New Japan Pro-Wrestling has announced two star-studded bouts for its NJPW Strong New Japan Showdown event, which will be held in Philadel[hia’s 2300 Arena.
On October 16, the first night of the two-night show, Chris Dickinson will face Minoru Suzuki. The promotion also announced that Alex Zayne will face former IWGP World Heavyweight Champion Will Ospreay in a singles match on Night Two (10/17.)
The official announcement from the NJPW website is as follows:
NIGHT ONE, October 16: Dickinson vs Suzuki!
A first time ever singles encounter will see the Dirty Daddy Chris Dickinson go toe to toe with Minoru Suzuki. At one point scheduled for independent events before the COVID pandemic disrupted the entire wrestling world, NJPW STRONG can now bring about this fated dream match. Dickinson is as respected as they come as a striker and grappler, but can he match up with the King? This is an encounter you will need to witness live and in person at the 2300 Arena next month!
NIGHT TWO October 17: Zayne vs Ospreay!
Night two in Philadelphia will see Alex Zayne in singles action against “IWGP World Heavyweight Champion” Will Ospreay. Alex Zayne was a viral sensation when he first got the opportunity to compete in NJPW STRONG, and after a brief sojourn to WWE, returns to STRONG with a huge test awaiting him. Whether his title claims are legitimate or not, Ospreay is indisputably one of the best wrestlers in the world, but could Zayne surprise the Commonwealth kingpin in Philly?
Stay tuned for more Showdown announcements in the weeks to come!
Showdown Match Announcement❗️❗️❗️@DirtyDickinson faces @suzuki_D_minoru on NIGHT ONE 10/16 in Philly!
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— NJPW of America (@NJPWofAmerica) September 15, 2021
The updated cards for both nights are as follows:
NJPW STRONG Showdown in Philadelphia Night One (10/16)
- Chris Dickinson vs. Minoru Suzuki
NJPW STRONG Showdown in Philadelphia Night Two (10/17)
- Will Ospreay vs. Alex Zayne
Lance Archer has also been announced for the second night of the show, but his opponent has not been revealed yet.
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