- Pro-Wrestling FURY returned to its holy shrine, the Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium, drawing a maximum capacity crowd of 7,000 fans to witness the "rebirth" of Pro-Wrestling FURY. Fans were treated to an updated look, as the ring featured a new color scheme. President Hidehira Kajitani greeted the crowd at the start of the show. He said that it was always a special occasion when FURY was in this building, but tonight was very special, as FURY would under go a "rebirth" tonight... But to the surprise of the fans, Mr. Kajitani unfortunately announced that he would be stepping down as President of FURY at 21:00 JST tonight, with a press conference to follow later tonight to explain more. He thanked the fans for staying with FURY for all these years, and asked that fans continue to follow the company as it grows even bigger...
- The show officially kicked off with perhaps GENJIN "Manabe" TSUJI's last chance at liberation, as he faced the man who has been the bane of his existence for the last three weeks, Go Taniguchi. The match involved a lot of comedy early on, with Taniguchi maintaining control. The comedy eventually dissipated, as Taniguchi pulled out some of his stronger moves to get the win. However, the end came shockingly as Go hoisted TSUJI up for the Nodowa Otoshi, only for TSUJI to pull a large bone out of his trunks, before proceeding to SMASH it across the top of Go's head, causing him to tip over in a stiff, comedic fashion... TSUJI went for the pin, before scoring the big pinfall to earn his liberation!
The usually unruly TSUJI was cheered loudly by the sympathetic crowd. TAKU and Mastodon Fukuda applauded TSUJI afterwards, and said that since they were men of their words, TSUJI could now choose whatever name and character he wanted, with TAKU reminding the fans of some of his earlier choices, such as "Lion Tsuji," and "Danger Tsuji." Tsuji said he did have a new name in mind... And announced that he would now be known as....Manabe Tsuji, causing TAKU and Fukuda to both pratfall... Tsuji said that "Manabe" would now be spelled using katakana characters, rather than hirogana/kanji... TAKU and Fukuda essentially left the ring, abandoning Tsuji in the process...
- The second match saw the debut of the "Yoshida Sumo Gym," as they faced Otsuo Kayusa and Kyoshima Yosuken of STRONG RIDERS, along with Keichi Ito. YSG entered with Tetsujin leading the way, holding up a "YOSHIDA SUMO GYM" sign, while Yoshida and Kessin entered wearing very nice ceremonial kimonos. Despite being a six-man, the focus was clearly on the young wrestlers, as Yoshida and Kessin attempted to coach Tetsujin, while Kayusa and Yosuken coached Ito. In the end however, Tetsujin managed to rise to the top, and flatten the boxer with the Tetsuotoshi to give the Yoshida Sumo Gym the win. After the match, Yoshida thanked Kessin for helping them tonight, and said he'd always have a spot in the Yoshida Sumo Gym... Kessin however jokingly said he was thinking about opening the "Kessin Sumo Gym" as competition...
- The show rolled along as Mushozoku battled CHAOTICS in a high-spurt junior tag. CHAOTICS looked strong early on, with the four using some incredible double team work. The inexperience of Kazuki Sendo was also exploited, forcing Shimoda and Jaguar to have to work twice as hard to keep him from losing. However, things soon turned around for Mushozoku with the leadership of Yoshihiro Shimoda. Towards the end, eternal rivals Yoshihiro Shimoda and ATSUKA locked horns, with neither man giving up any leverage. But eventually, ATSUKA's will was broken first, as Shimoda unleashed a vicious flurry of kicks, ending with the Torokeru Knee Kick. When that wasn't enough, Shimoda finally finished ATSUKA with the Shinto Buster to keep ATSUKA's shoulders down for the three! ATSUKA made no excuses afterwards, and simply said Shimoda was the stronger wrestler tonight... Shimoda noted that FURY would be returning to his home area of Hokkaido next month, and said that he had something big in store...
- Up next, STRONG RIDERS clashed with BLACKHEARTS as Kenichiro Hujikawa and Norihiro Akashi faced Jake Bishop and Kazuma Fujita-trained Rui Kuriyama. The match focused around Akashi and Kuriyama, who have exchanged heated words in recent weeks. The two displayed the strength of young-men wrestlers early on. Later on, the two powerhouses Hujikawa and Bishop went at it in a battle over who had the strongest Axe Bomber. Both had their ups and downs against each other, but by the end, neither could establish themselves as being stronger than the other. However, this was not the case with Akashi and Kuriyama, as Kuriyama finished Akashi in a little over nine minutes after a HARD lariat to give BLACKHEARTS the win... After coming to, Akashi spoke, saying that tonight's recent has cemented his decision, and announced he would be traveling overseas for a learning expedition. Akashi said he would travel the US and Europe to gain every last bit of knowledge, and promised he wouldn't return until he was at his full potential...
