narrates:
  "In May 2015, WWE brought back one of wrestling’s greatest brands — WCW Monday Nitro. A brand that defined an era, resurrected for a new generation..."

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Key Storylines & Moments

1. The Return of Nitro and the Brand Revival

• The introduction of Paul Heyman as GM, setting a new tone of unpredictability and intensity.

• The blend of legends and new stars creating fresh rivalries.

• Highlights of Nitro’s unique atmosphere, contrasting with RAW IS WAR and SmackDown!.

2. The World Heavyweight Championship Battles

• Sting ’91’s dominant reign with the classic big gold belt.

• The saga of Hollywood Hulk Hogan’s arrival, his challenge, and eventual victory over Sting ’99 to unify the titles, cementing his role as WCW’s top figure despite his WWE ties.

• Ric Flair’s multiple near-misses and ongoing pursuit of glory.

3. The United States Championship Turmoil

• Goldberg’s unstoppable reign, iconic defenses, and eventual fall to Brock Lesnar.

• Brock’s surprise win and how it added a new dynamic, mixing WWE’s "Beast Incarnate" with WCW’s heritage.

• The tournament to crown a new champion after Lesnar’s vacate.

4. The Tag Team Division Shake-Up

• The Outsiders’ lengthy and dominant WCW World Tag Team Championship reign.

• The rise of Eddie Guerrero and Rey Mysterio as a fan-favorite underdog team, their first title win, and dramatic rematches.

• The ongoing nWo vs WCW tag team faction warfare, culminating in Dusty Rhodes and Jim Neidhart’s ECW World Tag Title victory over Stone Cold Steve Austin and Mankind.

5. Hardcore and Cruiserweight Showcases

• Scott Hall’s gritty Hardcore Championship reign and hardcore matches that tested limits.

• Rey Mysterio’s reigns as Cruiserweight and ECW World Heavyweight Champion, showcasing high-flying and technical skill.

6. Emerging Rivalries and Faction Conflicts

• nWo’s menacing presence with Nash, Hall, and DiBiase pushing the WCW locker room to the edge.

• DX’s subtle yet defiant resistance, with X-Pac caught in the middle.

• The simmering tensions between legends and WWE stars, especially Hogan, Lesnar, and Brock’s interference.

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Interview Segments

• Paul Heyman talks about the challenge and excitement of running Nitro and merging legacies.

• Hogan reflects on being the face of the new WCW and bridging eras.

• Sting discusses his pride in carrying the big gold belt and the battles fought.

• Eddie Guerrero and Rey Mysterio share their journey from challengers to champions and tag team chemistry.

• Ric Flair offers wisdom on legacy and passion for the sport.

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Climactic Moments

• Footage from the unification match: Hogan vs Sting ’91, symbolizing the brand’s merging of eras and dominance.

• Brock Lesnar’s shocking win over Goldberg at the WrestleMania 33 Rewind Live Event, showcasing WWE’s influence on WCW’s landscape.

• Dusty Rhodes and Jim Neidhart capturing ECW World Tag Team Gold from Austin and Mankind, a highlight of legends colliding.

• The Hogan vs Roman Reigns Champion vs Champion showdown.

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Closing Voiceover

"From legacy legends to modern-day warriors, WCW Monday Nitro has roared back to life. The battles are fierce, the stakes higher than ever, and the future wide open. Nitro isn’t just a brand — it’s a revolution. And it’s only just begun."

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Post-Retrospective Promotion

• Promotion of the upcoming Nitro Season Finale.

My WWE 2K20 Universe: WWE Worlds Collide (Apr.W1.19.Sat)

WWE Worlds Collide

Saturday.April.Week 1.2019

Brooklyn, NY

MATCH #1

NXT vs NXT ALUMNI

Normal Match

Tyler Breeze (RAW) vs Roderick Strong (NXT)

WINNER: Tyler Breeze (RAW)

Method: Submission

Finish: Single Leg Boston Crab

MATCH #2

CRUISERWEIGHTS COLLIDE

Normal Match

The Brian Kendrick (205 Live) vs Tyler Bate (NXT UK)

WINNER: The Brian Kendrick (205 Live)

Method: Submission

Finish: Captain's Hook

MATCH #3

WOMEN COLLIDE

Normal Match

Sonya Deville (SmackDown LIVE) vs Io Shirai (NXT)

WINNER: Io Shirai (NXT)!

