"NAGOYA GOLDEN FIGHT 2023 ~The Miracle of the Golden鯱~"
October 9th (Monday, National Holiday) Dolphins Arena (Attendance: 1315)
Match Results
| ◆6-Way Battle: 15-minute single fall match | ||
| Magnificent Ami |
6 minutes 29 seconds |
Ryue Summer |
*The remaining members are Hanan, Lady C, Amasaki Mitsuyoshi, and Mizumori Yuna
| ◆High-Speed Championship Match: 30-minute, one-fall match | ||
| <Challenger> |
6 minutes 46 seconds |
<Champion> |
| Hoshirai Mei | Kashima Saki | |
*The 23rd champion, Saki Kashima, failed in her fourth title defense. Mei Seira becomes the 24th champion
| ◆Single match 15 minutes | ||
| Anno Saori |
8 minutes 38 seconds |
AZM |
| ◆Single Match ~UWF Rules~ 30-minute, one-fall match | ||
| Akari [D1:E1] |
KO victory in 10 minutes and 45 seconds |
Mina Shirakawa [D1:E2] |
| ◆Artist of Stardom Championship Match, 30-minute single fall match | ||
| <Champion group> |
5 minutes 37 seconds |
<Challengers> |
| Mai Sakurai | Megan Behn | |
| Tecra | Suzuki Suzu | |
| ○Julia | Maika● | |
*The 30th champion team, Giulia, Thekla, and Mai Sakurai, successfully defended their titles for the second time
| ◆Wonder of Stardom Championship Match, 30-minute single fall match | ||
| <Champion> |
15 minutes 32 seconds |
<Challenger> |
| MIRAI | Watanabe Momo | |
* MIRAI, the 19th champion, successfully defended his title for the second time
| ◆KAIRI Farewell Match: 30-minute single fall match | ||
| ○KAIRI |
24 minutes 25 seconds |
Hazuki |
| Nanae Takahashi | Little Bear ● | |
| Iwatani Mayu | Iida Saya | |
| ◆World of Stardom Championship Match, 30-minute single fall match | ||
| <Champion> |
21 minutes 34 seconds |
<Challenger> |
| Nakano Tam | Tora Natsuko | |
*The 16th champion, Tam Nakano, successfully defended her title for the third time
Match Details Report
| ◆6-Way Battle: 15-minute single fall match | ||
| Magnificent Ami |
6 minutes 29 seconds |
Ryue Summer |
*The remaining members are Hanan, Lady C, Amasaki Mitsuyoshi, and Mizumori Yuna
Initially, a Gauntlet Tag Team Match was announced, but the card was changed due to Starlight Kid's absence. Lady C & Amasaki Mitsuyoshi and Hanan & Sorei Ami, who were supposed to team up, fought individually, and with Kid absent, Ruanka and Mizumori Yuna, who was scheduled to team with Tsukiyama, participated as planned, resulting in a 6-Way Match with all six fighters competing at once
After an exchange of roll-up attempts, Tensaki landed a dropkick, but her cartwheel elbow was dodged, and Hanan and Mizumori joined forces with a dropkick. Hanan and Mizumori exchanged elbows. Tensaki tried to intervene, but Lady hit Hanan with a big boot, and as Lady went for a Kawazu Otoshi, Tensaki landed a dropkick. Lady and Sorei exchanged reverse chops. Lady landed a series of chops and charged forward, to which Sorei responded with a double chop. As they all applied a figure-four neck lock in a chain, Ryuka stomped on them. Ryuka cornered all five and delivered a body attack. Mizumori managed to escape, and Ryukahit her with a shoulder tackle followed by a cross body. Ryuka attempted a fisherman suplex, but Mizumori dodged it and delivered a flying shoulder tackle. Ryuka countered, and she and Mizumori exchanged elbows. Hanan delivered a diving body attack to all of them at once. She followed up with a knee attack to all of them at once. Hanan rolled them up for the pin, but it was broken up. Lady and Amasaki team up, and Amasaki hits Hanan with a DDT. Sorei and Lady hit Amasaki with a double brainbuster. Ryuka cuts them off with a senton, and Sorei hits Lady and Mizumori with lariats. Sorei hits Ryuka with a lariat, but they hit each other. Ryuka wins the lariat exchange. However, Sorei counters with a lariat. Ryuka kicks out, and Sorei hits a Blue Thunder. The referee counts to three, and Sorei pins Ryuka.
