It appears New Japan Pro Wrestling is bringing the heavy hitters for their return to North America.
NJPW is holding an event today (Feb. 10) dubbed “The New Beginning in Osaka.” The event features an IWGP Heavyweight title bout between champion Kazuchika Okada and SANADA. NEVER Openweight champion Hiroki Goto puts his gold on the line against EVIL. Also, IWGP Junior Heavyweight title holder Will Ospreay defends his crown against Hiromu Takahashi.
While the night is producing some solid action, it also had a surprise. During the event a video package played and former WWE champion Rey Mysterio appeared. He challenged fellow wrestling legend Jushin Thunder Liger to a match at Strong Style Evolved. Liger was seen at the Japanese commentary table and he seemed to be intrigued by the challenge.
Strong Style Evolved takes place on March 25 inside the Walter Pyramid in Long Beach, California. Around 4,500 tickets were sold out in just 20 minutes. While no matches have been officially added to the card as of this writing, it’s safe to say we’ll be seeing Mysterio take on Liger.
Mysterio last appeared in the public eye at the WWE’s men’s Royal Rumble match. He was a surprise entrant, taking the 27th spot.