Method: Pinfall

Finish: Diving Moonsault

MATCH #4

WOMEN COLLIDE

Triple Threat Match

Nikki Cross (SmackDown LIVE) vs Toni Storm (NXT UK) vs Bianca Belair (NXT)

WINNER: Nikki Cross (SmackDown LIVE)

Method: Pinfall on Toni

Finish: Perfect Storm Samoan Driver

MATCH #5

BRANDS COLLIDE

Four-Woman Battle Royal

Mia Yim (NXT) vs Toni Storm (NXT UK) vs Io Shirai (NXT) vs Bianca Belair (NXT)

Toni eliminated by Io

Bianca eliminated by Mia

Mia eliminated by Io

WINNER: Io Shirai (NXT)

MAIN EVENT

BRANDS COLLIDE

Eight-Man Battle Royal

Humberto Carrillo (205 Live) vs Akira Tozawa (205 Live) vs Drew Gulak (205 Live) vs Ariya Daivari (205 Live) vs The Brian Kendrick (205 Live) vs Roderick Strong (NXT) vs Matt Riddle (NXT) vs Tyler Bate (NXT UK)

Tozawa eliminated by Daivari

Bate eliminated by Riddle

Carrillo eliminated by Riddle

Gulak eliminated by Riddle

Daivari eliminated by Riddle

Riddle eliminated by Strong

Strong eliminated by Kendrick

WINNER: The Brian Kendrick (205 Live)

Fire Pro Press: SWA Tag Team Cup 2019 (Apr.W4.19.Sat) Preview (ChatGPT slop)

Preview of the SWA Tag Team Cup 2019 later this April

 

SWA Tag Team Cup 2019
Saturday, April Week 4, 2019 – Big Garden Arena

While the SWA/NJPW G1 Super Event delivered a blockbuster showing earlier this month, SWA now returns to the Big Garden Arena with something more focused but no less ambitious: an entire night centered around tag team wrestling. At stake is the SWA Tag Team Cup 2019, and with it, an immediate shot at the SWA Heavyweight Tag Team Titles in the main event.

This format—similar in tone to NJPW’s World Tag League, but executed as a one-night sprint—makes for a dynamic atmosphere, one where stamina, strategy, and luck play as much a part as technical skill.

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🏆 SWA TAG TEAM CUP 2019 – FIRST ROUND PREVIEW

🔹 Takaya Hinomiya & Blood Angel vs Leonardo Pascual & Oliver Espadas

The reigning SWA Jr. Heavyweight Tag Champs open the tournament against a team led by SWA Light Heavyweight Champion Leonardo Pascual, who is tagging with the slick technician and fellow Mexican countryman Oliver Espadas.
This is a potential show-stealer on paper, with speed, counters, and layered storytelling. Pascual wrestling twice could either elevate his legend or expose a rare crack in his momentum.

Prediction: Hinomiya & Blood Angel squeak out a win to keep the champs strong, unless Pascual is being heated for a tag run.

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🔹 The Vanishing vs Steel Johnson & Sam Blocks

This is a redemption story. Johnson & Blocks lost the 6-Man Titles just weeks ago. But The Vanishing (Saeba & Notorious) have momentum and style on their side.
Blade Saeba continues to impress as a breakout performer, while Notorious remains an unpredictable wildcard.

Prediction: The Vanishing move on, with Saeba scoring the fall to keep building him as a dark horse star.

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🔹 Rock ‘N’ Roll Express vs Hayashi & Kakizaki

Classic vs future. This is the feel-good nostalgia pairing in the tournament, but Hayashi & Kakizaki are on excursion and expected to impress. This should be a respectful match with pacing built around contrast.
The legends might show fire, but the excursion boys likely steal it to put eyes on NJPW's next wave.

Prediction: Hayashi & Kakizaki advance with a respectful handshake moment post-match.

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🔹 Kojima & Nagata vs Mr. Cobra & Alex Thompson

Heavyweight chaos. The veterans will be beloved here, but they’re up against a monster in Alex Thompson (7'1”/436 lbs) and the unorthodox Mr. Cobra.
If Thompson lands one decisive move, it’s over. Expect this to be short, wild, and definitive.

Prediction: Thompson KOs someone and the champs' henchmen move to the semis.