- NEW FORCE faced UPRISER'Z next in a very hostile match. UPRISER'Z ran the table early on due to their wild brawling and rule breaking. However, NEW FORCE fought back, with Kamon and Kawachi using stereo planchas to take out Kaiju and RYUJI, leaving the rest in the ring. C. Bones and Okazaki's budding feud continued to fester as the two went at it. Eventually both men traded kenka kicks, with Okazaki eventually winning out. However, Bones quickly redeemed himself with a VICIOUS fireman's lift into a double knee stomach breaker. RYUJI eventually ran in to try and make the save, allowing him to get the upper hand over Bones. RYUJI eventually tried to spike Bones with the Tombstone, only for Bones to escape out of it, and connect with an uranage, followed by a VICIOUS kenka kick. With RYUJI prone, Bones finally SPIKED RYUJI vertically with a sick brainbuster, keeping RYUJI's shoulders down for three!
Kyoto Okazaki continued to run wild, even after the match. Okazaki continually began shouting expletives at Bones, including a very audible "FUCK YOU, ASSHOLE!" in English. Okazaki finally made the "belt" motion around his waist, showing interest in challenging Bones for his International Heavyweight title. Bones nodded in agreement, while mouthing, "any time!" However, the title match is far from official...
- We approached the first of two title matches tonight, as TAKU and Mastodon Fukuda aimed to succeed in their V5 defense of their F-MAX Tag Team titles against "Mr. 300%" Kazuma Fujita and "Tokyo Ace" Mitsuharu Nogami, Team GOLDEN! The match was very heated, with Fujita and Nogami being wildly cheered by the Osaka crowd, while the villainous TAKU and Fukuda earning nothing but vociferous boos. Of course, the heels immediately came rushing out of their corner the minute the bell rang, allowing them to throw Fujita and Nogami to the outside to get the upper hand... There was literally no time for pleasantries here, as Fukuda immediately began assaulting the challengers with weapons, along with sending Fujita crashing skull first into the steel ring post, causing him to be cut open! The heels continued to pick Fujita apart in the ring, with Fujita uncharacteristically being unable to fight back. Nogami finally managed to recover and make the save. The challengers finally managed mount something of a comeback, with Nogami leading the charge against TAKU. A hard exchange of forearms led to Nogami connecting with an Exploder. Nogami managed to pull off the Toky-o-Matic just seven minutes in, and nearly ended TAKU and Fukuda's tag team title reign in the process. Nogami and Fukuda took their fight to the outside, leaving TAKU and the still bleeding Fujita. But despite the crimson flow, Fujita valiantly fought back with the cheers of the Osaka fans behind him. TAKU ate three consecutive knuckle arrows from Fujita, before being dumped on the back of his head with a Backdrop! However, just as Fujita aimed to finish with his lariat, TAKU ducked, and came back with a VICIOUS spear, setting up the Jackhammer from TAKU! Rather than go for the cover, TAKU lifted the stunned Fujita to his feet, before hooking him and SPIKING him on his head with the HINOTAMA BUSTER! TAKU hooked the leg as hard as he could for the pin, ONLY FOR NOGAMI TO MAKE THE DIVING SAVE AT 2.9! TAKU was quick to pounce on Nogami, and throw him out once more. As Fujita slowly sat up in his bloody haze, TAKU finally came roaring off the ropes, before DECAPITATING FUJITA WITH THE CHOJIN BOMBER! TAKU hooked the leg again, as he SCORED THE THREE COUNT to the SHOCK of the Osaka fans! In Osaka, Fujita has been soundly decimated!
The fans reacted with a mixture of shock and boos at the result, coming just twelve-minutes into the match... TAKU and Fukuda promptly gloated for their victory, and even went as far as to smear Fujita's blood across their chests as a symbol of victory... After coming to, Fujita was helped to the back to seek medical attention...
- The all important semi final was next, as one of the corner stones of Pro-Wrestling FURY would be forced out tonight. The atmosphere was incredibly intense, as trepidation flooded among fans. Due to the nature of the match, crowd bias seemed split between both Nakata and Kubota. The early going saw a slow feeling out process, with both men seemingly gunshy. But that was quickly remedied as the two exchange hard forearms back and fourth. Nakata eventually won out, and followed with a snapmare, along with planting a HARD soccer kick between Kubota's shoulder blades. ZERO was quick to fight back with a snapmare of his own, followed by a jabbing kick to the side of Nakata's head. ZERO eventually dragged Nakata to the outside, where he proceeded to whip Nakata into the steel security railing. However, Nakata was quick to fight back, as he countered another attempt from ZERO, sending him crashing into the steel. While fighting outside, Kubota's UPRISER'Z teammates attempted to interfere, but Nakata was quickly aided by members of mushozoku. However, a major blow was struck as ZERO blocked a kick from Nakata, which then set up a knee breaker, dropping Nakata knee first across the metal railing! ZERO continued to exploit the injury as the match progressed. However, Nakata fought back bravely, with momentum slowly building on his side... That would be, however, until Kubota would simply kick his leg out from under him... After several false starts, Nakata finally bounced back after catching Kubota with a lightning fast kneel kick across the top of the head. With the crowd now mostly behind him, Nakata sucked up the pain and fired a flurry of middle kicks, burying them into Kubota's chest, before eventually connecting with a front suplex. Nakata soon tried to deal a decisive blow with the Dragon Suplex hold, but members of UPRISER'Z quickly intervened, with RYUJI, Okazaki and Shin Kaiju ambushing Nakata while TAKU distracted the referee. The three UPRISER'Z took turns crashing Nakata in the corner... However, a strange thing happened next, as ZERO kicked RYUJI in the groin, before throwing him to the outside! ZERO then leaned over the ropes, and told TAKU to keep out of the match... With both wrestlers taxed, ZERO continued to punish Nakata, and eventually connected with the GROUND ZERO, much to the reaction of the fans. However, Nakata's will was not broken yet as he kicked out quickly after two... ZERO soon called for the finish, before climbing to the top, where he came off with the KUTABARE... However, NAKATA GOT HIS KNEES UP! Nakata quickly recovered, and unleashed more kicks, before adding an exclamation point with a VICIOUS High Kick to the side of the skull! With ZERO sitting in a comatose daze, Nakata came roaring off the ropes, before FIRING A FIELD GOAL KICK to the side of ZERO's head! Nakata collapsed on top of ZERO for the pin, ONLY FOR ZERO TO SOMEHOW KICK OUT AT 2.9!!! With mixed calls for both men roaring through out the crowd, Nakata finally pulled ZERO to his feet slowly, before locking his hands around ZERO's arms... With one swift motion, Nakata HURLED ZERO over head, DROPPING HIM ON HIS HEAD WITH A RELEASE DRAGON SUPLEX! Nakata rolled through the attack, and pulled ZERO up by his arms again, this time BRIDGING WITH THE DRAGON SUPLEX HOLD, AS DECISIVE THREE COUNT IS RENDERED!
