26: NJPW, OVW and Ladies.

🎙️ ESPN‑Desk Intro

Ed: “Fans, the wrestling world didn’t take a breath this week — Japan delivered tournament warfare, America delivered gritty developmental chaos, and every promotion came out swinging!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most dynamic interval — championships contested, careers redirected, and narratives advancing with notable urgency.”

🇯🇵 NEW JAPAN PRO WRESTLING (NJPW)

NJPW entered the G1 Climax 36 stretch with major tournament matches, a historic retirement event, and a shocking title change.

🟩 G1 Climax 36 — Night 1 (July 11, 2026)

Full Tournament Results

Aaron Wolf [2] def. HENARE [0]
Jake Lee [2] def. Shingo Takagi [0]
OSKAR [2] def. Ren Narita [0]
Yuto‑Ice [2] def. Great‑O‑Khan [0]
Zack Sabre Jr. [2] def. Shota Umino [0]
Hirooki Goto [2] def. SANADA [0]
Callum Newman [2] def. Yuya Uemura [0]
Ryohei Oiwa [2] def. Boltin Oleg [0]
Yota Tsuji [2] def. Konosuke Takeshita [0] (Main Event)

Highlights

Ed: “Tsuji fought like a man carving his name into stone — every Gene Blaster landed like a thunderclap!”

Gordon: “A most authoritative opening — champion’s momentum firmly established.”

🇺🇸 OHIO VALLEY WRESTLING (OVW)

OVW delivered a classic Davis Arena TV episode with fast matches, disqualifications, and a four‑way main event.

🟩 OVW Rise TV #1404 — July 9, 2026

Full Match Results

J‑Rod def. Rae Larson
Only Bros def. Tony Gunn & Adam Revolver (DQ)
Jay Deniro def. Big Zo
Tommy Boy def. Meto (DQ)
OVW Media Title: Drew Hernández (c) def. Meto
Lovely Miss Larkan def. Joiya Blake
Kal Herro def. Mario Pardua
#1 Contender 4‑Way: Stephen Steel def. Ashton Adonis, Austin Ryker & Colby Carter

Highlights

Ed: “OVW’s ring was a pressure cooker — quick matches, sharp elbows, and tempers hotter than July asphalt!”

Gordon: “A most spirited showcase — developmental urgency fueling every contest.”

⭐ NEWS & RUMORS

NJPW

Gabe Kidd’s disrespect toward Tanahashi dominated headlines.
G1 Climax 36 opening night praised for intensity and pacing.

OVW

Stephen Steel’s win positions him as the next Media Title challenger.

Ed: “Japan gave us shockwaves, Louisville gave us grit — wrestling’s heartbeat was pounding this week!”

Gordon: “A most multifaceted panorama — global and regional scenes thriving simultaneously.”

💜 Spotlight: Cassie Lee

Peyton Royce’s 2026 Status

Credit: hoodmwr.com

Full Name	Cassie Lee
Birth Name	Cassandra McIntosh
Born	November 10, 1992
Birthplace	Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Spouse	Shawn Spears

Cassandra McIntosh was born on November 10, 1992 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. In 2009, She debuted wrestling at Pro Wrestling Women’s Alliance (PWWA) as KC Cassidy and competed on the independent circuit with multiple promotions for several years. She became a one-time PWA Women’s Champion and won the Vera and Jenny Memorial Cup in support of breast cancer.

Recent reports confirm that Peyton Royce (Cassie Lee) and Billie Kay (Jessica McKay) — The IInspiration — officially signed with AEW after debuting at a House Rules event in Brisbane. Have been seen on Ring of Honor most recently.

They previously:

Trained with Lance Storm
Debuted in mixed tag team with Robbie Eagles
Cassidy made two appearances for the American all-female promotion Shimmer Women Athletes as Bambi Hall’s tag team partner. She was originally the scheduled opponent for Su Yung at a Shine Wrestling event in Ybor City, Florida, but instead became the replacement opponent for Rhia O’Reilly. She also appeared for promotions Pro Wrestling Alliance Australia, New Horizons Pro Wrestling, Melbourne City Wrestling and Riot City Wrestling.
Reinvented themselves in TNA as The IInspiration
Returned to Australia for their AEW debut in 2026

Highlights

2x Knockouts Tag Team Champion

Prairie Wrestling Alliance Women’s Champion

Tokyo Joshi Princess Tag Team Champion

World Series Wrestling Women’s Champion

WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion

Ed: “Cassie Lee stepped back into the spotlight like she never left — polished, confident, and ready to shake up the division!”

