"STARDOM YOKOHAMA CINDERELLA 2020"
October 3rd (Sat) Yokohama Budokan (Attendance: 1007 people = Sold out / Limited number of attendees due to COVID-19 measures)
Match Results
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◆High-Speed Championship Match: 30-minute, one-fall match |
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<Champion> |
11 minutes 27 seconds |
<Challenger> |
| AZM |
Starlight Kid |
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* AZM, the 19th champion, successfully defended his title for the first time
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◆Single match 15 minutes |
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Shirakawa Mina |
5 minutes 7 seconds: |
Hannan |
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◆Special Tag Team Match: 15-minute time limit, one fall |
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Riho |
8 minutes 39 seconds |
Manase Yuuna |
| ○Saya Iida |
Summer Violet ● |
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◆New DDM member makes an appearance in a singles match, 15-minute time limit, one fall |
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Natsu-poo |
4 minutes 52 seconds |
DEATH Yama-san |
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◆SWA World Championship Title Deciding Match: 30-minute single fall match |
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Bea Priestley |
12 minutes 53 seconds |
Watanabe Momo |
*Bea Priestley becomes the 6th champion
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◆TCS vs. Oedo Tai: Loser Unit Disbands - No DQ Match, 30-minute single fall match |
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Tora Natsuko |
13 minutes 7 seconds |
Jungle Scream Girl ● |
| ○ Saki Kashima |
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◆Goddess of Stardom Championship Match (30-minute time limit) |
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<Champion group> |
22 minutes 33 seconds |
<Challenger Group> |
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Utami Hayashishita |
Maika● |
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○ Saya Kamitani |
Himeka |
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*The 18th champions, Utami Hayashishita and Saya Kamitani, successfully defended their titles for the first time
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◆Wonder of Stardom Championship Match - No Time Limit, One Fall Match |
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<Champion> |
17 minutes 25 seconds |
<Challenger> |
| Julia |
Nakano Tam |
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*14th champion Giulia successfully defended her title for the first time
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◆World of Stardom Championship Match - No Time Limit, One Fall Match |
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<Champion> |
28 minutes 58 seconds |
<Challenger> |
| Iwatani Mayu |
Juri |
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* Mayu Iwatani, the 12th champion, successfully defended her title for the fourth time
Match Details Report
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◆High-Speed Championship Match: 30-minute, one-fall match |
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<Champion> |
11 minutes 27 seconds |
<Challenger> |
| AZM |
Starlight Kid |
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* AZM, the 19th champion, successfully defended his title for the first time
Although the two-day event scheduled for August 22nd and 23rd was canceled due to the effects of the coronavirus, Stardom will proceed as originally planned to hold the opening pro wrestling event at Yokohama Budokan. The first match of this momentous occasion will be the first title defense for AZM, who achieved her long-held dream of winning the High Speed Championship for the first time at Korakuen Hall on July 26th . Her opponent is her rival, Starlight Kid. AZM and Kid faced off in a three-way title match at Korakuen Hall on July 26th , where AZM defeated Kid to claim the belt. Champion Riho lost the title without suffering a defeat, but this will be a decisive singles match between AZM and Kid, their first in approximately two years. AZM aims for her first singles championship defense, while Kid aims to reclaim the title for the first time since the inaugural Future of Stardom Championship. What kind of scene awaits them after a high-speed battle?
Kid extends his hand for a handshake, and AZM steps forward to accept. As soon as the bell rings, Kid charges forward, but AZM dodges, only for Kid to deliver an arm whip. AZM retaliates, exchanging dropkicks. AZM extends his hand, and as Kid reaches out to accept, they transition into rope work. AZM corners Kid and stomps on his face. AZM throws Kid into the corner and delivers a running dropkick. Kid kicks out at one, but AZM follows up with a body slam and a foot stomp to his arm. Kid kicks out again, and AZM taunts him, "What's wrong, is that all you've got?" Kid charges forward, but AZM stands firm and delivers an elbow. Kid is sent flying and thrown into the ropes, then onto the apron for a DDT. Kid then performs a plancha onto AZM outside the ring. Kid brings AZM back into the ring and delivers a 619, followed by a standing moonsault press. AZM, having been rejected by Kid, turns around and delivers a missile kick and a brainbuster. Kid counters, and AZM escapes an armlock. AZM signals his finish and attempts a diving foot stomp. Kid dodges, catches AZM's leg, and delivers a dropkick from the mortar. Kid charges forward and delivers a back cracker. He climbs to the corner, and AZM catches up and prepares for a superplex. Kid endures and delivers a series of elbows before kicking AZM down. AZM counters a spinning diving body press and delivers a high kick and a diving foot stomp. Kid counters, and they exchange elbows, AZM delivers a high kick, and Kid delivers a DDT. Both are down. They both get up at the eight count and exchange elbows. Kid charges forward with a slap, but AZM delivers a high kick and attempts a superplex. Kid survives, but AZM delivers a diving foot stomp. Kid counters, and AZM applies a Mystica-style armlock. However, Kid's foot reaches the ropes. AZM attempts a triangle kick on Kid. Kid blocks it and hits a fisherman suplex. AZM retaliates, and Kid hits a Kicchan Bomb. Kid dodges it and hits a 619 followed by a Kicchan Bomb. However, AZM manages to kick out. Kid climbs to the corner and attempts a moonsault press. AZM dodges it and rolls him up. Kid counters and gets pinned. After an exchange of roll-ups, AZM hits an Azumi Sushi, but Kid kicks out. Kid hits a neckbreaker and climbs to the top rope to attempt a moonsault. AZM catches up and kicks him in the arm, then grabs his arm on the corner and drops him down. He then applies a chokehold, but Kid's feet reach the ropes.10minutes have passed. AZM declares he's going for the finish and hits a diving foot stomp. He grabs Kid's arm and applies a superplex chokehold. He grabs his legs and applies another chokehold, and finally Kid gives up. AZM successfully defends his title for the first time.
