"5★STAR GP 2020 - Opening Round"
August 8th (Sat) Korakuen Hall (Attendance: 445 people / Limited number due to COVID-19 measures)
Match Results
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◆Single match 15 minutes |
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Rinan |
4 minutes 31 seconds |
Hinan |
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◆Red Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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Starlight Kid <2 points> |
3 minutes 1 second |
DEATH Yama-san. <0 points> |
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◆Blue Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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| AZM <2 points> |
8 minutes 3 seconds |
Saya Iida <0 points> |
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◆Red Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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| Small wave <2 points> |
8 minutes 6 seconds |
Saya Kamitani <0 points> |
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◆Blue Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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| Maika <2 points> |
8 minutes 12 seconds, |
Momoko Watanabe <0 points> |
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◆Blue Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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| Akari <2 points> |
7 minutes 46 seconds |
Tora Natsuko <0 points> |
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◆Red Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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| Himeka <2 points> |
16 minutes 17 seconds |
Tam Nakano <0 points> |
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◆Blue Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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| Utami Hayashishita <2 points> |
14 minutes 31 seconds |
Jungle Scream <0 points> |
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◆Red Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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| Julia <2 points> |
17 minutes 28 seconds |
Mayu Iwatani <0 points> |
Match Details Report
5★STAR GP2020 entrance ceremony
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◆Single match 15 minutes |
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Rinan |
4 minutes 31 seconds |
Hinan |
Rina and Hinami, sisters who have recently been teaming up and fighting together, will face off in a singles match today. A three-way match between the sisters is also scheduled for the following day. Who will take the lead in these back-to-back matches, Rina or Hinami?
As the gong sounded, both wrestlers charged forward and exchanged elbows. Rina pushed Hinami down and delivered a hair whip. She appealed for "one more!" and delivered another hair whip, then cornered Hinami and stomped on her. She pinned her against the ropes and delivered a dropkick to her back. When Hinami countered, Rina went for a body slam. Hinami resisted and countered with a body slam of her own. Hinami attempted a tomoe nage followed by an armbar. However, Rina escaped to the ropes. As Rina charged, Hinami read her move and delivered a dropkick. She took her down with an osoto gari, but it was only a two count. Hinami delivered a series of throws and covered Rina. Rina countered and went for a roll-up. Hinami rolled her up, but it was also a two count. Hinami attempted a Gedo clutch, but it was countered at the last moment. Rina attempted a jackknife pin, but Hinami kicked out. Rina went for a Manji Gatame, but it was reversed. When Hinami countered the Gedo Clutch, Rinami grabbed her arm and took her to the ground. Hinami was caught in the Hydrangea hold and gave up, giving Rinami the victory
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◆Red Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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Starlight Kid <2 points> |
3 minutes 1 second |
DEATH Yama-san. <0 points> |
The 20205☆STAR GP has begun. This is also the first Stardom strongest single league tournament under the Bushiroad regime. The opening match will be between Starlight Kid and DEATH Yama-san. Both are dark horses, but it is highly likely that the winner of this first match will make that a reality. Kid has a23rdin Yokohama, so former champion Death Yama-san will be a good test for her. Who will gain momentum in the opening match and shake up the league?
