New Japan Pro-Wrestling’s KENTA is set to debut at MLW Blood & Thunder event in St Petersburg, Florida on July 12. Here is the official announcement:
The colossal match between KENTA and Bobby Fish is set at MLW Blood & Thunder in St Petersburg, Florida on July 12
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The thrilling match-up, KENTA vs. Bobby Fish, has been announced for the first round of the Opera Cup at MLW Blood & Thunder’24, originating from the iconic Coliseum in St. Petersburg, Florida on Friday, July 12, by Major League Wrestling (MLW).
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In addition to the live audience, fans around the globe can stream this momentous bout live from St. Petersburg, Florida via MLW’s YouTube Channel.
KENTA is scheduled to make an eagerly awaited debut at MLW against the formidable opponent Bobby Fish at MLW Blood & Thunder on July 12. This isn’t just any match, it’s a part of the intense Opera Cup tournament, elevating the stakes.
Standing for New Japan Pro-Wrestling, KENTA is bringing his highly-regarded fighting skills to the MLW’s grand platform. Under the alias of “Lil’K,” KENTA has an impressive fighting record that includes:
The credit of being a GHC Heavyweight Champion once
Record of being the IWGP United States Heavyweight Champion once
Recognition of being the IWGP Tag Team Champion twice
Title of NEVER Openweight Champion once
Two-time STRONG Openweight Champion
Victory as GHC Junior Heavyweight Champion thrice
Proud achievement of GHC Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champion thrice
A notable time as a GHC Tag Team Champion
The creator and master of the iconic Go To Sleep move, KENTA is a respected member of the notorious BULLET CLUB. His exceptional talent bagged him multiple recognitions, including the Tokyo Sports Best Bout, Best Tag Team Award, and Outstanding Performance Award.
However, KENTA will have to face a tough challenge from Bobby Fish, who has been on a winning spree in MLW since his comeback this year. Known for his powerful kickboxing, Fish has added dangerous suplexes to his repertoire. He aims to win the Opera Cup; he proved his mettle in the 2021 tournament and is now eyeing the valuable antique Opera Cup trophy.
The bout promises to be a battle of wits and strategy between two exceptional fighting styles reputed for their striking abilities. With the Opera Cup stakes high, this match is set to promise an epic fight.
The bout’s victor will be taking on AKIRA in the next round, who already bagged his place at the MLW Anniversary’24.
There’s no place for faint-heartedness in the wrestling field, and with their shared skill in kickboxing, KENTA and Fish are prepared for a hard-hitting and high-risk face-off.
Don’t miss this historic battle between KENTA and Bobby Fish at MLW Blood & Thunder, which will br broadcasted live for free on the MLW’s YouTube Channel on July 12. Witness a wrestling event that will shape their legacies.
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Blood & Thunder live on YouTube cards with a 9 pm ET start includes match-ups like:
3 Stages of Destruction Match with Matt Justice taking on Mads Krule Krugger
Minoru Suzuki vs. AKIRA
Opera Cup Round 1 match between KENTA and Bobby Fish
Alongside the Opera Cup Round 1 match between “Filthy” Tom Lawlor and Jake Crist
Also, the Opera Cup Round 1 face-off between Atlantis Jr. and Okumura
At 7pm ET start, beIN SPORTS will host the Opera Cup Round 1 between Mistico and Magnus
More Matches and fighters will be announced on MLW.com. Fans will get to meet & greet:
•Mistico (pre-order)
•Minoru Suzuki (pre-order)
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Same-day tickets will be available at the box office, subject to the event not selling out in advance.
The event starts at 7PM, with the designated schedule:
5:30 p.m.: Early doors open for front row ticket holders
6:00 p.m.: Doors open for rest of ticket holders
7:00 p.m.: Event starts
ABOUT THE COLISEUM: The historic Coliseum was built in 1924, and was bought by the City of St. Petersburg in 1989. It underwent extensive renovations and is now a multi-purpose facility within a short walk of numerous downtown restaurants, shops, and hotels. It also provides more than 800 nearby parking spaces.
Address: 535 4th Ave N, St. Petersburg, Florida 33701
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