"5★STAR GP 2021 Nagoya Tournament"
August 28th (Sat) Nagoya International Conference Center Event Hall (Attendance: 543 people = Sold out / Limited number of attendees due to COVID-19 measures)
Match Results
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◆Single match 15 minutes |
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Nakano Tam |
7 minutes 14 seconds |
Lady C |
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◆Mai Sakurai Stardom Challenge ① 15-minute single fall match |
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Utami Hayashishita |
8 minutes 5 seconds: |
Mai Sakurai |
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◆5★STAR GP 2021 Red Stars Official League Match 20-minute single fall match |
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Summer vibes [5 points] |
At 3 minutes and 57 seconds, |
I'm in a bad mood. ★ [0 points] |
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◆5★STAR GP 2021 Blue Stars Official League Match, 20-minute single fall match |
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Small wave [4 points] |
5 minutes 19 seconds |
Ryuka [0 points] |
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◆5★STAR GP 2021 Red Stars Official League Match 20-minute single fall match |
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Starlight Kid [7 points] |
10 minutes 11 seconds: Black |
Mina Shirakawa [4 points] |
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◆5★STAR GP 2021 Blue Stars Official League Match, 20-minute single fall match |
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Unagi Sayaka [5 points] |
at 20 minutes and 00 seconds |
Maika [7 points] |
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◆5★STAR GP 2021 Red Stars Official League Match 20-minute single fall match |
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Mayu Iwatani [6 points] |
15 minutes 39 seconds |
Himeka [0 points] |
Match Details Report
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◆Single match 15 minutes |
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Nakano Tam |
7 minutes 14 seconds |
Lady C |
Wonder of Stardom Champion Tam Nakano will face Lady C in a singles match. Nakano currently has a 3-2 record in the 5★STAR GP, having already competed in more than half of the official matches, and is tied with Maika for the top spot in the Blue Stars in terms of points. Her next official match is against Takumi Iroha at Korakuen Hall on September 6th. As this is a completely unknown quantity for Nakano, she will want to maintain her good form in the matches leading up to it and go into this big match. On the other hand, Lady C has a great opportunity to go one-on-one with the champion of the white belt. She will want to leave some kind of mark and build momentum for the future
Both men shake hands cleanly as the bell rings. Lady raises her hand high to invite Nakano. Nakano jumps but can't reach her and throws a kick, but Lady grabs his arm. They grapple for the arm, and Lady applies a headlock. Nakano throws her into the ropes, but Lady counters with a shoulder tackle. Nakano hits a neckbreaker, followed by three body slams, and then a camel clutch. Lady escapes and lands a series of elbows, which Nakano absorbs and gets back up. Lady catches Nakano's middle kick and counters with a big boot. Nakano dodges a corner attack but gets hit as she charges. Lady hits another one, but Nakano clears it. Lady attempts a Kawazu Otoshi, but Nakano counters with a back drop. Lady throws an elbow, and Nakano retaliates. Lady lands a Kawazu Otoshi and a giant swing, then reverses it and goes for the cover, but it's only a two count. Lady gets Nakano up and attempts a chokeslam, but Nakano's shoulders are up. Lady lands a series of elbows and puts him on the corner. Nakano dodged the elbow and applied a suspended dragon sleeper. Lady dodged the Destiny Hammer, but Nakano hit her with a spin kick. Lady retaliated, and Nakano followed up with a Violet Shooting. The referee counted to three, and Nakano won
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◆Mai Sakurai Stardom Challenge ① 15-minute single fall match |
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Utami Hayashishita |
8 minutes 5 seconds: |
Mai Sakurai |
her Stardom debut on August 13thatKorakuen Hall, immediately challenging Sayaka Unagi for the Future of Stardom Championship. Her first match is against the World of Stardom Champion, Utami Hayashishita. This will likely be a trial match to see how well Sakurai, who has joined COSMIC ANGELS and is making her Stardom debut, can compete against the red belt champion, Hayashishita.