Kid extends his hand for a handshake, but Deathyama strikes the DEA-TH pose. Kid attempts some rope work, but Deathyama grabs both his legs and rolls him up. Kid lands a series of elbows. Deathyama throws him into the corner and charges, but Kid sticks his leg out. Kid delivers a dropkick to Deathyama. Deathyama pushes him down and hits a senton. Kid hits a hurricanrana followed by a 619. He also lands a standing moonsault press, but only gets a two count. Deathyama slips past Kid and tries to roll him up. Kid shakes him off, but Deathyama rolls him up. Deathyama gets behind Kid, but Kid rolls him up. Deathyama kicks out, and Kid hits a Kicchan Bomb. The three count is called and Kid gets his first win
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◆Blue Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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| AZM <2 points> |
8 minutes 3 seconds |
Saya Iida <0 points> |
Saki Kashima of Oedo Tai will be absent due to illness. As a result of her withdrawal, Saya Iida of STARS will be entered into the Blue Stars tournament at short notice. This will be Iida's first appearance. She will face AZM, who caused a sensation at last year's tournament, and Iida will be aiming to replicate AZM's performance. For AZM, who has just achieved his long-awaited high-speed championship, this league tournament will be an opportunity to take the next level. As the reigning champion, he will be expected to deliver a performance and result that surpasses last year's
When Iida offers a handshake, AZM responds coolly. AZM takes Iida's back, and Iida takes his back as well. After a struggle for the arms, AZM applies a headlock. Iida goes for a head scissors, but AZM escapes. AZM kicks Iida and sends him into the ropes, where Iida delivers a dropkick. AZM immediately returns the favor with a dropkick of his own. He corners Iida and stomps on his face. AZM delivers a soccer ball kick and a cover, but Iida kicks out. AZM corners Iida into the ropes and stomps on his face again. He takes Iida to the center of the ring and delivers a series of body slams. AZM taunts Iida, "Is that all you've got?" When Iida charges forward, AZM kicks him away. Iida dodges AZM's charge and delivers a dropkick. Iida slams AZM down and goes for a reverse Boston crab. AZM escapes, but Iida quickly brings him back to the center of the ring. AZM rolls up Iida but only gets a two count. After an exchange of elbows, AZM provokes Iida. AZM locks in an armbar but Iida escapes. AZM dives from the corner but Iida dodges and delivers a flurry of chops. AZM dodges but Iida counters with a chop. Iida climbs to the corner but AZM goes for a superplex. Iida resists and goes for a superplex powerbomb. AZM resists but Iida pulls his leg and drops him forcefully. Iida dives but AZM counters. Iida goes for the Northern Lights to finish him off. AZM counters and Iida goes for the Iidabashi. After a series of counters, Iida goes for the Iidabashi. AZM counters at the last moment and Iida charges, but AZM lands a middle kick followed by a kick to the head. Iida counters and AZM delivers three consecutive brainbusters. When Iida countered, AZM applied a Mystica-style armlock. Iida gave up, giving AZM the victory
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◆Red Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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| Small wave <2 points> |
8 minutes 6 seconds |
Saya Kamitani <0 points> |
Last year's runner-up, Konami, and newcomer Kamiya will face off in the first round. Konami has had many chances up until now, but has fallen just short. This makes her determination to win this year all the more. Meanwhile, Kamiya, making her debut, missed out on the Future of Stardom Championship, but teamed up with Utami Hayashishita to brilliantly capture the Goddess of Stardom Championship. She will challenge Maika for the Future Championship22in Yokohama. Will Kamiya, who considers herself a future star of Stardom, shake up the singles scene as well? It would not be an exaggeration to say that this match will determine the direction of the series.
After a struggle for the arms, Konami applies a headlock. Kamitani escapes and uses rope work to forcefully push her away. Konami lands a middle kick on Kamitani's dash, then a sliding kick when she corners her against the ropes. Konami applies a head scissors, and Kamitani stretches her leg out to the ropes. However, Konami holds her against the ropes and applies a chin lock. She stomps on Kamitani's face in the corner. Kamitani throws an elbow, and Konami stands up, shouting "Come on! Come on!" Konami charges, but Kamitani throws her off balance with a cartwheel and a dropkick. She corners Kamitani and delivers a running knee attack followed by a dropkick. Konami counters, and Kamitani prepares for a body slam. Konami resists, grabs her arm, and applies an armbar. Kamitani escapes and catches her kicking leg, turning into a sickle hold. She transitions into a reverse figure-four leglock, but Konami escapes. Kamitani delivers a body slam and goes to the corner. Konami notices and delivers a deadly drive. Konami delivers a dropkick to Kamitani's head from the front. When Kamiya countered, Konami applied a front neck lock. She cornered Kamiya against the ropes and delivered a knee attack from behind. Kamiya was thrown against the ropes and landed a double kick followed by a knee kick. She climbed to the corner and went for a missile kick. Konami countered, and after an overhead kick, declared she was going for the finish and delivered a running shooting star. However, Konami dodged it and applied a sleeper hold. Konami forcefully threw Kamiya backwards, delivered a kick from the front, and went for a triangle choke. Kamiya tapped out and Konami won
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◆Blue Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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| Maika <2 points> |
8 minutes 12 seconds, |
Momoko Watanabe <0 points> |
Momoko Watanabe and Maika will face off in the first match. Although Momoko defeated Maika at Korakuen Hall on July 26th , she will still be a formidable opponent. Momoko has been away from the singles scene recently, so this series is a chance for her to turn things around. She is aiming for the red belt, and if Iwatani successfully defends it on the first day of the two-day event at Yokohama Budokan, she would like to challenge for the title in the singles match scheduled for the second day. For Momoko, the 5 ☆ STARGP and the two-day event at Yokohama Budokan ( vs Giulia, vs Iwatani) are a series of trials and opportunities in singles matches. That's why she will want to secure a solid victory here and build momentum. On the other hand, Maika has won the Future of Stardom Championship, making her a double champion. She has officially joined Stardom and her resolve is firm. With a challenge for the Goddess of Stardom Championship already decided, former champion Momoko is someone who cannot be overlooked in terms of predicting her future. In terms of career and experience, Momoko seems to have the advantage, but ...