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🥊 "Holy Hooligan" Trevor Darius vs "Ice Chilled" Cesar Rodriguez

This is fallout from the SWA 6-Man Tag Title change at the G1 Super Event. Darius leads a growing faction of religious zealotry and muscle, and Rodriguez is out for revenge.
Expect a fight, not a match—Darius will likely have backup, and this could set up future six-man chaos.

Prediction: Darius wins dirty. Expect run-ins or post-match beatdown.

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💥 Dag Boomer vs Max Bertrand

Two super-heavyweights clashing after both lost big matches earlier this month. This is likely the hoss fight of the night—a way to re-establish at least one of them as a monster.

Prediction: Dag Boomer reclaims some of his aura here, but don’t count out a surprise KO from Bertrand.

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🏆 SWA TAG TEAM CUP SEMIFINALS & FINALS

Too early to call specifics, but expect one of the semifinals to include The Vanishing or Mr. Cobra & Thompson, as SWA continues to build new contenders while protecting the titles.
Pascual wrestling three times is unlikely, so don’t expect him in the final. Look for Steel Johnson & Sam Blocks to be kept strong in defeat or to possibly sneak into the finals for a redemption arc.

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🏆 SWA HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP – Keiichiro Asakawa (c) vs Ernest Miller

The new ace vs the fallen prince. Asakawa’s win over Dag Boomer was instant legend-making. Now, he faces the ruthless, strategic Ernest Miller, who comes in with wins and chip-on-the-shoulder energy.

This could be Asakawa’s most complete test yet: strength, technique, ring awareness. A strong match on paper that may overdeliver.

Prediction: Asakawa retains, but not without visible war wounds.

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🏆 MAIN EVENT – SWA Heavyweight Tag Team Title Match

Jose Santos & Sophia Rodrigues are submission machines and quietly having one of the most dominant runs in SWA. Whether they face young lions, The Vanishing, or anyone else, this will be the match that caps the night with either a technical masterpiece or a shock title change.

Prediction: Unless Cobra & Thompson win the Cup, the champs retain.

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Overall Outlook:

This show looks like a celebration of SWA’s evolving identity—a new ace, rising tag teams, old school legends, and a monster tournament format. If booked smartly, the SWA Tag Team Cup could become an annual centerpiece akin to King of Trios or Crockett Cup.

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🎤 Now... What Would Chiming Griller Say?

“The SWA is at it again and YES—you bet your wrestling-loving bottom that I’m excited!”

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🟢 UP – A TAG TEAM TOURNAMENT IN ONE NIGHT?!

You know what I love? Tournaments. You know what I love even more? When the winners IMMEDIATELY go and challenge for the titles. There’s no waiting. No delaying. You win—you go again. It's like doing a gym workout and then jumping into the ring with Brock Lesnar. UP.

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🟢 UP – Pascual Wrestling Twice?

Leonardo Pascual is a madman. A six-time Light Heavyweight Champion who might also want tag gold? That’s like trying to eat a pizza and a cake at the same time. It’s messy. It’s delicious. It’s a glorious trainwreck waiting to happen. UP.

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🟡 DOWN – Rock ‘N’ Roll Express Might Die

Look, I love Ricky and Robert. But they’re taking on two hungry lions from Japan. If they don’t get decapitated by a dropkick, I’ll be shocked. Nostalgia is great. But maybe just do a handshake and go home? DOWN… respectfully.

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🟢 UP – Dagger vs Hurricane = Slap Fight of the Gods

Dag Boomer vs Max Bertrand is a match where gravity gets concerned. Expect thunderous slams, explosions of meat, and maybe even a broken ring or two. HOSS. FIGHT. UP.

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🟢 UP – Asakawa Is The Guy

Keiichiro Asakawa is THE GUY. He Jackhammered a 370-pound man last show. Now he faces a “Death Prince” named Ernest Miller. If he wins again? Print the shirts, put the belt on him forever, let him become wrestling’s next mythical hero.
If he loses? I riot. UP.

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🔥 FINAL THOUGHTS 🔥

"Tournaments, champions, hoss fights, and religious weirdos? What more do you want from pro wrestling?"

The SWA Tag Team Cup 2019 is shaping up to be a sneaky-good sleeper hit of the year.

