November Rain -- November 1st, 2021
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November Rain
November 1st, 2021 [LIVE]
Osaka Convention Centre (500 MAX)
1.
[First Battle] Kurio Herutsu defeated Koji Imura {7:11} via Release Dragon Suplex
2.
[Singles Showcase] Takeshi Uehara defeated Allan Joseph {4:04} via Running Death Valley Driver
3.
[Special Debut] KUMA defeated Raijin Ogawa {6:37} via KIMURA Arm Lock
4.
[Grudge Match] Daisuke Shinzaki and Akihiro Sagawa {20:00} DRAW
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Notes:
- Kurio Herutsu was a relative unknown heading into this contest. Koji Imura showed flashes of taking the next steps in his career during the SUPER Tag League as one half of the KYOTO:CRUSH duo. It was assumed that Imura would be taking his young lion status to new levels as 2021 draws to a close. However, Herutsu matched him at every turn, and in what was a very even contest - Herutsu started to pour it on at around the five minute mark before catching Imura with a release dragon suplex to score the pinfall. The crowd was lukewarm on their reception of the newcomer, but he paid them little mind. Herutsu looked proud of his handy-work when his hand was raised, and left the ring without incident.
- Takeshi Uehara has proven to be a real problem as of late. Uehara was a breakout start in the SUPER Tag League where he scored some major victories over some of BRAVE's top stars. Uehara's ascent was responsible for TIDAL WAVE's inclusion in the SUPER Tag League Finals. While the team fell short in the end, they certainly put the locker room on notice that they are a forced to be reckoned with. With whispers of a singles tournament commencing in the coming weeks, Uehara said he was most certainly going to be taking part. Uehara then went onto make short work of the touring Allan Joseph. Word is that the I-69 duo are set to head back to the Midwest in the coming weeks. Joseph will be leaving with a major some head trauma for his troubles.
- We have been hearing about it for weeks, and it finally happened. KUMA made his BRAVE debut, and looked impressive in his dismantling of Raijin Ogawa. Ogawa coms to BRAVE with a decorated past, so experts thought this one might be close. KUMA was able to overwhelm Ogawa in the stand up, and then when it hit the mat, the Canadian Grizzly made sure his prey was uncomfortable at every turn. KUMA grabbed hold of Ogawa's left arm, and cranked it in ways it's not supposed to go which earned him the submission victory. After the bout, KUMA Looked into the ringside camera, pointed, and reminded Satoshi Watanabe that he was here to settle the score from their days in Northern Pro Wrestling.
- The main event was dubbed a grudge match, but it was more of a special challenge match. Akihiro Sagawa is one of the best Jr. Heavyweights on the planet, but he's not looking to rest on his laurels. Sagawa has been openly challenging super fan favorite Daisuke Shinzaki for weeks. Their first match ended with very little time left in the contest with Shinzaki scoring the victory. This time, Sagawa was able to go the distance as neither man was able to defeat the other within the twenty minute time limit. Sagawa took this result as a victory, as many felt he was biting off more than he could chew when he was hunting for a match with Shinzaki. Both men exchanged a sportsman-like handshake at the conclusion of the match.
But that when when they were rudely interrupted by two men from Shinzaki's past. Shinya Okamoto and Jun Hirota walked to the ring. The arena was in a stunned silence, as the two men spoke about how Shinzaki could only run from his past for so long. Both men have a decorated resume and have the reputation of being both ruthless and calculated. Okamoto did most of the talking, and he alluded to the fact that he felt Shinzaki had lost a step. Okoamoto said that he and Jun were actively recruiting to expand their SHADOW WARRIOR group.
Shinzaki responded that he wasn't interested in taking part and reminded both Shinya and Jun that he was a man of high morale standards. Sagawa stood in the ring, taking it all in. As Jun and Shinya approached, it was clear that whatever grudge Akihiro Sagawa was carrying with him had melted away. Sagawa stood side by side with Shinzaki, and said that he wouldn't allow these two 'bullies' to take advantage of this situation. Jun Hirota chuckled, and warned Sagawa that 'this was the big leagues' and not only should he stick to wrestling men his own size, that he would be committing suicide by trifling with the SHADOW WARRIORS. Just as it seemed these four men were about to clash, Mr. Sakamoto sent security to ringside and then announced that the SHADOW WARRIORS had signed exclusive contracts to BRAVE. He also said that since he would be the one to dictate when a match of this magnitude would take place. The show closed with security creating separation between the two sides.
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Reactions:
- Takeshi Uehara said that he had all of the tools to be champion. Whether that meant that he and his tag team partner Gakuto Fija would be challenging Roger Stevens and Kenneth Marshall or whether he would claim singles gold by winning the BRAVE Heavyweight Championship.
- KUMA cited that he is no stranger to The Shining Stars and how they operate. KUMA said he broke free from the Shooters Club 18 months ago, and he hasn't looked back. KUMA said that Gus Arnold took him under his wing, and helped make him the best version of himself. That, and his brief run as Dusty Griffith's tag team partner in Canada and Japan has brought nothing but confidence. Seeing how a world wide superstar carries themselves on a regular basis from the weight room, to the dojo and in the ring - he now felt as though he was on the verge of being unstoppable.
- Daisuke Shinzaki looked shaken by the presence of the Shadow Warriors. Shinzaki was joined by Akihiro Sagawa who said that he still had aspirations to defeat Shinzaki in a singles match, but he also hadn't nothing but respect for him. Sagawa also mentioned that he had heard the stories of The Shadow Warriors and how they operated. Sagawa felt as though he and Shinzaki could overcome them and that he didn't plan on backing down. Shinzaki thanked Sagawa for stepping in and the two men left together cordially.
