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NJPW G1 Climax - July 31 to August 2 Aug 1, 2020 13:54:26 GMT -5

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Post by Josh Spicer on Aug 1, 2020 13:54:26 GMT -5

Aired on New Japan World on 5AM Eastern, 1AM Pacific.

G1 Climax Block B

FRI. JULY 31. 2020

Live from Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan

We get a VTR showcasing the history of the G1 Climax for the past 46 years. It then goes into Block B, giving a few highlights of all those participating in that block as well as a few words from them.

We then go ringside where Kimihiko Ozaki is in the ring.

He starts out by introducing Bullet Club first, accompanied by Gedo. The trio at the announce desk bring KENTA and Jay White's problems as of late, specifically how much Jay has been putting on KENTA and how KENTA has been "failing" in Jay's eyes.

LIJ are brought out next, captained by Shingo. The trio bring up Shingo having to vacate the NEVER Openweight Title and how he's challenged Jay for it, although no official word has been given by Harold Meij regarding it. They theorize he's waiting until after Destruction to make an official word on it.

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Special Tag Team Match

Los Ingobernables de Japon (Shingo Takagi and BUSHI) vs. Bullet Club (Jay White and KENTA with Gedo)

The focus on the match is really on Jay and KENTA arguing with BUSHI and Shingo getting their own licks in on both members of Bullet Club. The tides turn when the BC start their cheating tactics, but Jay and KENTA can't seem to the stop arguing.

The end comes when Gedo whacks BUSHI with the Kendo Stick while he's on the top rope and KENTA is distracting the ref. KENTA gets BUSHI up for a Go 2 Sleep, but he gets down and tags on Shingo. BUSHI sprays KENTA with the mist, leading into a Last of the Dragon for the win.

Winners: Los Ingobernables de Japon (Shingo Takagi and BUSHI) at 7:57

After the match, Jay and Gedo confront KENTA once more, arguing over what just happened. Shingo pops in and grabs Jay's NEVER Openweight Title from him. Shingo poses with it and lays out the challenge. Instead of confronting this, Jay heads out. Shingo throws him the title back. KENTA is slow to follow after his teammates.

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Once LIJ have left the arena, Kimihiko introduces the remainder of Bullet Club, accompanied by Jado. The trio bring up GoD's match at Destruction in Kobe for the IWGP Heavyweight Tag Team Titles, as well as how Taiji and Yujiro have called their shots for the IWGP Junior Tag Team Titles.

Chaos' Japan is then introduced, captained by Tanahashi. Kevin, Chris, and Gino talk about Kota and Hiroshi's recent problems and how it seems like everyone is on Hiroshi's side despite him making the mistakes (Gino really gets emotional about that). They stop talking about it as soon as Rocky gets to ringside.

Special 8-Man Tag Team Match

Chaos' Japan (Hiroshi Tanahashi, Tomohiro Ishii, and Roppongi 3K with Rocky Romero) vs. Bullet Club (Guerrillas of Destiny, Taiji Ishimori, and Yujiro Takahashi with Jado)

Another standard clustermess tag match, especially with Bullet Club involved. Each team gets their offense in with all 8 guys getting some showcase.

The end comes when two members of the Organization run out through the crowd. They attack Hiroshi and Ishii, making sure to keep them on the outside. In the ring, Tama hits a Gun Stun to Rocky, who slinked into the ring on his own volition. Roa goes for a Spear to Yoh, but meets a Superkick mid-move. Roppongi 3K get Roa out of the ring but Sho falls to another Gun Stun. Yujiro and Taiji pop in to beat on Yoh. Miami Shine followed by a Bloody Cross to Yoh gets them the win.

Winners: Bullet Club (Guerrillas of Destiny, Taiji Ishimori, and Yujiro Takahashi with Jado) at 8:23

After the match, Yujiro and Taiji once again do the finger guns to Roppongi 3K, calling their shot once again. The Organization members slink back through the crowd leaving Chaos' Japan frustrated, and once again, not an Ibushi in sight.

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After Chaos' Japan heads to the back, Kimihiko introduces the next team, captained by Curt Hennig. The trio at the announce desk talk about Hennig's matches at Destruction against Pete Dunne and Jay White for the IWGP United States Heavyweight and NEVER Openweight Titles respectively. They also bring up the Good Brothers and EVIL/Sanada's match as well as PAC netting a pinfall over Takahashi.

LIJ are introduced next, albeit individually. Naito's tied lead in the G1 Climax in Block A is brought up as well his teammates individual battles of recent.

Special 8-Man Tag Team Match

Los Ingobernables de Japon (Tetsuya Naito, Hiromu Takahashi, EVIL, and Sanada) vs. Curt Hennig, PAC, and The Good Brothers

The match is a slower pace than we've seen as of late. All eight men seem hesitant to get things going at the start, but once they do, they match up with their rivals just to keep things even. When another rival tags in, the other does the same. It's an interesting thing to note because the rival in question (say PAC) won't attack the person in the ring until their own rival tags in (Hiromu). Of course this does break town after a bit.

The end comes when three members of the Organization hit ringside. They attack whomever they can find with the exception of Hiromu and PAC, who are in the ring. PAC accidentally nicks the ref on an errant dive. During this, Liger, Tiger, and Santos come out to keep the Organization back and away. The third member--the pipe-wielding one--gets in and whacks Hiromu in the face with it. Santos gets him out of the ring before Team Liger sends them all packing. This is enough for PAC to hit a Tombstone and Black Arrow to seal the win.