The mixed reaction only amplified, with thousands of "ZERO!" calls roaring from the fans... Within an instant, bitter-sweet tears began to form in Nakata's eyes, knowing that he has driven his greatest foe out of the FURY ring... Nakata stood there motionless for a moment while ZERO continued to lay motionless. Eventually, Nakata finally got to his feet to be tended to in his corner, while UPRISER'Z climbed in to check on ZERO... TAKU eventually took the mic, and said that both men fought bravely tonight, knowing what was at stake, but said that ZERO had an army at his control in the match, and said it was his mistake in not taking advantage... TAKU and Fukuda then helped the still groggy ZERO to his feet. TAKU recalled times years ago when ZERO would mock him for being a "weak masked manga character," and said it was ironic given tonight, as ZERO has shown to be weak. TAKU said that he became as strong as he was today because of ZERO, but said that after pinning Fujita tonight, he no longer had anything to prove, and thus, he has no purpose for ZERO Kubota, which led to TAKU VICIOUSLY lariating ZERO, causing an uproar among fans! As UPRISER'Z put the boots to the fallen ZERO, NAKATA returned, and helped fight the heels back, before driving them from the ring completely with help of other mushozoku members...
Nakata then spoke, saying that he will never forgive ZERO for what he's done, but said that he's gotten some resolution from tonight's match, and declared he wanted to abolish the stipulation, allowing ZERO to stay... However, ZERO immediately yanked the microphone away, before screaming, "FUCK YOU! I'm not a piece of shit like TAKU! As much of a heel as I am, when I make a promise, I keep to it!" ZERO's emotions soon got the best of himself, as he had a momentary breakdown, with tears flowing down his face... ZERO spoke rather somberly, and formally announced his intentions to retire from Pro-Wrestling. ZERO said that his mission in pro-wrestling is the same as his mission in life, simply to have fun. For six years he said, he's had the time of his life in the pro-wrestling ring, and said he's fulfilled nearly every dream he's had... But he admitted that for the last year and a half, pro-wrestling was no longer fun to him after the forced retirement of his best friend, TSUKYO. He cited his betrayal of HDU and ORIGIN in August as a "desperate act," but said he regretted nothing in the end. He said that he agreed to tonight's stipulations, knowing that he was never as good as Nakata, and knew he would be beaten tonight regardless... ZERO said that he never liked Nakata, and probably never will... However, he's always had respect for him, along with everyone in FURY. With tears flowing, ZERO said that from this point forward, he would simply be "Toshinori Kubota," as "ZERO Kubota" would be forever apart of the FURY ring. He said he would continue to watch from the sidelines, and wish for FURY's success in the next year. Nakata and ZERO shared one final handshake... But in one final act of defiance, Kubota punted Nakata right between the legs, before giving him the middle finger to the laughter of the crowd... Even Nakata couldn't help but crack a smile amidst his pain... Kubota pulled off both of his wrestling boots and threw them down in the ring before leaving, symbolizing his retirement...