My Fire Pro Wrestling World: SWA/NJPW G1 Super Event (Apr.W1.19.Sat)

SWA/NJPW G1 Super Event

King of Wrestling

Saturday.April.Week 1.2019

Big Garden Arena

Referee: Mr. Judgement & Red Shoes Unno

CHAMPIONS

SWA HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION: Dag Boomer (2x)(0D)(Since Mar.W2.19.Fri)

SWA HEAVYWEIGHT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS: Jose Santos & Sophia Rodrigues (4x)(1D)(Since Feb.W3.19.Sat)

SWA LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION: Leonardo Pascual (6x)(3D)(Since Oct.W4.18)

SWA Jr. HEAVYWEIGHT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS: Takaya Hinomiya & Blood Angel (4x)(4D)(Since Oct.W4.18)

SWA SIX-MAN TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS: Cesar Rodriguez, Sergeant Steel Johnson & Sam Blocks (1x)(2D)(Since SWA Sat.Sep.W4.18)

IWGP HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION: Bad Luck Fale (1x)(3D)(Since Sat.Sep.W2.18)

IWGP INTERCONTINENTAL CHAMPION: Michael Elgin (1x)(4D)(Since Sat.Nov.W0.18)

IWGP UNITED STATES HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION: Beretta (1x)(1D)(Since Fri.Feb.W0.19)

NEVER OPENWEIGHT CHAMPION: Minoru Suzuki (2x)(2D)(Since Sun.Dec.W1.18)

IWGP Jr. HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION: Taiji Ishimori (1x)(1D)(Since Wed.Mar.W1.19)

IWGP TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS: The Guerrillas of Destiny (Tama Tonga & Tanga Loa)(1x)(0D)(Since Sat.Feb.W3.19)

IWGP Jr. HEAVYWEIGHT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS: Los Ingobernables de Japon (BUSHI & Shingo Takagi)(1x)(1D)(Since Sat.Feb.W0.19)

NEVER OPENWEIGHT SIX-MAN TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS: Togi Makabe, Toru Yano & Ryusuke Taguchi (1x)(0D)(Since Feb.W3.19.Fri)

TONIGHT: (The winner of the 2019 New Japan Cup) will challenge Bad Luck Fale of BULLET CLUB for the IWGP Heavyweight Championship! Also, rising star and winner of January's big SWA Battle Royal, “Strong Heart” Keiichiro Asakawa will challenge Dag Boomer for the SWA Heavyweight Championship!

MATCH #1

8-Man Over-Rope Battle Royal

Shingo Takagi vs Marty Scurll vs SHO vs YOH vs Ryusuke Taguchi vs BUSHI vs Jyushin Thunder Liger vs Rocky Romero

WINNER: Jyushin Thunder Liger

Method: Ringout

Finish: Ringout

Time: 14:05

Rating: 70%

MATCH #2

8-Man Over-Rope Battle Royal

Karts Rowdy vs Allen Hawkins vs Edward Joseph vs Soji Kanda vs Dai Fugo vs Damon Smith vs Koichiro Togashi vs Robert Moore

WINNER: Allen Hawkins

Method: Ringout

Finish: Ringout

Time: 15:26

Rating: 83%

MATCH #3

8-Man Over-Rope Battle Royal

Colt Cabana vs Tomohiro Ishii vs Will Ospreay vs Toru Yano vs Hirooki Goto vs YOSHI-HASHI vs Jay White vs Chase Owens

WINNER: Jay White

Method: Ringout

Finish: Ringout

Time: 11:23

Rating: 75%

NEXT: One-half of the SWA Light Heavyweight Tag Team Champions, “Shock Bringer” Blood Angel challenges Leonardo Pascual for the SWA Light Heavyweight Championship! Will “Shock Bringer” bring shock by becoming a double-duty working double champ or will the six-time champ “Sandstorm” Leonardo add another successful title defense to his reign?

MATCH #4

SWA LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP

Singles Match

Leonardo Pascual (c) vs Blood Angel

WINNER and STILL SWA LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION: Leonardo Pascual

Method: Pinfall

Finish: Triple Moonsaults

Time: 14:15

Rating: 88%

MATCH #5

NEVER OPENWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP

Singles Match

Minoru Suzuki (c) vs Jeff Cobb

WINNER and STILL NEVER OPENWEIGHT CHAMPION: Minoru Suzuki

Method: Submission

Finish: Wakigatame

Time: 25:00

Rating: 100%

NEXT: Two former SWA Heavyweight Champions collide as “Howling Beast” Blan Fleming battles “The Strongest” Red Dragon in a blockbuster bout that will see one former champion claw closer to a future title shot and another champion fall further down the ranking ladder one more rung!

