NJPW wrestler Master Wato has suffered a left ACL tear, which has shelved him for the time being.
Wato was forced to withdraw from his scheduled match with SHO at NJPW’s “Road To The New Beginning” event at Korakuen Hall earlier today.
Wato announced that he would require surgery to fix the tear.
NJPW ran an angle, where SHO attacked Wato using a wrench. El Desperado chased SHO off to conclude the segment.
You can check out the official announcement and a video of the injury angle below:
“Master Wato announces left ACL tear as SHO adds injury to injury
Wato on shelf as scheduled singles match cancelled
Night two on the Road to New Beginning in Korakuen hall January 23 was supposed to feature a grudge match semi main event between Master Wato and SHO, but the night kicked off with the announcement of the match’s cancellation due to a torn left ACL on the knee of Wato.
Wato addressed the public himself, appearing on crutches to declare that the injury happened during New Beginning in Nagoya on January 20 and would require surgery. Fighting back tears, Wato promised ‘I will come back better than 100% and when I do come back I will face SHO one on one’.
Before Wato could leave though, he was attacked from behind by SHO and his wrench. ‘What a shame,’ sneered SHO, who made the highly dubious statement that he was ‘ready to face you fair and square’. Saying ‘I’m just too tough that I put last year’s BOSJ winner on the shelf,’ SHO was about to do more damage before being chased off by El Desperado ahead of his IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship main event defence against Yoshinobu Kanemaru.”
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NJPW Wrestler Master Wato Sidelined with Left ACL Tear
In unfortunate news for New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) fans, it has been revealed that wrestler Master Wato has suffered a left ACL tear, which will keep him out of action for the foreseeable future. The injury occurred during NJPW’s “Road To The New Beginning” event at Korakuen Hall.
Wato was scheduled to compete against SHO in a highly anticipated match, but he was forced to withdraw due to the injury. The cancellation of the match disappointed fans who were looking forward to witnessing the clash between these two talented wrestlers.
Master Wato himself made the announcement about his injury, appearing on crutches to address the public. He revealed that the tear happened during the New Beginning event in Nagoya on January 20 and that he would require surgery to fix it. Despite the setback, Wato remained determined and promised to come back stronger than ever. He even vowed to face SHO one-on-one when he returns.
However, before Wato could leave the ring, he was blindsided by SHO, who attacked him with a wrench. This shocking turn of events added insult to injury for Wato. SHO, displaying a lack of sportsmanship, claimed that he was ready to face Wato fairly, despite resorting to such underhanded tactics. Fortunately, El Desperado intervened and chased SHO away, preventing further harm to Wato.
The video of this incident can be viewed online, providing a glimpse into the dramatic turn of events that unfolded in the ring. It showcases the intensity and rivalries that exist within the world of professional wrestling.
Master Wato’s injury is a significant blow for NJPW, as he is a promising talent with a bright future ahead of him. However, injuries are an unfortunate reality in any sport, and wrestlers often face these challenges as they push their bodies to the limit in pursuit of greatness.
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While Master Wato recovers from his injury, fans eagerly await his return to the ring. Until then, they can continue to support their favorite wrestlers and enjoy the thrilling action that NJPW and other wrestling promotions have to offer.