Maika charges forward and stomps on Momo in the corner. She continues the stomping even when she takes her to the center of the ring. She drives Momo to the ropes and delivers a shoulder tackle. Momo is thrown into the corner and attempts a dropkick, but Maika dodges it. Maika grabs Momo's arm and slams her to the mat, then delivers three consecutive body slams, giving Momo no chance to retaliate. Maika helps Momo up, drives her into the corner, and delivers a series of stomps before stomping on her face. Momo is thrown into the corner and finally lands a missile kick. "Don't get cocky!" she shouts, delivering a series of kicks. She runs in and delivers more kicks, returning the favor with a series of stomps. Momo attempts a brainbuster. Maika counters, and Momo retaliates with a dropkick and a PK. Momo goes for a chicken wing face lock. Maika escapes, but Momo continues to choke her. Momo attempts a Soumatou from the corner. Maika counters, and Momo declares she's going for the finish and attempts a B-driver. Maika counters, but Momo kicks her in the face. She declares she's going for the finish again and attempts a Soumatou from the corner. Maika dodges and throws Momo with a shoulder throw. She unleashes a series of judo moves followed by a rock bottom. When Momo kicks out, Maika declares she's going for the win. She climbs to the corner and grabs Momo by the neck, hanging her up in mid-air. She delivers a splash and then slams her down with a brainbuster. But Momo manages to lift her shoulders. Maika applies a sleeper hold, but Momo escapes. Momo responds to Maika's charge with a high kick. Maika gets behind her and applies a sleeper hold. She goes for a body lock, but Momo manages to stand up. Maika forcibly takes her down and continues to choke her. Momo gives up, and Maika wins her first match
Maika's comment
--You won your first match
"Well, I lost the other day, so there's no way I can afford to lose again. Besides, on22ndand23rd, I'll be challenging for the Future belt, and also for the Goddess belts held by Utami Hayashishita and Saya Kamitani, so I can't afford to lose here."
—You might think, "Here we are," but your opponent is Momo, a former world champion
"I remember seeing on Watanabe Momo's social media that she was only interested in Iwatani Mayu, but I can't let a woman who only has eyes for one person like that win. I've seen a lot of different things."
--Does that include the 5☆STAR GP?
"Yes, of course."
—How was your first singles league tournament?
"I'll be competing against members of DDM, but DDM isn't a friendly unit, so if I let my guard down they'll bite me and try to surpass me. We've always pushed each other to improve that way, so I think this is a really good experience because we wouldn't be able to compete without this kind of opportunity."
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◆Blue Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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| Akari <2 points> |
7 minutes 46 seconds |
Tora Natsuko <0 points> |
Donna del Mondo's Shuri and Oedo Tai's Tora Natsuko will clash. With Kashima Saki absent, Oedo Tai is the only unit to participate in the 5☆STAR GP. Reaching the finals is paramount to upholding Oedo Tai's prestige. On the other hand, Shuri is also scheduled to challenge Iwatani Mayu for the World of Stardom Championship, so she cannot afford to lose any more singles matches. At the same time, there is a high possibility that Shuri's true abilities will be showcased. Natsuko will likely try to evade Shuri's strikes with illegal tactics. What will be the outcome?