Gordon: “A most notable resurgence — experience and charisma poised to influence AEW’s trajectory.”

🎙️ Desk Outro

Ed: “From G1 fireworks to OVW’s gritty grind and Cassie Lee’s resurgence, this week proved wrestling’s global engine is roaring louder than ever!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most comprehensive chronicle — tournaments advancing, careers evolving, and momentum surging across continents.”

Around the World of Pro Wrestling 6/16/26: NJPW, OVW and Madison Rayne

🎙️ NJPW & OVW WEEK IN REVIEW

Presented by Ed & Gordon.

🟦 DESK INTRO

Ed: “Fans, the action from Japan to Louisville didn’t just pick up — it roared to life! New Japan kept the summer rolling with tournament drama and championship momentum, while OVW turned their weekly shows into a battleground of ambition!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most consequential week — rivalries intensified, opportunities emerged, and several competitors made statements that will echo well beyond this blog.”

🟥 NEW JAPAN PRO WRESTLING (NJPW)

⭐ Dominion 6.14 in Osaka‑jo Hall — June 14, 2026

Osaka‑jo Hall, Osaka, Japan — a night of seismic title changes and statement victories.

🟦 FULL MATCH RESULTS & HIGHLIGHTS

NJPW World Television Championship

Konosuke Takeshita (c) def. SANADA — 8:24 A blistering sprint with SANADA pushing the pace early, but Takeshita’s explosive power sealed the deal.

Ed: “Takeshita hit that final burst like a man shot out of a cannon — SANADA never saw the landing coming!”

No Disqualification Match

Jake Lee def. El Phantasmo — 9:40 (Referee’s Decision) A chaotic, weapon‑heavy brawl. ELP refused to stay down, but Lee’s relentless assault forced the stoppage.

Gordon: “A most punishing encounter — and the referee’s intervention was not only justified, but necessary.”

Tag Team Match

Taichi & Yuya Uemura def. TMDK (Ryohei Oiwa & Zack Sabre Jr.) — 13:15 A technical showcase with Taichi’s striking and Uemura’s fire overcoming ZSJ’s grappling mastery.

Singles Match

El Desperado def. Mistico — 9:33 A clash of styles — Mistico’s aerial brilliance vs. Desperado’s gritty, grounded offense. Desperado caught him clean.

Ed: “Desperado wrestled like a man who knew exactly where the trapdoor was — and he sprung it at the perfect moment!”

NEVER Openweight Championship

Aaron Wolf def. Ren Narita (c) — 9:24 — TITLE CHANGE Narita’s House of Torture backup couldn’t save him. Wolf bulldozed through interference and claimed the gold.

Gordon: “A most decisive victory — Wolf demonstrated both power and composure under considerable duress.”

IWGP Tag Team Championship

United Empire (Great‑O‑Khan & HENARE) def. Knockout Brothers (OSKAR & Yuto‑Ice) (c) — 21:30 — TITLE CHANGE A war of attrition. The champions fought valiantly, but UE’s size, experience, and brutality proved too much.

IWGP Global Heavyweight Championship — Three‑Way Match

Shota Umino def. Andrade El Idolo (c) & Drilla Moloney — 16:20 — TITLE CHANGE A breakout moment for Umino. Andrade controlled early, Moloney stole momentum late, but Umino struck at the perfect time.

Ed: “Umino picked his shot like a sniper — one clean hit, and suddenly the whole building was on its feet!”

IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship

YOH def. DOUKI (c) — 17:57 — TITLE CHANGE A dramatic, emotional battle. SHO’s presence couldn’t tilt the scales — YOH fought through everything to reclaim the title.

IWGP Heavyweight Championship — Main Event

Yota Tsuji def. Callum Newman (c) — 24:32 — TITLE CHANGE A dramatic, faction‑heavy showdown. Newman’s United Empire entourage tried to tilt the match, but Tsuji — backed by Shingo Takagi — powered through and captured the top prize.

Gordon: “A most defining performance. Tsuji displayed championship poise, absorbing interference, pressure, and momentum swings with remarkable resilience.”

🟦 NJPW NEWS & RUMORS (POST‑DOMINION WEEK)

Massive title reset: Dominion saw five championships change hands — signaling a major summer shift.
Tsuji’s reign begins: Early speculation suggests Shingo, SANADA, and possibly Ospreay (if available) as future challengers.
Umino’s Global Title win: NJPW reportedly sees him as a long‑term pillar.
United Empire fractures? Newman’s loss and UE’s chaotic involvement hint at internal tension.
Junior division revitalized: YOH’s win is expected to spark a new wave of challengers.