AZM's comment
"At the Stardom big match in Yokohama, I successfully defended my title. It wasn't something I took for granted, but Kid really pushed me to the limit. As champion, I never thought I might lose, so I didn't think I would lose, but it was really fun to face my rival. Well, regardless of Kid, as I said at the previous Korakuen Hall event, I also want to face Mei Hoshizuki. So, I intend to take this belt to other promotions as well as Stardom, so please keep an eye on me."
--What was it like being in the opening match? "Honestly, I was incredibly nervous. It was a big match, and our match was being streamed live on YouTube. I think there were a lot of first-time viewers, so if they watched our match and thought, 'I want to come to Stardom and see more,' that alone would make me happy."
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◆Single match 15 minutes |
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Shirakawa Mina |
5 minutes 7 seconds: |
Hannan |
Hanan, who made her return after a year and three months at Shin- Kiba on September 5th, will represent the three sisters (?) at the inaugural show of the Yokohama Budokan. With her opponent, Z, to be announced on the day, the pressure may be immense, but if Z turns out to be a wrestler from another promotion, it could be argued that Hanan has been entrusted with guarding Stardom's gate. So, who will be stepping into the ring as Z...?
As usual, Hanan presented fans with masks she had made in the handicrafts club. Next up was Z, whose true identity was Shirakawa Mina, who had just finished her contract with Tokyo Joshi Pro-Wrestling. As the gong rang, they began with a lock-up to test their strength. Hanan grabbed Shirakawa's arm and tightened her grip, but Shirakawa countered and took her back. Shirakawa went for a leg lock, but Hanan reversed it into a headlock. Shirakawa threw Hanan into the ropes and delivered a leapfrog followed by an arm whip. Shirakawa taunted Hanan, who escaped to the ropes. Shirakawa charged, but Hanan delivered a series of dropkicks. Shirakawa countered, and Hanan went for an armbar. Shirakawa escaped, and Hanan delivered a foot stomp to her arm. Shirakawa threw an elbow, and Hanan retaliated, shouting, "What's wrong, huh!" Shirakawa delivered a series of flying cross chops and went for a hanging topknot. Hanan threw Shirakawa as she charged, followed by a series of judo moves and a double wrist arm drag. Shirakawa countered, and Hanan charged forward, but Shirakawa countered with an aerial body slam. Shirakawa charged forward again, and Hanan rolled him up for a pin. Shirakawa elbowed Hanan as he dashed forward. Hanan countered, and Shirakawa followed with a diving body attack and an implant DDT. Hanan was unable to counter, and Shirakawa secured the victory
Shirakawa's comment
--So, your true identity as Z has been revealed?
"It's Zeta, not Z. I love Gundam, and I call it Zeta. Zeta in Stardom. I really didn't know what the audience would think, whether they knew me or not, but I quit being a regular participant in Tokyo Joshi Pro-Wrestling, and although Tokyo Joshi Pro-Wrestling was a great environment, I deliberately left and started from scratch again in Stardom, so I came here with a lot of determination. As a gravure idol wrestler, Yuzupon was my biggest role model. I felt that I wouldn't be able to get closer to my goal unless I came to the ring where Yuzupon was, so I made the decision to step up to Stardom this time."
—What is your actual experience like at Stardom?
"I think Hanan is probably still a young fighter, but she's incredibly strong, and to be honest, I was surprised when I fought her. She was instantly targeting my joints. I was also worried that the audience wouldn't respond to my clapping and cheers, but they were much warmer than I had imagined, and since I was welcomed so warmly, I reaffirmed today that I want to get a good result here."
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◆Special Tag Team Match: 15-minute time limit, one fall |
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Riho |
8 minutes 39 seconds |
Manase Yuuna |
| ○Saya Iida |
Summer Violet ● |
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A tag team match between Riho & Saya Iida and Yuna Manase & Sumire Natsu. Yuna Manase is originally from Stardom (5th generation) and is currently with Ganbare☆Pro-Wrestling. Initially, she was scheduled to participate in a 6- person tag team match at Yokohama Budokan on August 22nd , and she even appeared at the press conference to show her affection for Stardom, but the event was canceled and it vanished into thin air. However, the Yokohama Budokan event has been rescheduled, and although the card has been changed, her return to her former home has been officially confirmed. How will her teamwork with Oedo Tai's Sumire Natsu be? Is there a next step for Manase in her Stardom career? This match will reveal the answer !
Manase shakes hands with Riho and Iida. The match begins with Riho and Iida attacking Manase. Manase refuses to be thrown into the corner and hits them both with a lariat. She then delivers a spectacular body slam to Iida. Natsu tags in and whips Iida. Natsu slams Iida into the corner and presses her face against it, and Manase joins in. Manase corners Riho and presses her chest against her. On the other side, Natsu hits Iida with a Bronco Buster. Natsu slams Iida into her corner and hands her over to Manase. Manase covers Iida but only gets a two count. Iida attempts a brainbuster but Manase resists and delivers a body slam. Manase corners Iida and hits her with a lariat followed by a big boot. Iida kicks out and Manase attempts a body slam. Iida counters and delivers a body slam to Manase instead. Riho hits Manase with a hurricanrana, a 619, and a diving body attack. Manase catches her and slams her to the mat. Manase attempts a hip drop, but Riho kicks out of it. Manase charges forward with a clear aim, but Riho jumps in to stop her. Iida hits Manase with a dropkick and a series of reverse chops. Manase retaliates with strikes, and Iida counters with a chop. Manase and Iida charge at each other, and Manase knocks Iida down. Natsu hits Iida with a big boot and a fisherman suplex. Riho joins in, and they exchange dropkicks with Iida. Iida hits Natsu with a missile kick, but Manase makes the save. Iida prepares for a Northern Lights suplex on Natsu, but Natsu counters with a Youran. Natsu goes for a Shining Wizard followed by Youran. However, Riho makes the save. Riho is sent flying by Manase's shoulder tackle. Natsu pulls out a whip, but Iida delivers a dropkick. The whip flies into the audience. Manase's big boot accidentally hits Natsu. Iida hits Natsu with a Northern Lights suplex. The referee counts to three, and Iida takes the pinfall victory over Natsu
Comments from Riho and Iida
Iida: "I finally got a win. But this victory was only possible thanks to Riho's assistance. I want to use this Northern Lights Suplex wisely and get victories against many more opponents in the future."