Winners: Curt Hennig, PAC, and The Good Brothers at 8:46

After the match, PAC once again lays down the challenge to Takahashi, although he isn't able to get his hands on the actual title. Instead of answering, LIJ just head to the back, blatantly ignoring PAC who is screaming for Hiromu to come back.

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We then start the intermission and ring sanitization. During this, we go over the card for the next two nights.

G1 Climax Block A

SAT. AUGUST 1. 2020

G1 Climax Block A

Los Ingobernables de Japon's Tetsuya Naito vs. PAC

G1 Climax Block A

Chaos' Japan's Hiroshi Tanahashi vs. Bullet Club's Jay White with Gedo

G1 Climax Block A

Curt Hennig vs. Chaos' Japan's Kota Ibushi

G1 Climax Block A

Chaos' Japan's Tomohiro Ishii vs. Chaos' Japan's Juice Robinson

Special 8-Man Tag Team Match

Chaos' Japan (Kushida, David Finlay, and Roppongi 3K with Rocky Romero) vs. Bullet Club (Guerrillas of Destiny, Taiji Ishimori, and Yujiro Takahashi with Jado and KENTA)

Special 6-Man Tag Team Match

Rob Van Dam and Wrestling's Best Tag Team vs. Pete Dunne and The Legion of Doom

Special 6-Man Tag Team Match

Jushin Thunder Liger, Tiger Mask, and Santos Escobar vs. Zack Sabre Jr. and The Major Stars

The trio bring up Zack and the Major Stars once again teaming up, as well as Roppingi 3K, Tajij, and Yujiro being in the same ring once again.

G1 Climax Block B

SUN. AUGUST 2. 2020

G1 Climax Block B

Brock Lesnar vs. Rob Van Dam

G1 Climax Block B

Chaos' Japan's David Finlay with Juice Robinson vs. Dragon Lee

G1 Climax Block B

Pete Dunne vs. Cedric Alexander

G1 Climax Block B

Zack Sabre Jr. vs. Bullet Club's KENTA

Special 10-Man Tag Team Match

Chaos' Japan (Hiroshi Tanahashi, Kota Ibushi, Tomohiro Ishii, and Roppongi 3K with Rocky Romero) vs. Bullet Club (Jay White, Guerrillas of Destiny, Taiji Ishimori, and Yujiro Takahashi with Gedo and Jado)

Special 8-Man Tag Team Match

Los Ingobernables de Japon (Tetsuya Naito, Hiromu Takahashi, EVIL, and Sanada) vs. Curt Hennig, PAC, and The Good Brothers

Special 8-Man Tag Team Match

Ricky Steamboat, Shelton Benjamin, and The Lions' Roar with Charlie Haas vs. The Major Stars and The Colons

The trio bring up Hiromu and PAC being in the same ring as well as Hiroshi and Kota teaming up for the first time in a while. Mention is also brought to KENTA being without either Gedo or Jado, with reference mentioned about that being Jay's decision.

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RVD is introduced first, with his victory over KENTA a week ago being mentioned.

When Cedric comes out, his victory over Zack Sabre Jr. a week ago is also brought up.

G1 Climax Block B

Cedric Alexander vs. Rob Van Dam

It's a nice match that allows both men to showcase their athleticism as well as their kicking ability. Both men manage to get some good, sharp kicks on the other as well as do a nice series of reversals every so often.

The end comes when Cedric goes for a Lumbar Check, but RVD ducks out of it. Zack Sabre Jr. then runs into the ring and whacks RVD with a chair. Red Shoes is a bit hesitant at first but soon calls for the bell.

Winner: Rob Van Dam at 11:23 by disqualifcation

After the match, Zack whacks Cedric with the chair as well. He then grabs a mic.

Zack Sabre Jr.: Jolly good show mates, but alas, it has nothing on me. Rob, nothing personal chap, but as far as I'm concerned, you just got in the way. Cedric old boy, what do you say to one more go around? I'm thinking we meet up at Destruction. And just to make sure there's a solid...and clear winner, we make it 2 Out of 3 Falls.

Zack then gets up and grabs the chair, just to whack RVD and Cedric in the back with it. He sits back down in it before continuing.

Zack Sabre Jr.: We'll meet again in the G1 Climax, both of you. However, I can guarantee that you both...will just...tap...out.

He then tosses the mic before getting both men out of the ring. Young lions help the two who just competed to the back as Zack stands in the ring, a smile on his face.

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Kimihiko quickly introduces Zack, still in the ring from the previous segment. His lost to Pete Dunne last week ins mentioned.

Dragon Lee is introduced next, during which his loss to Cedric in the G1 is mentioned.

G1 Climax Block B

Zack Sabre Jr. vs. Dragon Lee

The two of them manage to get a good exchange of holds and grapples, but it's quite obvious that Zack is able to get more in. Dragon surprises Zack a few times by getting out and netting a few near falls, but Zack still cinches his holds in tight.

The end comes when Dragon manages to get Zack up for a Desnucadora. Zack reverses it mid-move into a Triangle Choke. From there, Zack turns it into a Hurrah! Another Year. Dragon tries to hold on but eventually is forced to tap.

Winner: Zack Sabre Jr. at 12:48

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Kimihiko introduces David first, during which his lost to Brock Lesnar last week is mentioned. The trio also brings up his valiant effort, though do make it clear that it was a lamb to the slaughter. Juice Robinson is also with him at ringside.

Pete is brought out next, and his match with Curt Hennig at Destruction is mentioned, as well as his victory over Zack Sabre Jr. last week.

