New Japan Cup 2023 winner crowned
Sanada is the winner of the 2023 New Japan Cup tournament. Sanada defeated David Finlay in the finals of the annual tournament and now will receive a shot at Kazuchika Okada and the IWGP World […]
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ANNOUNCEMENT: Zack Heydorn’s first book, “Stunning: The Wrestling Artistry of Steve Austin,” available for pre-order now
“Stunning: The Wrestling Artistry of Steve Austin,” the new book by PWTorch assistant editor Zack Heydorn is available for pre-order right now. The new book explores the wrestling artistry of Steve Austin through an in-depth […]
Mercedes Mone signs with talent agency
Mercedes Mone, formerly known as Sasha Banks in WWE, has signed with the United Talent Agency. Variety is reporting that UTA will represent Mone in all areas of her career including film, television, theater and […]
Final NJPW Battle in the Valley 2023 Full Match Card
New Japan Pro Wrestling returns to California for a major PPV event featuring the New Japan in-ring debut of Mercedes Mone, formerly known as Sasha Banks, in the WWE. When: Saturday February 18, 2023 Where: […]
Jerry Jarrett dead at the age of 80
Hall of Fame wrestling promoter Jerry Jarrett has died. He was 80 years old. Dutch Mantel announced the news on social media that was later confirmed by PWInsider. Jarrett is known for founding the Continental […]
Takahashi set to defend IWGP Jr. Hvt. Championship against Lio Rush
Hiromu Takahshi’s next title defense has been made official. Lio Rush challenged Hiromu Takahashi for the IWGP Jr. Hvt. Championship at The New Beginning in Osaka on Feb. 11 in a video package that aired […]
NJPW reveals brackets for NJPW Cup 2023
NJPW has revealed the bracket for the New Japan Cup 2023 tournament. The NJPW Cup will begin on March 5. This tournament will have 24 competitors and eight will get a first round bye. The […]
Jay White contract status update
Jay White is reportedly looking to make a move back to the United States. Fightful is reporting that the former IWGP World Champion is looking to return to the US now that is time with […]
2/11 NJPW NEW BEGINNING 2023 RESULTS: Okada vs. Takagi, White vs. Hikuleo, more
NJPW NEW BEGINNING 2023 RESULTS FEBRUARY 11, 2023 TOKYO, JAPAN AIRED LIVE ON NJPW WORLD Announcers: Kevin Kelly, Chris Charlton, Gino Gambino United Empire defeated Oskar Leube & Toru Yano Los Ingobernables de Japon defeated […]
Mercedes Mone NJPW contract details revealed
Mercedes Mone does not have a long term agreement in place with New Japan Pro Wrestling ahead of her in-ring debut at the Battle in the Valley next week. The Wrestling Observer is reporting that […]
New Japan and Impact announce major show for WrestleMania weekend
New Japan Pro Wrestling and Impact Wrestling announced a major co-branded show for WrestleMania weekend. The show is called Multiverse United and will feature major matches between NJPW and Impact talent. BREAKING: IMPACT Wrestling and […]
NJPW issues statement on Kota Ibushi’s depature
After Kota Ibushi was announced for a pair of indpendent dates with GCW during WrestleMania weekend yesterday, NJPW issued an announcemnt on their website announcing his depature from the company. The announcement read as follows: […]
NJPW announces the end of weekly taped show in the US
New Japan Pro Wrestling announced on Monday morning that it would be making significant changes to the NJPW Strong brand. Under the current branding, Strong is a weekly program that is taped in the United […]
Mickie James looking to wrestle Mercedes Mone
Impact Wrestling Knockout Champion, Mickie James, says that she really wants to wrestle Mercedes Mone now that Mone is essentially free to work where and with whomever she wants. In an interview with SEScoops, James […]
Mercedes Mone trademarks another name
Mercedes Mone has officially trademarked the nickname, “The CEO,” according to Wrestling Inc. Since debuting with New Japan Pro Wrestling at Wrestle Kingdom 17 inside the Tokyo Dome, Mone has called herself “The CEO” of […]
The Young Bucks reveal they were asked to appear at Wrestle Kingdom 17
Matt and Nick Jackson, The Young Bucks, were asked to appear at Wrestle Kingdom 17, the biggest event of the year for New Japan Pro Wrestling. In an interview with Sports Illustrated, Matt and Nick […]
Jay White contract status update
Jay White reportedly will be out of contract with New Japan Pro Wrestling “very soon.” Fightful Select is reporting that White’s contract with New Japan is coming up and that the company believes they won’t […]
New Japan sells out major upcoming event
New Japan Pro Wrestling Battle in the Valley on February 18 in San Jose has officially sold out. The show is headlined by the in-ring debut of Mercedes Mone, formerly Sasha Banks in WWE. Mone […]
Wrestle Kingdom 17 sets viewership records for NJPW
Wrestle Kingdom 17 was a record setting event for New Japan Pro Wrestling. Wrestling Inc. is reporting that Wrestle Kingdom 17 set a new record for first time viewership of a New Japan show. The […]
VIDEO: PWTORCH FIRESIDE CHAT 1/5: Discussion Mercedes Mone in New Japan, MJF, more
PWTorch Assistant Editor, Zack Heydorn, and PWTorch Contributor, Tyler Sage, bring discussion on the news of the week including Mercedes Mone making her debut in NJPW, MJF, WWE Raw, Smackdown, and much more. Subscribe to […]
1/5 NJPW NEW YEAR’S DASH RESULTS: Okada & Omega vs. United Empire, KOPW title match, more
NJPW NEW YEAR’S DASH 2023 RESULTS JAN. 5, 2023 TOKYO, JAPAN AIRED LIVE ON NEW JAPAN WORLD Announcers: Kevin Kelly Evil, Dick Togo, & Yujiro Takahashi defeated Ren Narita, Tiger Mask, & Tomoaki Honma Taichi, […]
Mercedes Mone makes first public comments since making New Japan debut
Mercedes Mone, formerly known as Sasha Banks in WWE, made her first public comments since making her debut for New Japan Pro Wrestling at Wrestle Kingdom 17. “I am Mercedes Mone and I am the […]
1/4 NJPW WRESTLE KINGDOM 17 RESULTS: Jay White vs. Kazuchika Okada, Will Ospreay vs. Kenny Omega, more
NJPW WRESTLE KINGDOM 17 RESULTS JAN. 4, 2023 TOKYO, JAPAN AIRED LIVE ON NEW JAPAN WORLD Announcers: Kevin Kelly Catch 22 def. LiYoh – IWGP Junior Tag Team Championship KAIRI def. Tam Nakano – IWGP […]
VIDEO: WRESTLE KINGDOM 17 TORCHCAST 1/4: Live analysis and more on Omega vs. Ospreay and White vs. Okada
Join Tyler Sage and a cast of PWTorch contributors as they watch Wrestle Kingdom 17 LIVE including analysis on Will Ospreay vs. Kenny Omega and Kazuchika Okada vs. Jay White. Subscribe to the PWTorch YouTube […]