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WCW/NJPW Japan Supershow II
Date: March 21st, 1992
Location: Nippon Budokan, Tokyo, Japan
Attendance: 15,000
Masahiro Chono pulls double duty for the show, subbing for Shiro Koshinaka as Hiroshi Hase's tag team partner. Travel issues prevent Ron Simmons from working the show.
Masahiro Chono pulls double duty for the show, subbing for Shiro Koshinaka as Hiroshi Hase's tag team partner. Travel issues prevent Ron Simmons from working the show.
Opening Ceremony: The show opens with a traditional Japanese opening ceremony, showcasing martial arts and a performance from a local taiko drumming group. The excitement builds for the action to come.
Match Card:
1. Opening Match: Jushin "Thunder" Liger vs. Brian Pillman
Result: Jushin Liger wins via a Liger Bomb.
Notes: This was a fast-paced, high-flying opener that showcased the agility and spirit of both competitors. The crowd was electric, setting the tone for the rest of the event.
2. Tag Team Match: The Steiner Brothers (Rick & Scott Steiner) vs. Hiroshi Hase & Masahiro Chono
Result: The Steiner Brothers win via pinfall after completing the Steinerizer on Chono.
Notes: Solid tag team work from both sides, with The Steiners utilizing their power and precision. Hase and Chono showed incredible resilience, but in the end, the Michigan team prevailed.
3. Singles Match: The Great Muta vs. Ricky Steamboat
Result: The Great Muta wins after using the mist followed by a Moonsault.
Notes: A classic clash of styles, Muta’s enigmatic persona complemented Steamboat’s technical prowess. The match featured high spots, and the mist finish left fans buzzing.
4. Women’s Match: Akira Hokuto vs. Malia Hosaka
Result: Akira Hokuto wins via submission with an armbar.
Notes: An intense competitive match that highlighted the advancements of women's wrestling in Japan, with Hokuto taking a decisive victory in front of her home crowd.
5. Special Attraction Match: Terry Funk vs. Sabu
Result: No Contest.
Notes: A wild and chaotic brawl that spilled outside the ring. Both men ignored the referee's instructions, leading to a no-contest as they continued to fight throughout the arena, showcasing extreme styles.
6. IWGP Tag Team Championship: The Road Warriors (Hawk & Animal) vs. The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith & Dynamite Kid)
Result: The Road Warriors win the IWGP Tag Titles after a Doomsday Device.
Notes: A brutal and physical encounter that showcased the strength and teamwork of both legendary teams. The crowd cheered as the Warriors claimed victory, adding another title to their collection.
Main Event: IWGP Heavyweight Championship Match: Lex Luger vs. Masahiro Chono
Result: Lex Luger defeats Masahiro Chono via Torture Rack to become new IWGP Heavyweight Champion.
Notes: The main event featured a dramatic storytelling match with both competitors working the crowd. Luger’s charisma and Chono's technical skill made for an engaging contest, culminating in a dramatic finish as Luger captured the prestigious title.