Sakurai's corner man is Unagi Sayaka. Sakurai extends both hands and says "Please," but Utami does not respond and the match begins. Utami cautiously approaches and puts Sakurai in a headlock. Sakurai tries to shake her off, but Utami tightens the hold. Sakurai throws Utami into the ropes, but Utami sends her flying with a shoulder tackle. Utami follows up with stomps and a body slam. Sakurai counters, and Utami applies a camel clutch. Sakurai reaches out and gets to the ropes. However, Utami quickly stomps on her and delivers a double knee drop to her back. Utami delivers a series of elbows and stomps to Sakurai's waist. Sakurai charges in with elbows, but Utami taunts her, saying "Come on." Sakurai delivers a series of blows, but Utami sends her flying with one. Utami charges, and Sakurai responds with a big boot, a corner spinning kick, and a standing elbow drop. As Sakurai climbs to the corner, Utami stands up and lifts her up. Sakurai dodges and throws an elbow, but Utami retaliates. After an exchange of elbows, Sakurai unleashes a flurry of blows. Utami knocks her down with one hit, takes some time in the air, and delivers a body slam followed by a reverse Boston crab. Sakurai manages to reach the ropes. Five minutes have passed. Utami gets up, and Sakurai delivers a stunner and a body slam. Utami kicks out, but Sakurai locks in an STF. Utami escapes, and Sakurai charges in and delivers a big boot. She climbs onto the corner, declares she's going for the finish, and delivers a diving elbow drop. Utami dodges and delivers a sliding lariat. A missile kick. Sakurai goes for a series of roll-ups, but Utami manages to hold them off. Utami delivers a lariat to Sakurai's charge. She lifts Sakurai up and shakes her, and Sakurai gives up, giving Utami the victory. Sakurai leaves the ring with the help of Unagi
Sakurai's comment
--The "Stardom Challenge" starts today
"Yes, that's right. Suddenly I was going to fight the Red Champion, so I felt some pressure and nervousness. I really felt that this opponent was even stronger than the last time. There were many times during the match when I felt like giving up, but Unagi-san was in my corner and was desperately encouraging me, which I think allowed me to fight until the very end, even beyond my limits."
――10I understand you're planning a battle. What kind of attitude do you intend to take when you go into it?
"I still lack experience and skill, so I want to fight against strong opponents, use this experience as a shield to show what the future holds, and although I may not be able to win easily right now, I will keep trying without getting discouraged."
—You've only had two matches in Stardom so far, but what are your impressions of this ring?
"The Stardom ring is a real fight, a serious competition, yes."
Comment from Utami
"I think this was a good experience for Sakurai. Stardom is a high-level organization, so I felt that Sakurai Mai still needs to grow, but I also think she has a lot of room to improve. When we have our next singles match, I hope she'll be a wrestler who can let me use moves like the German Suplex or Torture Rack Bomb on her."
—Were you aiming for an Argentine backbreaker at the end?
"I wanted to go to Argentina, but...it wasn't worth it (laughs)."
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◆5★STAR GP 2021 Red Stars Official League Match 20-minute single fall match |
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Summer vibes [5 points] |
At 3 minutes and 57 seconds, |
I'm in a bad mood. ★ [0 points] |
Natsupoi and Fukigen, who competed for the High Speed Championship at Korakuen Hall on June 8th, will face each other again in a 5★STAR GP official match. In the title match, champion Natsupoi successfully defended her title. The following day in Shiodome, Natsupoi will face a challenge from Starlight Kid. In the league matches, Kid has been a hindrance, and Natsupoi is still stuck with only one win. Here, she will be looking to secure two points to even her score and go into the title match with a good feeling. However, it is unlikely that Fukigen of Oedo Tai will easily hand over a victory. This is especially true since she was prevented from taking the belt. Knowing the true nature hidden behind Fukigen, Natsupoi will need to be extremely careful in this match
Natsupoi pins Fukigen to the ropes and delivers a dropkick. Every time Fukigen charges, Natsupoi dodges by sticking out her leg. Fukigen, in turn, makes Natsupoi do the same. Natsupoi dodges a brainbuster and delivers a low dropkick. Natsupoi follows up with a diving body attack and a neckbreaker. She declares she's going for the finish, but Fairial Gift is dodged and rolled up. A series of roll-up attempts ensue, but in the end, it's Natsupoi who gets the three count
Natsupoi's comment
"I've earned my 5th 5★STAR! Tomorrow I'll be defending the High Speed belt. I'm going to defend this belt no matter what. Kid, you're the one who's going to get your comeuppance. Poi!"