- With emotions running high, we came to the night's main event, as Akira Takayoshi made V5 defense of his F-MAX Unified Heavyweight title against Tetsuhisa NAKAI. Both men were wildly cheered by the Osaka crowd, with the Kansai native NAKAI slightly winning out. The match was very slow building early on, with the two showing a willingness to go as long as it was needed. The early going saw the two engaging in tests of strength. The champion was no match at first, but Akira quickly showed off his underrated strength by pushing NAKAI to the limit. They then moved on to some chain wrestling, with the quicker Takayoshi controlling the tempo. Bravado began to boil over between the two, as inaudible words led to a HARD exchange of knife-edge chops. Akira did his best to keep up, but it was easier said than done, as some of NAKAI's chops echoed through the Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium like a shotgun blast. NAKAI's blistering chops gave him the first sizable edge of the match. NAKAI used what he knows best: power, as he smashed Akira in the corner with a lariat, before eventually driving Akira into the mat with a DDT. The champion eventually managed to get a footing and fight back using holds to wear his challenger down. NAKAI would attempt to come back a few times, only for Akira to act and keep him grounded. NAKAI finally was able to fight back to his feet, where he sent Akira off into the ropes, before knocking him flat on his back with a shoulder block. NAKAI landed another blow a few minutes later, after burying his knee into Akira's midsection with a kitchen sink. As the match progressed, champion and challenger continued to fight over control, with the crowd support split between the two. Things picked up shortly after the eleven-minute mark as NAKAI caught Akira on the top turnbuckle. The two traded forearms back-and-fourth, until NAKAI scored with a flurry, allowing him to connect with a SUPERPLEX! NAKAI slowly began to run away with the match as he eventually caught the champion with a HARD Powerbomb. But as NAKAI tried to finish with a lariat, Akira managed to duck-under and connect with a reverse neckbreaker, before setting up a diving knee drop across the face of the challenger! As the match progressed, tempers flared between the two as the fight spilled to the outside. In the heat of battle, NAKAI dealt severe damage by sending slamming the face of the champion into the steel ring post... But moments later, Akira returned the favor by draping NAKAI face first across the security railing. Back in the ring, Akira asserted control for the next few minutes. Akira scored with a flying crossbody to pick up a a two count. Akira later worked for his Tiger Suplex attempt, but NAKAI broke free with a flurry of back elbows, leading to a HARD series of knees to the bridge of Akira's nose! With Akira stunned, NAKAI hoisted the champion up, before connecting with the DEVIL ERUPTION! Fans sensed the end, and cried out in cheers as NAKAI went for the pin, only to be disappointed as the fighting champion kicked out at 2.5! The tide shifted yet again minutes later, after Akira frantically fought NAKAI on the top turnbuckle with a flurry of forearms, before knocking him down and ultimately connecting with a leaping missile kick! Akira followed through with his momentum by using his deadly Enzuigiris to weaken the challenger. With NAKAI stunned, Akira worked for the Tiger Suplex hold, before ultimately connecting! However, NAKAI was still strong enough to lift a shoulder up at 2.5! The time continued to pass, as it approached the thirty-minute mark. Champion and challenger appeared to be at their limits. Both men brutalized one another with sickening elbows, with welts and bruises being quite visible. Things finally escalated as the forearms led to HARD slaps across the face. The champion finally landed a HARD shot, provoking NAKAI to ROAR with a STRONG-ARM LARIAT! Akira however stumbled to his feet and came charging back at NAKAI, COLLIDING INTO HIM WITH A LARIAT OF HIS OWN! NAKAI wobbled, but remained standing, prompting Akira to try again. But this time, NAKAI SHORT-CHANGED HIM WITH ANOTHER LARIAT, TAKING THE CHAMPION OFF HIS FEET! NAKAI pulled the groggy Akira up, before hoisting him up, and connecting with ANOTHER DEVIL ERUPTION! NAKAI rolled Akira over while hooking the leg, ONLY FOR AKIRA TO KICK OUT AT 2.9! With loud cries of support, NAKAI slowly dragged Akira up once more, before hoisting him across his shoulders... In a quick and violent motion, NAKAI shifted Akira into the air, before SPIKING HIM VERTICALLY WITH THE MAX BULLET! NAKAI rolled across Akira's limp body as Edd Sasaki COUNTED THE THREE! NAKAI becomes the first FURY native in over three years to become the F-MAX Heavyweight Champion!
The Osaka fans ROARED in cheers and calls as people rushed the ring to tend on the two. As NAKAI was helped to his feet, chants of "NA-KA-I!" erupted from the fans in celebration of the new F-MAX Heavyweight Champion... The usually stoic NAKAI was full of emotion after being awarded the championship. As the post-match interview began, NAKAI immediately called out to Akira, who was being carried away. NAKAI exclaimed, "Akira! For three years, You've carried the FURY symbol further than Nakata, myself, or anybody else... For all of your hard work, I think you... We all thank you!" This prompted an eruption of calls for Akira... NAKAI said that it was strange being in this position, feeling that he wasn't worthy of being here due to his past mistakes. However, he said that his mission of atoning for his sins will continue, even as the F-MAX Heavyweight Champion. Before NAKAI could continue, he was suddenly interrupted by YOSHIHIRO SHIMODA, who appealed to be the first challenger to NAKAI's crown! NAKAI acknowledged Shimoda's strength, even as a Junior Heavyweight, and accepted the challenge! Shimoda further appealed for the match to take place in his home region of Hokkaido on 10/15, which NAKAI again accepted...
- The show officially kicked off with perhaps GENJIN "Manabe" TSUJI's last chance at liberation, as he faced the man who has been the bane of his existence for the last three weeks, Go Taniguchi. The match involved a lot of comedy early on, with Taniguchi maintaining control. The comedy eventually dissipated, as Taniguchi pulled out some of his stronger moves to get the win. However, the end came shockingly as Go hoisted TSUJI up for the Nodowa Otoshi, only for TSUJI to pull a large bone out of his trunks, before proceeding to SMASH it across the top of Go's head, causing him to tip over in a stiff, comedic fashion... TSUJI went for the pin, before scoring the big pinfall to earn his liberation!