G1 Climax Block B

Chaos' Japan's David Finlay with Juice Robinson vs. Pete Dunne

Pete is the better grappler here and make it clear from the offset. David tries his best to get out of a few holds, but still holds tight enough to get to the ropes. Eventually, Pete blasts him with a right fist and things break down from there. The match travels around ringside and it's there that David gets the advantage. From then it's a much more even bout.

The end comes when David reverses a Bitter End into a Prima Nocta. Pete remains standing, so David hits another Prima Nocta. David gets up and goes for a victory roll. However, Pete holds on and gets David to his feet. He goes for a half nelson suplex, but David lands on his feet. Superkick and a third Prima Nocta to Pete. David then school boys Pete, making sure to get the hold in tight which actually nets the win!

Winner: David Finlay at 14:05

After the match, David and Juice celebrate the win. Pete takes a few moments to recover and get his belt. He offers his hand to David, who accepts it. The two solemnly shake hands with David looking at the the IWGP United States Heavyweight belt. Pete nods and smirks before leaving.

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KENTA comes out first, accompanied by Gedo. His recent string of losses is brought up, including his loss earlier tonight after a Last of the Dragon by Shingo. KENTA is obviously barely holding it together, but is still raring to go.

Brock is introduced next and his dominance is mentioned, including the decisive win over David last week.

G1 Climax Block B

Brock Lesnar vs. Bullet Club's KENTA with Gedo

Despite KENTA being banged up, he still manages to fight back from what Brock gives him. German Suplexes, powerslams, powerbombs, whatever Brock dishes out, KENTA still kicks out of. It reaches a point where Brock switches gears and starts tearing about KENTA's arm. Brock starts holding the arm down in painful positions against the ropes, using the entire four count. Eventually, KENTA starts fighting back with roundhouses and forearms with the good arm.

In the end, it isn't enough to keep Brock down. KENTA gets Brock up for a Go 2 Sleep, but Brock hits a huge elbow to the side of the head which disorients him for a Kimura Lock. KENTA refuses to tap for a bit before Brock cranks the hold. KENTA taps out from there.

Winner: Brock Lesnar at 13:47

After the match, Gedo just leaves, not even looking back at his teammate still in the hold. It takes Red Shoes forcing Brock to separate. Brock doesn't like this, but pats Red Shoes on his cheek before leaving. KENTA is left alone in the ring. When he gets up, holding his arm close, the crowd actually give him a standing ovation. He does the bare minimum to acknowledge it, but it's clear he's surprised by this reaction. He heads to the back on his own to end the night.

Last Edit: Aug 1, 2020 23:20:40 GMT -5 by Josh Spicer

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NJPW G1 Climax - July 31 to August 2 Aug 1, 2020 15:39:11 GMT -5

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G1 Climax Block A

SAT. AUGUST 1. 2020

Live from Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan

We get a VTR showcasing the history of the G1 Climax for the past 46 years. It then goes into Block A, giving a few highlights of all those participating in that block as well as a few words from them.

We then go ringside where Kimihiko Ozaki is in the ring.

He starts the night off by introducing Zack's team. Zack comes out looking smug while John (as the sexy Buckingham Palace guard) and Matthew (as a "sexy" version of Queen Elizabeth II) come out dancing and jiving despite Zack's music not really vibing with the moves. Zack's assault over Cedric and RVD last night is brought up, as well as his match tomorrow against KENTA.

Team Liger is brought out next and the three men are really gelling. Tiger and Santos show each other respect by opening the ropes for each other. Santos doesn't want to take it, but Tiger insists. This segs nicely into them talking about Tiger really taking a liking to Santos now.

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Special 6-Man Tag Team Match

Jushin Thunder Liger, Tiger Mask, and Santos Escobar vs. Zack Sabre Jr. and The Major Stars

After the Major Stars get their comedy bumps and spots out of the way, it's a Zack Sabre Jr. strike to Liger from the apron that gets his team ahead. Team Zack takes apart Liger, making sure to focus on him for the bulk of match. To be honest, Santos and Tiger don't even get into the match. That's how effective Zack's holds and The Major Stars' tag team maneuvers are in keeping Liger down.

The end comes when John accidentally runs into Marty Asami. The Organization then strike from the crowd, deciding to focus on Tiger on the outside. Two members attack him there while the third one focus on Santos. The two on the outside hit a Springboard Hart Attack (with the Japanese announce table serving as the launching point) to Tiger onto the floor. Santos follows that up by throwing the third member out and hitting a Suicide Dive to both of them. In the ring, Zack low blows Liger before he is hit a Disaster Blaster. Marty gets conscious enough to count that down.

Winners: Zack Sabre Jr. and The Major Stars at 7:48

After the match, Team Zack head to the back all smug and cocky. The Organization flee back through the crowd. Santos decides to grab a chair and chase after them, leaving Liger and Tiger in the ring. The two get up on their own accord and accept the crowd's cheers before heading to the back.

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Pete Dunne is introduced first, and his loss to David Finlay last night is mentioned and how David challenge Pete for his IWGP United Stes Heavyweight Title, which he seemingly accepted. The Legion of Doom come out next and their recent respectful encounters with Wrestling's Best Tag Team are mentioned.

Team RVD come out next with Shelton and Haas following suit to the ring with him. RVD's tainted victory over Cedric last night is mentioned as well as his assault by Zack.

Special 6-Man Tag Team Match

Rob Van Dam and Wrestling's Best Tag Team vs. Pete Dunne and The Legion of Doom

The match is really technicals vs. brutes and it shows. For all the clobbering Team Dunne delivers, Team RVD is able to keep 'em down just as long.

