Speedball Mike Bailey emerged victorious in the All Star Junior Festival tournament on August 19th, and wasted no time in calling out Hiromu Takahashi for a shot at the IWGP Junior Heavyweight title. The intense tournament saw some incredible matchups and high-flying action, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
The first round of the tournament kicked off with a heated battle between Kevin Knight and Clark Connors. The former LA Dojo friends went all out with a flurry of hard-hitting moves, but it was Knight who ultimately secured the victory with a series of cradles. However, his post-match actions, including a No Chaser onto the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag title belt, raised questions about his eligibility to advance further in the tournament.
In the second semifinal, Francesco Akira faced off against Mike Bailey in a high-speed exchange of offense. Both competitors showcased their agility and athleticism, but it was Bailey who came out on top with a tornado kick and a Flamingo Driver.
The stage was set for an intense final showdown between Bailey and Knight. Despite Knight’s taped ribs, he took risks and went all out, but Bailey’s relentless offense proved too much to handle. Bailey delivered a series of devastating moves, including moonsault double knees and a cross armbreaker, eventually securing the victory with a Flamingo Driver.
After the match, Bailey praised Knight for his performance, stating that he was well on his way to becoming one of the best wrestlers in the world. He also addressed the perception that being a junior heavyweight meant being lesser than, emphasizing that junior heavyweights have proven themselves to be some of the best wrestlers in the world.
Looking ahead, Bailey turned his attention to the upcoming Multiverse United 2 event, where he will team up with Hiromu Takahashi to take on Lio Rush and Trey Miguel in a tag team match. Bailey expressed his excitement for the match and his desire to challenge for the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship. Hiromu responded positively, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the announcement of a date and venue for their title match.
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