| ◆High-Speed Championship Match: 30-minute, one-fall match | ||
| <Challenger> |
6 minutes 46 seconds |
<Champion> |
| Hoshirai Mei | Kashima Saki | |
*The 23rd champion, Saki Kashima, failed in her fourth title defense. Mei Seira becomes the 24th champion
High Speed Champion Saki Kashima will be defending her title for the fourth time. Her challenger is Mei Seira, who has repeatedly challenged for the title. After losing a match, Seira declared Kashima to be "weak" and decided to take on the title. Will this prove to be a blessing or a curse for Kashima? Kashima's high speed is known for its quick finishes, while Seira's style is a common interpretation among wrestlers who have competed for this belt in the past. It remains to be seen whether Seira will win and restore the high speed scene to its former glory. Or will Kashima once again retain the belt and build an unexpectedly long reign? In a sense, this could be a title match that will decide the fate of the world
Kashima seemed full of enthusiasm, shadowboxing before the match, but as soon as the gong rang, she lay down on the ring. Kashima invited Seira in and extended her hand from that position. When Seira responded, she pulled her hand away, trying to turn the tables. When Seira countered, Kashima went outside the ring. Seira chased after her, and Kashima quickly returned and made Seira run. Seira jumped and rolled her up, but it was only a two count. Kashima lay down again and dodged a foot stomp. Seira kicked her and pulled her hair, trying to throw her into the ropes. Kashima called for a rope break. Seira dashed forward, and Kashima kicked her up on the ropes. Kashima kicked her arm and stomped on her face. When Seira charged forward, Kashima kicked her in the side of the head to provoke her. Kashima declared, "Kashima Saki, let's run!" and dashed forward. Seira also dashed forward and delivered a neckbreaker. Kashima countered Seira's attempt at a brainbuster. Seira hit a Codebreaker followed by a Brainbuster. Kashima countered, and they exchanged elbows. Kashima dodged Seira and hit a Shoryuken, then a series of middle kicks in the corner, and another Shoryuken.Fiveminutes had passed. Kashima climbed onto the corner and hit a diving foot stomp. Seira countered, and Kashima hit a double-arm facebuster. Seira reversed the cover and rolled her up. Kashima went for the My Emblem, but Seira countered with a dropkick. Kashima dodged Seira's body attack and kicked her up, turning the tide of the match. Seira countered and rolled her up for the three count. Seira became the new champion.
Seira: "Finally, finally, I've won this belt that I've been dreaming of for three years. Thank you. My goal is to become the world's number one high-speed star. I will wear this belt and make new history in the high-speed world. Everyone, please follow me without blinking. Thank you."
Seira's comment
"Finally, after trying for the belt for the first time three years ago, I have finally been able to win the belt I have longed for for three years. I truly love professional wrestling... I am glad to be back in the world of professional wrestling. I think I have always wanted to come back, and now that I have finally made it, I will use this belt to change the high-speed world of professional wrestling. I will change history. Thank you."
| ◆Single match 15 minutes | ||
| Anno Saori |
8 minutes 38 seconds |
AZM |
Originally, the Goddesses of Stardom Championship match was scheduled to be between the reigning Natsupoi & Saori Anno and the Queens Quest team of Utami Hayashishita & AZM. However, both Hayashishita and Natsupoi were forced to withdraw due to cervical disc herniation. As a result of their absence, the match unexpectedly changed to a one-on-one bout between AZM and Saori Anno. AZM and Anno faced each other on August 6th in Hamamatsu during the 5★STAR GP, with AZM emerging victorious. It was AZM who handed Anno her first league match defeat. This loss undeniably caused Anno to lose momentum, making this a highly anticipated match to see if Anno can get her revenge or if AZM can defeat her again. This match is also important as it will determine whether they can have another title match once their partner returns
AZM extends her hand for a handshake, and Anno steps forward to accept. AZM launches a surprise attack, but Anno feints, causing AZM to smile. AZM drives Anno onto the apron, kicks her in the back, and sends her out of the ring. She then runs along the apron and delivers a middle kick. Back in the ring, she covers Anno with her knee. Anno kicks out, and AZM unleashes a series of soccer ball kicks. Anno kicks out again, and AZM taunts her, "Hey, you're going to get your revenge, right?" and stomps on her face. Anno dodges AZM's charge and delivers a fisherman's suplex, dropkick, fisherman's suplex, sickle hold, and paradise hold. She breaks free from these and kicks AZM in the face to provoke her. AZM gets up, and Anno delivers an elbow. AZM retaliates and provokes Anno. After an exchange of elbows, Anno climbs to the corner. AZM attempted a superplex arm whip, but Anno countered with a big boot. AZM retaliated with a brainbuster, Anno with a German suplex, and both men exchanged kicks before going down. As Anno got up, AZM grabbed her leg and threw her backward. AZM climbed to the corner and delivered a diving foot stomp. Anno countered, and AZM went for an armlock. As she transitioned into an armlock, Anno countered and went for a lariat. AZM intercepted and rolled her up from behind. Anno countered with a German suplex. AZM countered, and delivered a high kick. Anno endured and delivered a neckbreaker. AZM slammed Anno down with a Canadian Destroyer and went for the Azumi Sushi. Anno countered and rolled her up. AZM countered and kicked her in the side of the head. Anno stopped her charge and rolled her up. After an exchange of roll-ups, Anno dodged AZM's foot stomp and went for the Potering. AZM tried to counter, but Anno rolled her up for the three count. After the match, Anno showed AZM the Goddess belt
Anno's comment
"Today, AZM, Utami, Natsumi (Natsupoi), and I were supposed to have a tag team match for the belts, but I want to continue having matches with both Utami and Natsumi, and I want to have matches with them, not just for the belts, but even without anything on the line. So, there's absolutely no need to rush, but come back soon. And although I won't be participating in the Goddess League, I will act in a way that allows me to wait as champion. So, AZM, let's hang out again. Utami, gather all those emotions you're holding inside and let them explode when we face each other. Natsumi, I'll be waiting. Bye!"
