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The Wrestling World Mourns The Loss Of Hana Kimura
Published
8 months agoon


The entire wrestling world is pouring out their love and support for the late Hana Kimura, who has tragically passed away at just 22-years-old. Her home promotion, Stardom, broke the news earlier today.
On a personal note, I would just like to add that I was fortunate enough to see Hana wrestle live last April in New York, during Stardom’s WrestleMania weekend show.
Her energy and personality were infectious. She had presence, and her fans absolutely adored her. The kind of talent you saw once and just knew she was going to be a star somewhere down the line. She will be missed.
Hana Kimura just passed away. There are no other details at the moment but this is a death that can be blamed on the cruelty of social media and it's a subject that really needs addressing.
— Dave Meltzer (@davemeltzerWON) May 23, 2020
I will always love and miss you, my friend. You are my little sister. The Swanns send our love and condolences to Hana Kimura, her family, and loved ones. I will never forget you. So much I want to say… my heart is broken. pic.twitter.com/PB5pO20YIj
— bloodyündeadbride (@realsuyung) May 23, 2020
Distraught. I don’t even know what to say or feel. Numb. I can’t express it. RIP Hana Kimura. Such a wonderful human being. The gaijin helper. All the potential. A beautiful soul. Kind. I just can’t even put in to fucking words how upsetting this is. I hope you found peace 🙏🏻
— JAMIE HAYTER • ジェイミー ヘイター (@jmehytr) May 23, 2020
It's so beautiful seeing the love for Hana right now. Let's remember she was a beautiful beast! We love you Hana #RIPHanaKimura pic.twitter.com/hXL5P8tKZl
— Session Moth Martina🍻 マーティナセッション (@mothfromdaflats) May 23, 2020
It absolutely breaks my heart how cruel people can be on social media. It was an amazing honor to know Hana Kimura. She was an amazing girl with the kindest soul and immense passion and work ethic. I’m at a loss of words over this tragedy. Rest In Peace my friend.
— Tessa Blanchard (@Tess_Blanchard) May 23, 2020
Tell me it ain't real about #Hana 😔
— Tama Tonga (@Tama_Tonga) May 23, 2020
🙏🏾 my heart breaks hearing the news of Hana Kimura 💔 online bullying needs to stop.
— @CrisCyborg.Com (@criscyborg) May 23, 2020
F bullies. Y’all need to wake up.. these are REAL people. Not just characters in a TV show, movie or whatever. Tragic.
RIP Hana. Gone too soon. 🤍
— ℭ𝔥𝔞𝔯𝔩𝔦𝔢 𝔊𝔦𝔯𝔩 (@DakotaKai_WWE) May 23, 2020
I am completely sick to my stomach about the news of @hanadayo0903 This cyber bullying needs to stop! She had a bright future. I am so sorry Hana. #RipHanaKimura #HanaKimura
— Jessicka Havok (@FearHavok) May 23, 2020
Hana Kimura lit up every room she walked in. She was sunshine and one of the most selfless human beings I‘ve ever met. I’m one of the lucky ones who got to experience first hand how special and loving of a person she is. Hearts are hurting right now. I’m hurting right now💔Rip🙏
— Alex Gracia (@alexgracia3) May 23, 2020
It would help humanity out a great deal if we could put effort into being kind to one another.
RIP Hana Kimura
Condolences to her family, and her friends.
— Andrew Everett is more athletic than you (@_AndrewEverett) May 23, 2020
Extremely sad news today. RIP Hana Kimura, gone way too soon.
— Robbie Eagles (@RobbieEagles_) May 23, 2020
Be responsible. You don’t have the right to offend somebody else. Your words can kill. Didn’t know her personally but my heart is broken… gone really soon 🥀 praying to her & her family
— TAY CONTI (@TayConti_) May 23, 2020
There is nothing I can say or do that will make this hurt less or make sense.
I’m lucky I got to know you. I’m glad I got the chance to be on your team.
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Actions and words mean something. For better or for worse.Choose to be better.#HanaKimura pic.twitter.com/4SGfaU5noV
— Kelly Klein (@RealKellyKlein) May 23, 2020
https://twitter.com/WWEAleister/status/1264054949459222528?s=20
This week is rough. RIP to those we lost.. love one another, be kind to each other, you never know what one is going through or if it’ll be the last you see them. Love you guys. 💙
— The HBIC (@MiaYim) May 23, 2020
Please, let’s ALL use social media for good! BLOCK and DELETE any page or person that brings you any pain, anger or insecurity. Follow people or pages that motivate you, that inspire you and that make you happy. I will not tolerate hate & bullying! I wish I could do more.
— TENILLE DASHWOOD (@TenilleDashwood) May 23, 2020
💔 RIP @hanadayo0903, fly with the angels sweet girl and be at peace. This world was not worthy of you, your talent and your spirit. @wwr_stardom @we_are_stardom pic.twitter.com/XsR37KGcwS
— Taya Valkyrie (@TheTayaValkyrie) May 23, 2020
#RIPHanaKimura 😢 pic.twitter.com/TBObgxnYAX
— Cheerleader Melissa (@FutureLegendCF) May 23, 2020
I don’t have the right words for this tonight. I’m shocked and extremely sad. Love and prayers to my @we_are_stardom friends. Hana will be immensely missed 💔
— Brandi Rhodes (@TheBrandiRhodes) May 23, 2020




