nofuture Posted September 30, 2021 Share Posted September 30, 2021 Come off some pretty serious injuries, I don't know if full time in the US would be very likely. I can see her freelance in Japan on a lesser schedule than what Stardom is currently doing. It really depends on if her leaving was her choice or the company not picking up her contract. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiji Posted September 30, 2021 Share Posted September 30, 2021 If only there were a company where she'd work 3-5 matches a month. If only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.H. Posted September 30, 2021 Share Posted September 30, 2021 Kyona in either MLW or NWA would be fun but if she came to the states then I fear she will join the Wrath of Khan James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonzombie Posted September 30, 2021 Share Posted September 30, 2021 (edited) Stars is now down to 4 women. They removed Sumire off the Oedo Tai section and the roster page. Edited September 30, 2021 by D.Z 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiji Posted September 30, 2021 Share Posted September 30, 2021 12 minutes ago, D.Z said: Stars is now down to 4 women. They removed Sumire off the Oedo Tai section and the roster page. Hmmm. She is still recuperating from her injury, right? I hope she returns to another group and doesn't retire. She's not a great worker by any stretch in the traditional sense but she's funny and has good presence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonzombie Posted September 30, 2021 Share Posted September 30, 2021 Sumire would fit in TJPW, but she is more likely to do just freelance jobs for the smaller promotions. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Stefanie Without Stefanie Posted September 30, 2021 Share Posted September 30, 2021 I adore Jungle Kyona, she was my favorite of the Stardom roster, so I hope that she's doing okay. The last 18 months or so has been a really difficult stretch for her, with her heath and I imagine the stress of Hana Kimura's passing taking its toll on her. If she's not able to maintain Stardom's schedule, I can't say I blame her. Maybe freelance would be a better option. As much as I like watching her, I hope she's healthy and happy above all else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eivion Posted September 30, 2021 Share Posted September 30, 2021 (edited) 51 minutes ago, D.Z said: Stars is now down to 4 women. They removed Sumire off the Oedo Tai section and the roster page. STARS is Mayu, Hanan, & Koguma. With Kyona gone it should be down to those 3. Who is the fourth? Edit: Never mind. Just remembered Iida. Main do they need more active members. Not surprised about Sumire. People have been noting that her interest in wrestling has been down during her recovery, and she mentioned not being sure if she would return. I figured Stardom was out at the very least due to its schedule. Edited September 30, 2021 by Eivion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonzombie Posted September 30, 2021 Share Posted September 30, 2021 (edited) Saya Lida is still 4th member even injured. In other news, Mina wants Liger to teach her how to do one of his old moves. Edited September 30, 2021 by D.Z Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonzombie Posted September 30, 2021 Share Posted September 30, 2021 (edited) TJPW WP Rika Tatsumi is back and Mahiro Kiryu is cleared from her neck injury to wrestle again. Ram Kaicho from Triple Six will make her TJPW debut. From dramaticddt.wordpress TOKYO JOSHI PRO “WRESTLE PRINCESS II”, 09/10/2021 Tokyo Ota Ward Gymnasium 1. Raku, Pom Harajuku & Ram Kaicho Vs Haruna Neko, Mahiro Kiryu & Kaya Toribami 2. 3 Way Match: Rika Tatsumi Vs Hyper Misao Vs Nodoka Tenma 3. Yuki Kamifuku & Asuka Vs Nao Kakuta & Marika Kobashi 4. Riho & Shoko Nakajima Vs Suzume & Arisu Endo 5. Special Tag Match: Aja Kong & Moka Miyamoto Vs Miu Watanabe & Yuki Arai 6. International Princess Title: Hikari Noa (c) Vs Yuki Aino 7. Princess Tag Team Titles: Sakisama & Mei Saint-Michel (c) Vs Yuka Sakazaki & Mizuki 8. Princess Of Princess Title: Miyu Yamashita (c) Vs Maki Itoh Edited September 30, 2021 by D.Z Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quackhell Posted September 30, 2021 Share Posted September 30, 2021 I hate to see Kyona leave Stardom as she was one of my favorites and I was really looking forward to her return. I hope she is able to continue her career and be healthy and happy. The Sumrie news isn't too surprising as it just seemed like more than the injury was keeping her away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonzombie Posted September 30, 2021 Share Posted September 30, 2021 (edited) Stardom very much changed from Indy to Women's version of sorta NJPW. Still number 1 for Women in Japan though. If they create the sub-brand, one of the women on the roster will have to be that brands Ace. Makes me think Tall Saya for that unnamed brand tbh, Giulia for Stardom. Kidani wanted more brands, well male brands but seems that idea is for the women now. Edited September 30, 2021 by D.Z Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eivion Posted September 30, 2021 Share Posted September 30, 2021 Honestly, not digging the idea of sub brands. Feels like something that Kidani wants mostly so Bushiroad can still do an IWGP Women's belt they talked about years ago. I suppose it could work if Stardom gets a good 50 or so people on the roster, but otherwise it just doesn't feel like a good idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nofuture Posted September 30, 2021 Share Posted September 30, 2021 The only way a sub-brand would work is if they had a big trainee/rookie class they could base it off of and Stardom hasn't been very active in getting new trainees lately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eivion Posted October 2, 2021 Share Posted October 2, 2021 (edited) Saw on reddit that Kyona did a radio show appearance in Nagoya. Apparently she is working fulltime at an advertising agency. Stardom helped her get the job. And she wants run a self-produced show in Nagoya. Edited October 2, 2021 by Eivion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lostinube Posted October 2, 2021 Share Posted October 2, 2021 Not the radio appearance but it looks like this blog post covers some of the same points. https://ameblo.jp/junglekyona/entry-12701354503.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt925 Posted October 2, 2021 Share Posted October 2, 2021 I’m watching the stardom ppv now. This is so great. Every wrestling fan should be doing themselves a favor and watching stardom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonzombie Posted October 2, 2021 Share Posted October 2, 2021 The power of Disney 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kropotkin's Beard Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 I am so far behind on my Stardom watching. Only on Night 11 of the 5☆GP, the number of dates on this tour and my stupid desire to watch it all has really helped me fall behind on pretty much everything I watch except SEAdLINNNG. But so far I'd say the standout matches are Iroha vs Nakano, Iwatani vs Watanabe, Maika vs Syuri & Syuri vs Hayashishita. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eivion Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 You're still ahead of me. I slowed down on my GP viewing a tremendous amount due to also rewatching Stargate around the same time and catching up last season's anime. Should catch up sometime this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AverageKong Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 Kyona leaving Stardom before her return is a shock, but to hear that she is possibly taking on the role of producing her own shows is exciting. Hasn't been much of that in recent yrs. Still hope a venture into the US is open. She could definitely work lighter and extend her career a few more yrs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonzombie Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 Soon Syuri vs Konami, UWF rules. Artist belts spoilers Spoiler 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Kropotkin's Beard Posted October 8, 2021 Share Posted October 8, 2021 On 10/3/2021 at 4:01 PM, D.Z said: Soon Syuri vs Konami, UWF rules. Unfortunate news, Konami is out sick so this match has been postponed. Was looking forward to it because the recent resurgence of UWF rules matches has been something I've greatly enjoyed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hagan Posted October 8, 2021 Share Posted October 8, 2021 Signed up for that Wrestle Universe deal. Anything from Tokyo Joshi Pro that is essential watching. Plan on subscribing to Stardom after G1 and catching up on the major matches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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