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◆5★STAR GP 2021 Blue Stars Official League Match, 20-minute single fall match |
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Small wave [4 points] |
5 minutes 19 seconds |
Ryuka [0 points] |
Konami, with a record of 1 win and 2 losses, and Ryukana, with a record of 0 wins and 2 losses, will face off against each other in an official match, both being from the same stable in the Oedo Tai. With three losses making things difficult, neither can afford to lose. Will they stick to fighting as a team for Oedo Tai, or will they try to score two points as individuals? The strategy and tactics will be something to watch in this one-on-one match
Ruanka faked a handshake but launched a surprise attack, cornering Konami against the ropes and delivering a face wash. Ruanka gained the upper hand in the brawl outside the ring, but Konami accidentally hit a lariat on the ring post, turning the tables. Konami returned Ruanka to the ring and unleashed a series of middle kicks. Konami hit a brainbuster but only got a two count. Konami attempted a sleeper hold, but Ruanka lifted her up, drove her into the corner, punched her in the stomach, and delivered a fisherman buster. Ruanka announced her finishing move and headed to the corner. However, Konami kicked her up from below and delivered a modified cobra twist on the corner. She then sent Ruanka flying with a missile kick, but Ruanka kicked out. Konami went for a triangle hold, but Ruanka countered. Ruanka dodged Konami's kicks and delivered a lariat. Ruanka put Konami on the corner and declared she was going to finish her with a fisherman buster. However, Konami kicked out and delivered a neckbreaker and a high kick. After leaping in and executing a Triangle Lancer, Ryuka signaled that she was giving up, and Konami secured her second victory
Comments from Konami
"I had another singles match against Ryukana in Nagoya, this time it was the 5★STAR GP, but as expected of a friend, he saw right through everything I wanted to do. But I'm not going to let that young whippersnapper get the three count yet. Ryukana, the end!"
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◆5★STAR GP 2021 Red Stars Official League Match 20-minute single fall match |
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Starlight Kid [7 points] |
10 minutes 11 seconds: Black |
Mina Shirakawa [4 points] |
This official match features Starlight Kid, with a record of 2 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw, against Shirakawa Mina, who has won her first two matches. Kid has competed in four matches, and although she drew with Natsupoi, she is currently in first place among the Red Stars. With a challenge for the High Speed Championship against Natsupoi the following day, she desperately wants to gain momentum in this match. On the other hand, Shirakawa has had a great start, remaining undefeated in her first two matches. If she can get a third consecutive win here, will her momentum prove to be real!?Will Kid break through and win the 5★STAR GP in her first appearance, or will someone else...?
Kid pretends to grapple, then gets behind Shirakawa and grabs her hair. After a series of arm whips, she charges, but Shirakawa counters with an arm whip and a dropkick, sending Kid out of the ring. Shirakawa taunts her, "Come on up." Kid cautiously enters the ring, but Konami interferes by pulling her leg from the other side. Kid stomps on her neck and goes for a chin lock. She breaks free and delivers a dropkick from behind. Kid stomps on her while taunting her, "What's wrong, huh!" As Kid stands defiant, Shirakawa charges at her with an elbow. Kid fights back and stomps on her face. As Kid charges, Shirakawa hits a neckbreaker. She corners her and delivers an elbow attack and a dropkick. When Kid kicks out, Shirakawa hits a hanging ceiling and a surfboard stretch. Kid corners Shirakawa and kicks her in the face, then delivers a standing moonsault press. She goes for the Shiranui, but Shirakawa resists. Kid dodges Shirakawa's attempt at a back drop and Shirakawa hits her with an elbow. Kid retaliated, and they exchanged elbows. When Shirakawa tried to charge, Kid blocked him. However, Shirakawa threw him backward. Shirakawa climbed onto the corner and delivered a diving elbow attack. Kid countered, and Shirakawa delivered a rolling elbow, then a DDT from the ropes. However, Kid's shoulder rose. Shirakawa helped Kid up and went for an implant DDT. Kid endured and they exchanged elbows. Shirakawa charged after a rolling elbow, but Kid dodged and delivered a spinning diving body press. Shirakawa countered, and Kid went for a piledriver. Shirakawa dodged and tried to roll him up, but Kid rolled him up. Shirakawa delivered an aerial body slam, but it was only a two count. Kid delivered a DDT, but Shirakawa countered. Kid charged and delivered the Black Tiger Divine Punishment. The three count came, and Kid won. After the match, he put a mask on the downed Shirakawa
Kid's comment
"Two points scored, and we'll maintain our number one position as Red Stars. I had my first singles match against Shirakawa Mina, and I think she's pretty tough. There might have been some soul in each of her elbows, but she's no match for me right now. I'm going to completely crush High Speed tomorrow. Goodbye, Shirakawa Mina."
