NFW Trauma #120 - 08/19/2023!

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Arsenal vs. The Kerry Family

The Kerry Family jump Arsenal to begin the match. Jericho knocks both Bethany and Ashley over the top and Deedray hits a dropkick that sends Jeszika into the ropes. Valereigh follows with a clothesline that sends Jeszika over the top out onto the apron. Deadray comes in with another dropkick and Jeszika falls to the floor. Deedray grabs the ropes and slingshots herself over the top into a senton splash on Jeszika on the floor. Bethany and Ashley dive back into the ring and knock Valereigh down with a double shoulder tackle. Jericho drops them with a double lariat and then drops an elbow on Bethany. He covers Bethany.


Jericho gets up and Bethany and Ashley give him a double kick to the gut and then follow with Ireland’s Kiss. Bethany covers him.


Ashley starts to fight Valereigh off. Jericho gets up and Bethany pulls him down into an inside cradle.


Jeszika comes back in and drops Deedray with a clothesline. Valereigh drops Jeszika with one of her own. Ashley hits Valereigh from behind. Jericho knocks Ashley on her ass. Bethany goes for an O’Connor roll but Jericho shrugs her off. Bethany comes back at him and Jericho catches her with a knee followed by a big powerbomb. Jericho covers.


Jericho throws Ashley and Jeszika to opposite ropes. Bethany gets up and the Kerry Family catch her with Family Forever. Deedray takes Ashley over the top. Valereigh takes Jeszika over the top. Jericho covers Bethany.


Madoka Kawada: Here are your winners, the NFW Trios Champions, Deedray, Valereigh and Jericho…The Kerry Family!

Coda vs. Cherry Blackman

Coda and Cherry start exchanging punches, Cherry looking for a chance to take Coda to the mat while Coda simply moves her feet to keep ahead of the takedown. Cherry starts to shoot in and Coda catches her with a wicked kick to the face. Cherry falls to a knee and Coda jumps into a rolling cradle.


The two get to their feet and start trading strikes as the crowd cringes at every impact made between the two. Coda goes for a big kick. Cherry catches her leg and looks to hit Coda low. Coda jumps into an enziguri and Cherry goes down hard. Coda jumps on for a cover.


The two start up to their feet and Cherry clotheslines Coda damn near out of her boots. Cherry covers.


Cherry low blows Coda and starts to roll her up. Coda rolls away and Cherry pulls some object from the corner. As she does, Risa Lemon and Arley Kirk run down to the ringside area. Arley jumps up onto the apron where the referee moves in to stop her. Risa jumps up and takes the object from Cherry. Jamie Austin and Adrianna Salvatore jump the guardrail and pull Risa and Arley down. The referee throws his hands up as he watches all the outside activity. Coda goes for the Sonata Knee. Cherry ducks it and as she does. Lana Corvin comes in and catches Coda with the Murder Flight lariat. Cherry grabs Coda as Lana slips out to the floor. Cherry hits the Circuit Breaker.


Madoka Kawada: Here is your winner…Cherry Blackman!

With Coda, Lemon and Kirk all down, Corvin, Austin and Salvatore come back into the ring and toss Cherry a Legacies t-shirt. Cherry looks at it, nods and puts it on.

Seth Ernst: What in the world?!

Miranda Augustino: Wait a minute!

Lucas Knox: Cherry Blackman is joining Legacies?!

Miranda Augustino: Cherry Blackman is joining Legacies!!

Seth Ernst: What’s the motivation behind this?!

Once the shirt is donned, Blackman is welcomed with embraces from Austin, Salvatore and Corvin before the four of them leave the ring.

=For The Genesis Championship=

Takashi Shinobu vs.Otto Nova ©

The atmosphere inside Tokyo's Korakuen Hall was electric as the crowd eagerly anticipated the NFW Genesis Championship match. Takashi Shinobu, determined and focused, stood at one corner, his eyes locked on the defending champion, Otto Nova, who exuded confidence and intensity. The bell rang, signaling the start of the match, and the two competitors cautiously circled each other.

Nova, the crafty champion, attempted to dictate the pace with his technical prowess, aiming to ground his opponent. Takashi, however, displayed his agility and speed, countering Otto's grappling with swift transitions and evasive maneuvers. The opening minutes were a display of skillful back-and-forth exchanges, each competitor showcasing their respective strengths.

As the match progressed, the intensity escalated. Takashi unleashed a flurry of strikes, including knife-edge chops and quick kicks that rocked Otto. The champion weathered the storm and retaliated with impactful maneuvers of his own, executing a stunning Super Flip Piledriver that garnered a close two-count. The crowd erupted in applause, appreciating the high-caliber action on display.

With the clock ticking down and less than half of the allotted time remaining, Otto Nova capitalized on an opening. He managed to catch Takashi in a sudden CRAZED DAZE superkick "outta nowhere," stunning the challenger. Otto seized the opportunity to launch a high-risk attack, ascending the turnbuckle for his signature Shock Splash. The impact was devastating, but Takashi showed his resilience by kicking out just in time.

The match approached its final minutes, and the tension was palpable. Both competitors pushed their limits, exchanging near falls and engaging in a dramatic struggle for supremacy. Takashi rallied with a remarkable flurry of offense, culminating in a picturesque Blue Thunder Bomb that had the audience on their feet. The referee's count came agonizingly close to three, but Otto defiantly kicked out.

As the clock continued to tick down, Otto Nova shifted the momentum in his favor. With less than five minutes remaining, he managed to trap Takashi in his signature Octavius Lock submission hold. The Korakuen Hall erupted in anticipation as Takashi fought to escape the excruciating hold. The challenger's resistance was admirable, but the pain became too much to bear. With mere minutes left, Takashi reluctantly tapped out, and the referee signaled for the bell.