| ◆Single Match ~UWF Rules~ 30-minute, one-fall match | ||
| Akari [D1:E1] |
KO victory in 10 minutes and 45 seconds |
Mina Shirakawa [D1:E2] |
This will be the third UWF rules match in Stardom. All of them have involved Syuri, and this one was also realized at Syuri's suggestion. When Syuri asked for opponents, Shirakawa Mina stepped forward. In addition to the UWF rules, Syuri focused on the fact that the match was on October 9th . Two years ago on October 9th , Syuri defeated Kashima Saki, who is now a member of the same unit, with a dragon screw followed by a figure- four leglock , and the match she referenced at that time was the New Japan Pro-Wrestling vs. UWF International all-out war match at the Tokyo Dome on October 9 , 1995. The figure-four leglock that Syuri was paying homage to was used by Mutoh Keiji to defeat Takada Nobuhiko. This finishing sequence is something Shirakawa is currently good at, so it's understandable that she stepped forward to take on the challenge. At the same time, this will be Shirakawa's first experience with UWF rules. The match to watch is whether Shirakawa, who has been honing her striking skills for some time, will be able to showcase the results of her training and bring the match to her preferred pattern, or whether Shuri, who remains undefeated under Stardom's UWF rules, will demonstrate her continued dominance.
The winner is determined by submission, knockout, referee stoppage, doctor stoppage, TKO due to points difference, corner throw in the towel, forfeit, or no contest. A 5-point loss system is used. Both fighters start with 5 points, and if time runs out, the winner is determined by the point difference. One point is lost for a knockdown or rope escape. If there is a rope break, the match will restart from a standing position. The fight begins with a handshake. Both fighters threaten each other with low kicks, and Shuri's high kick lands shallowly. Shuri takes Shirakawa's back and takes her down, bringing her to the ground. Shirakawa tries to grab Shuri's legs from the bottom, but Shuri, who is standing, escapes. Shuri takes Shirakawa's back and takes her back to the ground again. Shuri gets mount and attempts an armbar. Shuri goes for a sleeper hold, but Shirakawa escapes. They threaten each other with kicks, and Shuri lands a series of knees followed by a throw, bringing her back to the ground. She attempts an armbar, but Shirakawa gets on top and assumes an armbar position. Shuri, now on top, attempts an armbar. Shirakawa tries to escape, but Shuri locks her arm and neck from an armbar. Shirakawa escapes, leaving 3 points remaining. From a hand-to-hand stance, Shirakawa takes Shuri's back. Shuri gets behind her and they grapple for a neck hold on the ground. When they stand up, they break and Shirakawa lands a dropkick to the knee and jumps to grab her leg. Five minutes have passed. Shuri breaks and lands a back kick. She dodges Shirakawa and lands a knee strike, sending Shirakawa down. 2 points remaining. Shuri lands a dropkick followed by a soccer ball kick. Shirakawa stands up and retaliates with a soccer ball kick of her own, allowing Shuri to hit her. She grabs Shuri's leg and goes for a standing heel hold. Shuri escapes quickly, but Shirakawa goes for an Achilles lock. They break and Shirakawa dodges a neckbreaker and lands a high kick and a back blow. Shuri goes down. When Shuri stands up, Shirakawa lands a series of strikes and a back drop. Shuri stands up, but Shirakawa goes for a dragon screw leglock followed by a figure-four leglock. Shuri tries to turn around, but Shirakawa returns to her original position and applies a submission hold. Shuri manages to escape, leaving 3 points remaining. Shirakawa lands a series of low kicks and attempts a figure-four leglock. Shuri slaps her away and goes for a Codebreaker, but Shirakawa catches her kick and delivers a high kick. Shuri provokes Shirakawa, who slaps her. Shuri retaliates, and the two fighters exchange blows. Shirakawa lands a series of punches and charges forward, but Shuri stops her and delivers a German suplex. Shirakawa gets up and delivers a back drop. Shuri gets up and takes the fight to the ground, then assumes a stretch muffler position. Shirakawa escapes, but Shuri lands a knee attack and a series of high kicks. Shirakawa goes down and the referee stops the fight. Shuri is declared the winner by knockout
Shuri: "Mina Shirakawa, I never expected you to come this far today. Today, I received your feelings, and my view of you has changed.October 9th. And whoever claims to be the strongest woman, the strongest woman in the world, come forward and claim that title. Let's fight, Shuri, I'm waiting. Mina Shirakawa, I look forward to the day we can fight again. Thank you for today."
Shirakawa: "It's frustrating... But I gave it my all, so I have no regrets. But I'm going to make the most of this challenge and get my revenge on Akari!"
Footage of Shirakawa backstage is shown on the screen. A figure in black appears behind Shirakawa, causing him to tremble in fear. Following this, an image of Dump Matsumoto is shown along with the words "Gokuaku Domei" (Extreme Evil Alliance)
Shirakawa: "It's just too tough right now... The Evil Alliance is coming to Halloween Night? I don't want to do it in this state, but Evil Alliance, Evil Alliance, I'll do it! Just you wait, I'll be training again until then!"
