"5★STAR GP 2020"
August 15th (Sat) Edion Arena Osaka 2nd Gymnasium = Cancelled
At exactly 1 PM, the scheduled start time of the match, ring announcers Ando and Kosakai appeared in the ring together, both wearing masks. It was suddenly announced that the event for that day had been canceled
Ando (ring announcer): "Thank you very much for coming to the Stardom Osaka event. We have an announcement to make to our audience that a Stardom wrestler who was not accompanying us on today's tour has tested positive for COVID-19 in a PCR test. We don't want to cause any panic among those of you who have come, as we have confirmed that all the wrestlers and staff present today, including myself, have normal temperatures after taking our temperature. We expect everyone to be tested upon their return to Tokyo, but prioritizing the health and safety of our audience, wrestlers, and staff, we have made the difficult decision to cancel today's Osaka event. We are very sorry for disappointing those of you who have come all this way." Thank you very much. (Applause from the audience) Thank you. I think it was a very close call for the company to make this decision, but regarding the tickets, for customers who purchased tickets on the day of the event, an announcement will be made by Stardom at a later date. For customers who have purchased advance tickets, we will make an announcement regarding refunds again on Ticket Pia and the Stardom official website, so please keep your tickets safe until a proper announcement regarding refunds is made today. Thank you for your cooperation. We are also wearing masks and keeping our distance, but it was Kosakai's first time on stage in a long time, wasn't it?"
Ring announcer Kosakai: "It's been a while since I've been to Osaka and to Stardom, and I thought I'd be wearing a new costume today, which I was going to debut in Osaka, but unfortunately, things didn't turn out as planned today. My job involves working with many different people, so everyone's safety is important, and the wrestlers will also be tested, but I think the wrestlers' safety is the most important thing. I was really looking forward to it, but next time we can watch together, I want to enjoy it to the fullest and cheer with all my might. I'm truly sorry about today. I hope to see you again."
Ring announcer Ando: "Although you have all taken the trouble to enter, we will be implementing a controlled exit procedure. We appreciate your cooperation. When you leave, please be sure to disinfect your hands with the alcohol provided in various locations, wash your hands frequently, gargle, and take care on your way home."
Following the announcement, spectators were instructed by staff to exit in a controlled manner. Prior to the opening, all wrestlers, staff, and venue part-timers had their temperatures checked, and everyone had a normal temperature. However, after receiving word that a wrestler who was not on tour and not participating in the matches had tested positive, Bushiroad Fight discussed the matter. Considering the safety of the wrestlers and fans, the decision was made to cancel the event a few minutes before it was scheduled to start