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5 days ago
- Sport
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NJPW's G1 Climax 35 to Kick off Today
Rana Atef Today, New Japan Pro Wrestling will begin its most iconic tournament and the most prestigious one in the global wrestling scene, G1 Climax. 20 competitors will do battle in a round robin tournament that will determine the strongest on the roster and become the number one contender for the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship at NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 20 on January 4th, 2026. Hiroshi Tanahashi will participate in the tournament for one last time before hanging up his shoes after the upcoming Wrestle Kingdom. He is enlisted in A Block. The block also features Taichi, Yota Tsuji, and David Finlay. EVIL, the House of Torture leader and his stablemate SANADA will both be in the same block. Yuya Uemura, Ryohei Oiwa, Callum Newman and NEVER Openweight Champion Boltin Oleg are also in A Block. Then on the other side of the spectrum, IWGP World Heavyweight Champion Zack Sabre Jr. and IWGP Global Heavyweight Champion Gabe Kidd are in B Block. Sabre Jr. ZSJ was the winner of last year's G1 Climax. Also, AEW's Konosuke Takeshita will participate in his second G1 Climax tournament in the B Block. The block also includes Shota Umino, and Ren Narita. Finally, the B Block also has NJPW World TV Champion El Phantasmo, Drilla Moloney, YOSHI-HASHI, Great-O-Khan and Shingo Takagi. read more Japan Stun Spain 2-1 to Qualify for World Cup Last 16 World Cup 2022: Get to Know Confirmed Line-ups of Japan and Spain Group E Decider Saudi Arabia Bid Farewell to World Cup after 2-1 Loss to Mexico Tunisia Achieve Historic Win over France but Fail to Qualify Tunisia to Clash against France in World Cup Sports Get to Know Squad of Group D Teams in World Cup Sports Al Ahly Gift EGP 70,000 to Players After Claiming Egyptian Super Cup Title Sports Bencharki Hits First 2 Goals with Al Jazira Since Leaving Zamalek Sports Arsenal Possible Line-up for Nottingham Forest News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" Sports Get to Know 2025 WWE Evolution Results News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Arts & Culture Hawass Foundation Launches 1st Course to Teach Ancient Egyptian Language
Newsweek
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Top AEW Star Is Taking A Leave Of Absence: Report
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Will Ospreay had a night of massive highs and lows at AEW's All In: Texas pay-per-view this past weekend. According to a new Fightful Select report, the storyline attack that saw him stretchered out of the arena was a way to write him off television, as he is expected to take some time off to heal from injuries. The "Aerial Assassin" is reportedly "working banged up" and will be sidelined for over a month, though no exact timetable for his return is known. A Night Of Triumph And Pain Ospreay had a major role at the All In event at Globe Life Field. He teamed with AEW World Champion Swerve Strickland to defeat The Young Bucks in a high-stakes match where The Bucks' status as Executive Vice Presidents was on the line. Ospreay and Strickland were victorious, stripping Matt and Nick Jackson of their corporate power. However, Ospreay's night was not over. He got involved in the main event, which led to him being brutally attacked by the Death Riders faction (PAC, Penta El Zero Miedo, and Rey Fenix). The post-match assault ended with Ospreay being carried out of the stadium on a stretcher. The Best In The World Will Ospreay is widely regarded by fans and critics as one of the best professional wrestlers on the planet. Ospreay built a legendary resume in New Japan Pro-Wrestling, where he was a multi-time IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion before moving up to win the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship. His signing with AEW in late 2023 was seen as a massive acquisition for the company. All Elite Wrestling ALL IN at Wembley Stadium in London on August 27, 2023. All Elite Wrestling ALL IN at Wembley Stadium in London on August 27, 2023. Courtesy of AEW His matches are famous for their breathtaking pace and innovative, high-risk maneuvers. This "Aerial Assassin" style has earned him countless accolades, including numerous five-star (and higher) match ratings from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation That same breathtaking style, however, comes at a significant physical cost. Ospreay's blend of high-flying acrobatics and hard-hitting strikes puts immense strain on his body. The report that he has been "working banged up" is not a surprise to those who follow his career, as he often works through various nagging injuries. This planned time off will allow one of AEW's biggest stars to fully recover and come back at 100 percent. While his absence will be felt, it is a necessary step to ensure the longevity of one of the industry's most valuable performers. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports
See - Sada Elbalad
11-02-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
NJPW: Goto Defeats ZSJ to Win 1st IWG World Heavyweight Title
On Tuesday, Hirooki Goto defeated Zack Sabre Jr. to win the IWGP World Heavyweight title. The match was the main event of NJPW The New Beginning in Osaka. This title is the first IWGP World Heavyweight Championship in his 22-year career. To celebrate his win, Goto brought his son and daughter into the ring, in addition to his tag-team partner YOSHI-HASHI. Sabre Jr.'s won the title in October 2024 at King of Pro-Wrestling. He made four successful title defenses and headlined the Tokyo Dome on back-to-back nights in IWGP World Heavyweight Title matches.
