Njpw.wrestle.kingdom.17.in.tokyo.dome.2023.01.0... Guide

Wrestle Kingdom 17, held on January 4, 2023, at the Tokyo Dome , was a milestone event for New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) . It drew an attendance of 26,085 and served as a tribute to NJPW founder Antonio Inoki, who passed away in late 2022.

: In a highly anticipated "Forbidden Door" style encounter, Kenny Omega returned to NJPW and defeated Will Ospreay in a match lasting over 34 minutes. NJPW.Wrestle.Kingdom.17.In.Tokyo.Dome.2023.01.0...

Rainmaker: Kazuchika Okada becomes the IWGP World Heavyweight Champion. NEW JAPAN PRO-WRESTLING Wrestle Kingdom 17, held on January 4, 2023,

The event featured high-stakes title changes and historic appearances: It also set the stage for a second

Wrestle Kingdom is often called the "". The 2023 edition was particularly significant as it was the first since the pandemic to allow cheering and vocal support from the fans. It also set the stage for a second night of competition on January 21 at Yokohama Arena, which focused on a cross-promotional rivalry between NJPW and Pro Wrestling NOAH. 2023.01.04 WRESTLE KINGDOM 17 in TOKYO DOME