The end comes when RVD is up for a Five Star Frog Splash. Shelton tags in, which distracts RVD. Animal takes this time grab RVD into an electric chair. Hawk then follows up with a Doomsday Device. Haas pops in and throws Hawk out of the ring. Superkick by Shelton to Pete to take him to the floor. One Leapfrog to Animal later and Shelton is able to secure the pinfall.

Winners: Rob Van Dam and Wrestling's Best Tag Team at 8:31

After the match, Wrestling's Best Tag Team and LoD have a small confrontation. LoD then take their leave, looking none-too-happy about it. RVD himself looks annoyed by Shelton and Haas, but nonetheless accepts his win.

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Bullet Club are brought out first, with Taiji and Yujiro being focused on, especially their dominance of Roppongi 3K for the past two weeks. KENTA is also being relegated to ringside duty tonight, which is questioned by Kevin and Chris. Gino accepts it due to his "failures" of late.

Chaos' Japan are brought out next, captained by Kushida who is still limping. David's victory last night over Pete Dunne and subsequent challenge are mentioned with high focus on David's win as an upset.

Special 8-Man Tag Team Match

Chaos' Japan (Kushida, David Finlay, and Roppongi 3K with Rocky Romero) vs. Bullet Club (Guerrillas of Destiny, Taiji Ishimori, and Yujiro Takahashi with Jado and KENTA)

It's another clustermess match. Bullet Club gets ahead via attacking before the bell and cheating, but Kushida is able to bring his team together long enough to get some decent offense in.

The end comes when Kushida and David get GoD out of the ring. In the ring, Rocky steps in in order to do something, but is quickly nailed with a Go 2 Sleep by KENTA, who also pops in. KENTA turns around into a Roppongi 3K, which is more than enough distraction for Yujiro to nail a Miami Shine to Sho and a Taiji to nail a Bloody Cross to Sho. Yujiro gets the pin on Sho from there as GoD keep Kushida (who is nailed with a chair to the leg by Tama when the ref is focused on the cover) and David from breaking it up.

Winners: Bullet Club (Guerrillas of Destiny, Taiji Ishimori, and Yujiro Takahashi with Jado and KENTA) at 6:42

After the match, GoD keep David at bay as Yujiro gets a mic.

Yujiro Takahashi: [Ah...Roppongi 3K...the unsung IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champions.]

It is then that Yujiro and Taiji start laughing.

Yujuro Takahashi: [We just beat you three times now. And tomorrow...we're going to beat you again. So Rocky...tell your young boys that their reign is ending...and Bullet Club...will be the ones to pull the trigger.]

From there, Yujiro tosses the mic down as Taiji grabs Rocky, hitting him with a Bloody Cross. Yujiro ends it with a Pimp Juice onto Rocky before they head to the back. Roppongi 3K and Rocky are helped to the back by Young Lions while Kushida is helped by Finlay.

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Following that we get the intermission and ring sanitation. The trio at the announce desk also go over the card for tomorrow.

G1 Climax Block B

SUN. AUGUST 2. 2020

G1 Climax Block B

Brock Lesnar vs. Rob Van Dam

G1 Climax Block B

Chaos' Japan's David Finlay with Juice Robinson vs. Dragon Lee

G1 Climax Block B

Pete Dunne vs. Cedric Alexander

G1 Climax Block B

Zack Sabre Jr. vs. Bullet Club's KENTA

Special 10-Man Tag Team Match

Special 8-Man Tag Team Match

Los Ingobernables de Japon (Tetsuya Naito, Hiromu Takahashi, EVIL, and Sanada) vs. Curt Hennig, PAC, and The Good Brothers

Special 8-Man Tag Team Match

Ricky Steamboat, Shelton Benjamin, and The Lions' Roar with Charlie Haas vs. The Major Stars and The Colons

Focus is put on the LIJ vs. Team Hennig rematch from last night, as well as KENTA going in alone against Zack Sabre Jr. Taiji and Yujiro also face Roppongi 3K again and Hiroshi and Kota will team up once again. Finally, they mention that this is the first time Lesnar and RVD will face one-on-one in a wrestling ring in 18 years.

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Once the intermission is over with, we go back to ringside. Kimihiko introduces Juice Robinson first. We get a reminder of his losses last week against Jay White and Kota Ibushi.

Ishii is next to be introduced and a reminder of his victories over Jay White and Kota Ibushi last week.

G1 Climax Block A

Chaos' Japan's Tomohiro Ishii vs. Chaos' Japan's Juice Robinson

Juice takes it to Ishii with every strike that Ishii gives. They keep it to the same kind of strike-off and suplex-off that Kota and Ishii tried to give last week. Things end up taking a turn when Juice is sent head first into the turnbuckle post, busting him open.

The end comes when Juice is too out of it to get up from a harsh lariat that Ishii gives.

Winner: Chaos' Japan's Tomohiro Ishii at 9:12

After the match, a visibly disappointed Ishii is joined in the ring by a visibly worried David Finlay. The EMTs check on Juice and use a towel to block the wound until they can get him isolated. Ishii and Finlay help him to the back well.

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Kimihiko introduces Curt Hennig next as the ringside crew once again sanitizes the ring due to the blood from Juice. The trio at the announce desk mention his loss and victory over Naito and PAC respectively last week.

Kota Ibushi is introduced next with the trio bringing up his loss and victory over Ishii and Juice last week.