Riho: "We thought our match was a 'welcome back Manase' match, but Iida's victory gave it meaning, and we'll continue to do our best from now on."
Iida: "Thank you."
Riho: "Thank you very much."
Manase's comment
"What about Natsu-san? My partner was Natsu-san, and I didn't really get to say much in the ring, but I was a little happy when she called me Manase at the end, so I charged in and Natsu-san flew away. But I think my feelings just overflowed. Ah, but I wanted to win! It's frustrating to think that if I had won, there might have been a continuation. Because I lost with her. But I don't think this is the end for me, so I will continue to work hard at pro wrestling so that I can meet all of you who love Stardom again, so please continue to support me. Can I say one more thing?" There's a senior from my Stardom days, Takumi Iroha, and she's having a match at Korakuen Hall on the 6th. This is a bond that could only be formed because of Stardom. So, I'm going to channel all the frustration I felt today into Takumi's match, so please come see not only Stardom but also GanPro. Thank you very much. Stardom was fun! (What was it like being back in Stardom after so long?) I thought it would feel more fresh because I was fighting someone I'd never met before, but when I saw the Stardom mat in the ring, even though the logo had changed, I was really moved. To be honest, I was very anxious about going to a new place until I stepped up, but Yuzuki was there and smiled at me. I felt like I had come home. So, I think there will definitely be a continuation to this. I don't think it will end with these feelings, so I will do my best to express what comes next in the ring
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◆New DDM member makes an appearance in a singles match, 15-minute time limit, one fall |
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Natsu-poo |
4 minutes 52 seconds |
DEATH Yama-san |
As previously announced by Giulia, a new member of Donna del Mondo made her debut in this match. Being a new member, it seems she will be a regular participant as part of DDM going forward. Her first opponent is DEATH Yama from TCS. It will be interesting to see what kind of fight the fifth member of DDM puts up against this formidable opponent
Following Deathyama appeared Natsumi Maki, a former Actwres girl'Z wrestler who primarily competed in Tokyo Joshi Pro-Wrestling. This was her first appearance in Stardom in a long time. Surrounded by DDM members, she appeared at the gate and was carried down the aisle on Himeka's shoulders. Natsumi Maki was introduced as "Natsupoi". As the gong sounded, Deathyama struck her usual poses in all four directions. Natsupoi then attacked, using the ropes to deliver a series of hair whips. She cornered Deathyama and stomped on her. Deathyama attacked by pinching Natsupoi's nose. Deathyama cornered Natsupoi and each time she charged, Natsupoi stuck out her leg and delivered a dropkick. Deathyama delivered a cross chop followed by a senton. Deathyama attempted a brainbuster, but Natsupoi jumped in and rolled her up with an aerial Manji Gatame. Natsupoi delivered a series of dropkicks and a diving body attack. Deathyama kicked out and countered Natsupoi's neck screw attempt with a reverse pin. Natsupoi attempted a neckbreaker drop followed by a jackknife, but it was reversed. Natsupoi then landed a kick and went for a German suplex. The referee counted to three, giving Natsupoi a victory in her DDM debut
Natsupoi: "Hello everyone, or rather, it's been a while. I'm Natsupoi, also known as Natsupoi, a new member of Donna del Mondo . I've decided to embark on a new pro wrestling career with this Stardom unit. My goal is to become the High Speed Champion. (Pointing to AZM , who is watching from the corner of the arena ). Please remember me from now on. See you again!"
Natsupoi's comment
--Appearing as a new member of DDM
"Well, I think I've given away a lot of hints. But whether you understand them or not, I was confident I could unleash my full Natsupoi world, so I want to continue to liven up DDM, or rather, Stardom."
-- How is your ring name written?
"It's in hiragana! It's in hiragana."
—Why hiragana?
"Because I was born with the name hiragana."
—Is your target the high-speed belt?
"Yes. High Speed, I was really excited to see such an intense match from the very first game today . I'm definitely going to take High Speed. I'll start my attack from High Speed."
—How does it feel to step into the ring in a new costume?
"It's amazing. It's been a while, but it also doesn't feel like it's been that long, and yet it feels like I've come to a new place, which gives me chills. I'm looking forward to what's to come."
—How did Julia recruit you?
"I'll leave that to your imagination."
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◆SWA World Championship Title Deciding Match: 30-minute single fall match |
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Bea Priestley |
12 minutes 53 seconds |
Watanabe Momo |
*Bea Priestley becomes the 6th champion
Jamie Hayter defeated Utami Hayashishita to become the 5th champion, but due to the effects of the coronavirus, she was unable to come to Japan. As a result, she had to relinquish the title without a title defense. The vacant belt will be contested by Momo Watanabe and Bea Priestley. The two were originally allies in Queen's Quest, but Priestley betrayed Momo and joined Oedo Tai. This is where the animosity between the two began. Due to the current social situation, Priestley had also lost opportunities to participate, but she19thand called Momo "lame." This led to the decision for this one-on-one match, with the SWA World Championship belt also on the line. Although it is a title match, it seems that settling the old feud will be the first step.