The usually unruly TSUJI was cheered loudly by the sympathetic crowd. TAKU and Mastodon Fukuda applauded TSUJI afterwards, and said that since they were men of their words, TSUJI could now choose whatever name and character he wanted, with TAKU reminding the fans of some of his earlier choices, such as "Lion Tsuji," and "Danger Tsuji." Tsuji said he did have a new name in mind... And announced that he would now be known as....Manabe Tsuji, causing TAKU and Fukuda to both pratfall... Tsuji said that "Manabe" would now be spelled using katakana characters, rather than hirogana/kanji... TAKU and Fukuda essentially left the ring, abandoning Tsuji in the process...
- The second match saw the debut of the "Yoshida Sumo Gym," as they faced Otsuo Kayusa and Kyoshima Yosuken of STRONG RIDERS, along with Keichi Ito. YSG entered with Tetsujin leading the way, holding up a "YOSHIDA SUMO GYM" sign, while Yoshida and Kessin entered wearing very nice ceremonial kimonos. Despite being a six-man, the focus was clearly on the young wrestlers, as Yoshida and Kessin attempted to coach Tetsujin, while Kayusa and Yosuken coached Ito. In the end however, Tetsujin managed to rise to the top, and flatten the boxer with the Tetsuotoshi to give the Yoshida Sumo Gym the win. After the match, Yoshida thanked Kessin for helping them tonight, and said he'd always have a spot in the Yoshida Sumo Gym... Kessin however jokingly said he was thinking about opening the "Kessin Sumo Gym" as competition...
- The show rolled along as Mushozoku battled CHAOTICS in a high-spurt junior tag. CHAOTICS looked strong early on, with the four using some incredible double team work. The inexperience of Kazuki Sendo was also exploited, forcing Shimoda and Jaguar to have to work twice as hard to keep him from losing. However, things soon turned around for Mushozoku with the leadership of Yoshihiro Shimoda. Towards the end, eternal rivals Yoshihiro Shimoda and ATSUKA locked horns, with neither man giving up any leverage. But eventually, ATSUKA's will was broken first, as Shimoda unleashed a vicious flurry of kicks, ending with the Torokeru Knee Kick. When that wasn't enough, Shimoda finally finished ATSUKA with the Shinto Buster to keep ATSUKA's shoulders down for the three! ATSUKA made no excuses afterwards, and simply said Shimoda was the stronger wrestler tonight... Shimoda noted that FURY would be returning to his home area of Hokkaido next month, and said that he had something big in store...
- Up next, STRONG RIDERS clashed with BLACKHEARTS as Kenichiro Hujikawa and Norihiro Akashi faced Jake Bishop and Kazuma Fujita-trained Rui Kuriyama. The match focused around Akashi and Kuriyama, who have exchanged heated words in recent weeks. The two displayed the strength of young-men wrestlers early on. Later on, the two powerhouses Hujikawa and Bishop went at it in a battle over who had the strongest Axe Bomber. Both had their ups and downs against each other, but by the end, neither could establish themselves as being stronger than the other. However, this was not the case with Akashi and Kuriyama, as Kuriyama finished Akashi in a little over nine minutes after a HARD lariat to give BLACKHEARTS the win... After coming to, Akashi spoke, saying that tonight's recent has cemented his decision, and announced he would be traveling overseas for a learning expedition. Akashi said he would travel the US and Europe to gain every last bit of knowledge, and promised he wouldn't return until he was at his full potential...
- NEW FORCE faced UPRISER'Z next in a very hostile match. UPRISER'Z ran the table early on due to their wild brawling and rule breaking. However, NEW FORCE fought back, with Kamon and Kawachi using stereo planchas to take out Kaiju and RYUJI, leaving the rest in the ring. C. Bones and Okazaki's budding feud continued to fester as the two went at it. Eventually both men traded kenka kicks, with Okazaki eventually winning out. However, Bones quickly redeemed himself with a VICIOUS fireman's lift into a double knee stomach breaker. RYUJI eventually ran in to try and make the save, allowing him to get the upper hand over Bones. RYUJI eventually tried to spike Bones with the Tombstone, only for Bones to escape out of it, and connect with an uranage, followed by a VICIOUS kenka kick. With RYUJI prone, Bones finally SPIKED RYUJI vertically with a sick brainbuster, keeping RYUJI's shoulders down for three!
Kyoto Okazaki continued to run wild, even after the match. Okazaki continually began shouting expletives at Bones, including a very audible "FUCK YOU, ASSHOLE!" in English. Okazaki finally made the "belt" motion around his waist, showing interest in challenging Bones for his International Heavyweight title. Bones nodded in agreement, while mouthing, "any time!" However, the title match is far from official...
