Jeff Cobb and Zack Sabre Jr. are making waves in the D Block of the New Japan Pro-Wrestling G1 Climax tournament. With only two matches left to go, these two competitors are sitting atop the standings and are looking to secure their spots in the next round.
In the latest action from Aichi on July 30, Jeff Cobb faced off against Toru Yano in the first match of the group. Yano, known for his unorthodox tactics, managed to catch Cobb off guard with a can of beer and a can of disinfectant spray to the eyes. This distraction allowed Yano to execute an inside cradle and secure his first win of the tournament. Despite the loss, Cobb still holds the top spot in the D Block with an undefeated record.
Meanwhile, Zack Sabre Jr. faced off against Shane Haste in a technical showcase. Sabre gained the early advantage by targeting Haste’s wrist, but Haste fought back with his powerful strikes. The match was a back-and-forth affair, with both competitors exchanging hard-hitting moves. In the end, Sabre was able to counter Haste’s Bomb Valley Death into a triangle submission, forcing Haste to tap out and securing the victory. With this win, Sabre is tied with Cobb at the top of the D Block standings.
Other matches in the D Block saw Hiroshi Tanahashi defeat Hirooki Goto in a hard-fought battle. Tanahashi showcased his high-flying offense, hitting a top rope Dragon Screw and a High Fly Flow to secure the victory. Tetsuya Naito also emerged victorious in his match against Alex Coughlin, using his signature Destino maneuver to put Coughlin away.
As the G1 Climax tournament continues, the competition in the D Block is heating up. In the upcoming matches, Hiroshi Tanahashi will face Alex Coughlin, Tetsuya Naito will take on Zack Sabre Jr., Jeff Cobb will meet Hirooki Goto, and Shane Haste will face Toru Yano. These matches will be crucial in determining who will advance to the next round of the tournament.
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Originally posted at New Japan Pro-Wrestling