As soon as the gong sounded, Priestley charged at Momo, and they exchanged elbows. Momo went for a dropkick, but Priestley dodged it. Momo threw Priestley out of the ring and delivered a soccer ball kick. Back in the ring, she got into position for a B-driver on the apron. Momo resisted and switched to a series of middle kicks. Priestley dodged them, and Momo's foot hit the ring post. Outside the ring, Priestley attacked Momo's right leg, pretending to slam it into the audience but instead slamming her forehead into the ring. Back in the ring, she hooked Momo's leg onto the third rope and tightened the choke. Priestley slammed Momo into the corner and hooked her right knee onto the rope and tightened the choke. She continued to tighten the choke while Momo was suspended in mid-air. She slammed her knee onto the mat and went for the cover, but Momo kicked out. Priestley continued to attack Momo's right leg. On the ground, Momo attempted a sleeper hold, but Momo quickly escaped. Priestley stomped on Momo and gloated. She picked Momo up, threw her into the corner, and charged. Momo dodged and delivered a series of running dropkicks. Momo delivers a missile kick from behind and sends Presley flying with a middle kick. She then corners Presley and lands a series of middle kicks. When Presley kicks out, Momo applies a dragon sleeper. When Presley gets up, she counters with a kneebar. Momo escapes but Presley hits a swing neckbreaker. Momo kicks out and lands a series of elbows on Presley on the corner. Presley dives, but Momo catches her and performs a back suplex. Both are down. Momo lands high kicks from both sides. Momo puts Presley on the corner and prepares for a waterwheel drop. Presley counters and attempts a powerbomb. When Presley resists, Momo attempts a back drop but is also dropped. Momo hits a Soumatou from the second base. Presley kicks out, and Momo hits a B-Driver, but only gets a two count. Momo declares she's going for the finish and attempts a B-Driver from the corner. Presley counters with a shoulder carry. Momo rolls her up and goes for a Kamigoye and cover. Presley kicks out, and Momo hits a chicken wing. Prestley gets up, but Momo throws him backward and hits him with a Soumatou from the front. Prestley retaliates, but Momo aims a high kick. Prestley catches it, but Momo rolls him up. Momo dodges a knee and gets into a Tequila stance. Prestley attempts a back drop hold, but Momo counters with a dragon screw and a knee attack. Prestley tries a Plan Bee, but Momo kicks out. Prestley shifts his knee pads and charges forward. He hoists the hit Momo onto his shoulders and performs a Queen's Landing. The referee counts to three, and Prestley becomes the new champion
Priestley: "There's one thing I want to say. Momo, Momo, Shoppai."
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◆TCS vs. Oedo Tai: Loser Unit Disbands - No DQ Match, 30-minute single fall match |
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Tora Natsuko |
13 minutes 7 seconds |
Jungle Scream Girl ● |
| ○ Saki Kashima |
wavelet |
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At the Korakuen Hall event on September 28th , Tokyo Cyber Squad and Oedo Tai clashed in a Captain Fall 6- woman tag team match. Oedo Tai's Natsuko had long demanded that the unit disband if TCS lost, but the disbandment was not explicitly mentioned at the Korakuen Hall event, and the match ended with Natsuko losing by disqualification after going out of control. It was a frustrating result. With TCS facing the threat of disbandment, Kyoka also appealed that "the loser will disband," and finally, a no-rules "loser unit disbandment match" was decided. The losing team will be disbanded. In this match, one of the units will disappear from Stardom.
As Kyoko's entrance was announced, the Oedo Tai attacked. Natsuko delivered a series of blows to Kyoko. A pile of chairs was set up in the ring. Natsuko and Kashima slammed Kyoko into the pile of chairs. Kashima threw Kyoko around and Natsuko hit her with a chair. Kashima then delivered a face crusher onto the chair. When Kyoko retaliated, Kashima attacked her with a chair. Konami tried to intervene but Natsuko interfered. Natsukoboth ofthem, chair and all. Kashima slammed Kyoko into the corner. Natsuko delivered a hair whip and then a face wash to Kyoko. Kashima prepared a chair and got ready to do a brainbuster with Natsuko. Kyoko resisted andboth ofthem at once. Kyoko tagged in Konami. Konami put Kashima in an Indian deathlock. Natsuko interfered but Konami eliminated her. Kashima hit Konami with a big boot and a brainbuster hold. Konami retaliated and caught Kashima's leg. Kashima escapes and hits a big boot from a hurricanrana. Natsuko hits Konami with a spear attack, a cannonball, and a backflip. Konami kicks out and Natsuko brings out a chain. Konami hits a high kick and a German suplex. Natsuko kicks out and Konami hands the ball to Kyoka. Kyoka hits Natsuko with a series of shoulder tackles. Natsuko tries to withstand them but Kyoka wins. Kyoka throws Natsuko into the corner and hits a spear attack. Natsuko dodges and TCS interferes with a series of spear attacks. Kyoka attempts a diving body press but Natsuko kicks out. Kyoka tries to lift Natsuko but Natsuko resists. Kyoka aims a lariat and hits Natsuko instead. Natsuko brings out a chain and wraps it around her neck. Konami intervenes and successfully breaks up the chain, hitting Natsuko with a middle kick. Natsuko eliminates Konami with a counter lariat. Natsuko is sent to heaven by Kyona. Kyona retaliates, and10minutes have passed. Priestley and Kashima set up a table. Natsuko lays Kyona down and takes her to the corner. TCS intervenes, and Kyona delivers a lariat. Konami lifts Natsuko up from the corner and delivers a missile kick in a coordinated move. However, Natsuko manages to kick out. Kyona lays Natsuko down on the table and delivers a piledriver. The table breaks in two. However, Kashima breaks up the attack. Kashima attacks Kyona with a chair. Kashima delivers a diving foot stomp followed by a series of chair blows. She and Konami have a chair fight. Kashima stops the chair, and Konami takes it and hits Kyona on the head. From there, Kashima makes a comeback. The three count is called and Kashima is announced as the winner.
Konami: "Jungle, jungle, Jungle Kyona! Just how long and how much sympathy do you intend to garner?A TCSshould naturally disband. I will continue as the evil woman and grappler of the Oedo Tai. Jungle Kyona! The end. It's over!"