Natsuko charges in and drives Shuri into the ropes, but Shuri dodges and throws her to the outside, then delivers a knee attack. Natsuko slams her into the fence and slams her head into the ring post. She slams her into the fence again before bringing her back into the ring. Natsuko drives her into the corner and delivers an elbow attack and a cannonball. Shuri kicks out, and Natsuko delivers a series of face washes. She goes for a backflip and a pin, but Shuri lifts her shoulder. Shuri counters with a knee attack and a DDT. Natsuko kicks out and they exchange blows. Shuri follows up with a series of middle kicks, a corner knee attack, and a front neck chancery. Natsuko kicks out, and Shuri applies a reverse figure-four leglock. Natsuko escapes, and they exchange elbows. Natsuko blocks Shuri's middle kick and pushes her down. Shuri kicks out, and Natsuko is sent flying. Shuri kicks out, and Natsuko delivers a frog splash, but it only gets her two count. Natsuko confronted the referee in protest. She wrapped a chain around her leg and attempted a diving guillotine choke. However, Shuri dodged it and delivered a knee attack. Natsuko countered, and Shuri declared she was going for the finish and charged forward. Natsuko countered with a lariat. Shuri countered with a high kick. Shuri declared she was going for the finish and kicked Natsuko in the face, followed by a buzzsaw kick. The referee counted to three, and Shuri started the tournament with a win
Comment from Juri
"I won my first match in the 5★STAR GP. My singles match against Natsuko Tora was interesting. I want to face her again and again. But for now, I'm definitely going to win the 5★STAR GP. I want to fully experience each opponent, have fun, win the tournament, absorb as much as I can, and keep improving."
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◆Red Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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| Himeka <2 points> |
16 minutes 17 seconds |
Tam Nakano <0 points> |
Tam Nakano and Himeka, both former Actwres girl'Z wrestlers, will face off in an official match. Nakano lost to Giulia and failed to capture the white belt, but a rematch has been scheduled at Yokohama Budokan. That's why she can't afford to lose to Himeka of DDM. However, this 5☆STAR GP is also a big opportunity for Himeka to make a breakthrough. Himeka has a significant advantage in terms of physique. How will Nakano, who cannot afford to lose in this situation, overcome Himeka? It will be an exciting one-on-one match
Nakano extends her hand, and Himeka steps forward to shake it. In a test of strength in a lock-up, Himeka pushes Nakano back. Himeka breaks free and stands tall. Nakano grabs her leg and takes her to the ground. Nakano applies a neck lock, but Himeka counters by grabbing her arm and going for a headlock. As she tightens the hold on the ground, Nakano applies a head scissors. Himeka escapes, and Nakano delivers a soccer ball kick. Himeka blocks the kick from the front, lifts her up, and slams her backwards. Himeka delivers a body slam followed by a camel clutch. She releases it and delivers a foot stomp to Nakano's back. She then applies a reverse figure-four leglock and tightens the hold. Nakano reaches the ropes. Nakano throws an elbow, but Himeka takes it and stands up. Himeka sends Nakano flying with a shoulder tackle, but Nakano retaliates. Himeka slams Nakano into the corner. Nakano delivers a diving body attack, followed by a running elbow attack and a heel drop. When Himeka retaliates, Nakano takes her back. Himeka counters, but Nakano jumps and goes for an armbar. Himeka blocks and defends. She lifts up, but Nakano continues to choke. Himeka escapes to the ropes. Himeka delivers a series of shoulder tackles and attempts a reverse Boston crab. Nakano desperately reaches for the ropes. Himeka pulls her back and applies a reverse Boston crab. When Nakano escapes, Himeka delivers a knee attack to her back. When Nakano kicks out, Himeka tries to force a submission with an Argentine backbreaker. She releases it, and10minutes have passed. Nakano