Madoka Kawada: Here is your winner and STILL the NFW Genesis Champion…Otto Nova!

Otto Nova retained the NFW Genesis Championship in a hard-fought battle that left both competitors and the audience breathless. The victorious champion celebrated his successful title defense, while Takashi Shinobu displayed remarkable sportsmanship, acknowledging the crowd's applause as he exited the ring. The NFW Genesis division had once again delivered a spectacular showcase of talent and determination, leaving a lasting memory in the hearts of wrestling fans in Tokyo and beyond.

KJ Lindsay vs. Jaxson King

The two men start trading shots, Jaxson landing clubbing shots before KJ lands a couple of kicks that stagger the bigger man. Jaxson lands a discus lariat and KJ goes down hard. Jaxson covers.


Jaxson pulls KJ up and the two start trading blows again. Eventually, Jaxson shoots KJ off to the ropes and then catches him on the rebound for the Pinnacle. Jaxson covers.


Jaxson starts to pull KJ up and gets pulled down into a surprise inside cradle.


Jaxson starts up and KJ gets him for an O’Connor roll.


KJ is propelled into the ropes and Jaxson looks for the Battering Ram. KJ ducks it and keeps running. He rebounds off the far ropes and comes back for a running knee. The two both get up with Jaxson a little wobbly. KJ hits the Hail Mary and covers.


They get up and KJ hits Cruise Control.


Madoka Kawada: Here is your winner, KJ Linsday!!

Seth Ernst: Hey, no! Wait a minute!! Jaxson King!

KJ gets to his feet and the referee raises his arm. Jaxson gets up and clocks KJ from behind. Jaxson grabs him and hits the Meltdown. He steps back and glares down at KJ menacingly.

Miranda Augustino: Someone ain’t happy!

Lucas Knox: Well, KJ Lindsay may have won the match but Jaxson King is obviously the one standing tall tonight!

=For The NFW Championship=

Adrianna Salvatore vs. Stacy Jones ©

The atmosphere in Tokyo's Korakuen Hall was electric, the anticipation palpable as the main event of the evening was about to unfold. The NFW Championship hung in the balance as "The Unbreakable One" Stacy Jones, the reigning champion, faced off against the formidable challenger, "The Nova Queen" Adrianna Salvatore. The crowd roared with excitement as the bell rang, signaling the start of the highly anticipated match.


The two competitors locked eyes, a mix of determination and respect evident in their gaze. The feeling-out process began, both women showcasing their technical prowess with chain wrestling and counters. Adrianna attempted to assert her dominance early, utilizing her striking ability and employing stiff kicks, knees, and elbows to keep Stacy at bay.

Stacy, known for her resiliency, weathered the storm and turned the tide with her high-flying agility. She executed a picture-perfect hurricanrana followed by a shining wizard that sent Adrianna reeling. The Korakuen Hall erupted in cheers as Stacy capitalized on her momentum, unleashing a barrage of European uppercuts and a flashy Fosbury flop that left Adrianna stunned.

Adrianna, however, showcased her own versatility, countering a springboard tornado flatliner attempt with a well-timed knee strike. The momentum shifted once again, with Adrianna delivering a devastating Powerbomb out of a Ranger Roll. The crowd held its collective breath as Stacy summoned every ounce of determination to kick out just in the nick of time, the near fall adding another layer of drama to the match.

The action continued to intensify as both competitors threw caution to the wind. Stacy's signature RWYA diving corkscrew stunner brought the crowd to its feet, but Adrianna displayed her tenacity by kicking out, refusing to stay down. Adrianna fired back with her Ground Zero finisher, lifting Stacy for the suplex powerbomb. The impact was thunderous, and the arena trembled as Stacy kicked out at the last possible moment, sending shockwaves through the audience.

As the match reached its climax, the energy inside Korakuen Hall reached a fever pitch. Adrianna seized the moment, launching herself off the ropes to execute her 1994 TA01 Superman Punch, only to be met with a sudden Bat-Hammer from Stacy. The impact echoed through the arena, and Adrianna rebounded into the ropes, dazed and disoriented.

Adrianna, showing incredible resilience, attempted to regain control with her Rogue Planet V-Trigger, but Stacy countered with lightning-fast reflexes, delivering a Bat Hammer that sent Adrianna crashing into the ropes. Capitalizing on her advantage, Stacy executed her Unbowed signature, leaving Adrianna sprawled on the mat.

With the crowd on their feet, Stacy ascended the turnbuckle, the anticipation building for the final sequence. She soared through the air, executing her RWYA diving corkscrew stunner for the second time in the match. The impact was met with a resounding thud, and the referee's hand slapped the mat for the three-count.


Madoka Kawada: Here is your winner and STILL the NFW Champion…Stacy Jones!

Seth Ernst: An outstanding main event matchup for such a prestigious venue!

Lucas Knox: That could have gone either way! Wow!

Miranda Augustino: For damn sure!! Adrianna Salvatore came so close but Stacy Jones proved that she is Unbreakable! That’s our show for tonight! Adios, damas y caballeros!

The crowd erupted in cheers as "The Unbreakable One" Stacy Jones retained the NFW Championship in a hard-fought battle against "The Walking Apocalypse" Adrianna Salvatore. Both competitors lay exhausted in the ring, a testament to their indomitable spirits and unwavering determination. As the arena reverberated with applause, Stacy celebrated her victory, holding the championship high above her head in a display of triumph and honor. Meanwhile, Adrianna made her retreat from the ring, clutching her ribs and neck as she silently fumed over the defeat, shoving the camera man out of the way. The main event had delivered all that was promised and more, a fitting conclusion to an unforgettable evening of wrestling action in Tokyo's Korakuen Hall.