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Maika, who disbanded E neXus V (EXV), is now focusing on her solo career. At the Osaka tournament on the 7th, she clashed with Mi Vida Loca in a unit-versus-unit match. Against the four opposing members (Suzuki Suzu, Yamashita Rina, Aoki Itsuki, and Tetsu Akira), EXV had a numerical advantage with five members (Maika, HANAKO, Gina, Tsukiyama Waka, and Rian) and entered the team elimination match, but suffered a surprising defeat
Moreover, the unit, which was formed in January 2024, came to an end after the match, causing a huge stir. Maika reflected, "There were pros and cons, but I feel the response was incredible," and appealed, "That's why I want you to look forward to the future of the members, including myself."
The price of the fierce battle was high. After the match, Maika appeared backstage wearing a neck brace. She said she had undergone a medical examination at the hospital after the tournament. "The doctor told me that I don't need to take a break, and I also feel that I'm in a condition to compete, so I have no intention of taking a rest," she revealed, and she plans to participate as usual in the Korakuen Hall tournament on the 13th
This tournament will mark a new beginning for the members who are now independent. Maika offered words of encouragement, saying, "I hope they will gain experience and learn things that they can only do because they are not part of a unit, and grow stronger by freely running wild." She also exuded confidence, saying, "I will also do things my own way. I have no intention of joining a unit. In addition, I have my own fan club content, Snack Maika, and I have performed with other wrestlers more times than them, so I think I can do pretty well no matter who I team up with."
Going forward, she will also focus on her activities as a singles wrestler. "Personally, I'm aiming for the World Championship, of course, but also the IWGP and STRONG Championship." The Edion Arena Osaka 1st Gymnasium, which was the final venue for EXV, was the same venue where she stood on the main stage as the World Champion two years ago. Coincidentally, the opponent she defeated in that title defense was Saya Kamitani, who defeated Starlight Kid at this Osaka event to successfully defend her World Championship for the ninth time
"Of course, I want to have a serious showdown with Kamiya now. There were a lot of people at my comeback match (December 8, 2025, Korakuen Hall). It's an important belt filled with so many memories. I have my sights set on various belts, but I think the red belt is a special one." The empress, with her eyes gleaming, is once again moving towards the top of the organization