throws a low kick, but Himeka lands an elbow. Nakano kicks Himeka in the back, and Himeka lands another elbow. Kicking and elbowing exchanges between Nakano and Himeka. When Nakano charges, Himeka lands a lariat. As Himeka charges, Nakano lands a spinning kick. Both are down. Nakano climbs to the corner but Himeka hits her with a series of elbows from below, then lifts her up and attempts a powerbomb. Nakano dodges and hits a thrust kick. Nakano hits a Destiny Hammer from the corner. Himeka counters, and Nakano attempts a Tiger Suplex. Nakano charges after a spin kick but is countered with a jumping knee attack. Himeka declares she's going for the finish and attempts a running powerbomb. Nakano counters with a spin kick. Nakano lands a Violet Shooting and goes for the cover, but Himeka kicks out. Nakano attempts a Tiger Suplex but it falls apart and she can't bridge. Nakano pulls her up and hits her with a series of elbows. Nakano charges in for a Violet Shooting but Himeka dodges and hits a shoulder tackle.15minutes have passed. Himeka hits a lariat and a shoulder tackle. Himeka signals she's going for the finish and attempts a powerbomb. Nakano countered with a shoulder throw, but Himeka hit her with a lariat from behind. She then put Nakano on the corner and delivered a running powerbomb. The referee counted to three, and Himeka defeated Nakano.
Himeka's comment
--You won your first match
"Nakano Tam said that we've walked the same path together, but I really felt in the ring today that Nakano Tam has far more experience than me."
--In Actwres girl'Z
"We just happened to pass each other by and had absolutely no contact."
—But did you still think about it?
"That's right. As a former idol, I think it's inevitable that I'll be aware of someone who was in the same group as me, even if I don't want to."
—This will be your first time having a series of consecutive singles matches
"That's right. First of all, I want to achieve results rather than just leave my mark. But if I get injured before that, it'll all be for nothing, so I'll prioritize my physical condition and give it my all in each and every match."
--Tomorrow's match is between two stablemates, Giulia, and it's the main event
"That's right. I've never had a singles match against Giulia, and as we're in the same unit, I'm looking forward to it, but she holds the white belt, the singles belt, so I'm a little scared, but I think if I can use my size to my advantage and beat Giulia who holds the white belt, I might be able to move up the ranks of Stardom's belt scene."
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◆Blue Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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| Utami Hayashishita <2 points> |
14 minutes 31 seconds |
Jungle Scream <0 points> |
Since Hayashishita Utami's debut match, Utami and Jungle Kyona have had a long-standing rivalry, and they will face each other again in the opening match this year. In last year's opening match, Utami defeated Kyona, and the following day she handed Hoshiki Arisa, who had been undefeated in singles matches since her return, her first loss. Utami got off to a great start with two consecutive wins, but she fractured her right pinky finger during practice and had to retire midway through. Kyona also dislocated her right shoulder in her match against Jamie Hayter and was unable to complete the tournament. Two years ago, she was the runner-up right after her debut, and Kyona has yet to win a singles title. For both of them, this year's 5☆STAR GP is a stage for revenge. As both are considered favorites to win, this is a match to watch
