Stardom - Explode in Summer (7/17/2020)

 6. Wonder of Championship Tournament - First Round: Konami vs. Giulia

A great physical match with an optimal layout. Konami had the least credible case for being a title contender of the "white belt shitteno" and that was perhaps what made her most dangerous. She took much of the match with submission holds and hard hitting offense. Giulia, who was supported by chants from female fans despite rules prohibiting chants, fought an uphill battle with fierce counterattacks.

****

 7. Wonder of Championship Tournament - First Round: Tam Nakano vs. Natsuko Tora

Although it could have used a stronger finish as a main event, this was a fun match. Natsuko looked comfortable as a monster heel, and Tam's performance was on-point as well. These two changed a lot since their first meeting, but the chemistry is still there.

***1/2

Riho & STARS (Starlight Kid & Tam Nakano) vs. Donna del Mondo (Giulia, Himeka & Maika) (Stardom, 7/12/2020)

Stardom - New Summer (7/12/2020)

Riho & STARS (Starlight Kid & Tam Nakano) vs. Donna del Mondo (Giulia, Himeka & Maika)

This was not only an excellent trios match on its own, but also a great prelude to Giulia vs. Tam, who had their best outing yet. The action was exciting from beginning to end, with great segments and well-placed counters.

***3/4

Tokyo Joshi Pro - Brand New Wrestling 4 ~ Ubau Nakare, Atae Tamae ~ (7/23/2020)

4. Yuki Kamifuku vs. Mina Shirakawa

Kamiyu and Mina showed good in-ring chemistry. Kamiyu made effective use of her long legs. Everything was generally executed cleanly, and there were good near-falls. This was probably Mina's best singles showing so far.

***1/4

6. Princess Tag Team Championship: Daydream (Miu Watanabe & Rika Tatsumi) (c) vs. Hyper Misao & Shoko Nakajima

This match was very good. There were some elaborate sequences and transitions that were surprisingly executed well. Shoko in particular seemed to be in peak form during this match. The match got off to a slowish start, but improved as it progressed.

***1/2

7. Princess of Princess Championship: Yuka Sakazaki (c) vs. Yuki Aino

Yuka wrestled a perfect main event that brought out the best in the challenger. Aino showed herself to be a convincing title contender, hitting bigger moves and scoring believable near-falls. There were intense counters during the final stages as each struggled to hit their signature move, and the finish was superb.

****1/4

Mayu Iwatani vs. Saki Kashima (Stardom, 3/8/2020)

Stardom - No People Gate (3/8/2020)

Mayu Iwatani vs. Saki Kashima

Mayu's wrestling IQ shone through in this match. She took advantage of a unique situation and brought out the best in Kashima and the lumberjack stipulation. Mayu's long tumble down the stairs was a sight to behold, and Kashima's reference to the promotion's first lumberjack match, using the strike combination she used against Yuzupon, was a cool touch.

****

Maya Yukihi vs. Hamuko Hoshi (Ice Ribbon, 7/12/2020)

 Ice Ribbon - #1051 In 176BOX (7/12/2020)

ICExInfinity Championship: Maya Yukihi (c) vs. Hamuko Hoshi

This was a big improvement over their previous match this year, this was awesome. Maya was so devastating on offense with those kicks and knees, and Hamuko looked good with her unorthodox style. The pacing and execution were great, and there were some cool moves and sequences.

****