G1 Climax Block A

Curt Hennig vs. Chaos' Japan's Kota Ibushi

The two spend the majority of the match making sure to keep the opponent down. A turning point comes when Curt slams Kota into the barricade abdomen first. Curt focuses on that for a while until Kota starts to fight back with strikes and kicks. A few German Suplexes later and Kota goes for a Kamigoye. Curt ducks under it into a sunset flip that Kota kicks out of. Kota eventually hits a harsh roundhouse that sends Curt falling into Kota. He hits a Golden Star Powerbomb to Curt who kicks out!

The end comes when Kota goes up top for a Phoenix Splash. Curt joins him, hitting a top rope Perfect-plex. Kota manages to kick out just after the three.

Winner: Curt Hennig at 16:23

After the match, the two confront each other in the ring. They briefly shake hands.

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Jay White is brought out first, accompanied by Gedo. His victory over Juice and loss to Ishii are brought up, as well as his issues with KENTA recently.

Hiroshi Tanahashi is brought out next. His loss to to Naito and victory over PAC are mentioned.

G1 Climax Block A

Chaos' Japan's Hiroshi Tanahashi vs. Bullet Club's Jay White with Gedo

The match is a real back and forth barn burner. Jay uses his evil tactics to punish Hiroshi, who manages to attack Jay's leg at every chance he can get. Things come to a head when Hiroshi goes for a High Fly Flow. Jay gets his knees up mid-move and quickly follows up with a Blade Runner that Hiroshi kicks out of! Kota Ibushi limps out soon after, watching closely as Hiroshi reverses another Blade Runner into a Dragon Screw and then a Texas Cloverleaf.

The end comes when Jay is about to tap, but Gedo gets on the apron and distracts the ref. KENTA comes out from the crowd hits a Go 2 Sleep to Hiroshi. Kota rushes into the ring as Gedo argues with the ref still. Kota beats on KENTA a bit until the latter roundhouses the former. KENTA goes for his Running Knee, but Kota dodges, having it hit Jay. Kota gets KENTA out of the ring before going for a Golden Star Powerbomb to Jay. He low blows him and nails a quick Blade Runner before rolling him out of the ring. Jay and Hiroshi, both exhausted, turn around to face each other, clocking heads mid-turn. Hiroshi hits the mat and Jay just kinda falls on him. Gedo gets down and Red Shoes counts.

Winner: Bullet Club's Jay White with Gedo at 19:51

After the match, Jay and Gedo head to the back with KENTA slugging behind them. They ignore KENTA along the way. In the ring, Kota helps Hiroshi up. Once they are face-to-face, Kota sets Hiroshi against the ropes before leaving to the back. Hiroshi gets to the back on his own.

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PAC is introduced first. He losses to Tanahashi and Hennig last week are brought up, but the focus is more on his recent dominance over Hiromu Takahashi.

Naito is brought out next with mention of his wins over Tanahashi and Hennig.

G1 Climax Block A

Los Ingobernables de Japon's Tetsuya Naito vs. PAC

Another match that sees PAC focus a lot on his opponent's head. Naito is able to stay in this despite the assault being brought to him.

The end comes when PAC goes for a Black Arrow, but Naito moves out of the way. Destino to PAC signals the end the for the Bastard.

Winner: Tetsuya Naito at 12:28

After the match, Naito thanks the fans for coming out and for supporting them.

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NJPW G1 Climax - July 31 to August 2 Aug 1, 2020 23:19:57 GMT -5

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G1 Climax Block B

SUN. AUGUST 2. 2020

Live from Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan

We then go ringside where Kimihiko Ozaki is in the ring.

The Colons are actually introduced first and by themselves. They have their Hawaiian shirts and seem fairly confident. This is mentioned as their second ever match in New Japan following the one from last week.

The Major Stars come out next and there's no confusion this week. John is dressed in a Hawaiian shirt he cut off to make a muscle shirt and he's wearing swim trunks. Matthew is dressed similarly albeit with the sleeves, brandishing an apple, and having a fake afro. No confusing the impression there. Mention is made of their win last night over Team Liger.

Team Ricky comes out next. The trio at the announce desk bring up Ricky's appearances recently and how he seems to be here only so often (to which Gino calls out that he's not as young as he used to be). Shelton's match with Haas against LoD at Destruction is also mentioned.

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Special 8-Man Tag Team Match

Ricky Steamboat, Shelton Benjamin, and The Lions' Roar with Charlie Haas vs. The Major Stars and The Colons

One the Major Stars get their comedy bumps and spots out the way (which include Matthew chewing his apple and getting double dropkicked by Ren and Shota before he can spit it out), the match gets somewhat serious. It's actually Ricky that takes the turning point when Orlando hits a Starstruck to the Dragon, followed by a Wheel Kick by Matthew. From there, the Major Stars and Colons use their respective tag team moves to isolate Ricky.

The end comes when Shelton gets the hot tag and rains down on all four of his opponents. Eventually, Shelton tags in Ren and hits a senton onto John on the outside (when the other three of his teammates moved). Matthew throws Ricky over the barricade before grabbing his apple and spitting into a distracted Ren's face. Charlie pulls Matthew down where the latter hits a Superkick to the former on the outside. Shota suicide dives into Matthew as the Colons hit the Shining Star to Ren for the win.

Winners: The Major Stars and The Colons at 9:13

After the match, Ricky and the Lions' Roar are left in the ring. Shelton and Charlie take a bit before Superkicking and clotheslining Shota and Ren respectively. Ricky confronts them, getting angry for a bit. Shelton steps back to allow Charlie to lock him by the waist. Superkick/German Suplex combo to Ricky. They set up Ricky for the Leapfrog, upon which LoD come out. Wrestling's Best Tag Team escape from the ring as LoD enters. They stare down Shelton and Charlie as Animal gets a mic.