MATCH #6

Singles Match

Blan Fleming vs Red Dragon

WINNER: Blan Fleming

Method: Pinfall

Finish: Double Arm Suplex Hold

Time: 13:26

Rating: 81%

NEXT: Former SWA Heavyweight Champion “Death Prince” Ernest Miller takes on “Suplex Hurricane” Max Bertrand who many believe is long overdue for a title shot! It is highly likely that the winner of this match will receive a shot at the SWA Heavyweight Championship!

MATCH #7

Normal Match

Ernest Miller vs Max Bertrand

WINNER: Ernest Miller

Method: Submission

Finish: Triangle Scissors right after getting powerbombed

Time: 12:06

Rating: 73%

NEXT: The “Holy Hooligan” and his “Great Bishop” look to bring gold into their tabernacle as Trevor Darius, Mr Cobra and his human wrecking ball, Alex Thompson, challenge Cesar Rodriguez, Sergeant Steel Johnson and Sam Blocks for the SWA 6-Man Tag Team Championship!

MATCH #8

SWA 6-MAN TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP

6-Man No DQ Tag Match

Cesar Rodriguez, Sergeant Steel Johnson & Sam Blocks (c) vs Trevor Darius, Mr Cobra & Alex Thompson

WINNERS and NEW SWA 6-MAN TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS: Trevor Darius, Mr Cobra & Alex Thompson

Method: Pinfall from Darius on Blocks

Finish: Souble Knee Chin Crusher

Time: 25:44

Rating: 97%

MATCH #9

IWGP Jr. HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP

Singles Match

Taiji Ishimori (c) vs Dragon Lee

WINNER and NEW IWGP Jr. HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION: Dragon Lee

Method: Pinfall

Finish: Rollup Pin

Time: 13:30

Rating: 91%

NEXT: The Vanishing (Blade Saeba and Notorious) have been making their names by making many waves in Japan and now here in America. Tonight, they receive their first shot at gold in the SWA! Will their stock continue to rise with a big title victory or will they get caught in the clutches of the submissions experts, “Black Devil” Jose Santos and “The Witch” Sophia Rodrigues?

MATCH #10

SWA HEAVYWEIGHT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP

Tag Match

Jose Santos & Sophia Rodrigues (c) vs The Vanishing (Blade Saeba & Notorious)

WINNERS and SWA HEAVYWEIGHT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS: Jose Santos & Sophia Rodrigues

Method: Critical Submission from Rodrigues to Saeba

Finish: Scissors Front Necklock

Time: 22:43

Rating: 83%

MATCH #11

IWGP TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP

Tag Match

The Guerrillas of Destiny (Tama Tonga & Tanga Loa)(c) vs Los Ingobernables de Japon (EVIL & SANADA)

WINNERS and STILL IWGP TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS: The Guerrillas of Destiny (Tama Tonga & Tanga Loa)

Method: Critical K.O. from Tonga on EVIL

Finish: Gun Stun

Time: 24:40

Rating: 99%

MATCH #12

Normal Match

Hiroshi Tanahashi vs Zack Sabre Jr. (w/TAKA Michinoku)

WINNER: Hiroshi Tanahashi

Method: Submission!

Finish: Torture texas Clover Hold

Time: 09:57

Rating: 79%

MATCH #13

IWGP INTERCONTINENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP

Singles Match

Michael Elgin (c) vs Kazuchika Okada

WINNER and NEW IWGP INTERCONTINENTAL CHAMPION: Kazuchika Okada

Method: Pinfall

Finish: German Suplex

Time: 19:30

Rating: 100%

THIS PAST JANUARY: Keiichiro Asakawa was won the annual fan favorite Battle Royal, earning a chance to challenge for the SWA Heavyweight Championship at the SWA/NJPW G1 Supercard event at Big Garden Arena! “Strong Heart” Asakawa then went on to defend his title shot last month against former SWA Heavyweight Champion Blan Fleming!