Ed: “Dominion didn’t just shake the tree — it ripped the whole thing out of the ground!”

🟧 OHIO VALLEY WRESTLING (OVW)

⭐ Overdrive #190 — June 9, 2026

Davis Arena — Louisville, Kentucky A tight, energetic episode with rising stars making noise and divisions shifting heading into the summer stretch.

🟦 FULL MATCH RESULTS & HIGHLIGHTS

The Trifecta (Jake Lawless & Jake Painter) def. Z Force (Kid Colossus & Super Z) w/ Percival Goodington XIII

A fast, physical opener. Z Force used their size and flash early, but The Trifecta’s chemistry and opportunistic timing turned the tide. Lawless & Painter hit a slick tandem finish to secure the win.

Ed: “The Trifecta wrestled like a pair of men who already had the blueprint — and Z Force walked right into the construction zone!”

Gordon: “A most coordinated effort. Their precision in the closing moments was particularly noteworthy.”

Noelle def. Joiya Blake

A strong showing for Noelle, who controlled the pace with confidence and ring awareness. Joiya fired back with bursts of athleticism, but Noelle’s composure carried her through to a clean victory.

Ed: “Noelle looked sharp — every move had purpose, and she never once let the moment get away from her!”

Austin Ryker def. Mario Pardua

Ryker came in with intensity and didn’t waste a second. Pardua tried to slow things down, but Ryker’s power game overwhelmed him. A decisive win that puts Ryker right back into the conversation in the mid‑card mix.

Gordon: “A most authoritative performance. Ryker dictated the terms from bell to bell.”

🟦 OVW NEWS & RUMORS

The Trifecta’s win reportedly positions them for a future tag contender’s bout.
Noelle’s momentum has the women’s division buzzing — insiders expect a high‑profile matchup soon.
Ryker’s resurgence is being watched closely by OVW officials, who see him as a potential breakout act this summer.
OVW Live Events continue to draw strong regional crowds, with more dates rumored for July.

Ed: “OVW’s roster is moving like a river after a storm — fast, unpredictable, and full of new currents!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most intriguing period for the promotion as several athletes appear poised for upward movement.”

🟪 FEATURE SECTION — MADISON RAYNE

Madison Rayne — “The Queen Bee” A multi‑time champion, veteran trainer, and cornerstone of women’s wrestling across TNA, ROH, and AEW.

⭐ Where She Stands in 2026

Recently active in coaching and producing roles.
Continues to make guest appearances at independent events.
Frequently cited as a locker‑room leader and mentor to rising women’s talent.
Her influence remains strong in both character development and in‑ring psychology across the industry.

Ed: “Madison Rayne didn’t just break barriers — she walked right through them and held the door open for the next generation!”

Gordon: “A most accomplished competitor, whose contributions extend far beyond her championship accolades.”

🟦 DESK OUTRO

Ed: “Fans, from the cerulean blue of New Japan to the bright lights of Louisville, this week delivered everything — intensity, drama, and the promise of even bigger battles ahead!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most compelling week across both promotions — and the developments to come should prove equally captivating.”

Around the World of Pro Wrestling 5/18/26: ROH, Stardom, wXw, NOAH and AJPW.

Desk intro

Ed: “Fans, from HonorClub to Tokyo, Oberhausen, and beyond, the wrestling world has been hotter than a depot stove this past week! Ring of Honor, Stardom, wXw, NOAH, and All Japan are all pushing hard into the middle of 2026—titles on the line, factions clashing, and careers being made!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most international field—each promotion advancing its narratives in distinct yet equally compelling fashion.”

Ring of Honor (ROH)

RESULTS

(16.05.2026) ROH on HonorClub Taping – Event @ Wicomico Youth And Civic Center in Salisbury, Maryland, USA
Action Andretti defeats QT Marshall
Rush defeats Ryan O’Neill
Lio Rush defeats Aaron Solo
ROH World Six Man Tag Team Title Proving Ground: Dalton Castle & The Outrunners (Truth Magnum & Turbo Floyd) [c] defeat 4Play (Chulo Montana, Danny Grandview & Ykies)
Deonna Purrazzo defeats Janai Kai
Alec Price & Jordan Oliver defeat The Premier Athletes (Ariya Daivari & Tony Nese) (w/Mark Sterling & Stori Denali)
Hyan & Maya World defeat Allie Katch & Kaia McKenna
Mina Shirakawa & Queen Aminata defeat MIT (Billie Starkz & Diamante) by DQ
ROH World Television Title: AR Fox (c) defeats Shane Taylor

