NJPW G1 Climax 35 Day 12 8/5/2025 – August 5 2025

NJPW G1 Climax 35 Day 12 August 5 2025

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Date: August 5, 2025
Venue: Takamatsu City General Gymnasium, Takamatsu, Kagawa, Japan
Time: 6:30 PM JST / 2:30 PM PKT / 10:30 AM BST / 5:30 AM ET

Match Card – Tournament Matches:

A Block:

• Shota Umino vs Yota Tsuji
• Ren Narita vs Gabe Kidd
• Kaito Kiyomiya vs Chase Owens
• SANADA vs Taichi

B Block:

• Kazuchika Okada vs Great-O-Khan
• Tetsuya Naito vs El Phantasmo
• Hirooki Goto vs Shane Haste
• Tama Tonga vs Will Ospreay

Event Review:

The action on Day 12 of NJPW’s G1 Climax 35 kept fans on the edge of their seats with gripping contests and intense block competition. With the standings tightening, every match carried high stakes.

• Shota Umino and Yota Tsuji delivered a spirited opener that highlighted their rivalry and growth. Umino scored the win in a fast-paced technical clash.
• Ren Narita vs Gabe Kidd was as physical as expected. Kidd’s ruthless aggression earned him a gritty victory, keeping him in contention.
• Kaito Kiyomiya bounced back against Chase Owens, showing sharp offense and ring awareness to get the win and stay alive in the A Block race.
• In a tightly contested battle, SANADA edged out Taichi, relying on his experience and composure to grab a crucial two points.

For B Block:

• Kazuchika Okada outwrestled Great-O-Khan in a calculated encounter, once again showcasing his championship-caliber form.
• Tetsuya Naito vs El Phantasmo was full of charisma and unpredictability. Naito ultimately triumphed with his signature Destino, gaining momentum late in the tournament.
• Shane Haste picked up a surprise win over Hirooki Goto, turning heads and adding some chaos to the B Block leaderboard.
• The main event, Tama Tonga vs Will Ospreay, was a high-octane war. Ospreay’s innovation and timing led him to victory in another fantastic G1 showcase.

Venue Atmosphere:

The Takamatsu City General Gymnasium once again served as a lively setting for the G1. The crowd brought energy to every bout, helping raise the stakes as the tournament continues.

Final Thoughts:

G1 Climax 35 Day 12 delivered strong performances across the board. Wrestlers like Okada, SANADA, and Ospreay continue to shine as favorites, while others like Gabe Kidd and Shane Haste are proving they’re not to be overlooked. As the G1 enters its final stages, the pressure is on — and the excitement is only growing.