NJPW G1 CLIMAX 35 8/1/25 – August 1 2025

NJPW G1 CLIMAX 35 August 1 2025

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Date: Friday, August 1, 2025
Location: Sunmesse Kagawa, Takamatsu, Kagawa, Japan
Start Time: 6:30 PM JST (10:30 AM ET | 3:30 PM UK | 2:30 AM PT)

Match Card – A Block Showdowns & Tag Matches:

The ninth night of G1 Climax 35 delivered another hard-hitting round of A Block action, along with key tag team previews:

A Block Singles Matches:

• Callum Newman (4 pts) vs. SANADA (4 pts)
• Ryohei Oiwa (6 pts) vs. EVIL (6 pts)
• Boltin Oleg (6 pts) vs. David Finlay (2 pts)
• Taichi (4 pts) vs. Yota Tsuji (8 pts)
• Hiroshi Tanahashi (4 pts) vs. Yuya Uemura (6 pts) – Main Event

Undercard Tag Matches:

• Shota Umino & Katsuya Murashima vs. YOSHI-HASHI & Shoma Kato
• Drilla Moloney & Taiji Ishimori vs. Konosuke Takeshita & Rocky Romero
• El Phantasmo & Jado vs. Shingo Takagi & Daiki Nagai
• Zack Sabre Jr. & Hartley Jackson vs. Great O-Khan & Jakob Austin Young

Key Match Reviews:

Main Event – Tanahashi vs. Uemura

Tanahashi chased his 100th G1 win in this bout against Uemura. Despite age and injury history, the Ace showed heart. Uemura, tied in the standings before this match, was focused and aggressive, trying to stake his claim as a new generation star.

Tsuji vs. Taichi

Yota Tsuji entered as the A Block leader with 8 points. Taichi, trailing with 4, brought urgency and experience. A victory for Tsuji here could cement his playoff position early—fans saw an intense back-and-forth that kept the crowd on edge.

High Stakes for Others:

• Oiwa vs. EVIL featured two top contenders at 6 points each—winner would jump near the top.
• Boltin Oleg vs. David Finlay was do-or-die for Finlay. He entered with just 2 points, and anything less than a win would threaten elimination.
• SANADA vs. Callum Newman delivered flashy athleticism and technical precision—both needed a victory to stay relevant in the block.

Venue Info:

• Arena: Sunmesse Kagawa, Takamatsu
• Attendance: Moderate but passionate crowd in Kagawa
• Broadcast: Live on NJPW World with Japanese and English commentary
• Time Zones: 6:30 PM JST | 10:30 AM ET | 3:30 PM UK

A Block Standings (Pre-Match):

• Yota Tsuji – 8 pts
• 2nd Tier: Oiwa, Oleg, Uemura, EVIL – 6 pts
• Midfield: Tanahashi, SANADA, Taichi, Newman – 4 pts
• David Finlay – 2 pts (Must-win situation)

Every match from this night could shift the landscape of the A Block, with five men clustered at 6 points and just three nights left in block competition.

Final Thoughts:

G1 Climax 35 Night 9 was full of urgency, surprises, and rising tension:

• Tanahashi’s milestone chase continued with heart and fire.
• Yota Tsuji remains the breakout star of A Block with unmatched momentum.
• David Finlay is on the brink of elimination and must regroup quickly.
• New stars like Oleg and Uemura are proving they belong in the G1 spotlight.

With the tournament heading into the second half, each point gained or lost becomes more meaningful. Day 9 served as a critical pivot for many in the A Block.