- We approached the first of two title matches tonight, as TAKU and Mastodon Fukuda aimed to succeed in their V5 defense of their F-MAX Tag Team titles against "Mr. 300%" Kazuma Fujita and "Tokyo Ace" Mitsuharu Nogami, Team GOLDEN! The match was very heated, with Fujita and Nogami being wildly cheered by the Osaka crowd, while the villainous TAKU and Fukuda earning nothing but vociferous boos. Of course, the heels immediately came rushing out of their corner the minute the bell rang, allowing them to throw Fujita and Nogami to the outside to get the upper hand... There was literally no time for pleasantries here, as Fukuda immediately began assaulting the challengers with weapons, along with sending Fujita crashing skull first into the steel ring post, causing him to be cut open! The heels continued to pick Fujita apart in the ring, with Fujita uncharacteristically being unable to fight back. Nogami finally managed to recover and make the save. The challengers finally managed mount something of a comeback, with Nogami leading the charge against TAKU. A hard exchange of forearms led to Nogami connecting with an Exploder. Nogami managed to pull off the Toky-o-Matic just seven minutes in, and nearly ended TAKU and Fukuda's tag team title reign in the process. Nogami and Fukuda took their fight to the outside, leaving TAKU and the still bleeding Fujita. But despite the crimson flow, Fujita valiantly fought back with the cheers of the Osaka fans behind him. TAKU ate three consecutive knuckle arrows from Fujita, before being dumped on the back of his head with a Backdrop! However, just as Fujita aimed to finish with his lariat, TAKU ducked, and came back with a VICIOUS spear, setting up the Jackhammer from TAKU! Rather than go for the cover, TAKU lifted the stunned Fujita to his feet, before hooking him and SPIKING him on his head with the HINOTAMA BUSTER! TAKU hooked the leg as hard as he could for the pin, ONLY FOR NOGAMI TO MAKE THE DIVING SAVE AT 2.9! TAKU was quick to pounce on Nogami, and throw him out once more. As Fujita slowly sat up in his bloody haze, TAKU finally came roaring off the ropes, before DECAPITATING FUJITA WITH THE CHOJIN BOMBER! TAKU hooked the leg again, as he SCORED THE THREE COUNT to the SHOCK of the Osaka fans! In Osaka, Fujita has been soundly decimated!
The fans reacted with a mixture of shock and boos at the result, coming just twelve-minutes into the match... TAKU and Fukuda promptly gloated for their victory, and even went as far as to smear Fujita's blood across their chests as a symbol of victory... After coming to, Fujita was helped to the back to seek medical attention...
- The all important semi final was next, as one of the corner stones of Pro-Wrestling FURY would be forced out tonight. The atmosphere was incredibly intense, as trepidation flooded among fans. Due to the nature of the match, crowd bias seemed split between both Nakata and Kubota. The early going saw a slow feeling out process, with both men seemingly gunshy. But that was quickly remedied as the two exchange hard forearms back and fourth. Nakata eventually won out, and followed with a snapmare, along with planting a HARD soccer kick between Kubota's shoulder blades. ZERO was quick to fight back with a snapmare of his own, followed by a jabbing kick to the side of Nakata's head. ZERO eventually dragged Nakata to the outside, where he proceeded to whip Nakata into the steel security railing. However, Nakata was quick to fight back, as he countered another attempt from ZERO, sending him crashing into the steel. While fighting outside, Kubota's UPRISER'Z teammates attempted to interfere, but Nakata was quickly aided by members of mushozoku. However, a major blow was struck as ZERO blocked a kick from Nakata, which then set up a knee breaker, dropping Nakata knee first across the metal railing! ZERO continued to exploit the injury as the match progressed. However, Nakata fought back bravely, with momentum slowly building on his side... That would be, however, until Kubota would simply kick his leg out from under him... After several false starts, Nakata finally bounced back after catching Kubota with a lightning fast kneel kick across the top of the head. With the crowd now mostly behind him, Nakata sucked up the pain and fired a flurry of middle kicks, burying them into Kubota's chest, before eventually connecting with a front suplex. Nakata soon tried to deal a decisive blow with the Dragon Suplex hold, but members of UPRISER'Z quickly intervened, with RYUJI, Okazaki and Shin Kaiju ambushing Nakata while TAKU distracted the referee. The three UPRISER'Z took turns crashing Nakata in the corner... However, a strange thing happened next, as ZERO kicked RYUJI in the groin, before throwing him to the outside! ZERO then leaned over the ropes, and told TAKU to keep out of the match... With both wrestlers taxed, ZERO continued to punish Nakata, and eventually connected with the GROUND ZERO, much to the reaction of the fans. However, Nakata's will was not broken yet as he kicked out quickly after two... ZERO soon called for the finish, before climbing to the top, where he came off with the KUTABARE... However, NAKATA GOT HIS KNEES UP! Nakata quickly recovered, and unleashed more kicks, before adding an exclamation point with a VICIOUS High Kick to the side of the skull! With ZERO sitting in a comatose daze, Nakata came roaring off the ropes, before FIRING A FIELD GOAL KICK to the side of ZERO's head! Nakata collapsed on top of ZERO for the pin, ONLY FOR ZERO TO SOMEHOW KICK OUT AT 2.9!!! With mixed calls for both men roaring through out the crowd, Nakata finally pulled ZERO to his feet slowly, before locking his hands around ZERO's arms... With one swift motion, Nakata HURLED ZERO over head, DROPPING HIM ON HIS HEAD WITH A RELEASE DRAGON SUPLEX! Nakata rolled through the attack, and pulled ZERO up by his arms again, this time BRIDGING WITH THE DRAGON SUPLEX HOLD, AS DECISIVE THREE COUNT IS RENDERED!