--This is your eighth attempt at High Speed. It's your first time as Black Kid, so what's different from before?
"Isn't it all different? The Kid we've known until now, Natsupoi, seems to be saying 'Kicchan, Kicchan,' but he's not Kicchan anymore. Tomorrow, I'll definitely show you a darker, more sinister Kid you've never seen before, and I'll take that belt. I'm going to crush him completely, so look forward to it."
—So you'll do anything to win?
"Well, you never know what I'm going to do right now, so I think it would be great if people could enjoy that aspect too."
--You're currently at the top of your block in the 5★STAR GP. Is that giving you an advantage in high-speed races?
"Yeah, of course. I might have thought that the one point lost from the double count-out with Natsupoi was painful, but now I'm in a good mood★. I defeated Shirakawa Mina and gained four more points, so I'm currently in first place in the Red Stars. I'm going to keep winning and advance as the top-ranked Red Star. And I'm going to become the High Speed champion too."
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◆5★STAR GP 2021 Blue Stars Official League Match, 20-minute single fall match |
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Unagi Sayaka [5 points] |
at 20 minutes and 00 seconds |
Maika [7 points] |
Maika, one of the top Blue Stars wrestlers alongside Tam Nakano, will face Sayaka Unagi in an official match. This12thin Ota Ward. In the semi-finals, Maika won and advanced to the finals. Unagi, on the other hand, lost in the semi-finals but defied expectations to reach the top four. In the concurrently running Future of Stardom Championship Tournament, she lost to her COSMIC ANGELS stablemate Mina Shirakawa, but took the belt from Shirakawa and became the current champion. Unagi has a 2-2 record so far and is putting up a good fight in the 5★STAR GP. If she can get a win against Maika, the path to winning the tournament will open up for her. The following day in Shiodome, she will defend her Future Championship against Rina. Will the simultaneous running of the single league tournament and the belt create a synergistic effect for Unagi? A win for Maika would put her in sole possession of first place, while a win for Unagi would tie the score. This match could be a turning point in the league.