Natsuko: "Too bad for you, Jungle. It was all in our hands. From today, Konami is in the Oedo Tai! And TCS is disbanded!" Kyoka: "Konami! Konami! Aaaaaah !! TCS... I couldn't protect it. I'm sorry ... (tears). The other members can all go wherever they want. I will live my own life. Thank you so much to everyone who supported TCS ."
Comment from Oedo Tai
Konami: "Jungle Kyona, you're incredibly persistent. What are you trying to say? You keep chasing after someone who isn't even there, and you think you're gaining sympathy that way? That's how you always live. If she were by my side, she'd just be a burden, and I've arrived in the new Oedo Tai. That's all. I fight for myself. Not for my teammates, not for anyone. I came here simply seeking my own fight. That's all. Jungle Kyona, Tokyo Cyber Squad, the end!"
—Did Konami choose the Oedo Tai of her own free will?
Konami: "That's right."
Natsuko: "Of course!"
—So Natsuko wasn't the one who invited him?
Natsuko: "That's not it. I listened to you because I saw potential in you."
--Did Konami initiate the conversation?
Konami: "The reason I joined Oedo Tai is that I'm not trying to pander to the fans. And of course, I'm not trying to pander to the company. I'm not trying to pander to the other wrestlers either. Everyone is my enemy. I'm here just to fight. I didn't think I could fight if I joined any other unit, so I chose Oedo Tai. That's all there is to it."
—When did that happen?
Konami: "Um..."
Natsuko: "We've been in contact for about a month now. Or maybe even longer? Maybe even longer. A lot of things happened, I don't really know why, but anyway, Konami said she wanted to become a hated character, so I accepted. Of course, she has the skills, and her style is something that the Oedo Tai doesn't have right now. Keep an eye on her starting tomorrow."
—So Konami has been deceiving Kyoko for the past month?
Konami: "...That's right."
Natsuko: "Hehehe. She's such an idiot. She always trusts someone. It's always been like that, hasn't it? Like Watanabe Momo. I don't know if she betrayed us or not, but deep down I always hated it, and it's the same with Konami this time. Today has proven that she doesn't have the ability to lead anyone or to form a unit. So, there's nothing left for us to do."
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◆Goddess of Stardom Championship Match (30-minute time limit) |
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<Champion group> |
22 minutes 33 seconds |
<Challenger Group> |
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Utami Hayashishita |
Maika● |
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○ Saya Kamitani |
Himeka |
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*The 18th champions, Utami Hayashishita and Saya Kamitani, successfully defended their titles for the first time
Utami Hayashishita and Saya Kamitani will be making their first defense of the Goddesses of Stardom Championship. The title match was originally23rd, but was postponed to this date due to the cancellation of that event. The challengers are also the same DDM team, Maika and Himeka. Champion Utami won the 5☆STAR GP single league tournament for the first time. Maika and Himeka also fully demonstrated their strength as singles players throughout this series. Moreover, Himeka competed against Utami in the finals. As this is a tag team championship match following the 5☆STAR GP, it is inevitable that the growth levels of both teams will clash fiercely in the ring. In this context, Kamitani will likely hold the key to the match. Although she did not rack up many wins in 5☆STAR, she earned some commendable points, and it does not seem that she is significantly behind the other three in terms of growth. Originally, the Goddesses Championship was won by this team thanks to Kamitani's appeal. For that reason, Kamitani's efforts will likely be the deciding factor in this match.
Maika and Utami are the first to face each other, with Maika choosing Utami to take the lead. They lock up and grapple, with Maika going for Utami's arm, but Utami gets it back. They grapple for the back, and Maika applies a headlock. Utami tries to counter, but Maika tightens the hold. Utami throws Maika into the ropes and delivers a shoulder tackle. Utami and Kamiya team up and use rope work to confuse Utami before delivering a double dropkick. Utami stomps on Maika repeatedly. Kamiya kicks Maika repeatedly in her corner. She tries to lift her up, but Maika slams her down instead. Himeka enters the ring and, together with Maika, kicks Kamiya in the face. Himeka repeatedly slams Kamiya into the corner. She then ties up Kamiya's hair and performs a hair whip before cornering her and stomping on her throat. Himeka delivers a series of body slams with long hang time. Maika body slams Kamiya. Maika and Himeka attack Kamiya in combination. Kamitani dodges Maika's charge with a cartwheel and delivers a dropkick. Utami hits Maika with a series of shoulder tackles. Maika jumps on her and grabs her arm. When Utami escapes, Maika hits her with a big boot. Maika grabs both of Utami's arms and slams her down. Himeka hits Utami with a knee attack. When Utami retaliates, Himeka goes for a reverse Boston crab. Kamitani breaks up the hold and calls Utami in, and the two throw Himeka into the corner and charge. Himeka dodges and hits both of them with lariats, then lifts them both up in an Argentine backbreaker. Himeka puts Utami in a reverse Boston crab. When Utami escapes, Himeka charges. Utami dodges and hits Himeka with a dropkick to the back.10minutes have passed. Utami unleashes a series of judo moves on Himeka. Maika manages to withstand them, and Utami goes for a sleeper hold. However, Maika escapes to the ropes. Utami announces her finishing move and goes for an Argentine backbreaker. Himeka endures, and her lariat with Utami clashes. Himeka wins. Utami sends Himeka flying, but Himeka lands a lariat. A lariat exchange ensues, leaving both down. They get up and lariats clash again. Kamitani delivers a diving body attack and a missile kick to Himeka. Himeka retaliates, and Kamitani lands a lariat on her. Maika and Kamitani exchange lariats from the front and back. Himeka lays Kamitani down and attempts a fantastic flip with Maika in the corner. However, Kamitani manages to get out of it on her own. Himeka puts Kamitani in an Argentine backbreaker. She then slams her forward, but only gets a two count. Himeka declares she's going for the finish, but Utami lands a lariat. Utami dodges Himeka's lariat and delivers a German suplex.15minutes have passed. Maika uses a series of judo moves on Kamitani. When Kamitani retaliates, Maika kicks her in the face. Kamitani lands a series of elbows, and Maika retaliates. Kamitani lands another series of elbows, and Maika fights back, resulting in an exchange of blows. Maika lands a Rock Bottom, but only gets a two count. Maika announces her intention and gets into position for a Brainbuster. Kamitani resists, but Maika lifts her up again and executes the Brainbuster. As Maika charges, Kamitani lands a dropkick and applies a reverse figure-four leglock. Maika escapes, and Kamitani heads to the corner. Maika also climbs up and lands a Superplex. However, Utami makes the break. Himeka eliminates Utami, and20minutes have passed. As Maika charges, Kamitani lands a dropkick and a standing double knee drop. Maika blocks the Running Shooting Star and slams her to the mat. Maika announces her finish and lifts Kamitani up. Kamitani escapes and lands a knee kick. Kamitani aims for the Running Shooting Star and goes for it, but Maika's shoulder rises. Kamitani pulls Maika up and delivers a Crusher. However, Himeka managed to break the hold. Utami chased Himeka out and then faced Kamiya with the Magic Killer. Kamiya then delivered a Phoenix Splash. This resulted in a three-count, and the champions successfully defended their title.