The mixed reaction only amplified, with thousands of "ZERO!" calls roaring from the fans... Within an instant, bitter-sweet tears began to form in Nakata's eyes, knowing that he has driven his greatest foe out of the FURY ring... Nakata stood there motionless for a moment while ZERO continued to lay motionless. Eventually, Nakata finally got to his feet to be tended to in his corner, while UPRISER'Z climbed in to check on ZERO... TAKU eventually took the mic, and said that both men fought bravely tonight, knowing what was at stake, but said that ZERO had an army at his control in the match, and said it was his mistake in not taking advantage... TAKU and Fukuda then helped the still groggy ZERO to his feet. TAKU recalled times years ago when ZERO would mock him for being a "weak masked manga character," and said it was ironic given tonight, as ZERO has shown to be weak. TAKU said that he became as strong as he was today because of ZERO, but said that after pinning Fujita tonight, he no longer had anything to prove, and thus, he has no purpose for ZERO Kubota, which led to TAKU VICIOUSLY lariating ZERO, causing an uproar among fans! As UPRISER'Z put the boots to the fallen ZERO, NAKATA returned, and helped fight the heels back, before driving them from the ring completely with help of other mushozoku members...
Nakata then spoke, saying that he will never forgive ZERO for what he's done, but said that he's gotten some resolution from tonight's match, and declared he wanted to abolish the stipulation, allowing ZERO to stay... However, ZERO immediately yanked the microphone away, before screaming, "FUCK YOU! I'm not a piece of shit like TAKU! As much of a heel as I am, when I make a promise, I keep to it!" ZERO's emotions soon got the best of himself, as he had a momentary breakdown, with tears flowing down his face... ZERO spoke rather somberly, and formally announced his intentions to retire from Pro-Wrestling. ZERO said that his mission in pro-wrestling is the same as his mission in life, simply to have fun. For six years he said, he's had the time of his life in the pro-wrestling ring, and said he's fulfilled nearly every dream he's had... But he admitted that for the last year and a half, pro-wrestling was no longer fun to him after the forced retirement of his best friend, TSUKYO. He cited his betrayal of HDU and ORIGIN in August as a "desperate act," but said he regretted nothing in the end. He said that he agreed to tonight's stipulations, knowing that he was never as good as Nakata, and knew he would be beaten tonight regardless... ZERO said that he never liked Nakata, and probably never will... However, he's always had respect for him, along with everyone in FURY. With tears flowing, ZERO said that from this point forward, he would simply be "Toshinori Kubota," as "ZERO Kubota" would be forever apart of the FURY ring. He said he would continue to watch from the sidelines, and wish for FURY's success in the next year. Nakata and ZERO shared one final handshake... But in one final act of defiance, Kubota punted Nakata right between the legs, before giving him the middle finger to the laughter of the crowd... Even Nakata couldn't help but crack a smile amidst his pain... Kubota pulled off both of his wrestling boots and threw them down in the ring before leaving, symbolizing his retirement...
- With emotions running high, we came to the night's main event, as Akira Takayoshi made V5 defense of his F-MAX Unified Heavyweight title against Tetsuhisa NAKAI. Both men were wildly cheered by the Osaka crowd, with the Kansai native NAKAI slightly winning out. The match was very slow building early on, with the two showing a willingness to go as long as it was needed. The early going saw the two engaging in tests of strength. The champion was no match at first, but Akira quickly showed off his underrated strength by pushing NAKAI to the limit. They then moved on to some chain wrestling, with the quicker Takayoshi controlling the tempo. Bravado began to boil over between the two, as inaudible words led to a HARD exchange of knife-edge chops. Akira did his best to keep up, but it was easier said than done, as some of NAKAI's chops echoed through the Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium like a shotgun blast. NAKAI's blistering chops gave him the first sizable edge of the match. NAKAI used what he knows best: power, as he smashed Akira in the corner with a lariat, before eventually driving Akira into the mat with a DDT. The champion eventually managed to get a footing and fight back using holds to wear his challenger down. NAKAI would attempt to come back a few times, only for Akira to act and keep him grounded. NAKAI finally was able to fight back to his feet, where he sent Akira off into the ropes, before knocking him flat on his back with a shoulder block. NAKAI landed another blow a few minutes later, after burying his knee into Akira's midsection with a kitchen sink. As the match progressed, champion and challenger continued to fight over control, with the crowd support split between the two. Things picked up shortly after the eleven-minute mark as NAKAI caught Akira on the top turnbuckle. The two traded forearms back-and-fourth, until NAKAI scored with a flurry, allowing him to connect with a SUPERPLEX! NAKAI slowly began to run away with the match as he eventually caught the champion with