Hiromu Takahashi was forced to vacate his IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship recently. Takahashi has been on the shelf since a botched suplex spot at the G1 Special in San Fransico. During his match with Dragon Lee, Takahashi was dropped on his head and suffered neck damage.
An update from NJPW1972.com would eventually state Takahashi will likely be out of action until May-August 2019.
Today, Takahashi sent out an update of sorts to fans. In the video, Takahashi seems to be communicating that his pet toy cat, Darryl Takahashi, has found a love interest named Carol.
Darryl Takahashi and Hiromu Takahashi
Darryl Takahashi is no stranger to injuries either. He was torn to shreds by Bad Luck Fale on an NJPW tour earlier this year.
IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship
Due to Takahashi’s injury, he was forced to vacate the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship. A 4-man tournament featuring the last 4 champions (minus Takahashi) was announced. Kushida defeated Bushi in the first semi-final match. The second semi-final match takes place Sunday when Will Ospreay and Marty Scurll clash in Long Beach.
Takahashi’s Los InGobernables de Japon faction is currently feuding with Suzuki-Gun. The two factions will clash in tag-team action at Fighting Spirit Unleashed.