Animal: You two punks confronted us and wanted a match to prove you were worth a damn. You got your wish. And now you're out here trying to make an example of these two young boys, of a legend...like Ricky Steamboat? Well we're not havin it. Pick a partner and meet me, Hawk, and Ricky next week...and we'll see if you can run then...when we're beatin your ass.

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Team Hennig are introduced first with most of the focus going to PAC having two pinfall victories over Hiromu directly.

LIJ are brought out individually and Naito's success in G1 is brought up as well as EVIL and Sanada having to face the Good Brothers once again tonight.

Special 8-Man Tag Team Match

Los Ingobernables de Japon (Tetsuya Naito, Hiromu Takahashi, EVIL, and Sanada) vs. Curt Hennig, PAC, and The Good Brothers

The bulk of the match is Hennig and PAC facing Naito and Hiromu while EVIL/Sanada and Doc/Karl brawl outside of the ring.

The end comes when PAC grabs a chair. Naito tries to grab it, but PAC throws him face first into the barricade. Hennig goes for a Perfect-plex to Hiromu in the ring. PAC throws the chair he had into the ring to distract Marty Asami. He grabs another chair and blasts Hiromu in the back with it. Hennig notices this and lets go. PAC then blasts Hennig in the face with the chair. After ridding the ring of the evidence, PAC drags Curt over and tags himself. One Black Arrow to Hiromu later and PAC's done it again.

Winners: Curt Hennig, PAC, and The Good Brothers at 7:23

After the match, Curt and PAC confront each other in the ring. PAC has the mic, but kicks Curt in the balls before blasting him with it. PAC throws Curt out of the ring before getting Hiromu up, hitting a Tombstone to him. PAC then grabs the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Title and the mic before standing over Hiromu raising the belt up high.

PAC: Three times! I've pinned this chump three times now! Harold Meij, I know you're watching! Am I worthy of this damn strap now? Or do I have to keep proving it to you and New Japan? Give me Hiromu...give me this championship...or I'll keep proving...why they call me...the Bastard!

He tosses the mic into the mat before strapping the championship belt around his waist. He doesn't wait much longer before heading to the back, taking the title with him. When Hiromu notices, he just screams in sadness.

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Bullet Club are brought out first. Heavy emphasis is placed on Yujiro/Taiji and them beating Roppongi 3K three times now, as well as GoD's match against Golden☆Ace at Destruction. Furthermore, it's brought up that Jay has chosen KENTA to be alone tonight, thus why Gedo and Jado are both at ringside.

Chaos' Japan are introduced next and the trio at the announce desk present this as being the first time in a bit that Golden☆Ace are on the same team. They bring up Kota's interference to save Hiroshi last night from Bullet Club. They're about to mention it further when Rocky shows up at ringside, so of course they stop talking about it.

Special 10-Man Tag Team Match

It's a clustermess tag match! Mayhem from both sides as they all pick an opponent and go at odds. Everything comes to a head when It's down to Kota, Hiroshi, and Ishii against Jay and GoD.

The end comes when Hiroshi goes for a High Fly Flow to Jay. However, he moves, sending him into what would have been Kota. However, Kota catches Hiroshi mid-air, rolling through and getting to his feet with Hiroshi in his arms, shaking his head in disappointment. Unfortunately he also turns right into a Gun Stun by Tama with Hiroshi still in his arms. Ishii lariats Tama to the mat, but turns around into a Spear by Roa. Jay hits a Blade Runner to Hiroshi, securing him a pinfall over the Ace for the second time in two nights.

Winners: Bullet Club (Jay White, Guerrillas of Destiny, Taiji Ishimori, and Yujiro Takahashi with Gedo and Jado) at 10:07

After the match, Bullet Club hit the showers, celebrating and unbelievably joyous for their victory tonight. In the ring, Hiroshi and Kota have a look. The latter steps to the former. Hiroshi is apologetic, trying to get his word in, but Kota isn't having it. He shakes his head to every argument Hiroshi is making. Eventually, Kota slaps Hiroshi. Tanahashi immediately gets into Kota's face, the two trading some serious words. Rocky tries to step in, but he is shoved to the mat by Hiroshi and Kota. Roppongi 3K step in and get in their faces. The two tag champs of New Japan go at odds, yelling and shoving each other back and forth. They stop when they see Ishii just leave the ring and head to the back. They notice what's happening, but before Hiroshi can apologize, Kota joins Ishii by just leaving the ring. Roppongi 3K help Rocky to the back with Hiroshi not far behind them.

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We get a brief intermission to sanitize the ring, during which Kevin, Chris, and Gino go over what the hell actually just happened. Kevin tries to keep things impartial and mentions Rocky's nonchalant attitude towards Golden☆Ace's problems as of late. Chris tries to side with Hiroshi because Kota stepped over the line moments ago, but Gino is quick to shut it down and brings up Hiroshi being the one to continually cost them matches as of late, and is at odds with Kota because of Hiroshi's actions. He gets in a jab at Rocky as well because of course.

They all agree that things are not well in Chaos' Japan, with some theories thrown around that Chaos and Taguchi Japan's merger might have been a bad idea given all the ego in the group. Brief mention is also given to Ishii who is in the middle of it all as the only founding member of the group still in New Japan.

