Another of NJPW’s top stars is on the radar of both WWE and AEW. As is often the case in January, a number of New Japan Pro Wrestling contracts are expected to be nearing expiration this month, with both major promotions in the United States reportedly monitoring several potential free agents. Dave Meltzer noted on […]
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‘The Rebel’ could be heading to Orlando, Florida. On December 27, Fightful Select reported that David Finlay’s contract with New Japan Pro Wrestling is set to expire in the near future, with the former IWGP Global Heavyweight Champion looking to explore his options in the United States. According to WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select, WWE
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G1 Climax 36 may feature involvement from All Elite Wrestling talent in the tournament line-up. On January 4, New Japan Pro Wrestling announced that the opening night of G1 Climax 36 will be held at the NOW Arena in Chicago, Illinois on July 11, marking the first time the tournament has taken place in the
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An attempt to differentiate himself led to Bálor bringing out ‘The Demon’. Finn Bálor’s ‘Demon’ persona first took shape in New Japan Pro Wrestling whilst competing as Prince Devitt, where the darker, more elaborate presentation first took form. He later brought the character to WWE, developing it into the dramatic alter ego seen in some
Yet another Bullet Club member could be heading to the States. With New Japan Pro Wrestling’s Wrestle Kingdom 20 drawing closer, January is set to be a significant month for the promotion, as many talent contracts are typically due to expire at the start of the year. Fightful Select are now reporting that David Finlay’s
NJPW are keen to ensure that Hiroshi Tanahashi’s swansong is given the time and attention it deserves. With New Japan Pro Wrestling’s Wrestle Kingdom 20 just over two weeks away, a seven match card appears to have been finalised, leading many to question why the company has opted for a shorter line-up than in previous
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Shinsuke Nakamura was reportedly interested in facing ‘The Ace’ at Wrestle Kingdom 20. Since Hiroshi Tanahashi announced his career would come to an end at Wrestle Kingdom 20, speculation has run rampant on who his final opponent will be. Around three weeks ago, it emerged via Fightful Select that NJPW had discussed Shinsuke Nakamura possibly
‘The Nigerian Giant’ isn’t feeling the love. Omos has been absent from WWE television since competing in the 2024 Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal during WrestleMania SmackDown on April 5. Speaking to MuscleManMalcom in a new interview, Omos claimed that his absence from WWE television is due to a lack of fan interest compared
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AJ Styles has reflected on how NJPW prepared him for WWE. In 2016, AJ Styles made his stunning WWE debut following his tenure with New Japan Pro Wrestling. While in NJPW, ‘The Phenomenal One’ led Bullet Club and captured the IWGP Heavyweight Championship twice, cementing his place among the best in-ring talent of his generation.
A run in NJPW was almost on the cards for Drew McIntyre. Drew McIntyre’s first stint with WWE ended when he was released by the company on July 12, 2014. After a spell on the independent scene, McIntyre returned to WWE in 2017 as part of the NXT brand, although he almost followed a very