They lock up and grapple, with Utami initially cornering Kyoka against the ropes. Kyoka reverses the situation and takes Utami to the corner. Kyoka charges forward, but both dodges. Kyoka puts Utami in a headlock and throws her into the ropes, and they exchange shoulder tackles. Utami wins the exchange. Kyoka quickly gets back up and they glare at each other. After an exchange of elbows, Utami collapses. Utami retaliates with a series of blows and charges forward, but Kyoka lands a shoulder tackle. Kyoka throws Utami into the corner and delivers a running body attack followed by a dropkick. She sends Utami out of the ring with a lariat, and as she goes to the apron, she takes a lariat to the leg. Utami performs an Argentine backbreaker at ringside and slams her into the outside fence. Kyoka retaliates by slamming Utami into the fence. Kyoka delivers a powerbomb outside the ring and slams Utami into the apron.18count and delivers a body slam, a running body press, a backflip, and a reverse figure-four leglock. Utami manages to escape by reaching the ropes. Kyoka delivers a series of stomps to Utami's back. She throws Utami into the corner and tackles her as she charges in. She tries for another one, but Utami counters with a dropkick. Utami throws Kyoka into the corner and delivers a running elbow attack, followed by a dropkick to the back of her head. When Kyoka kicks out, Utami applies a sleeper hold. Kyoka tries to escape, but Utami slams her onto the mat with a reverse dropkick and applies a body scissors sleeper hold. Kyoka gets up and slams Utami backwards to escape. Kyoka attempts a low lariat, but Utami dodges it and delivers a dropkick. Utami climbs to the corner, but Kyoka catches up and prepares for a superplex powerslam. Utami blocks it and delivers an elbow. They exchange elbows on the corner. Utami shouts, "I'm going to drop you!" and lifts Kyoka up. Kyoka blocks it and delivers an elbow before executing a superplex powerslam.10minutes have passed. Kyoka delivers a running lariat, puts her on the corner, and attempts a jungle buster. However, Utami blocks it. Then Kyoka hits a lariat and a body slam. She climbs to the corner and hits a diving body press, but Utamitwo. Kyoka hits a hammer throw powerbomb, but Utami's shoulder rises. Kyoka helps Utami up and hits a lariat, but Utami dodges and hits a STO. Both are down. Kyoka gets up and hits an elbow, but Utami blocks it and takes her back. Kyoka hits an elbow smash and charges, but Utami catches her and puts her in a bat hang. She slams her down and goes for the cover, but Kyoka kicks out. Utami pulls Kyoka up and hits an Argentine back suplex. Kyoka grabs the referee's arm, but Utami spins him around and slams him down. Kyoka kicks out, and Utami goes for a German suplex. She hits another one, and then yet another German suplex. The referee counts to three, and Utami starts with a win.
Comment from Utami
Utami: "I'm tired... so tired... This is my fourth singles match against Jungle Kyona. My debut match ended in a draw. My first year in 5☆STAR ended in a draw. My second year in 5☆STAR ended in a referee stoppage. And today, for the fourth time, I got the three count and won. I finally beat Jungle Kyona. I'm all beaten up, but I'm the one who won. I've had the best start to 5☆STAR this year. I'm always at the start, so this year I want to keep shining until the very end and become the most brilliant wrestler in 5☆STAR."
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◆Red Stars Official League Match: 20-minute single match |
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| Julia <2 points> |
17 minutes 28 seconds |
Mayu Iwatani <0 points> |
The opening match will see a clash between the red and white champions. World of Stardom Champion Mayu Iwatani is defending her title against Jungle Kyona, while Giulia has just become Wonder of Stardom Champion after defeating Tam Nakano in a title match. Their careers as champions are contrasting, and their wrestling styles are also contrasting. This year's official matches have been changed from 15 minutes to 20 minutes, making a time-limit draw less likely than in previous years. However, will a decisive outcome be reached in this crucial first one-on-one match? This is a major match that will be a "big event" no matter who wins, and both have title defenses scheduled for two consecutive days in Yokohama (August 22nd , Red = Iwatani vs. Syuri; August 23rd, White = Giulia vs. Nakano). Will the Iwatani vs. Giulia red vs. white champion showdown be the first and last, or will it be another...?