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When we're all good to go, Kimihiko introduces Zack first. The trio at the announce desk bring up his victory two nights ago over Dragon Lee, as well as his victory last night over Team Liger. Furthermore, they bring up his assault on both Cedric and Dunne and his challenge to Cedric for Destruction in a 2 Out of 3 Falls Match.

KENTA comes out next with a minor mention towards his losses thus far in the G1 to RVD and Brock Lesnar. However, the focus comes from Jay White's decision for KENTA to come out here alone. Gino mentions that Gedo was disgusted two nights ago in Brock's loss and even moreso in his interference in Jay White's match last night. He was do disgusted that Gedo refused to second him.

G1 Climax Block B

Zack Sabre Jr. vs. Bullet Club's KENTA

The match starts with both men trying to wrestle, but it's not that long until Zack starts to attack KENTA's arm, assaulted and wounded two nights ago by Lesnar. That's really the focus of the match with Zack really hammering into that and bending it in ways that it shouldn't be. Despite this, KENTA refuses to tap out. Eventually, he gets out of the Hurrah! Another Year, reversing it into a Go 2 Sleep that unfortunately sends Zack out of the ring. Despite his limp arm, KENTA hits a diving senton from the apron onto Zack. KENTA continues to fight from there, managing to get some support from the crowd.

The end comes when KENTA goes for another Go 2 Sleep that is unfortunately reversed into a guillotine choke and then another Hurrah! Another Year. KENTA tries to hold on, but can't stop himself from tapping once the injured arm is cranked even harder.

Winner: Zack Sabre Jr. at 14:47

After the match, KENTA is left alone in the ring. He gets on his hands and knees, wary of the injured arm. This doesn't stop him from pitching a fit. He starts tossing various young lions around before grabbing a chair. He enters the ring and slams it around a bit. Red Shoes is eventually taken down with a roundhouse. KENTA then starts to beat on Red Shoes with the chair. It isn't until Shota Umino runs out from the back and takes him down that he stops the assault. Shota tries to get some beatings on KENTA, but he slips out of the ring. EMTs rush in to help Red Shoes as Shota calls KENTA back, who just exits the ringside area still pissed.

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Marty Asami comes in to take Red Shoes' place as referee.

Cedric is introduced first and his loss two nights ago over RVD is brought up. Another mention is given to his assault post-match by Zack Sabre Jr. They tell the audience that Cedric has accepted Zack's challenge and Harold Meij has made it official for Destruction in Beppu. Furthermore, should Zack and Cedric interfere in any capacity in either of their matches beyond any matches beforehand that they have together, than they will both be sent home to the US and UK until travel restrictions are lifted beyond those of essential workers.

Pete is brought out next with the trio at the announce desk bringing up his loss two nights ago to David Finlay. David laid out the challenge and Pete seemingly accepted it. No news yet over when that match might take place, but Pete is already looking ahead to Destruction in Beppu against Hennig.

G1 Climax Block B

Pete Dunne vs. Cedric Alexander

The match is an interesting one. Pete tries to keep Cedric to the mat with various holds but Cedric's athleticism allows him to sneak out of them. Additionally, Cedric's high-flying, hit quick move fast style is slowed down a bit when Pete catches him periodically. It breaks into a brawl real fast when Pete nails a harsh right hand to Cedric that his followed up by a stiff enzuguri that takes Pete's feet out from under him. The two trade shots like this for a while before beginning to brawl outside the ring. One back suplex into the apron by Pete ends that real quick.

From there Pete dominates for a while until they get onto the top rope. Cedric goes for a sunset flip, but Pete moonsaults out of it. Cedric goes for a hurricanrana, but Pete reverses it into a powerbomb into the corner. Cedric gut kicks Pete and goes up top, but Pete meets him mid-way. They brawl up there for a bit until Cedric hits a reverserana to Pete from the top rope.

The end comes when Cedric goes for a Lumbar Check which Pete reverses into a DDT. Pete goes up top, going for something. Cedric joins him and the two brawl once again. Pete gets Cedric and hits a top rope sit-out Falcon's Arrow that knocks Cedric out. Pete doesn't stop and hits a Bitter End to keep Cedric down once and for all.

Winner: Pete Dunne at 22:32

After the match, the two share a hand shake with Cedric bowing to Pete.

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A neutral party in Gino Gambino enters the ring to temporarily cover for Marty as referee.

Dragon Lee comes out first and the temporary duo at the announce desk hammer in that he hasn't won a single match yet.

Kimihiko introduces David Finlay next, accompanied by Juice Robinson. They mention his absolute upset win two nights ago against Dunne.

G1 Climax Block B

Chaos' Japan's David Finlay with Juice Robinson vs. Dragon Lee

The match is quick and sudden with both men trading shots and reversals for a bit. It ends when Dragon hits a hurricanrana to the outside. Dragon then hits a springboard twisting asai moonsault onto David. Dragon gets the better of most of the match until he catches a Superkick mid-air of a springboard.

The match ends when David goes for a Prima Nocta, which Dragon shoves him away from. David goes for a Superkick, but Dragon catches it. He tosses the foot away and hits a Dragon Suplex. He rolls back through and hits another one. On a one count, he rolls back through again and hits a Desnucadora to pick up his first win in the GWA era of NJPW.

Winner: Dragon Lee at 11:57

After the match, David offers Dragon his hand. Dragon nods his head and accepts it. the two trade a few words before Dragon raises David's arm in respect.

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Marty comes back out once more to cover for Red Shoes. Gino returns to the announce table.

RVD comes out first and the trio at the announce desk mention his victories over Cedric and KENTA in the G1. They also bring up his assault by Zack and how RVD is looking for revenge next week.