(15.05.2026) ROH Supercard Of Honor 2026 – Zero Hour – Online Stream @ Wicomico Youth And Civic Center in Salisbury, Maryland, USA
Sammy Guevara defeats Action Andretti (11:29)
Rush defeats LSG (0:42)
Mina Shirakawa & Queen Aminata defeat Janai Kai & Lacey Lane (7:41)
The Rascalz (Dezmond Xavier & Myron Reed) (w/Zachary Wentz) defeat The Premier Athletes (Ariya Daivari & Tony Nese) (w/Mark Sterling & Stori Denali) (11:23)

(15.05.2026) ROH Supercard Of Honor 2026 – Online Stream @ Wicomico Youth And Civic Center in Salisbury, Maryland, USA
Pure Rules: Nigel McGuinness defeats Josh Woods (14:53)
ROH Women’s World Television Title: Red Velvet (c) defeats Viva Van (11:19)
ROH World Television Title: AR Fox (c) defeats Lio Rush (15:41)
ROH Women’s Pure Title: Deonna Purrazzo (c) defeats Diamante (13:01)
ROH Pure Title: Lee Moriarty (c) defeats Ace Austin (16:06)
ROH World Six Man Tag Team Title: Dalton Castle & The Outrunners (Truth Magnum & Turbo Floyd) defeat Shane Taylor Promotions (Carlie Bravo, Shane Taylor & Shawn Dean) (w/Anthony Ogogo & Christyan XO) (17:46) – TITLE CHANGE !!!
AEW National Title: Mark Davis (c) defeats Xelhua (14:14)
ROH World Title: Bandido (c) defeats Blake Christian (w/Jay Lethal & Lee Johnson) (26:06)
ROH Women’s World Title Survival Of The Fittest 2026 Final Six Way Elimination: Athena (c) defeats Billie Starkz and Maya World and Trish Adora and Yuka Sakazaki and Zayda Steel (w/Christopher Daniels) (26:12)

Ed: “Fans, ROH is still that work‑rate engine—Pure rules, trios chaos, and champions being tested every week on HonorClub!”

Gordon: “A most competitive environment, with Supercard of Honor serving as the central milestone for this period.”

World Wonder Ring Stardom

RESULTS

(17.05.2026) Stardom – Online Stream @ Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan
God’s Eye (Syuri & Tomoka Inaba) defeat Aya Sakura & Kiyoka Kotatsu (9:02)
Three Way: Rian defeats Matoi Hamabe and Waka Tsukiyama (8:23)
Ema Maishima & God’s Eye (Ami Sourei, Hina & Lady C) defeat High Hai Mate (HANAKO & Maika) & Mi Vida Loca (Akira Kurogane & Suzu Suzuki) (10:44)
Cosmic ANgels (Natsupoi & Saori Anou), Fuwa-chan & Starlight Kid defeat HATE (Azusa Inaba, Natsuko Tora, Ruaka & Saya Kamitani) (10:57)
High Speed Title: Yuna Mizumori (c) defeats Xena (13:04)
Artist Of Stardom Title: HATE (Fukigen Death, Konami & Rina) (c) defeat STARS (Hanan, Momo Kohgo & Saya Iida) (20:09)
Neo Genesis (AZM & Miyu Amasaki), Ranna Yagami & Sayaka Kurara defeat FWC (Hazuki & Koguma), Kikyo Furusawa & Maki Ito (12:58)

(16.05.2026) Stardom – Event @ G Messe Gunma in Takasaki, Gunma, Japan
HATE (Konami, Rina & Saya Kamitani) defeat STARS (Hanan, Momo Kohgo & Saya Iida) (10:45)
Three Way: Ami Sourei defeats Ema Maishima and Waka Tsukiyama (7:36)
FWC (Hazuki & Koguma) & Xena defeat Neo Genesis (AZM & Miyu Amasaki) & Yuna Mizumori (6:42)
God’s Eye (Hina, Kiyoka Kotatsu & Lady C) defeat Cosmic Angels (Aya Sakura & Natsupoi) & Matoi Hamabe (10:43)
Four Way Tag Team: High Hai Mate (HANAKO & Maika) defeat HATE (Natsuko Tora & Ruaka) and Mi Vida Loca (Akira Kurogane & Suzu Suzuki) and Rian & Starlight Kid (10:05)
Ranna Yagami & Sayaka Kurara defeat Kikyo Furusawa & Maki Ito (14:09)

Ed: “Fans, Stardom keeps rolling out high‑octane, high‑impact women’s wrestling—champions tested, factions clashing, and tournaments shaping the year!”