Shirakawa's comment
"At the end, I was in the air... When I opened my eyes, the match was over. I have no regrets, but I knew that Shuri is a specialist in UWF rules, so I felt it would be disrespectful not to be prepared to give it my all. I gave it my all and lost, so I have no regrets. But this is not the end, this is the beginning. I will definitely get revenge on Shuri. What else? Is the Evil Alliance coming for Halloween? Life is more fun when there are many challenges, so I'll take on the Evil Alliance. I'll crush them, so bring it on! I'll do anything, I'll put my life on the line!"
| ◆Artist of Stardom Championship Match, 30-minute single fall match | ||
| <Champion group> |
5 minutes 37 seconds |
<Challengers> |
| Mai Sakurai | Megan Behn | |
| Tecra | Suzuki Suzu | |
| ○Julia | Maika● | |
*The 30th champion team, Giulia, Thekla, and Mai Sakurai, successfully defended their titles for the second time
The Donna del Mondo's Baribari Bombers, Giulia, Mai Sakurai, and Thekla, will defend their titles for the second time. This will be Sakurai's first Artist of the Year match in a while due to her absence. Their opponents are Maika, Suzu Suzuki, and Megan Bane. Maika, one of the challengers, will face the champions in a DDM rivalry match, and Suzuki, who, along with Maika, advocated for a generational struggle, has stepped up to take on the challenge. Megan, who often teams up with Suzuki, will also be joining them. While their trio strength is unknown, Maika and Suzuki just competed in the 5★STAR GP finals, and Megan, who challenged for the red belt on her first visit to Japan, did not win the title but continued to overwhelm Stardom wrestlers with her power. For these reasons, they will undoubtedly be a formidable opponent for the champions
The champions charge in to start the match. Giulia attacks Megan and Thekla dives in, but Megan catches her and slams her to the mat. She corners Sakurai and tags in Maika. Maika delivers a series of body slams to Sakurai. Giulia hits Maika with a dropkick. Sakurai lands a series of elbows followed by a dropkick. Thekla lures Suzuki in, and Giulia delivers an elbow before Thekla follows up with a hurricanrana. Giulia and Thekla hit each other with elbows. Megan catches Thekla and prepares for a brainbuster before heading to the apron. Thekla slams Megan's face into the top rope and sends her out of the ring. Suzuki hits Giulia with a superplex Frankensteiner and a knee attack from behind. Maika, who had tagged in from behind, chases Suzuki out and goes for Giulia, delivering a fallaway slam
Suzuki's kick accidentally hit Maika, and Giulia applied a Gannosuke Clutch. Maika and Suzuki then had a skirmish. Thekla and Sakurai pulled the ropes and sent Megan out of the ring, and Thekla did a plancha. Maika hit Giulia with a Enka Otoshi. Giulia kicked out, and Maika rolled her up. Suzuki's high kick accidentally hit Maika, and Giulia pinned Maika with a Gannosuke Clutch for the three count. Defeated, Maika quickly left the ring by herself
Julia: "Maika, Maika, what's going on?! Come back!"
Giulia runs backstage, leaving Sakurai and Thekla behind in the ring. Sakurai takes the microphone
Sakurai: "Hello to all you ordinary people who have come to Dolphins Arena! The belt is a symbol of the artist and the unit... (Sounds of a brawl can be heard backstage) It's quite noisy. We are waiting for the next challenger worthy of that belt. Well then, excuse me."
Julia did not return, and only Sakurai and Thekla left the stage
Maika and Julia commented
Maika: "Suzu! Damn it. If only you weren't here. It's all! It's all your fault! You're always getting in the way, stop messing around!"
Julia: "Maika! Maika, calm down. Calm down, calm down, calm down! Look, look! Himeka is gone, but that doesn't mean you're alone. So I know, I know all how you feel. All you have to do is do it. Use your strength to fight against Suzu. Fight against her! Do it!"
Maika: "Suzu, Suzuki Suzu! I'm going to crush you completely!"
Suzu appears after Julia and Maika have left
Suzuki's comment
"Hey, hey, hey, what's wrong with that guy? Let's take the belts together, the three of us? Who said that? Don't mess with us. Hey Maika, that feeling you have is just plain jealousy. Do you understand? I won at 5★STAR, and you lost. There's nothing more to it than that. Don't get cocky."
Comments from Julia's group
Julia will come after Sakurai and Thekla
Julia: "I didn't do anything."
Sakurai: "Well, I think a lot of ordinary people expected today that the Baribari Bombers wouldn't be able to defend their title, so I'm happy that we were able to pleasantly surprise them."
Julia: "But I bet Maika's feelings are all jumbled up right now. I can tell just by looking at you, I've been watching you all this time, so I know. I really do. No matter what happens, I will never betray you. I truly promise. You can vent it all on me, or on Thekla, or Sakurai. But you should also go all out against Suzu. If that's what you want, I'll always be waiting, and I'll respect your feelings, Maika. But next time, I'm waiting for a challenger with a bit more teamwork. That's all!"
Tekla: "I'm waiting."
Sakurai: "We look forward to seeing you."
| ◆Wonder of Stardom Championship Match, 30-minute single fall match | ||
| <Champion> |
15 minutes 32 seconds |
<Challenger> |
| MIRAI | Watanabe Momo | |
* MIRAI, the 19th champion, successfully defended his title for the second time
MIRAI, who defeated World of Stardom Champion Tam Nakano to win the Wonder of Stardom Championship, will defend her title for the second time, following her match against Konami. Her challenger is Momo Watanabe, who previously held the record for the most title defenses. While Saya Kamitani currently holds the record, Watanabe established a long reign, fighting in the main event for most of her time, even overlooking the red belt. This will be Watanabe's second challenge since joining Oedo Tai. This time, as before, she has declared that she doesn't need the white belt, and after winning a 5★STAR GP official match, she has challenged MIRAI, putting pressure on her by saying that being champion is "not fun." Can MIRAI remain unfazed and defend her belt? It will also be interesting to see how Watanabe will treat Watanabe if she wins the white belt for the second time. Who will become of the white belt?