Comments from Shimi & Kamiya
Utami: "Are you okay? I'm tired, but I successfully defended my title for the first time. From me, this is what future Stardom will be like. That's all."
Kamiya: "First of all, we successfully defended the title for the first time. This belt is really important to me because it's one that I won with Utami, so I think the strongest feeling I had was that I absolutely didn't want to give it to anyone. I could see that Maika, Himeka, and DDM have been gaining a lot of momentum recently, and I felt like they were targeting me specifically during the match. But today, I was able to successfully defend the title with Utami, and I'm filled with satisfaction."
-- Is this the first time you've used Phoenix Splash?
Kamiya: "This is the first time I've played it. Is Phoenix okay? Yes."
--The tag league will begin in the next series. As champions, you'll definitely win, right?
Utami: "Of course, there are tag teams that Kamiya and I would like to nominate if we win, so our opinion is that we would like to win and nominate them ourselves."
Kamiya: "As tag team champions, we obviously can't afford to lose in the tag league. And when it comes to the future of Stardom versus the current Stardom, no one can beat us, no matter who challenges us. Of course, we will win."
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◆Wonder of Stardom Championship Match - No Time Limit, One Fall Match |
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17 minutes 25 seconds |
<Challenger> |
| Julia |
Nakano Tam |
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*14th champion Giulia successfully defended her title for the first time
The Wonder of Stardom Championship match between Giulia and Tam Nakano. This is their third one-on-one encounter, with the score tied at one win each. This match is literally the decisive one. Their previous singles matches were the tournament final to determine the white belt champion and a 5☆STAR GP official match. Giulia won the championship match to become the first Stardom singles champion, and Nakano successfully avenged her loss in the official league match. However, Nakano has yet to win a singles belt in Stardom. Three singles matches in such a short period of time is extremely unusual. It is nothing less than Nakano's determination after losing all of them in title matches. With the same white belt on the line as their first singles match, what kind of outcome will we see? Giulia intends to successfully defend her title here and put an end to her rivalry with Nakano, but..
As soon as the gong sounded, they charged forward and exchanged elbows repeatedly. Nakano won the exchange by running to the ropes. Nakano drove Giulia into the corner with a back kick and threw her to the other side. Giulia dodged and delivered a big boot followed by a DDT. Nakano countered, and Giulia, full of energy, headed to the corner. Nakano caught up and climbed onto the corner, where they exchanged slaps. Nakano delivered a flurry of slaps followed by a heel drop. Nakano attempted a desperate plancha towards Giulia, who had fallen to the outside. Nakano grabbed her on the apron and hung her in mid-air, saying, "You're not getting away, you bastard!" She made Giulia sit on the corner and appealed, "I'm going to throw you!" She got behind Giulia, but Giulia resisted. Giulia spun a spider web on the corner. She then delivered a superplex prawn hold. Nakano countered and went to the corner again. Nakano latched on and delivered a superplex back drop. Five minutes had passed. Both men grabbed each other's hair and exchanged elbows. Giulia gets into an upside-down hold and kicks both of Nakano's arms. Giulia puts Nakano on the corner and performs a superplex Glorious Driver. Nakano kicks out, and Giulia screams "It's over!" and goes for another Glorious Driver. Nakano endures and delivers a spin kick. Nakano also goes down after delivering the kick. While on her knees, Giulia slaps her, and Nakano retaliates. Nakano gets behind Giulia and stands up for a German suplex. Giulia kicks out, but Nakano doesn't let go and delivers another German suplex.10minutes have passed. Giulia kicks out, and Nakano crosses her arms and goes for a German suplex. Giulia struggles to avoid it and delivers a back drop. Giulia grabs Nakano's arm and goes for a submission. Nakano is dazed but manages to reach the ropes with her feet. Giulia smiles and helps the downed Nakano to her feet, saying "This isn't the end, get up!" Nakano headbutts her, and they both go down. They get up at the 9 count, and15minutes have passed. Giulia catches Nakano's charge and hits a Falcon Arrow. Nakano retaliates, and Giulia dashes in for a big boot. Nakano quickly gets back up and counters with a spin kick. Both wrestlers throw high kicks at each other, but Nakano doesn't fall and lands four consecutive high kicks. Nakano dashes in and Giulia hits a big boot. Giulia helps her up and hits a sit-down Glorious Driver. Nakano immediately retaliates, and Giulia charges in. Nakano rolls her up, but it's only a two count. Giulia hits a double kick followed by a sit-down Glorious Driver. Nakano can't escape, and Giulia gets the three count.
