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WATCH: Kenny Omega's FF7 Sephiroth Ring Entrance and Costume
Kenny Omega, wrestling superstar and self-proclaimed video game fanatic, enters the ring as Sephiroth, Final Fantasy VII's main antagonist.
Sasha Banks Debuts Her Dramatic New Non-WWE Look and Name
Former WWE Superstar Sasha Banks resurfaces with a totally new look as 'Mercedes Mone' at New Japan Pro-Wrestling's Wrestle Kingdom 17.
An Antonio Inoki Movie Is in Development, NJPW Confirms
A movie based on legendary professional wrestler and New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) founder Antonio Inoki is currently in development.
Antonio Inoki Has Died - The NJPW Founder, WWE Hall of Famer Was 79
Legendary professional wrestler and promoter Antonio Inoki -- founder of New Japan Pro-Wrestling -- passes away at the age of 79.
Yen Press Acquires Comedy Manga Series Starring New Japan Pro-Wrestling
Yen Press has acquired New Japan Academy, an action-packed comedy manga series featuring the stars of New Japan Pro-Wrestling.
Doc Gallows & Karl Anderson Confirm Plans for NJPW Return
After being released from WWE, The Good Brothers, Doc Gallows and Karl Anderson, will be pulling double duty in Impact and NJPW.
New Japan Pro-Wrestling's Biggest Factions, Explained
NJPW is home to many stables, which could make things confusing for newcomers. Here's a quick look at New Japan Pro-Wrestling's biggest factions.
New Japan Pro-Wrestling’s BIGGEST Stars, Explained Part II
Part II of a brief explanation of NJPW's biggest stars, this time covering the underrated ones that newcomers might want to know about heading in.
5 WWE Superstars Who Got Their Big Break in New Japan
Since the New Japan Cup has recently started, let's look back at which WWE superstars competed in New Japan before coming to WWE.
A Great AEW & NJPW Video Game Already Exists
Wrestling fans getting impatient waiting for AEW's video game might want to check out a gem that flew under their radar.
Bullet Club: A History of Pro Wrestling’s BADDEST Faction Since nWo
The Bullet Club helped changed the face of pro wrestling. Learn how it has ties to WWE and AEW, in addition to being NJPW's top heel stable.
NJPW’s Quirky Tournament Cards, Explained
The New Japan Cup is a great entry point for new fans to jump in to NJPW. Here's a primer on some of the company's quirks.
New Japan Pro-Wrestling’s BIGGEST Stars, Explained
NJPW returns from hiatus with its annual New Japan Cup tournament. Here are the biggest names that you should know about heading into this huge event.
NJPW: The Top 5 Contenders In The New Japan Cup
The next challenger for Tetsuya Naito's double gold will be decided in the New Japan Cup. We take a look at the top 5 contenders.
NJPW Finally Returns From Pandemic Hiatus - and Reveals Its Next Event
After many months of hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, New Japan Pro Wrestling has finally announced its return to the squared circle.
NJPW Just Threw MAJOR Shade at WWE & AEW
Recent comments by NJPW's CEO look like shade thrown at WWE and AEW. Are they an indictment of the companies or just a difference in cultures?
Karl Anderson Teases Return to Japan Following WWE Release
Recently released WWE Superstar Karl Anderson has teased he may be heading back to Japan, where he was a part of NJPW's popular stable, Bullet Club.
WWE Never Had Any Idea What to Do with the OC
WWE released Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson in its latest round of cuts, admitting its failure to ever utilize them properly.
NJPW: New Japan Is Still on Hiatus - Catch Up With These MUST-SEE Matches
Due to COVID-19, NJPW has been on a hiatus since the beginning of March. Here's what fans can watch to remedy their withdrawals in the meantime.
NJPW Cancels All New Japan Cup Tour Dates, Will Reschedule Later in 2020
As more and more events and festivals are either postponed or canceled, NJPW has pulled the plug on New Japan Cup Tour due to coronavirus.