Gordon: “A most intricate tapestry of rivalries, with each unit vying for supremacy across multiple divisions.”

Westside Xtreme Wrestling (wXw)

RESULTS

(16.05.2026) wXw True Colors 2026 – Online Stream @ Markthalle in Hamburg, Deutschland
Pre-Show: Jane Nero defeats Diana Strong
Katsuya Murashima defeats Rambo (7:28)
CSI (Luca de Leone & Nordino) defeat 10 10 Next Level (Aleksander Bellamy & Alex Duke) (7:59)
wXw Shotgun Title: Axel Tischer (c) vs. Dennis Dullnig – Time Limit Draw (15:00)
Ahura defeats Aytac Bahar (5:53)
wXw World Tag Team Title: Planet Gojirah (Marc Empire & Robert Dreissker) (c) defeat Quick And Dirty (Hugo Brand & Niklas Bock) (13:54)
Laurance Roman & Zoltan defeat Elijah Blum & Nick Schreier (20:05)
Yota Tsuji defeats Peter Tihanyi (28:37)

Ed: “Fans, wXw is that European pressure cooker—tight buildings, loud crowds, and big stakes every time out!”

Gordon: “A most intimate yet intense environment, where each episode advances the broader narrative.”

Pro Wrestling NOAH

RESULTS

(18.05.2026) NOAH Monday Magic Inside Out Season #1 – Online Stream @ Shinjuku FACE in Tokyo, Japan
The Great Sakuya defeats Miko Alana (7:37)
Hikaru Sato & Manabu Soya vs. Ikuto Hidaka & Masato Tanaka – Double Count Out (10:40)
Daiki Odashima defeats Jiro Shinbashi (6:35)
Four Way: Eita defeats HAYATA and Kid Lykos II and Shuji Kondo (7:03)
Senka Akatsuki & Takumi Iroha defeat Mai Sakurai & Yuuka Yamazaki (12:39)
8 Man Magic Rumble: Alejandro defeats Alan Angels and Archie Cole and Iker Navarro and Reece Alexios and Rich Port Ayala and Super Crazy (22:00)
Kaito Kiyomiya vs. Titus Alexander – Time Limit Draw (20:00)

(17.05.2026) NOAH Lethal Odyssey Tour 2026 – Online Stream @ Lives NAGOYA in Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
RYUSEI defeats Hiroto Tsuruya (5:46)
Katsumi Inahata & White Raven Squad (HAYATA, KENTA & Tetsuya Endo) defeat Black Menso-re, Hi69 & Lykos Gym (Kid Lykos & Kid Lykos II) (7:34)
Team 2000X (Kai Fujimura, OZAWA & Takashi Sugiura) defeat AMAKUSA, Midori Takahashi & Mohammed Yone (7:41)
Atsushi Kotoge & Harutoki defeat Yuki Iino & Yuto Koyanagi (8:55)
Los Tranquilos de Japon (BUSHI & Tetsuya Naito) defeat Team 2000X (Jun Masaoka & Masa Kitamiya) (6:54)
Eita defeats Alejandro (9:22)
Kenoh, Manabu Soya & Shuji Kondo defeat Daiki Odashima, Kaito Kiyomiya & Yoshiki Inamura (12:20)
GHC National Title: Naomichi Marufuji (c) defeats Tadasuke (16:02)

(16.05.2026) NOAH Lethal Odyssey Tour 2026 – Online Stream @ Yamanashi Kose Sports Park Gymnasium Sub Arena in Kofu, Yamanashi, Japan
AMAKUSA defeats Midori Takahashi (8:12)
Atsushi Kotoge defeats Black Menso-re (6:49)
Team 2000X (Jun Masaoka, Kai Fujimura, Masa Kitamiya, OZAWA & Takashi Sugiura) defeat Daiki Odashima, Eita, Hi69 & White Raven Squad (HAYATA & Tetsuya Endo) (10:08)
Tadasuke defeats Yuto Koyanagi (6:33)
All Rebellion (Alejandro, Harutoki & Kaito Kiyomiya) defeat Lykos Gym (Kid Lykos & Kid Lykos II) & Kenoh (12:23)
Hiroto Tsuruya, Katsumi Inahata & KENTA defeat Los Tranquilos de Japon (BUSHI, RYUSEI & Tetsuya Naito) (10:00)
Passionate RATEL’S (Manabu Soya & Yuki Iino) & Yoshiki Inamura defeat Mohammed Yone, Naomichi Marufuji & Tsugutaka Sato (16:17)