During NJPW WrestleKingdom 15, the company made a major announcement that TV deals for the US and the UK are coming soon.
The announcement came during night one of New Japan’s biggest event of the year, revealing that their programming will “soon” be available on television in the United States, and the United Kingdom.
There were no further details on what channels or when it would be available, but this is certainly a huge step, as this would be the first time in New Japan’s history that it would have a television deal in the UK. Whereas the product has been available before on AXS TV in America.
#njpw #njwk15 pic.twitter.com/RqFHBhPyUu
— NJPW Global (@njpwglobal) January 4, 2021
AEW
Chris Jericho Reveals Some Of His Favorite Matches From His Career
Published
3 months agoon
Oct 12, 2020

Chris Jericho recently spoke with Busted Open Radio where he discussed some of his favorite matches throughout his career so far.
When it comes to his time with WWE, Jericho had one very specific match in mind, which he thinks would be great for a WWE Network special.
“It’s really hard to say your favorite. What’s your absolute, gun-to-the-head favorite? And before, I used to say what’s your favorite match – the match I had with Shawn Michaels for the WWE World Title Ladder Match in Portland, Oregon, I believe in 2008 of October. That’s one of them because it’s the match that not only was it a great match, a perfect match, it was the culmination of a seven-month-long story that was originally just supposed to be a one and done,” revealed Jericho. “It was supposed to a one-month story, and Shawn and I were like, ‘Why are we rushing this? Neither one of us are doing anything’, and we created this whole amazing, probably textbook of how-to-put-together an amazing angle. And if I still worked in WWE, I would have suggested they do a special on it for the Network because it really was a textbook how do you put together a great storyline.”
Jericho also cited another match outside of WWE as one of his favorites, and that match was also the inspiration behind Tony Khan launching AEW.
Jericho also revealed what some of his favorite matches have been away from WWE, discussing work he has done in New Japan, AEW, and more.
“Kenny Omega, The Tokyo Dome, January 4, 2018 – that was the match. A) That was my first match away from WWE in almost 20 years. B) It showed what a draw Chris Jericho was because that match did an extra 15,000 tickets, and sales, and bought an extra 30 percent in New Japan World’s subscriptions and C) It showed Tony Khan that there was a segment of the fanbase who were looking for something different from WWE, and it was basically where the spark of AEW began. So, that was a big one,” stated Jericho.
“And I’ll do another one with Jon Moxley, where I dropped the title to him, February 29th of this year. A mere 10 days before the lockdown. I thought that was a great story with a great payoff and a great finish. But there are so many other ones that I can mention. But if you want to go — Ultimo Dragon from 1995 at the Sumo Arena. That’s the match that got me hired in ECW and WCW. I have to mention that, as well. So, there are quite a few side posts along this Chris Jericho highway for sure.” (H/T to WrestlingInc.com for the transcriptions.)
Jericho was promoting his upcoming book, ‘The Complete List of Jericho: 30 Years of Smashes, Matches, & Hits ‘ which will be out soon (delayed due to COVID-19,) and will feature every single match that he has ever had.
Japan
Stardom Cinderella Summer Results (7/26): Riho Defends High Speed Title, New Wonder Of Stardom Champ!
Published
6 months agoon
Jul 27, 2020

Stardom Cinderella Summer In Tokyo
Sunday, July 26, 2020
Korakuen Hall, Tokyo, Japan
1. Saki Kashima def. Hina [4:15]
2. Oedo Tai (Natsuko Tora & Natsu Sumire) def. Tokyo Cyber Squad (Death Yama-san & Rina) [7:12]
3. Momo Watanabe def. Maika [10:39]
4. Donna del Mondo (Himeka & Syuri) def. STARS (Mayu Iwatani & Saya Iida) [13:21]
5. AZM def. Riho (c) and Starlight Kid to win the High Speed Championship [7:10]
6. Queen’s Queest (Saya Kamitani & Utami Hayashishita) def. Tokyo Cyber Squad (Jungle Kyona & Konami) to win the vacant Goddesses of Stardom Championships [14:28]
7. Giulia def. Tam Nakano via referee stoppage to win the vacant Wonder of Stardom Championship [28:27]


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