MATCH #14

SWA HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP

Singles Match

Dag Boomer (c) vs Keiichiro Asakawa

WINNER and NEW SWA HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION: Keiichiro Asakawa

Method: Pinfall

Finish: Fire Powerbomb

Time: 16:57

Rating: 100%

MATCH #15

MAIN EVENT

IWGP HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP

Singles Match

Bad Luck Fale (c) vs Juice Robinson

WINNER and STILL IWGP HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION: Bad Luck Fale

Method: Pinfall

Finish: Bad Luck Fall

Time: 13:55

Rating: 94%

Show Rating: 87.533333333333%

 

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SWA/NJPW G1 Super Event 2019 Review

By Fire Pro Press

April, Week 1 – Big Garden Arena – New York City
Overall Show Rating: 87.5%

“A night of shock title changes, dream match deliveries, and the kind of big-fight atmosphere that only NJPW and a creatively unshackled American partner like SWA could pull off. This was a show that felt like a legitimate passing-of-the-torch moment—not just in terms of championship reigns, but generational shift.”

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? Match of the Night:

• Minoru Suzuki vs Jeff Cobb – 100%

• Kazuchika Okada vs Michael Elgin – 100%

• Keiichiro Asakawa vs Dag Boomer – 100%

? Biggest Upsets:

• Dragon Lee ends Ishimori’s reign via roll-up

• Keiichiro Asakawa Jackhammers a 370-pounder and wins the SWA Heavyweight Title

• Hiroshi Tanahashi defeats Zack Sabre Jr. by submission—yes, by submission

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The Rundown

Opening Battle Royals: A Nostalgic Curtain-Raiser (70–83%)

While these multi-man matches don’t aim for classics, they provided a fun buffet of styles. Jyushin Thunder Liger's win in the first drew massive crowd support—a respectful nod to his legendary career. Allen Hawkins, an SWA stalwart, impressed in the second. Jay White’s sneaky elimination win over bigger names was perfect Bullet Club energy.

Verdict: Fun, if inconsequential, appetizers.
Highlights: Liger’s nostalgia pop; Jay White's cunning.

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Leonardo Pascual vs Blood Angel – SWA Light Heavyweight Championship (88%)

A crisp, high-flying sprint that delivered all the spectacle you'd want in a light heavyweight bout. Pascual’s Triple Moonsaults felt like a definitive exclamation point on an already strong reign. Blood Angel brought the fire but couldn't match the champ's polish.

Verdict: A showcase of SWA’s athletic depth. Pascual is The Guy in this division.

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Minoru Suzuki vs Jeff Cobb – NEVER Openweight Title (100%)

A brutal, punishing, almost clinical war. Suzuki thrives in these grinding, joint-targeting marathons, and Cobb kept up admirably. The Wakigatame finish at the 25-minute mark was a masterclass in technical violence.

Verdict: Strong Style at its finest. Suzuki proves why he's STILL a top-tier boss.
*WON-Style Rating: *****

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Blan Fleming vs Red Dragon (81%)

Big beef match that flew under the radar. Blan’s Double Arm Suplex Hold was crisp, and Red Dragon sold the loss like a champion-in-waiting. Nothing flashy—just rock-solid heavyweight pacing.

Verdict: Steady match with long-term implications for SWA’s title scene.

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Ernest Miller vs Max Bertrand (73%)

Miller locking in a Triangle Choke immediately after eating a powerbomb made for a compelling finish, even if the pace was uneven. Bertrand’s size advantage kept Miller under pressure, but the “Death Prince” showed off why he’s a former champion.

Verdict: A little clunky, but that final minute elevated it.

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SWA 6-Man Tag Team Title No DQ Match – Title Change! (97%)

One of the most chaotic and satisfying matches of the night. Alex Thompson (7’1”, 436 lbs) was an unstoppable final boss, and the Darius-Cobra duo showed cunning strategy. Sam Blocks took a hellacious beating before falling to a Double Knee Chin Crusher.

Verdict: Pure Fire Pro chaos. Match told a great story and earned every bit of its near-perfect rating.

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Taiji Ishimori vs Dragon Lee – IWGP Jr. Title (91%)

Insane pace, tight execution, but what made this memorable was the shock roll-up finish. Lee stole it, clean. That small-package win protects Ishimori and positions Lee as a major player in the junior division’s future.

Verdict: Classic junior sprint. Needed five more minutes to hit the next level, but still excellent.

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Santos & Rodrigues vs The Vanishing – SWA Tag Titles (83%)

Santos and Rodrigues retain in a smooth, technical tag battle. “The Witch” Sophia Rodrigues scored the finish via Critical Submission, showing that even amidst the flair, the champs grind people down. The Vanishing looked promising, but not ready.

Verdict: Solid defense. Tag division’s future looks bright.