(13.05.2026) NOAH Legacy Rise 2026 – Online Stream @ Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan
RYUSEI defeats Hiroto Tsuruya (6:31)
Passionate RATEL’S (Manabu Soya & Yuki Iino) defeat Eita & Shuji Kondo (4:07)
Three Way Nine Man Tag Team: All Rebellion (Harutoki & Kaito Kiyomiya) & Yuto Koyanagi defeat Lykos Gym (Kid Lykos & Kid Lykos II) & Midori Takahashi and White Raven Squad (HAYATA & Tetsuya Endo) & Katsumi Inahata (7:38)
Los Tranquilos de Japon (BUSHI & Tetsuya Naito) defeat AMAKUSA & Black Menso-re (6:22)
Team 2000X (Jun Masaoka, Kai Fujimura, Masa Kitamiya, Tadasuke & Takashi Sugiura) defeat Atsushi Kotoge, Daiki Odashima, Hi69, Kazuyuki Fujita & Mohammed Yone (6:24)
Kenoh & Tiger Mask defeat Alejandro & Naomichi Marufuji (12:12)
OZAWA defeats Yoshiki Inamura (13:31)
GHC Heavyweight Title: Shane Haste (c) defeats KENTA (28:39)

Ed: “Fans, NOAH remains a hard‑hitting storm—those forearms and kicks echo all the way to the cheap seats!”

Gordon: “A most physical style, with championships serving as both prize and proving ground.”

All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW)

RESULTS

(17.05.2026) AJPW Champion Carnival 2026 – Tag 10 – Online Stream @ EBARA WAVE Arena Ota in Tokyo, Japan
Champion Carnival 2026 Semi Final: Go Shiozaki defeats Madoka Kikuta (18:18)
Champion Carnival 2026 Semi Final: Hideki Suzuki defeats Rei Saito (1:09)
HAVOC (Oddyssey, Shotaro Ashino & Xyon) defeat Hokuto-gun (Aizawa NO. 1, Hokuto Omori & Takashi) (11:10)
Yuma Aoyagi defeats Yasutaka Yano (12:24)
Titans Of Calamity (Ren Ayabe & Talos) & Shota Kofuji defeat Saito Brothers (Jun Saito, Naruki Doi & Senor Saito) (11:35)
Kento Miyahara, Kuma Arashi, Ryuki Honda & Yuma Anzai defeat Daisuke Sekimoto, Hikaru Sato, Kengo Mashimo & Suwama (16:21)
Atsuki Aoyagi, Dan Tamura & Rising HAYATO defeat MUSASHI, Ryo Inoue & Seiki Yoshioka (14:31)
Champion Carnival 2026 Final: Hideki Suzuki defeats Go Shiozaki (24:15)

Ed: “Fans, All Japan keeps that classic King’s Road spirit alive—big strikes, big suplexes, and even bigger heart!”

Gordon: “A most tradition‑rich promotion, where every title match carries historical weight.”

Desk outro

Ed: “ROH just rolled through Supercard of Honor, Stardom’s factions are still at war, wXw’s European cauldron is boiling, NOAH’s strikes are landing heavy, and All Japan’s King’s Road is as unforgiving as ever!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most global landscape. As more detailed results surface, the picture of this week’s action will sharpen—but the direction is already clear. And with that… so long from the wrestling world.”

Around the World of Pro Wrestling (5/12/26): NJPW and OVW

🎙️ Rundown — NJPW & OVW

Presented by Ed & Gordon.

🟦 DESK INTRO

Ed: “Fans, the action from Japan to Louisville has been hotter than a depot stove this past week! New Japan rolled through Wrestling Dontaku and into the Road to Dominion, while OVW kept the Davis Arena rocking with Rise and Overdrive!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most eventful week — championships defended, young talent showcased, and rivalries escalating across both promotions.”

🟥 NEW JAPAN PRO WRESTLING (NJPW)

Ignition to Dominion (May 5)

Credit: cagematch.net

Ed: “Fans, Ignition To Dominion delivered a full slate of action — and a main event that had the whole building buzzing!”

