NJPW Death Pain Invitational 24th June 2025
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New Japan Pro-Wrestling presented a special one-night event titled “Death Pain Invitational” on June 24, 2025, showcasing some of the most intense, hard-hitting matches of the summer. The event featured top NJPW talent in brutal stipulation bouts and tournament-style showdowns that kept the fans on the edge of their seats.
Date and Time:
- Date: June 24, 2025
- Time: 6:30 PM JST (Japan Standard Time)
- Time (U.S. Eastern): 5:30 AM EDT
Location:
- Venue: Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium (Edion Arena Osaka), Osaka, Japan
- The arena was packed with diehard NJPW fans eager to witness a night of chaos, pain, and pro wrestling excellence.
Match Card:
- Opening Match – Death Pain Invitational First Round
Minoru Suzuki vs. Ren Narita
Winner: Minoru Suzuki - First Round Match
Shingo Takagi vs. Taichi
Winner: Shingo Takagi - Hardcore Rules Match
El Desperado vs. Yujiro Takahashi
Winner: El Desperado - Semi-Final Match
Minoru Suzuki vs. El Desperado
Winner: Minoru Suzuki - Semi-Final Match
Shingo Takagi vs. EVIL (wildcard entry)
Winner: Shingo Takagi - Main Event – Death Pain Invitational Final
Minoru Suzuki vs. Shingo Takagi
Winner: Shingo Takagi
Match Review:
The Death Pain Invitational lived up to its name with a night full of intense violence and psychological warfare. The opening rounds set the tone early, with Suzuki using his brutal strikes to overcome Narita. Meanwhile, Shingo brought unmatched energy and power to his matches, defeating both Taichi and later EVIL to advance to the final.
The standout match was the tournament final between Shingo Takagi and Minoru Suzuki, which featured pure aggression, brutal lariats, and a dramatic finish. Shingo Takagi emerged victorious after a war that left the crowd stunned and cheering.
El Desperado also earned praise for his wild and unpredictable style during his hardcore match and his close bout with Suzuki in the semifinals.
Conclusion:
NJPW Death Pain Invitational was a hard-hitting, violent, and thrilling showcase of what NJPW does best — combining strong style wrestling with intense storytelling. Shingo Takagi’s tournament win cements his status as one of the most dominant and resilient forces in NJPW today. This event also sets the stage for future rivalries and potential title matches heading into the summer season.