a HARD Powerbomb. But as NAKAI tried to finish with a lariat, Akira managed to duck-under and connect with a reverse neckbreaker, before setting up a diving knee drop across the face of the challenger! As the match progressed, tempers flared between the two as the fight spilled to the outside. In the heat of battle, NAKAI dealt severe damage by sending slamming the face of the champion into the steel ring post... But moments later, Akira returned the favor by draping NAKAI face first across the security railing. Back in the ring, Akira asserted control for the next few minutes. Akira scored with a flying crossbody to pick up a a two count. Akira later worked for his Tiger Suplex attempt, but NAKAI broke free with a flurry of back elbows, leading to a HARD series of knees to the bridge of Akira's nose! With Akira stunned, NAKAI hoisted the champion up, before connecting with the DEVIL ERUPTION! Fans sensed the end, and cried out in cheers as NAKAI went for the pin, only to be disappointed as the fighting champion kicked out at 2.5! The tide shifted yet again minutes later, after Akira frantically fought NAKAI on the top turnbuckle with a flurry of forearms, before knocking him down and ultimately connecting with a leaping missile kick! Akira followed through with his momentum by using his deadly Enzuigiris to weaken the challenger. With NAKAI stunned, Akira worked for the Tiger Suplex hold, before ultimately connecting! However, NAKAI was still strong enough to lift a shoulder up at 2.5! The time continued to pass, as it approached the thirty-minute mark. Champion and challenger appeared to be at their limits. Both men brutalized one another with sickening elbows, with welts and bruises being quite visible. Things finally escalated as the forearms led to HARD slaps across the face. The champion finally landed a HARD shot, provoking NAKAI to ROAR with a STRONG-ARM LARIAT! Akira however stumbled to his feet and came charging back at NAKAI, COLLIDING INTO HIM WITH A LARIAT OF HIS OWN! NAKAI wobbled, but remained standing, prompting Akira to try again. But this time, NAKAI SHORT-CHANGED HIM WITH ANOTHER LARIAT, TAKING THE CHAMPION OFF HIS FEET! NAKAI pulled the groggy Akira up, before hoisting him up, and connecting with ANOTHER DEVIL ERUPTION! NAKAI rolled Akira over while hooking the leg, ONLY FOR AKIRA TO KICK OUT AT 2.9! With loud cries of support, NAKAI slowly dragged Akira up once more, before hoisting him across his shoulders... In a quick and violent motion, NAKAI shifted Akira into the air, before SPIKING HIM VERTICALLY WITH THE MAX BULLET! NAKAI rolled across Akira's limp body as Edd Sasaki COUNTED THE THREE! NAKAI becomes the first FURY native in over three years to become the F-MAX Heavyweight Champion!
The Osaka fans ROARED in cheers and calls as people rushed the ring to tend on the two. As NAKAI was helped to his feet, chants of "NA-KA-I!" erupted from the fans in celebration of the new F-MAX Heavyweight Champion... The usually stoic NAKAI was full of emotion after being awarded the championship. As the post-match interview began, NAKAI immediately called out to Akira, who was being carried away. NAKAI exclaimed, "Akira! For three years, You've carried the FURY symbol further than Nakata, myself, or anybody else... For all of your hard work, I think you... We all thank you!" This prompted an eruption of calls for Akira... NAKAI said that it was strange being in this position, feeling that he wasn't worthy of being here due to his past mistakes. However, he said that his mission of atoning for his sins will continue, even as the F-MAX Heavyweight Champion. Before NAKAI could continue, he was suddenly interrupted by YOSHIHIRO SHIMODA, who appealed to be the first challenger to NAKAI's crown! NAKAI acknowledged Shimoda's strength, even as a Junior Heavyweight, and accepted the challenge! Shimoda further appealed for the match to take place in his home region of Hokkaido on 10/15, which NAKAI again accepted...
"REBIRTH of FURY ~ GENESIS NEW CHAPTER"
September 21, 2008
Osaka - Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium
7,000 Fans (Super No Vacancy Full House)
1. LIBERATION FOR TSUJI?: GENJIN TSUJI beat Go Taniguchi (7:09) by pinfall after a bone attack.
2. Masafuji Yoshida, Chikao Kessin & Tetsujin beat Otsuo Kayusa, Kyoshima Yosuken & Keichi Ito (8:02) when Tetsujin used the Tetsuotoshi on Ito.
3. Yoshihiro Shimoda, Jet Jaguar, Kinniku Kamen Nisei & Kazuki Sendo beat ATSUKA, YAKUTA, Kotaro Ota & Fumihiko Shirai (11:57) when Shimoda used the Shinto Buster on ATSUKA.
4. STRONG RIDERS VS. BLACKHEARTS: Jake Bishop [BLACKHEARTS] & Rui Kuriyama [BLACKHEARTS] beat Kenichiro Hujikawa & Norihiro Akashi (9:13) when Kuriyama used the Kuri Lariat on Akashi.
5. Naoyuki Watanabe, Etsuya Kawachi, Hidaka Kamon & C. Bones [WCC] beat Daisuke Iwata, Kyoto Okazaki, Shin Kaiju & RYUJI (12:55) when Bones used a brainbuster on RYUJI.
6. F-MAX Tag Team Titles: TAKU & Mastodon Fukuda (c) beat "Mr. 300%" Kazuma Fujita & "Tokyo Ace" Mitsuharu Nogami (12:19) when TAKU used the Chojin Bomber on Fujita in their V5 defense.
7. DEAD OR ALIVE IN OSAKA ~ LOSER LEAVES FURY: Hiroaki Nakata beat ZERO Kubota (19:31) with a Dragon Suplex hold.
8. F-MAX Unified Heavyweight Title: Tetsuhisa NAKAI beat Akira Takayoshi (c) (33:57) with the MAX BULLET to become the 8th champion.
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