- The Shadow Warriors couldn't be tracked down for comments. More on this developing story as it becomes available.
November 1st, 2021 [LIVE]
Osaka Convention Centre (500 MAX)
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Notes:
- Kurio Herutsu was a relative unknown heading into this contest. Koji Imura showed flashes of taking the next steps in his career during the SUPER Tag League as one half of the KYOTO:CRUSH duo. It was assumed that Imura would be taking his young lion status to new levels as 2021 draws to a close. However, Herutsu matched him at every turn, and in what was a very even contest - Herutsu started to pour it on at around the five minute mark before catching Imura with a release dragon suplex to score the pinfall. The crowd was lukewarm on their reception of the newcomer, but he paid them little mind. Herutsu looked proud of his handy-work when his hand was raised, and left the ring without incident.
- Takeshi Uehara has proven to be a real problem as of late. Uehara was a breakout start in the SUPER Tag League where he scored some major victories over some of BRAVE's top stars. Uehara's ascent was responsible for TIDAL WAVE's inclusion in the SUPER Tag League Finals. While the team fell short in the end, they certainly put the locker room on notice that they are a forced to be reckoned with. With whispers of a singles tournament commencing in the coming weeks, Uehara said he was most certainly going to be taking part. Uehara then went onto make short work of the touring Allan Joseph. Word is that the I-69 duo are set to head back to the Midwest in the coming weeks. Joseph will be leaving with a major some head trauma for his troubles.
- We have been hearing about it for weeks, and it finally happened. KUMA made his BRAVE debut, and looked impressive in his dismantling of Raijin Ogawa. Ogawa coms to BRAVE with a decorated past, so experts thought this one might be close. KUMA was able to overwhelm Ogawa in the stand up, and then when it hit the mat, the Canadian Grizzly made sure his prey was uncomfortable at every turn. KUMA grabbed hold of Ogawa's left arm, and cranked it in ways it's not supposed to go which earned him the submission victory. After the bout, KUMA Looked into the ringside camera, pointed, and reminded Satoshi Watanabe that he was here to settle the score from their days in Northern Pro Wrestling.
- The main event was dubbed a grudge match, but it was more of a special challenge match. Akihiro Sagawa is one of the best Jr. Heavyweights on the planet, but he's not looking to rest on his laurels. Sagawa has been openly challenging super fan favorite Daisuke Shinzaki for weeks. Their first match ended with very little time left in the contest with Shinzaki scoring the victory. This time, Sagawa was able to go the distance as neither man was able to defeat the other within the twenty minute time limit. Sagawa took this result as a victory, as many felt he was biting off more than he could chew when he was hunting for a match with Shinzaki. Both men exchanged a sportsman-like handshake at the conclusion of the match.
But that when when they were rudely interrupted by two men from Shinzaki's past. Shinya Okamoto and Jun Hirota walked to the ring. The arena was in a stunned silence, as the two men spoke about how Shinzaki could only run from his past for so long. Both men have a decorated resume and have the reputation of being both ruthless and calculated. Okamoto did most of the talking, and he alluded to the fact that he felt Shinzaki had lost a step. Okoamoto said that he and Jun were actively recruiting to expand their SHADOW WARRIOR group.
Shinzaki responded that he wasn't interested in taking part and reminded both Shinya and Jun that he was a man of high morale standards. Sagawa stood in the ring, taking it all in. As Jun and Shinya approached, it was clear that whatever grudge Akihiro Sagawa was carrying with him had melted away. Sagawa stood side by side with Shinzaki, and said that he wouldn't allow these two 'bullies' to take advantage of this situation. Jun Hirota chuckled, and warned Sagawa that 'this was the big leagues' and not only should he stick to wrestling men his own size, that he would be committing suicide by trifling with the SHADOW WARRIORS. Just as it seemed these four men were about to clash, Mr. Sakamoto sent security to ringside and then announced that the SHADOW WARRIORS had signed exclusive contracts to BRAVE. He also said that since he would be the one to dictate when a match of this magnitude would take place. The show closed with security creating separation between the two sides.
--
Reactions:
- Takeshi Uehara said that he had all of the tools to be champion. Whether that meant that he and his tag team partner Gakuto Fija would be challenging Roger Stevens and Kenneth Marshall or whether he would claim singles gold by winning the BRAVE Heavyweight Championship.
- KUMA cited that he is no stranger to The Shining Stars and how they operate. KUMA said he broke free from the Shooters Club 18 months ago, and he hasn't looked back. KUMA said that Gus Arnold took him under his wing, and helped make him the best version of himself. That, and his brief run as Dusty Griffith's tag team partner in Canada and Japan has brought nothing but confidence. Seeing how a world wide superstar carries themselves on a regular basis from the weight room, to the dojo and in the ring - he now felt as though he was on the verge of being unstoppable.
- Daisuke Shinzaki looked shaken by the presence of the Shadow Warriors. Shinzaki was joined by Akihiro Sagawa who said that he still had aspirations to defeat Shinzaki in a singles match, but he also hadn't nothing but respect for him. Sagawa also mentioned that he had heard the stories of The Shadow Warriors and how they operated. Sagawa felt as though he and Shinzaki could overcome them and that he didn't plan on backing down. Shinzaki thanked Sagawa for stepping in and the two men left together cordially.
- The Shadow Warriors couldn't be tracked down for comments. More on this developing story as it becomes available.