When Iwatani offered a handshake, Giulia pretended to accept but then pulled her hand away. After a tense stare, they cautiously moved into a collar-and-elbow lock. Giulia quickly moved behind Iwatani, but Iwatani regained control. Giulia tripped Iwatani and took her to the ground for a body scissors. Iwatani countered by elbowing Giulia's knee and went for a headlock. When Giulia went for a head scissors, Iwatani quickly escaped. Giulia grabbed Iwatani's arm, but Iwatani countered. Giulia went for a headlock, and Iwatani pretended to throw her into the ropes but then went for a headlock herself. When Giulia broke free, Iwatani slapped her. Iwatani delivered a soccer ball kick and a body slam. Giulia kicked out, and Iwatani delivered a series of stomps followed by a low dropkick. Giulia kicked out again, and Iwatani delivered a neckbreaker to Iwatani near the apron. Giulia went for a submission hold on the ground. When Iwatani escaped, Iwatani took some distance outside the ring. When Iwatani returned, Giulia stomped on her. Giulia provoked Iwatani, and Iwatani delivered a series of elbows. Giulia delivered a big boot. Iwatani's right arm is grabbed, but she escapes to the ropes. Giulia taunts her, "What's wrong, Icon?" "Is this all you've got as Stardom's Icon?" Giulia runs to the ropes, and Iwatani hits a Sling Blade. Iwatani dodges Giulia's Big Boot and delivers a Dropkick. Giulia clears the Northern Lights. Iwatani gets behind Giulia, but Giulia dodges and charges. Giulia jumps on her and applies a Manji Gatame, continuing to choke her on the ground. Giulia hits a Big Boot to Iwatani's face and drops a Missile Kick from the corner. Iwatani kicks out, and counters a Brainbuster with a Thrust Kick. Giulia hits a Big Boot, and Iwatani hits a Thrust Kick. Giulia hits another Big Boot, and Iwatani hits a Thrust Kick. Giulia hits a flurry of punches, and Iwatani counters with a Thrust Kick and a German Suplex.10minutes have passed. Iwatani climbs to the corner, and Giulia follows with a headbutt. Iwatani hits a headbutt, and Giulia hits another one. They continue with a flurry of headbutts before executing a Superplex. When Iwatani retaliated, Giulia went for the Glorious. Iwatani endured and delivered a Tombstone Piledriver. Both were down and exchanged slaps. Even after getting up, they exchanged elbows. Iwatani did a high kick and then jumped on Giulia for a Dodonpa. Giulia countered and Iwatani put her on the corner and delivered a Running Three. Iwatani didn't go for the cover and instead did a Frog Splash from the corner. Giulia countered and Iwatani hit a Tiger. However Giulia managed to escape. Iwatani went for a Moonsault Press but Giulia dodged it and15minutes had passed. Giulia delivered a double kick to the face. Both were down. Iwatani got behind Giulia but Giulia countered with a back drop. Giulia took some hang time and delivered a Falcon Arrow. Iwatani countered and Giulia applied an armlock. Iwatani managed to reach the ropes. Three minutes remaining. Giulia delivered a piledriver followed by a Glorious Driver for the three count. White belt champion Giulia defeated red belt champion Iwatani, starting the 5☆STAR GP with a win.
Giulia: "To all of you who absolutely adore Giulia! I have defeated Stardom's icon, Mayu Iwatani. I think this is a very promising start. All of you from Donna del Mondo, please come up into the ring. Today, today, all of you from Donna del Mondo have achieved victories. We, Donna del Mondo, hope to continue winning all our matches and finish this tournament undefeated, yes."
Akari: "Yes, yes. Winning every match is impossible, right? Because we're fighting. Someone's going to lose. Winning every match is impossible, right everyone? Are you okay? Are you okay? Are you okay?"
Julia: "I see... Right, winning every match is impossible. Someone might lose. Tomorrow... Hehehe."
Himeka: "Tomorrow, you're the one who's going to lose. See you tomorrow."
Julia: "So, we've had a great start, and we're hoping Donna del Mondo will go undefeated tomorrow and the day after that as well..."
Shuri: "Winning every match is impossible."
Julia: "Akari, Maika, Himeka, Julia, the women who shine in the world, Donna del Mondo, everyone, look forward to watching this league! Got it!? Arrivederci, see you later!"
Julia's comment
"Ah, this is awesome. I think this league tournament has gotten off to a good start. I've hardly ever faced Mayu Iwatani, so I wondered how it would go, but I think Icon is lacking a bit of momentum. The red belt, Shuri will be challenging for next, and of course she will win it. Since I beat Mayu Iwatani today, if Shuri becomes champion, I want to have a double title match with this belt and the red belt on the line. And tomorrow it's Himeka. Just because we're teammates doesn't mean anything can happen in a pro wrestling ring. I'm really looking forward to figuring out how to cook up that big Himeka. Giulia will remain undefeated and win every match, and she will win this league tournament as well, so Arrivederci, see you later."