FULL MATCH RESULTS — MAY 5

(06.05.2026) NJPW New Japan Road In Karatsu 2026 ~ Ignition To Dominion – Online Stream @ Karatsu City Cultural Gymnasium in Karatsu, Saga, Japan
House Of Torture (SHO & Yoshinobu Kanemaru) defeat Ryusuke Taguchi & Taisei Nakahara (8:47)
Master Wato, Toru Yano & YOH defeat Goto Revolutionary Army (Hirooki Goto, Tatsuya Matsumoto & YOSHI-HASHI) (7:15)
El Desperado & Taichi defeat Shota Umino & Tomoaki Honma (11:26)
TMDK (Kosei Fujita & Ryohei Oiwa) defeat Masatora Yasuda & Yuya Uemura (10:34)
Aaron Wolf, Oleg Boltin & Tiger Mask defeat House Of Torture (Dick Togo, Ren Narita & Yujiro Takahashi) (8:40)
United Empire (Francesco Akira, Great-O-Khan, HENARE, Jakob Austin Young & Zane Jay) defeat Unbound Co. (Daiki Nagai, Gedo, OSKAR, Taiji Ishimori & Yuto-Ice) (13:56)
Unbound Co. (Shingo Takagi & Yota Tsuji) defeat United Empire (Callum Newman & Jake Lee) (18:56)

🟧 NJPW NEWS & NOTES (May 6–12)

All items sourced from NJPW’s official news feed.

Robbie X interviewed ahead of BOSJ33 (May 12). “Robbie X on What a Tournament Win Would Mean for Him and a Title Shot Against DOUKI”
“Well, like I said, you’re never just facing DOUKI right now, it’s always the HOUSE OF TORTURE. The plan was to beat him in the group stages, but now he’s sneaked out of that. He always has a plan and a way to avoid losing that championship, but I have Unbound Co. as well, and it’s not just me that wants to see an end to HOUSE OF TORTURE in control of that title.”
“Best of the Super Juniors 33 Night 1 kicks off on Thursday, May 14. The event will be held at Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan. It will stream live on NJPW World.” Credit: 411mania
Hiroyoshi Tenzan announces retirement (May 11). “Hiroyoshi Tenzan, a legendary figure in New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), announced his retirement from professional wrestling on August 15, 2026. His last match will take place at Ryogoku Sumo Hall during the G1 Climax 36 semifinals. Tenzan, a four-time IWGP Heavyweight Champion and 12-time IWGP Tag Team Champion, expressed his gratitude for the support he received throughout his 35-year career. Despite his retirement, Tenzan will continue to be active with NJPW behind the scenes.”
BOSJ33 officially underway with previews and roster confirmations. “The 2026 NJPW Best of the Super Juniors tournament runs from May 14 to June 7, featuring 20 top junior heavyweights in a two-block round-robin format, with the winner earning a shot at the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship.
Tournament Overview
The 33rd annual Best of the Super Juniors (BOSJ) begins on May 14 at Korakuen Hall and concludes on June 7 in Ota. The tournament is split into two blocks of 10 wrestlers each, with competitors facing every opponent in their block. The wrestler with the most points in each block advances to the final, where the winner typically earns a shot at the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship at Dominion wrestlingmoments.com.
Notable Participants and Storylines
Kosei Fujita: Last year’s winner and the youngest ever BOSJ champion, aiming to go back-to-back and capture the IWGP Junior Heavyweight title njpw1972.com.
Master Wato: 2023 winner returning after missing last year due to injury, seeking his second BOSJ trophy and a title opportunity against DOUKI njpw1972.com.
DOUKI: Current IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion, self-proclaimed “junior god,” who has declared a boycott of the tournament, adding tension to the competition njpw1972.com.
Ryusuke Taguchi: 2012 BOSJ winner, returning for his second consecutive tournament njpw1972.com.
Daiki Nagai: Making his debut entry, challenging the status quo and promising to deliver exciting matches for the fans njpw1972.com.
The tournament also features cross-promotional guests alongside regular NJPW talent, ensuring a diverse and competitive field eWrestlingNews.com.
Format and Significance
BOSJ is renowned for its round-robin format, which rewards consistency and technical skill over a single lucky victory. Matches are spread across NJPW’s May tour schedule, running concurrently with heavyweight events. The tournament is considered the defining accolade in the junior heavyweight division, second only to holding the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship itself wrestlingmoments.com. Past winners like Will Ospreay, Hiromu Takahashi, KUSHIDA, and El Desperado have used BOSJ victories to cement their status as top junior heavyweights wrestlingmoments.com.
Viewing Information
Fans can watch the tournament live in English on NJPW World, with tickets available worldwide. The event promises weeks of dramatic standings races, high-flying action, and technical showcases that highlight the best junior heavyweights in the world njpw1972.com+1.
The 2026 BOSJ is shaping up to be a high-stakes, action-packed tournament, with returning champions, rising stars, and intense rivalries making it one of the most anticipated events of the NJPW calendar.”
Newman & Ren Narita deliver violent statements ahead of Dominion (May 9). “Tsuji would respond that he would never take pictures with the belt until he made it his own. The challenger acknowledged Newman’s status as the world’s number one pro-wrestler, but said that he would be the one to carry NJPW, and fulfil a responsibility to ‘deliver energy, hopes and dreams’. Newman would muse that Tsuji’s dream was that ‘you want to be famous, you want to be on TV,’ jibing that ‘I’ll make you famous, but we might be thrown off TV afterward because I’m going to batter you.’ Delivering a brutal low blow to end the press conference, he left behind a wounded and angered Tsuji five weeks ahead of their title fight.”
Big matches announced for Dominion (May 9). “The IWGP Global Heavyweight Championship will also be at stake in Osaka when Andrade El Idolo defends his freshly won title against both Drilla Moloney and Shota Umino in a three way match. A hugely dramatic title bout in the main event of night one at Dontaku saw the ‘Real Latino Man’ capture the Global gold, his first NJPW championship in 12 years after a shocking DDT saw Tsuji’s skull meet the ringpost, and the DM was sent.
Andrade was quick to state that although he represented AEW, his title holder status meant that he was going to be a fighting champion in NJPW. After asking who wanted to be his first challenger, he was initially answered by Tsuji’s Unbound Co. teammate in Drilla Moloney, but Shota Umino would follow. Andrade suggested a three way and now that match is official. While Moloney and Umino share a mutual respect they more pertinently share a desire to bring the Global title back to NJPW, and to hold the first singles gold of their NJPW careers.”
Boltin Oleg injured and pulled from upcoming cards (May 7). “On May 6 in Karatsu, Boltin Oleg sustained an injury to his left elbow. Boltin will be out of action as a result with a return date still to be determined.
NJPW joins fans in wishing Boltin a speedy, full recovery.”
Yota Tsuji earns a title shot after a major win in Karatsu (May 6). “The match reset with Tsuji and Newman legal, and trading elbows and then knees. Tsuji was a step ahead as the Prince charged into the corner and landed a massive top rope Frankensteiner for two. Ripping a page from Newman’s book, Takagi came in to land a low blow on the champion and combined with Tsuji on a Pumping Blaster for a near two broken up by Lee; as the match broke down, Tsuji charged and landed the Gene Blaster on Newman to score three and claim a chance to regain the IWGP Heavyweight Championship.”