The match started with ground grappling. After a struggle for arm control, Unagi applied a headlock. Maika went for an armbar, then a face lock, and then an armlock. She went for an armbar, but Unagi's legs got on the ropes. Maika stomped on her repeatedly, then grabbed her arm and slammed it into the corner. She didn't let go of the arm and tightened the hold even more. She twisted her left arm and went for an armbreaker. She drove her into the corner and put her full weight on her left arm. She twisted the arm again and slammed it into the corner. Maika attacked her left arm while taunting her with "What's wrong?". As Maika charged, Unagi hit a Codebreaker. She charged in the corner, but Maika dodged. However, Unagi hit a Stunner over the apron and then a standing Guillotine choke. Maika kicked out, and Unagi applied a Camel Clutch. Maika hit a Rock Bottom, but Unagi kicked out. Maika lifts Unagi to her feet and throws her into the corner, delivering a running lariat and a shoulder tackle. When Unagi kicks out, Maika prepares for a brainbuster. Unagi resists, but Maika knees her in the stomach. Maika reads Unagi's movements and delivers a lariat. Unagi dodges the second one and slams her to the mat. As Unagi tries to pull herself up, Maika grabs her arm from below and applies an armbar. Unagi escapes, and Maika applies an armlock. Unagi manages to escape. Maika attacks by stomping on Unagi's right arm and delivers a sliding lariat.Tenminutes have passed. Announcing her finish, Maika prepares for a Flame Drop in the center of the ring. Unagi counters with a big boot, and Maika delivers a lariat. Unagi dodges the second one and delivers a face crusher. Both are down, and Maika, sitting cross-legged, calls out to Unagi, "Come on!" Unagi responds, and they exchange elbows. Maika gets up and throws an elbow, and Unagi retaliates. Maika spreads both arms, inviting Unagi to strike her. Unagi's rapid-fire strikes send Maika flying. Maika winds up and throws an elbow, sending Unagi down. Maika pulls her up and goes for a lariat. Unagi jumps in and applies a neck lock. Maika tries for a brainbuster, but Unagi resists and takes the fight to the ground, continuing the neck lock. Maika forcefully lifts her up and delivers a brainbuster.15minutes have passed. Maika puts Unagi on the corner and delivers a superplex. Unagi kicks out, and Maika declares she's going for the finish and prepares for the Enka Otoshi. Unagi counters with a European clutch and a guillotine drop. She pulls Maika up and goes for a Daifuhen Gatame. Maika resists and slams her onto the mat. 2 minutes remaining. Maika gets caught in a sleeper hold, but Unagi's legs reach the ropes. Maika charges in for a lariat, but Unagi slams her into the ropes. Unagi puts her on the corner and goes for a Codebreaker, but Maika's shoulders rise. Unagi helps Maika up and puts her in a Daifuhengatame. With10seconds left, Unagi gets behind Maika, but Maika hits a lariat from close range. The bell rings to signal the end of the match, resulting in a draw.
Maika's comment
"At first, I thought Unagi was just a lucky woman, but Stardom is great. You never know who's going to rise to prominence. To be honest, I'm incredibly frustrated that I drew with Unagi today, but I also felt a sense of excitement. That's how I honestly feel, but 5★STAR can't afford to lose anymore. I'm definitely going to beat Iroha Takumi tomorrow."
Comments from Unagi Sayaka
"Maika, it's a draw. I have the Future card and I've also won the Artist card, and I lost to her in the Cinderella Tournament semifinals, and she's made it to the finals, but I'm going to grow even more! Even more! And next time we face each other in the Artist card, I'll definitely take you, Maika. I won't lose any of the remaining matches and I'll advance to the finals."
—Did you become Sakurai's second because you allowed him to join Cozuen?
"I don't acknowledge it! Because there's no one there (laughs)."
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◆5★STAR GP 2021 Red Stars Official League Match 20-minute single fall match |
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Mayu Iwatani [6 points] |
15 minutes 39 seconds |
Himeka [0 points] |
sidelined due to a back injury and12th, has returned after another absence. Originally, her comeback was scheduled for two consecutive matches in Shikoku, but it was postponed to this tournament due to the tournament's cancellation. Moreover, her first match is an official one against Mayu Iwatani. It will be interesting to see how last year's finalist starts, and this is a match to watch for the entire league. Iwatani, on the other hand, has a winning record of 2 wins and 1 loss so far. She will need to step up her game from here in order to win the championship for the second time. This is an important match that will give us a glimpse into the direction of the Red Stars.