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G.O.D. vs LIJ – IWGP Tag Titles (99%)

Absolutely vicious, and perhaps the most physically intense match on the card. Tama Tonga KO’d EVIL with a Gun Stun, giving us a finish so violent it felt like a Tekken knockout. No fat on this one—just 24 minutes of raw energy.

Verdict: Peak modern tag wrestling. G.O.D. may have just had their best match ever.

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Tanahashi vs Zack Sabre Jr. (79%)

Under 10 minutes but told a strong story. ZSJ got cocky, and Tana made him pay—with a submission win, no less. A surprise finish that worked.

Verdict: Short but impactful. Could’ve gone longer, but Tanahashi flexed.

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Kazuchika Okada vs Michael Elgin – IWGP Intercontinental Title (100%)

Two pros having a clean, compelling epic. Elgin’s power met Okada’s precision in one of the night’s most complete matches. The German Suplex finish felt like a statement: Okada didn’t need a Rainmaker to beat Elgin.

Verdict: Top-tier storytelling. Okada is now holding the IC Title—how long until he reclaims the IWGP?

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Dag Boomer vs Keiichiro Asakawa – SWA Heavyweight Title (100%)

This wasn’t just a title match—it was a coronation. Asakawa Jackhammering a 370-pounder, then hitting a Fire Powerbomb to win the belt, is the kind of moment that creates a star for life. Boomer looked like a kaiju and sold like a pro.

Verdict: This was Asakawa's moment. Match of the night contender.
*WON-Style Rating: *****

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MAIN EVENT: Bad Luck Fale vs Juice Robinson – IWGP Heavyweight Title (94%)

Don’t sleep on this one—Fale and Juice had shockingly great chemistry. Fale has grown into the perfect monster champ in this Universe, and Juice made a valiant but doomed babyface run. The Bad Luck Fall finish hit like a bomb.

Verdict: Not the match of the night, but a strong main event with a hot crowd.

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⭐ Final Thoughts:

“This didn’t just feel like a fantasy crossover—it felt like the arrival of SWA as a legitimate power. Keiichiro Asakawa has arrived, and NJPW left MSG with Okada, Dragon Lee, and G.O.D flying high. The Minoru Suzuki/Jeff Cobb match and Okada’s performance were peak Fire Pro brilliance. Booking was sharp, the pacing clean, and the event length just right.”

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Star Ratings / Final Grades Summary:

Match	Result	Rating
Liger wins BR	Nostalgia Pop	70%
Allen Hawkins wins BR	Indie Star Emerges	83%
Jay White wins BR	Sneaky Heel Win	75%
Pascual vs Blood Angel	Classic Opener	88%
Suzuki vs Cobb	Match of the Night	100%
Blan vs Dragon	Solid Heavy Clash	81%
Miller vs Bertrand	Submission Stunner	73%
6-Man Tag Title	Carnage + Title Change	97%
Ishimori vs Lee	Roll-Up Shock	91%
Santos/Rodrigues vs Vanishing	Smooth Work	83%
G.O.D. vs LIJ	KO Drama	99%
Tanahashi vs ZSJ	Quick Tap	79%
Okada vs Elgin	Clinic	100%
Asakawa vs Boomer	Star-Making Performance	100%
Fale vs Juice	Big-Lad Banger	94%

"Ups & Downs" for the SWA/NJPW G1 Super Event 2019

“Did you like chaos? Did you like submissions? Did you like a 5'11” guy lifting a 370-pound monster into the sky and powerbombing him like gravity owed him money? Then congratulations—you loved this show.”

Live from the Big Garden Arena in New York City, we got championship changes, Critical KOs, some brutal Strong Style goodness, and a show that screamed: 'The SWA gets the job done.'

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UP – The Liger Pop

The night literally kicked off with JYUSHIN. THUNDER. LIGER.
He’s retiring this year in your universe, he’s still over like lava, and he won a battle royal like it was 1995. The crowd popped. You popped. We all popped.
Thumbs up for nostalgia that lands.

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DOWN – The Battle Royals

Let’s be honest: the first three matches felt like you were testing the game engine to make sure the ropes still work. Shout-out to Allen Hawkins for getting the win in the indie-lad chaos-fest, and Jay White doing Bullet Club sneaky things in his.
Not bad… just a bit "we need to fill time before the real stuff" energy.

