Wrestle Dynasty 2025 is a joint event presented by New Japan Pro-Wrestling, All Elite Wrestling, World Wonder Ring Stardom, Ring of Honor, and Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre. This NJPW, STARDOM, AEW, ROH, CMLL crossover show is scheduled for January 5, 2025 at the Tokyo Dome in Tokyo, Japan. Follow along here for spoilers and information on the event's card, lineup of matches and news regarding the pay-per-view.
The International Women’s Cup final at Wrestle Dynasty is set to showcase a thrilling four-way clash featuring AEW’s Willow Nightingale, CMLL’s Persephone, ROH’s Athena, and Stardom’s Momo Watanabe. With a women’s championship match opportunity from any of the participating promotions on the line, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Each competitor brings a unique style to the ring, making this an unpredictable and dynamic bout. Being on the undercard, this match has the potential to steal the show and set the tone for the evening’s action. The winning promotion will gain major bragging rights but, for the victor, the reward is personal – a massive career opportunity to challenge for gold on the global stage. This match promises to deliver high stakes, incredible storytelling, and unforgettable moments.
Kenny Omega’s highly anticipated return to Japan and The Tokyo Dome at Wrestle Dynasty sees him collide with Gabe Kidd in a match that promises to be unforgettable. When Omega last graced Japanese soil, Kidd was still cutting his teeth as an NJPW Young Lion, honing his craft and paying his dues in the dojo. Now, Kidd has emerged as a breakout star, ready to test himself against one of the most decorated and influential wrestlers of the modern era. The match carries an aura of prestige that even events like Forbidden Door have yet to replicate, as it pits two competitors from vastly different trajectories against each other on wrestling’s most hallowed stage. For Omega, it’s a homecoming that rekindles his legendary NJPW legacy. For Kidd, it’s a chance to etch his name in the annals of wrestling history by going toe-to-toe with a global icon.
At Wrestle Dynasty, NJPW’s Zack Sabre Jr. and AEW’s Ricochet are set to deliver a dream match that has fans buzzing with anticipation. For Ricochet, this marks his return to Japan after a lengthy WWE stint, reigniting memories of his groundbreaking performances in NJPW, including his iconic clashes alongside Will Ospreay that redefined modern wrestling. Facing the technical wizardry of Sabre Jr., Ricochet has the chance to add another career-defining moment to his résumé. Sabre Jr., fresh from defending the IWGP Heavyweight Championship at Wrestle Kingdom 19 the night before, enters this match with momentum and a point to prove, regardless of whether he retains his title. The stakes are personal and professional, as both wrestlers look to outshine each other on one of the biggest stages in wrestling. Ricochet’s return to the Japanese audience, coupled with Sabre’s precision and tenacity, ensures this encounter will be a perfect storm of technique, flair, and masterful storytelling.