They locked up and grappled for an arm hold. When MIRAI went for a headlock, Momo grabbed her hair and took the hold to the ground. When MIRAI got on top, Momo applied a head scissors. MIRAI broke free and they stared each other down. When Momo was thrown into the ropes, she escaped to the bottom of the ring, got trapped in the ring curtain and hit with a bat. MIRAI landed a series of elbows. Momo brought out a chair and made MIRAI sit on it before charging at her. However, Momo dodged and applied an armbar with the chair between her legs. Momo placed the chair on her left arm and sat on it. Momo responded to the referee's warning by saying, "I just sat on the chair." Back in the ring, she kicked MIRAI's left arm and went for an armlock. When MIRAI escaped, Momo put both her arms on the ropes and tightened the hold. Momo landed a middle kick and stood defiantly, saying, "Champion, fight back!" MIRAI threw an elbow, but it lacked power. Momo took the blow and stood up, then went down. MIRAI grabbed Momo's kicking leg and took her down, then delivered a face crusher. When the fight spilled outside the ring, Momo scratched MIRAI's face and tried to throw her into the audience. However, MIRAI countered and sent Momo into the audience. MIRAI stomped on Momo's neck before bringing her back into the ring and delivering a face crusher followed by a missile kick. Momo kicked out, and MIRAI applied a wing lock. She continued to apply submissions, but Momo managed to escape. Momo delivered a brainbuster towards the corner, a Soumatou from the second base, and another Soumatou from the top. When MIRAI kicked out, Momo applied a chicken wing face lock and a series of middle kicks. "Get up, champion!" she taunted, and continued to deliver a series of middle kicks. MIRAI grabbed Momo's leg and wouldn't let go. MIRAI delivered an elbow to the knee followed by a backflip. Momo got behind MIRAI, but MIRAI countered with a roll-up followed by a modified back suplex.10minutes had passed. MIRAI pulls Momo up and goes for the Miramare Shock. Momo immediately hits a Soumatou on the spot. Both Momo and MIRAI are down. As they stand up, Momo's kick hits MIRAI's left arm. Momo retaliates with a middle kick, and MIRAI with an elbow. Momo hits a series of middle kicks, knocking MIRAI down. MIRAI lands a series of elbows and a headbutt. Momo hits a high kick. MIRAI catches Momo's charge and slams her down. Momo retaliates, and MIRAI goes for the Miramare Shock. Momo counters, throws an arm whip, and locks both of MIRAI's arms from behind. However, MIRAI's feet reach the ropes. MIRAI stops Momo's charge, slips past her, and hits a lariat. MIRAI hits a lariat from behind and a missile kick from the corner. Momo dodges the lariat and hits a Tequila Sunrise and a Peach Sunrise. MIRAI responded, and Momo kicked her in the face, attempting a Peach Thunder, but MIRAI countered with a lariat from close range.15minutes had passed. MIRAI landed another lariat, and the referee counted to three, successfully defending the white belt.
MIRAI's comment
"I successfully defended my title. As promised, it's MIRAI who left the ring with a smile today. I've said this many times before, but I love Watanabe Momo's pro wrestling. Except for the bad things she does. Whether I'm fighting or just watching, I always feel that Watanabe Momo is really good at pro wrestling. I don't know why, but I think Watanabe Momo sees something in her past self and in MIRAI now. Watanabe Momo is X, no, that's not it. The former serious Watanabe Momo is X, and with this way of life, there's nothing left for me." She said that, but MIRAI is different. I have a lot of things. Now and in the future. I think Watanabe Momo just ran away from this way of life. That's what I think. So I will continue to live this way. And I will always, always, always be the person you hate, hate, hate. I defended the title today, making it my second defense. There's still a long way to go, and I'll go even higher and bring this belt to the main event. I'm waiting for the next challenger who is really, really passionate!
| ◆KAIRI Farewell Match: 30-minute single fall match | ||
| ○KAIRI |
24 minutes 25 seconds |
Hazuki |
| Nanae Takahashi | Little Bear ● | |
| Iwatani Mayu | Iida Saya | |
KAIRI, who has finished her contract with WWE and made a special appearance in her former home promotion, Stardom, will have her last match in Japan before setting sail again. KAIRI wanted to face a Stardom homegrown wrestler, and her Stardom classmates Hazuki, Koguma, and Iida Saya stepped forward. KAIRI's partner will be Takahashi Nanae, who is said to have awakened KAIRI's potential when they wrestled together as Nanami-ri, and Iwatani Mayu, who, along with Shirai Io, formed the three-member Stardom trio and supported the organization together. These are the so-called early members of Stardom. For KAIRI, who said she didn't want this to be a farewell match, this match-up has taken on a stronger character of generational struggle within Stardom than a typical farewell match. After this match, KAIRI will be taking an indefinite hiatus. What kind of ending awaits her?