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UP – Pascual vs Blood Angel Delivers

This was the first match that screamed “Take me seriously!” and it was all the better for it. Leonardo Pascual's Triple Moonsaults were a perfect reminder of how flashy the SWA Light Heavyweight division can be, and Blood Angel looked like a genuine threat throughout.
Pascual is like a gymnastic Taz, and it rules.

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UP – Suzuki vs Cobb: A Submission Symphony

This was Minoru Suzuki doing Minoru Suzuki things.
Slapping, stretching, and strangling Jeff Cobb until the poor lad tapped out to a Wakigatame after a 25-minute war. This was Strong Style poetry.
100% rating? Deserved. Give that match a crown and a big ol’ UP.

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UP – Blan vs Red Dragon: HOSS TIME

Two big dudes collided, and it was exactly as meaty as you hoped.
Blan Fleming busted out a Double Arm Suplex Hold like it was nothing, and we all had a good time.
Not a classic, but definitely solid stuff. And yes, that’s a thumbs up for meat slapping meat.

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DOWN – Bertrand Loses After a Powerbomb?

Max Bertrand, a 335-pound human cement truck, powerbombed Ernest Miller… and then immediately lost to a Triangle Choke.
We love an underdog win, but come on—give Bertrand some love.
Still, fun clash of styles but a down's a down.

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UP – NEW 6-Man Tag Champs, Same Chaos

This was Fire Pro meets Mad Max.
Weapons. Double knees to the face. A 7-foot-1, 436-pound Alex Thompson casually wrecking everything like a monster in a kaiju movie.
Trevor Darius and Mr. Cobra held their own, but Thompson? MVP.
Give that entire brawl-for-it-all a GIANT UP.

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UP – Dragon Lee Becomes Jr. Champ via Roll-Up!

Taiji Ishimori losing by roll-up?! This felt like one of those cheeky NJPW endings where you blink and suddenly you’re no longer champion.
Dragon Lee wins gold, we all lose our minds. Simple, clean, sneaky good match.
UP for the swerve and for the speed.

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UP – Santos & Rodrigues RETAIN via Critical!

Sophia Rodrigues is not to be messed with. She locked in a Scissors Necklock, got a Critical submission, and made Blade Saeba tap like a drum solo.
The champs stay dominant, and “The Vanishing” vanish back down the ladder.
UP for tag team competence and submission brutality.

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BIG UP – G.O.D. KO EVIL

Say what you will about Tama Tonga, but knocking EVIL out cold with a Gun Stun in a 99% rated match is how you make a title defense memorable.
Tanga Loa looked great, LIJ looked strong, but G.O.D. looked like gods.
You know what this gets? A big BANGING UP.

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DOWN – Tanahashi by Submission?!

Tanahashi tapping out Zack Sabre Jr. was one of the most unexpected moves of the night.
Short match. Torture Texas Clover Hold. It just happened.
Not bad. Just… a little flat compared to everything else. Down.

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UP – Okada Reclaims Prestige

Kazuchika Okada winning the Intercontinental Championship with a German Suplex? YES.
Michael Elgin gave him hell, but this was a showcase of Okada being inevitable, like Thanos with better dropkicks.
This was NJPW Main Event Magic, and it gets a CLEAN UP.

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GOLDEN UP – Keiichiro Asakawa is HIM

Forget everything else. Keiichiro Asakawa lifting a 370-pound Dag Boomer into a Jackhammer, then landing the Fire Powerbomb like the second coming of Kensuke Sasaki?
That’s how you crown a future ace.
This was a generational moment.
UP. ALL. THE. WAY. UP. A GOLDEN UP!

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UP – Juice Robinson’s Effort, Fale’s Reign

Let’s be honest: this had no right being as good as it was.
Juice Robinson worked his butt off to make Bad Luck Fale look like a killer, and Fale delivered a Bad Luck Fall that might’ve actually broken a few seats.
Crowd was into it. You were into it. UP for exceeding expectations.

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Final Tally:

• UPs: 11

• DOWNs: 3

  Final Verdict: A thumbs-up, fist-in-the-air, top-rope elbow of a show.
  The SWA/NJPW partnership felt authentic, Asakawa is a made man, and Suzuki's still terrifying.

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"And now, SWA has a top babyface, Okada’s got gold, and Bad Luck Fale is quietly putting together one of the most compelling reigns in Fire Pro canon. I don’t know what happens next… but I know I’m tuning in."

Don’t forget to like, share, and yell “CRITICAL!” the next time you land a suplex on your little brother.

 
Ups for all.

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