Gordon: “A most turbulent week — injuries, retirements, and major announcements shaping the road to Dominion.”

🟪 OHIO VALLEY WRESTLING (OVW)

Latest Verified Shows: Rise & Overdrive (Past Week)

Results sourced from OVW’s official YouTube listings and Cagematch database.

Ed: “Fans, the Davis Arena was rocking all week long — Rise brought the fallout from Double Crossed, and Overdrive kept the engines running hot!”

🟩 OVW RISE — MOST RECENT EPISODE

FULL MATCH RESULTS

Kal Herro def. Drew Hernandez
Jota Peso & Brendan Balling def. Maximo Suave & Brandon Davis
Karter Cauffman def. Shaloncé Royal (w/ PJ Jones)
Mario Padua def. Erik Surge
Stephen Steel def. Tommy Boy (w/ Lovely Miss Larkan)
LVL3 def. Z‑Force
TW3 def. Torchy’s Tacos
The Trifecta def. Colby Carter, Donovan Cecil & Tony Gunn
Tony Evans addresses the Davis Arena in a heated closing segment.

Gordon: “A most complete episode — tag teams, singles action, and a fiery promo to close the night.”

🟫 OVW OVERDRIVE — MOST RECENT EPISODE (Streamed 2 Days Ago)

FULL MATCH RESULTS

Rae Larson def. Killah Kai
Maximo Suave def. Brian Hitt
J‑Rod def. Leela Hall
Tony Gunn def. Brandon Davis
Jota Peso def. Brendan Balling by DQ

Ed: “Fans, Overdrive continues to be the proving ground for the next wave of OVW stars!”

🟫 OVW NEWS (May 4–12)

OVW announces historic 1400th episode celebration. “Join us for our 1,400th episode special on Thursday June 11, 2026, live from the Hotpoint Davis Arena in Louisville, Kentucky.”
Continued promotion of weekly live events every Thursday.
Heavy emphasis on Rise as the flagship developmental showcase.

🎙️ DESK OUTRO

Ed: “Fans, from Fukuoka to Louisville, the action this week has been hotter than ever! New Japan marches toward Dominion with major announcements, while OVW keeps churning out hungry young talent!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most compelling week across both promotions. And with that… so long from the wrestling world.”