As the classmates entered, Nanae entered the ring. Nanae pulled the ropes to welcome Iwatani. Iwatani bowed to Nanae and entered the ring. Last to enter was KAIRI. Nanae and Iwatani also appealed from the top rope with KAIRI. Both teams extended their hands and walked towards each other, shaking hands cleanly. KAIRIthe other two, and Iida nominated KAIRI. The match started with KAIRI and Iida. In a test of strength in a lock-up, Iida tried to push back, but just before reaching the ropes, KAIRI switched positions and put her in a headlock. KAIRI countered Iida's head scissors and they struggled for a back hold. Iida tightened her headlock, but KAIRI threw her into the ropes. Iwatani attacked from behind, and KAIRI's team entered the ring. Iwatani and KAIRI teamed up, Nanae delivered a shoulder tackle, and the trio hit an elbow drop. Iida kicked out and dodged KAIRI's charge. KAIRI took a dropkick on the apron and they exchanged elbows over the ropes. KAIRI hit an armbreaker followed by a heel drop, and Iida hit a lariat on KAIRI as she ran along the apron. The fight spilled outside the ring, and Iida attacked KAIRI's arm, hitting her with a series of chops before bringing her back into the ring. Iida went for the cover, but KAIRIof one. Iida went for an armbar. KAIRI countered and rolled her up. Iida kicked out and grabbed her arm and went to her corner. Hazuki entered and hit a series of armbreakers followed by a crossface lock. Nanae tried to break it up with a slap, but Hazuki took Iwatani and the other two down on the mat. STARS attacked in a coordinated attack, and Hazuki delivered a face wash to KAIRI. Koguma stomped on KAIRI's stomach with a foot stomp. KAIRI retaliated, and Koguma threw her into the corner. KAIRI went for a spear, but Koguma dodged it. KAIRI tried again and the spear connected. KAIRI tagged in Nanae. Nanae tagged in Hazuki. Koguma received a shoulder tackle. Iida stood in their way in a gorilla pose. However, Nanae delivered lariats to STARS one after another. Nanae hit Koguma with a series of knees, but Koguma dodged the lariat and delivered a stunner. Nanae dodged again, but Koguma delivered another stunner. Iida delivered a series of chops to Nanae. Nanae turned and returned the favor with a series of chops of her own. Iida blocked, and they exchanged shoulders. Iida stumbles Nanae with a slap and delivers a running lariat. Nanae immediately retaliates with a lariat from close range. Iida dodges the lariat and delivers a shoulder tackle. Nanae dodges an elbow drop and applies a face lock. KAIRI and Iwatani capture Koguma and Hazuki respectively to support Nanae. Iida escapes and10minutes have passed. Nanae delivers a series of elbows, and Iida delivers three consecutive lariats. She attempts a brainbuster, but Nanae resists. Koguma enters the ring, but Nanae cuts off the clothesline, and Iwatani delivers a missile kick to both of them. Iwatani delivers a back kick to Iida, but Hazuki interferes and joins forces with Iida. However, Iwatani delivers an arm whip and a dropkick to both of them. Iida retaliates, and Iwatani delivers a foot stomp. She dodges it, but a thrust kick connects. Iida stops her dash and delivers a spinebuster. Hazuki slaps KAIRI. KAIRI's expression changes and she goes for a head scissors. Hazuki blocks it and kicks her up. Hazuki lands a flurry of elbows on KAIRI. Hazuki tries to run but KAIRI grabs her leg to stop her. They grab each other's hair and exchange elbows. Hazuki's elbow takes KAIRI down. Hazuki pulls KAIRI up and goes for a brainbuster. KAIRI blocks it and slams her down, then lands a spear. She then drives KAIRI into the corner and lands a sliding elbow. Hazuki kicks out and KAIRI gets angry. Hazuki hits a Codebreaker.15minutes have passed. Koguma lands a diving body attack on KAIRI. She drives KAIRI into the corner and lands a running body attack and a Gun Stun. KAIRI kicks out and Koguma charges, but Hazuki hits her with a series of back blows. Koguma goes down but raises her shoulder at the two count. KAIRI, from a mounted position, delivered open-hand slaps to both sides, asking, "Is that all you've got?". She continued to strike even after Koguma stood up. She slammed Koguma down with a body slam, and Nanae and Iwatani came to her aid. When Koguma retaliated, KAIRI went for an Alabama slam, climbed to the corner, and attempted an Insane Elbow. Koguma also climbed up and delivered a series of elbows followed by a superplex stunner. Next, Iida hit a lariat, Hazuki hoisted Koguma in a Canadian suplex, Koguma hit a neckbreaker, and Koguma followed with a diving body press. Iwatani broke it up and hit a German suplex. Nanae also slammed Koguma to the mat, and Iwatani and Nanae teamed up but their timing was off. Iwatani gestured again, Nanae grabbed Koguma's arm and dove onto Koguma. Nanae and KAIRI attempted a combined elbow drop, but it was broken up.20minutes had passed. KAIRI climbed to the corner and attempted an Insane Elbow, but Koguma dodged it at the last moment. Koguma cuts off a sliding elbow. Koguma hits KAIRI with a Northern Lights suplex. She pulls KAIRI up and takes her back. KAIRI counters, and Iwatani's thrust kick hits her by mistake. Koguma and Hazuki hit Nanae and Iwatani with a DDT. The classmates send the ball outside the ring. Hazuki and Iida team up, and Koguma hits KAIRI with a diving body press. Iida drives KAIRI into the corner and hits her with a running lariat. Iida gets on top of the corner and prepares for a powerbomb, Koguma and Hazuki try to jump, but Nanae stops them and Iwatani hits Iida with a thrust kick. Nanae slams Hazuki and Koguma into the top rope. KAIRI's team launches a rocket, KAIRI goes for the cover but Koguma kicks out. KAIRI climbs to the corner and hits an Insane Elbow. Koguma was unable to respond, and KAIRI won.