The match began with Iwatani offering a handshake, which Himeka accepted. They locked up and grappled, testing their strength. Himeka pushed Iwatani and broke the hold. Iwatani attempted an arm whip and a lariat, but Himeka dodged it and delivered an elbow attack. Himeka was thrown into the corner and delivered a shoulder tackle. She cornered Iwatani and stomped on her face. After slamming her into the corner, Himeka charged forward. Iwatani dodged and delivered a dropkick and a series of soccer ball kicks. She then pinned Himeka against the ropes and stomped on her waist. Himeka stopped Iwatani's charge and delivered a backflip. She followed up with a running lariat, a shoulder tackle, and a reverse Boston crab. She didn't allow Iwatani to escape and tightened the hold in the center of the ring. Iwatani survived an Argentine backbreaker, and Himeka prepared for a powerbomb. Iwatani rolled her up for a pin, but it was only a two count. Iwatani delivered a thrust kick, and Himeka responded with an elbow. Iwatani retaliated, and they exchanged elbows. As Himeka collapses, Iwatani stands firm. Himeka gets up and delivers a series of elbows. Iwatani gets behind Himeka but collapses again. Iwatani gets up and delivers a flurry of elbows and a thrust kick. Himeka stops her charge and hits a neck hanging bomb. Both are down.10minutes have passed. Iwatani gets up and hits a low dropkick that sends Himeka to the outside. She climbs onto the corner and performs a plancha to the outside. She returns to the ring and delivers a diving foot stomp. She declares she's going for the finish and hits a moonsault press. Himeka gets up and hits a big boot, then an Argentine backbreaker and slams Himeka forward. However, Iwatani manages to escape. Himeka charges and hits a lariat. Iwatani counters this as well. Himeka announces she's going for the finish and attempts a running powerbomb. Iwatani rolls her up with a hurricanrana but only gets a two count. Iwatani gets behind Himeka, but Himeka hits a lariat from close range. Himeka helps Iwatani up and hits a high-angle powerbomb. However, Iwatani manages to counter at the last moment. She pulls Himeka up again, slams her into the corner, and charges at her with a spear. Iwatani extends her leg and rolls her up. She then goes for a moonsault, but Himeka dodges and hits a lariat. Iwatani grabs her and hits a Dodonpa. Himeka counters, and Iwatani lands a high kick, a thrust kick, and a heel drop.15minutes have passed. Himeka counters, and Iwatani declares she's going for the finish and gets into a dragon position. Himeka tries to counter, but Iwatani applies a jackknife pin. The referee counts to three, and Iwatani wins.
Post-match microphone
Iwatani: "Good evening, everyone in Nagoya ! I was hurting, and I almost forgot that today's Nagoya event was the main event, and I nearly went home, but thankfully I've gained 2 points, so now I have 4 points ! ( Ando, the ring announcer, corrects me, saying it's 6 points ) I'm sorry, it's 6 points. We may not be at the halfway point yet, and 5STAR has been tough with all the cancellations and stuff, but let's get through this hot summer and make it through 5STAR Now that the league matches are completely over, I definitely want to win the championship again. Thank you for your support ! I'll be back twice more in October , so I hope lots of fans will come again like today. I won the main event today, so I'd like to wrap things up. Everyone, please stand up. When I say "Believe in the present, shine tomorrow, We Are," make an S shape with your hands and say Stardom ! Is it hot everyone ? It's even hotter in the ring. Physically and theoretically. But let's keep this heat going and continue the league matches, everyone enjoy themselves, stay safe and the excitement continues, so thank you for your support. Believe in the present, shine tomorrow, We Are STARS !
Iwatani's comment
Iwatani: "the 5★STAR tournamentso far, but we have a total of6points.3wins... 3wins... 1loss. So far, things are going well, I think. My goal isn't just to win the5STAR tournament. What's important is what comes after winning. I'm going to run through this summer and grab that amazing ticket with my own hands. I was a littletwoweeks, but that wasn't the case at all. Now I just have to keep pushing forward."
—This was Himeka's comeback match, and I think it had been a while since she'd faced this opponent?
Iwatani: "When I stood in the ring and faced Himeka, I was struck by her size. I was like, 'Wow, was she always this big?' I'd always thought she was big, but for some reason, she had this presence, an aura that wasn't just about her size, and it really surprised me. I wonder if she'd been doing some kind of mental training while she was out. But, as you can see, attacking her waist is her weak point. She seemed to be in a lot of pain, and I think she hasn't quite recovered from the accumulated injuries.The way to beat her is to roll her up and keep attacking her waist relentlessly. Also, Himeka's league matches start today, so even though she's my opponent, I'll be secretly cheering her on to see how things go."
