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APR.16.2023

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Tanahashi, TJP off Philadelphia card; STRONG Tag Championship match decided 【NJoA】

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Hiroshi Tanahashi, who was scheduled to tag with Lio Rush and Tomohiro Ishii against Aussie Open and TJP tonight in Philadelphia, sustained an injury during Capital Collision Saturday and will be unable to compete.

Additionally, TJP is unable to attend due to travel issues.

We deeply apologise to fans who were looking forward to seeing Tanahashi and TJP wrestle and appreciate your understanding. 

In the wake of this news, Aussie Open have agreed to defend their STRONG Openweight Tag team Championships, with the following card change made

9th Match

Hiroshi Tanahashi, Lio Rush & Tomohiro Ishii vs Mark Davis, Kyle Fletcher & TJP–>

STRONG Openweight Tag Team Championships: Lio Rush & Tomohiro Ishii vs Mark Davis & Kyle Fletcher

 

Further, Hiroshi Tanahashi will now be available for a special meet and greet with fans at the 2300 Arena, with details published separately. 

We join fans in wishing Tanahashi a full and fast recovery. 

 

 

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