KAIRI: "Koguma, Koguma! Lift your head! Look ahead! In the Weekly Pro interview you said you had no desires. That was a lie. Those tears are the real Koguma's true feelings, aren't they? You're incredibly strong. Hazuki and Iida are strong too. What's strong is their hearts, all three of you. Don't lose to your past selves! Don't read the room! Go for it!" I know you can do it. I will never give up on the success of the three of you. I'm watching you. Mayu-san. Nanae-san. You two are so strong and cute, strong, cute, cute, and sometimes you make cute mistakes, but when it's time to get serious, you get the job done. I'm so happy to be teamed up with these two cool people today. It wasn't a long period of a year and a half, and I honestly don't know if I was able to contribute to the development of Stardom, but I myself have truly been reborn, having learned so much from so many wrestlers and so much from the three of you. The ring will always connect us, so let's meet again when we're all stronger. I'm so happy to be able to have my final match today in Nagoya, where I was absent last year. We are all brothers and sisters, and we will always be family, family. Let's continue to be friends as family, as friends, and as fellow pro-wrestling fans. Thank you very much."
In the end, all six of them raised their hands
Comments from KAIRI Group
KAIRI: "Rather than calling this my last match, first of all, I want to stand in the ring with Nanae and Mayu. These two created Stardom, and I really believe that Stardom wouldn't have started without them, and that Stardom still exists today because of them. Because these two were my seniors, I've become such a scumbag..."
Nanae: "I'm not trash."
KAIRI: "The two of them really faced each other head-on during practice, and it was the best, I was so happy. I got to see a completely different side of Hazuki, Koguma, and Iida-kun that I'd never seen before, and I think those tears were real, and of course, there's no one who doesn't feel regret when they lose. The reason we do it is to win, and to become stronger. That feeling had just been dormant in their hearts, so I'm really glad that I got to see those tears today, and that I got to see that strong Koguma. I think it had meaning."
Iwatani: "I felt a lot of emotion from the moment we entered the ring, and I was incredibly nervous, but I'm so happy and excited to be able to team up with these three in Stardom, and it's been such a fun day, and it's been my first time teaming up with Nanae..."
Nanae: "It's not Nanae!"
Iwatani: "It's the first time, or rather, almost the first time. Our coordination is terrible, it's awful (laughs)."
KAIRI: "I didn't see it, so I don't know what happened?"
Iwatani: "Haha. I don't usually practice, but I practiced like crazy, and even though I practiced so much, I still failed (laughs)."
Nanae: "We're not in sync at all!"
Iwatani: "It didn't quite work out the second time around (laughs). But I'm glad we were able to team up on KAIRI's last day at Stardom, and I'm really happy that she chose Stardom for her final match in Japan."
Nanae: "I feel like it's true for me, and for KAIRI, and also for Hazuki and Koguma, that people who quit once can fight in Stardom again like this, and it's truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, a day like today that will never come again, and I'm grateful that we spent a day of our lives together, and I'm glad that we were able to send KAIRI off with gratitude. But what I want to say is that in order for me to continue fighting here, Iwatani Mayu, we just don't get along when we team up, and the belt that's hanging here (on Iwatani's shoulder)? I'm interested in that, after all. It's a declaration of war."
Iwatani: "Haha, that's scary. It's scary, but I'm also really happy. When I first debuted and was in Stardom, a few years ago I probably didn't even notice Mayu...but I want to do it."
Nanae: "Listen, you're the icon of Stardom, which is like saying you're the icon of the women's professional wrestling world. So listen, the name IWGP, IWGP is a really big deal, so be more aware of that and don't stay a useless wrestler forever. Wake up, you! Fight with more responsibility and passion, come on! Do you understand? I'm waiting for your answer."
Nanae leaves the room
KAIRI: "There's no one who doesn't want to see Mayu and Nanae's match, and especially since it's for this belt, I definitely want to see it. I'll be waiting."
KAIRI also left the room
Iwatani: "Hehehe. I'm not saying anyone's staying. Why are you leaving first?"
| ◆World of Stardom Championship Match, 30-minute single fall match | ||
| <Champion> |
21 minutes 34 seconds |
<Challenger> |
| Nakano Tam | Tora Natsuko | |
*The 16th champion, Tam Nakano, successfully defended her title for the third time
Tam Nakano will defend her World of Stardom Championship for the third time. Her challenger is Natsuko Tora, who defeated Nakano in a 5★STAR GP official match. Natsuko has defeated all the unit leaders in her block, including Nakano of Cosmic Angels, Syuri of God's Eye, and Mayu Iwatani of STARS. Although she didn't make it to the finals, her record makes her a worthy challenger for the red belt. Champion Nakano also narrowly missed out on reaching the finals, just like Natsuko. Defending the red belt is essential for her to redeem herself... The two were rivals when Nakano first joined Stardom. What awaits them at the end of their battle for the top championship?