Giulia: "To all of you who love Giulia so much! I've successfully defended the white belt for the first time! Tam, Tam...As promised, I won't be so crude as to ask you to become my slave because you lost. Victory means heaven, defeat means hell. That's the final showdown. Tam, crawl out of hell and let's put the belt on the line again."
Nakano: "No matter how hellish the situation gets, even if I have to crawl on the ground, I will never give up on that white belt. You, Julia, absolutely have to hold onto that belt until I climb back up. Do you promise me that?"
Giulia: "Of course. I said we should do it again, and that we'd put this belt on the line. It's a promise. Arrivederci, see you next time! "
Julia's comment
"My first title defense, I've successfully defended this white belt of mine for the first time. But, you know? She said that only I can carry the weight of the former champion on my shoulders. She won't allow anyone else. That's what she said, but I'm not carrying that kind of weight. What I carry is this belt. And my own resolve. I'm carrying resolve. I'm not carrying a single bit of the past on my shoulders. But this is the first time I've been able to go toe-to-toe with another woman like this. This was the final showdown, and I'm not saying this is the last time, but it makes me sad to think that I won't be able to fight Tam for a while. But I also have things I need to do next, opponents I must face. I've become stronger thanks to Tam. I'll repay all of them, all of them, and I'll keep this belt forever and ever so that Tam will challenge me again. Arrivederci. See you again."
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◆World of Stardom Championship Match - No Time Limit, One Fall Match |
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28 minutes 58 seconds |
<Challenger> |
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Juri |
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* Mayu Iwatani, the 12th champion, successfully defended her title for the fourth time
The main event is the World of Stardom Championship match between Mayu Iwatani and Syuri, with the red belt on the line. Iwatani, the "icon of Stardom," won the red belt last yearNovember 4thby defeating Bea Priestley. Since then, she has successfully defended the belt three times, overcoming various twists and turns such as card changes and event cancellations. Her opponent in this title defense is Syuri, who has joined DDM and become a regular participant in Stardom. Syuri is a versatile fighter unlike any Stardom wrestler before, with extensive experience in martial arts, including the UFC. For that reason, she will be an extremely difficult opponent for Iwatani. Is this Iwatani's biggest crisis yet? If she can defend the title here, a long-term reign of a year-long title defense will be within reach...
The match started with a grappling exchange on the ground, and when Shuri grabbed Iwatani's leg, Iwatani escaped. Iwatani raised her hand to invite Shuri into a four-point stance. At that moment, Shuri twisted Iwatani's arm, transitioning into an arm-grabbing struggle. Iwatani applied a headlock, and when Shuri grabbed her arm, Iwatani took it back. Shuri applied another headlock, and Iwatani tried to throw her into the ropes, but Shuri didn't let go. When Iwatani escaped, Shuri delivered a shoulder tackle. Shuri followed up with a series of stomps and low kicks. When Iwatani tried to throw her into the ropes, Shuri landed an elbow. They dodged high kicks, and then high kicks were exchanged. Shuri drove Iwatani into the ropes and stomped on her face. Shuri charged forward and delivered a knee to Iwatani's face. She then ran along the apron for another knee attack. She brought Iwatani back and applied a kneebar. Iwatani escaped, but Shuri delivered a series of stomps to her knee. Shuri then mustered her strength and delivered a series of corner knee attacks. When Iwatani retaliated, Shuri applied an Achilles lock and a series of soccer ball kicks. Iwatani countered, but Shuri continued to kick her. 10 minutes had passed. Shuri hit a half-hatch suplex and then an Achilles lock. Shuri got behind Iwatani on the apron and tried to throw her out of the ring, but Iwatani dodged it and delivered a kick. Iwatani got behind Shuri on the apron and slammed her down with a German suplex. Iwatani hit Shuri with a tope suicida outside the ring. Back in the ring, she dropped a missile kick. Iwatani announced her finishing move and got into a dragon stance. Shuri endured it and 15 minutes had passed. Iwatani sent her out of the ring with a low dropkick and headed to the corner for a plancha. Shuri tried to stop her, but Iwatani hit a leg breaker followed by a chop to the chest, a superplex Frankensteiner, and a frog splash. Next, Iwatani goes for a moonsault, but Shuri dodges it. They exchange elbows while on their knees, and Shuri lands a middle kick. Iwatani collapses, but Shuri's barrage of middle kicks gets her back up. Shuri's high kick takes Iwatani down. Shuri then lands another kick to Iwatani's face. Iwatani is down outside the ring. Iwatani returns to the ring at the 16 count. 20 minutes have passed. Shuri lands a flurry of middle kicks on the downed Iwatani. Iwatani catches Shuri's leg, but Shuri lands a high kick. Shuri lifts her up, but Iwatani resists and slams her down with a Dodonpa. Iwatani dodges a kick and lands another Dodonpa. Iwatani lands a moonsault press, but Shuri counters. Iwatani charges forward but gets countered with a high kick. Both are down. They get up at the 9 count and exchange elbows. Iwatani lands a high kick followed by a German suplex. Shuri counters, and Iwatani lands a dragon suplex. However, Shuri manages to turn the tables. 25 minutes have passed. Shuri applies a stretch muffler hold. After Iwatani escapes, Shuri lifts her up and attempts a mountain fold. However, Iwatani's shoulders rise. Shuri delivers jumping knee attacks from both the front and the back. Iwatani counters, and Shuri follows with a piledriver and a moonsault press. However, Shuri manages to counter at the last moment. Iwatani delivers three consecutive thrust kicks. Shuri catches the fourth but delivers another kick. Then she performs a two-stage dragon suplex. Shuri is unable to counter, and Iwatani successfully defends the red belt.
