NJPW New Japan Soul 2025 Day 2 6/19/25 – June 19 2025
NJPW New Japan Soul 2025 Day 2 June 19 2025
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Date: Thursday, June 19, 2025
Start Time: 7:00 PM JST
Location: Hachinohe East Municipal Gymnasium, Aomori, Japan
Featured Matches:
- Main Event: El Phantasmo, Shota Umino & Hirooki Goto vs. TMDK (Zack Sabre Jr., Hartley Jackson & Ryohei Oiwa)
- Veteran Showcase: Tiger Mask, Tomohiro Ishii & Hiroshi Tanahashi vs. War Dogs (Gedo, Drilla Moloney & Gabe Kidd)
- Faction Warfare: House of Torture vs. NJPW’s Young Core
- Opening Spotlight: Young Lion debut bout
Match Highlights:
El Phantasmo, Umino & Goto vs. TMDK
This trios contest combined chaos and control. Shota Umino continues to rise, showing grit next to the seasoned Goto. El Phantasmo’s unorthodox flair proved too much for TMDK, sealing a decisive win.
Tanahashi, Ishii & Tiger Mask vs. War Dogs
A match driven by legacy and pride. Despite underhanded tactics by War Dogs, the fan-favorite trio fought back in style—Tanahashi’s heart, Ishii’s power, and Tiger Mask’s resilience were on full display.
House of Torture Segment
H.O.T. leaned into their villainous reputation, using distractions and illegal tags to dominate the matchup. Their momentum seems unstoppable for now.
Young Lion Match
Fresh talent had the spotlight early, impressing with textbook NJPW intensity. Still raw, but packed with potential.
Venue Vibes:
Hachinohe’s gymnasium provided a close-quarters feel, giving fans premium views and reactions. The crowd matched the energy in-ring—especially during the veterans’ entrances.
Final Thoughts:
Day 2 brought a balance of experience and fresh energy. NJPW delivered compelling in-ring storytelling while advancing its rivalries. With names like Tanahashi, ELP, and Umino on fire, the Soul tour remains unmissable.