In a ground exchange, Natsuko applies a headlock. Nakano counters with a headlock of her own, and Natsuko applies a head scissors. Nakano escapes, and both stand up. They feel each other out before grappling for a back hold. Nakano charges, and Natsuko delivers a shoulder tackle. Nakano dodges Natsuko's charge and delivers a stunner and knee attack over the apron. As Nakano climbs to the corner, Natsuko returns and hits her with a metal can, sending Nakano tumbling out of the ring. Natsuko throws Nakano into the audience in two directions. Nakano is brought back into the ring but escapes in the opposite direction. Natsuko chases after her and attempts to hit her with a chair. Nakano cuts her off with a thrust kick and sprints down the ramp. However, Natsuko intercepts her with the chair. She continues to hit Nakano with the chair, sending her down. Natsuko ties a rope around Nakano's neck and brings her back into the ring. She attempts a brainbuster and a cover, but the rope is pointed out and the count is not counted. Nakano, who was lifted up, countered with a dropkick. When Nakano got behind Natsuko, Natsuko countered with an elbow. Nakano prevented her from running and returned the elbow.10minutes had passed. Neither woman was able to charge, and they exchanged elbows. Nakano countered Natsuko's spear by sticking out her leg and delivered a German suplex. When Natsuko kicked out, Nakano hit a knee attack. Nakano rolled her up for an Andromeda suplex, but Natsuko managed to escape. Nakano climbed to the corner, but Natsuko caught up and delivered a headbutt, then slammed her forward with a superplex. She followed up with a series of Death Valley Bombs, but only got a two count. Natsuko delivered a cannonball followed by another Death Valley Bomb. When Nakano kicked out, she got behind Natsuko and delivered a German suplex, and when Natsuko anticipated her hanging sleeper hold, she slammed her with a German suplex from the corner.15minutes had passed. Both women got up from a down position and exchanged elbows. Nakano hit a spin kick, and Natsuko hit a series of lariats. When Nakano retaliated, Natsuko countered Nakano's attempt at a Death Valley Driver with a Tiger Suplex and four consecutive Violet Shootings. As Nakano tried to pull her up, Natsuko sprayed her poison mist and delivered a body slam. She followed up with a Swanton Bomb and a Death Valley Driver. Natsuko aimed for Nakano and attempted a lariat, but Nakano countered and slammed her forward.20minutes had passed. Nakano kicked Natsuko in the side of the head and delivered a spin kick to the charging Natsuko. Natsuko retaliated, and Nakano attempted a VSD, but collapsed. Nakano then delivered a Buzzsaw Kick followed by another VSD. The referee counted to three, and Nakano successfully defended the red belt.
Nakano: "Natsuko, thank you for coming all by yourself. You're my lifelong rival, aren't you! Listen up, you idiot. Now, World of Stardom, come out, next challenger!"
Suzuki, who had been watching from the back of the venue, entered the ring
Suzuki: "Sorry to keep you waiting! The winner of the 5★STAR GP2023is... Nakano Tamuka, you've got a really dirty look on your face. You haven't forgotten, have you? That I beat you in a singles match."
Nakano: "There's no way Tamu would forget. She's the kind of woman who holds grudges."
Suzuki: "Scary, scary, scary, scary. I'm going to take that red belt of yours and become the face of the pro wrestling world as quickly as possible, and you're just a stepping stone for me. Nakano Tam's era is over."
Nakano: "Your way of speaking is as barbaric as ever. You sound just like the guy Tamu hates the most! Suzu-chan, you know, if you want to become the face of the pro wrestling world, shouldn't you try to be a little more charming like Tamu? You're not cute at all."
After they grabbed each other's hair, Suzuki left the stage. Nakano was unable to get up
Nakano: "Hello everyone in space, and everyone at Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium! Am I really that ugly? Thank you for fighting alongside us for such a long time today. Is my butt split into four? There was a time when I thought that phrases like 'If you don't give up on your dreams, they will come true' and 'Hard work will definitely be rewarded' were only said by a select few who were truly successful. But I want to continue to prove to you all, together with this red belt, that this is not a world where hard work is a disadvantage, but a world where the harder you work, the more you are rewarded. So please continue to fulfill many dreams with us. Thank you for believing in us today! So, are you ready? Follow Tam's sparkling road into space! Believe in Tam!"
Nakano's comment
Tam: "I have successfully defended the World of Stardom title for the third time! Thank you. I was turned into blueberry pudding. Natsuko, I was happy that you were there alone when I entered. Thank you. You are my first rival, and my rival for life. Be aware of that. Natsuko, you said that Tam can say such nice things because she was lucky enough to become the red belt champion. I think that might be true. Tam was lucky, and I think she was truly blessed. Tam thought so too. I thought that the saying "if you work hard, you will be rewarded" was something that only a select few could say after they succeeded, but Tam hated that kind of world, so she proved that this is a world where the more you work hard, the more you are rewarded." I've come this far. And that's how I earned the red belt. I don't think it was all by my own strength. So, from now on, as the champion of this top-tier red belt, I want to prove that this is not a world where hard work and effort go to waste. I will become a red champion that will be remembered in both memory and records. My next challenger is Suzuki Suzu. I'm more than happy for her to come to me. She really looks just like the person Tamu hates the most in this world. Her face is the one that makes me the angriest. I'll make sure to educate her so that she can't utter barbaric words like "ugly" or "terrible face". Please continue to believe in Tamu. Thank you."