Iwatani: (Almost breaks the trophy but manages to save it) That was close, that was close. Good evening, everyone in Yokohama! I defended the red belt, but now my left leg has cramped. Damn, my leg's crampedx2. This is bad, wait a minute. It's all healed now. Thanks to all your applause. Thank you. Thanks to my corner as well. The red belt and the white belt, both had no time limit, so that doesn't matter! 30minutes! I mean, Shuri, you're seriously too strong. You're so strong that it could have gone either way today. Well, the one wearing the red belt now is Iwatani Mayu. And that's the final show of the Yokohama (Budokan) opening. I took some good kicks and almost gave up, but I can't lose the red belt yet! There are still a lot more people I want to fight, can you guess who they are? Well, I'm sure you're thinking of each and every one of these hundreds of customers, but if I keep talking, I won't be able to make my trip to Nagoya tomorrow, so I'll wrap it up here. Thank you very much."
Shuri: "Sorry, I know you're in a hurry, but can I just say a few words? Can I just say a few words? Today, I went all out to get that red belt. But I couldn't overcome Mayu Iwatani's tenacity and toughness. To get the red belt, you really need a certain level of determination, so I'm going to join Stardom and aim for that belt from scratch! Next time, next time for sure, I'll get that red belt. Thank you!"
Akari leaves the stage
Iwatani: "Hold on a moment, applause. Isn't this news that will make everyone incredibly happy! It's so moving that even though I'm an opponent, I've shed a few tears. I have, I have...you know. What does it mean to be joining the organization? It means that Stardom has nothing but a bright future ahead of it! Everyone, please keep your eyes on us and follow Stardom. We want to bring you all truly happy, happy days. So, the winner of today's main event is Iwatani Mayu! Therefore,STARSwill be closing things off today. You can't speak, but I hope you'll all make a big "S"and appeal to Stardom when it's time to speak. So, today! Ah, what is it...just a few words please."
Kid: "Well, Tam-chan and I were unfortunately unable to win the belts, but Mayu-san successfully defended them, and I'm truly happy that we can conclude the event hereSTARS. Thank you for coming today."
Iwatani: "And with that, I'd like to wrap things up. Believe in the present, shine tomorrow,We Are STARDOM! Thank you very much!"
Iwatani: "I was able to defend the red belt! I seriously lost consciousness so many times, I don't even remember some parts. I don't really remember some parts, so it was probably something instinctive. I think my body was just moving on instinct. Her joint locks are amazing, too. Isn't she a woman of a different caliber? I really thought she was a woman of a different caliber, just like her name suggests. It was an encounter with the unknown, and I think it was a very close fight in my first singles match. I really, really don't know what to say... Rather than the joy of winning, I want to praise myself for standing until the end. Or rather, I thought Iwatani Mayu is amazing. It was fun. I can say it was fun because I don't remember much, because if I remembered everything in my head, it would hurt... What am I even saying? Is it because I got kicked? I think so. This chatter isn't just on instinct. Huh? What am I even saying?"
Then, Takumi Iroha from Marvelous burst in
Iroha: "Congratulations, Mayu-san. I was watching, I really was."
Iwatani: "Wait, wait, wait. You were here?"
Iroha: "Of course I'll take a look. Are you okay? Make sure you recover completely. Is your leg okay today?"
Iwatani: "Yes, it's perfectly fine, but is there anything else?"
Iroha: "I've been wanting to win the red belt pretty soon. I wanted to do it right after watching the match, so I looked it up just now, and there's a Korakuen Hall event on October 18th , right?"
Iwatani: "Yes, I do."
Iroha: "Have you decided on your cards?"
Iwatani: "No, not really. I wasn't aiming for an artist collaboration or anything like that... Hmm."
Iroha: "Well, I think it's about time I saw a stronger Mayu Iwatani. I'll bring that out in her. And then I think I'll take that belt. I debuted in Stardom, and I've been aiming for this belt ever since. I think the time has come. I've also gained some good credibility."
Iwatani: "So you think today's match has given you some prestige? That means you're praising Iwatani Mayu's strength and Iwatani Mayu's performance in the match, right?"
Iroha: "It's really amazing that Stardom can perform in such a huge venue."
Iwatani: "That's amazing."
Iroha: "I sometimes think that it's not Iwatani Mayu who's amazing, but Stardom as a whole."
Iwatani: "But the fact that you're coming to take on the challenge like that means you're interested, right?"
Iroha: "That red belt, Mayu-san. There isn't much time until the 18th , but please make sure you're ready. Please catch up to my level. (To Representative Ogawa , who was in the corner) Mr. Ogawa, please. October 18th ."
Iwatani: "Well, why are you there?"
Iroha: "Of course there are."
Representative Ogawa: "We will consider it."
Iroha: "Please do your best (in the match tomorrow as well) (to Iwatani)."
Iwatani: "...Yes."
Iroha: "I don't look very confident (laughs). But I'm going to take it. I want to take the red belt and make Stardom even more exciting. And I also want to work with Marvelous to lead the women's professional wrestling world forward. Thank you. Excuse me."
Iwatani extended his hand for a handshake, but Iroha ignored him
Iwatani: "Hey, don't just ignore this, seriously. But I really do think the value of this belt has increased. Wrestlers from all over the world are challenging for this red belt, which means Iwatani Mayu. That's only natural, isn't it? As the top of Stardom, I can't give up here. After fighting through today, I realized once again how strong I am, and I thought, 'Ah, I won't lose to anyone,' so I'll just keep doing my best from now on. Thank you."
Comment from Juri
"I really wanted to show my mother, who passed away recently, myself wearing the red belt (tears). But I couldn't beat Mayu Iwatani today because of her determination, tenacity, and toughness, as she has led Stardom up until now. So, I've been thinking about a lot of things since I started competing in Stardom, then I got COVID, then I lost my mother, and I've been thinking and thinking about a lot of things, and then I lost this match today. I want to shine in this ring, and I will definitely wear that red belt. So, I will join Stardom from the inside and start from scratch, from the very beginning, to take the belt."