Kimihiko introduces Lesnar next and they bring up his dominance thus far over KENTA and David Finlay. They also talk about how this is the first time in 18 years that these two men will meet in the ring with each other. The last time they did RVD got the victory, albeit by disqualification.

G1 Climax Block B

Brock Lesnar vs. Rob Van Dam

The match is a lot of RVD hitting Brock and escaping. It lasts a good while with RVD even getting Brock down long enough for a Five Star Frog Splash that Brock sits up at a one! With RVD still in his arms, Brock starts slamming RVD and throwing him all about. After two German Suplexes, Brock sets RVD up for a Verdict which is reversed into a DDT. RVD once again goes for a Five Star Frog Splash. This time, Brock meets him up and hit a top rope powerslam that knocks the air out of RVD.

The end comes soon after when Brock gets RVD up on his shoulder right after hitting the move. He turns that into a fireman's carry and nails a Verdict to signal the end.

Winner: Brock Lesnar at 9:06

After the match, Brock gets RVD out of the ring before grabbing a camera. He yells into it, telling Naito that he's coming for him. He then throws the camera to the ground, effectively destroying it.

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NJPW G1 Climax - July 31 to August 2 Aug 10, 2020 15:28:45 GMT -5

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Post by King on Aug 10, 2020 15:28:45 GMT -5

I will say this The amount of detail put into these shows is tremendous. Some very exciting matches

Brock/RVD, Dunne/Alexander, Hennig/Kota

So many 4 star plus matches man. I would love to see these matches in real life but I am happy to see them here.

Very excited to see what happens and who is going to win The G1. I have my money on Brock but I mean anything can happen.

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NJPW G1 Climax - July 31 to August 2 Aug 14, 2020 13:36:38 GMT -5

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Post by cauchi on Aug 14, 2020 13:36:38 GMT -5

Show #1:

I liked ZSJ costing Cederic the match before attacking him and laying down the challenge for a 2/3 falls match, that will be a fun read.

Big win for Finaly over Pete Dunne, which would mean a title shot would be on the horizon, although it seems that may no longer be the case with Dunne now property of AEW.

If you're looking to slowly turn KENTA face, you certainly chose the a long and painful path to do it. Losing twice in the same night, with the second match being at the hands of Brock Lesnar is a sure fire way to kill a man's heat. I had some trouble believeing a guy like KENTA would even manage to get Lesnar up for a GTS in the first place, but if he was able to withstand that onslaught during the match, anything is possible I guess lol.

Really curious to see where This Organization storyline goes as they've clearly selected their targets, moving on from the sensless attacks in their early days to now focusing on a main group of opponents which sees them used less throught the show (which isn't a bad things as I flt they were slightly overused in the beginning).

Show #2:

Big wins for ZSJ and Major Stars here who upset Team Liger, though they owe an assist to The Organization.

Another loss for LOD, sigh when does it end lol.

Bullet Club looking strong here tonight, and really piling up the momentum as they look to dethrone Roppongi 3K down the road.

Not a great night for Chaos, first losing to Bullet Club and seeing Rocky get an ass kicking, only to then have Juice Robinson get hurt pretty badly in a G1 match against one of his own team mates in Iishi.

I would have had White and Tanahahi go on last as for prefrence, but Naito ending the show does make sense considering he is the Champ-Champ. I'd like to point out that although KENTA finally manages to finally pull off not 1, but 2 GTS this week, not selling his arm after what happened with Lesnar really let me down. Kushida is still selling his leg and it's been almost a month, but KENTA is just fine after Lesnar almost dislocated his arm? Continuity on that part is very important.

Show #3:

Solid opening match with and ending that I did not see coming. Hard to take Haas and Benjamin or LOD seriously at this point with the amount of loses they've piled up so far though, so unless the 3rd partner is someone big, Ricky Steamboat is the only thing that will make that match interesting for me.

I liked the tag match following, but again a continuity issue here really killed it for me. If PAC has knocked Hennig out with a chair shot, why would the two of them be arguing over it following the match, shouldn't Hennig be out still?

I'm happy you noticed your own mistake and had KENTA sell the arm in his match with ZSJ, but other than a quick mention of it during KENTA's fit, it looks like you had forgotten about it again. Also negative points for beating up Red Shoes as the man is a damn legend both in NJPW and RoH lol.

Dragon Lee picked up a very surprising victory over David Lee, who has now gone from an upset win over IWGP US Champion, Pete Dunne, to being Dragon Lee's first win in NJPW. Between this and the explosion during the tag match, not a good week to be a member or a fan of Chaos Japan this week.

Loved the ending, and Brock vs. RVD is a killer match as RVD can really work with anyone. It's going to take a real powerhouse to beat Lesnar, and unless it's someone like Tanahashi getting lucky, I think his only real challege is Iishi right now.

Overall, it was a great week, with some continuity issues previosuly stated that hurt the 3rd show a little, but other than that you've continued to put on very entertaining matches. Hopefully some of these slow builds do start to pay off though, as you've teased a lot of tensions and issues recently that haven't really been paid off at all yet.

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NJPW G1 Climax - July 31 to August 2 Aug 14, 2020 14:12:16 GMT -5 via mobile

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Post by Josh Spicer on Aug 14, 2020 14:12:16 GMT -5

Shit you right. Completely forgot KENTA's arm. Goes to show what those few hours would do between writings.

The problem with this build is that I have to work so many shows until Destruction where things will come ahead. It sucks but it's the cards I were dealt.

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