Wrestle Dynasty 2025 showcased thrilling matches and intense rivalries as New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) collaborated with several promotions, including AEW, Ring of Honor (ROH), CMLL, Stardom, and DDT. The event, held at the iconic Tokyo Dome, saw many top-tier wrestlers compete, marking another significant event for wrestling fans around the globe.
The evening began with the International Women's Cup Fatal Four-Way match, where Momo Watanabe emerged victorious by pinning Athena after using her baseball bat behind the ref's back. This victory not only earned Momo the win but also secured her future title shot, highlighting her as one to watch going forward.
Following closely was the ROH Tag Team Championship bout between the Sons of Texas, composed of Dustin Rhodes and Sammy Guevara, against House of Torture's Sho and Yoshinobu Kanemaru. The match featured solid tag action, with the champions retaining their titles after Guevara executed a spectacular senton from the top rope.
Another highlight was the eight-man lucha gauntlet match, where top talents from NJPW and CMLL competed. Taiji Ishimori won the match, showcasing impressive agility and talent among the participants, impressing fans with high-flying moves and stunning athleticism.
Following those matches was the showcase featuring Hiroshi Tanahashi and Katsuyori Shibata. Set as an exhibition with a five-minute time limit, it ended without a definitive winner as both men opted to trade chops, which left fans entertained but somewhat wanting more.
Then came the title fight for the NJPW STRONG Women's and RevPro Undisputed British Women's titles, where Mercedes Mone battled Mina Shirakawa. This match was hard-hitting, featuring multiple pin attempts, but Mone proved to be too much and emerged victorious, solidifying her as the new triple crown champion.
Next, rostered heavyweights took the stage: David Finlay went up against Brody King. Finlay showed resilience and determination, shocking everyone with his ability to claim victory after surviving King's brutal offense.
Shota Umino faced off against Claudio Castagnoli, who dominated initially. Umino found his ground, showcasing impressive DDT moves before executing the Death Rider DDT for the win, highlighting his potential within NJPW.
Then, the crowd was treated to the NEVR Openweight and AEW International Title match featuring Konosuke Takeshita defending against Tomohiro Ishii. The bout was hard-hitting, with both competitors trading stiff strikes and showcasing their powerhouse strengths, but Takeshita retained his titles following well-executed finishing moves.
The excitement continued with the IWGP Tag Team title match featuring the Young Bucks, Los Ingobernables de Japon, and United Empire. The fast-paced action led to the Young Bucks capturing the titles through spectacular teamwork and high-impact moves, displaying their experience and tenacity.
Later, the IWGP Global Heavyweight Championship saw Yota Tsuji face Jack Perry, with Tsuji retaining his title after delivering his Gene Blaster finishing maneuver, maintaining his winning momentum following his recent championship win.
Finally, the card was concluded with much anticipation as Kenny Omega faced Gabe Kidd. This match was thrillingly chaotic, featuring intense brawling and extreme spots, ending with Omega executing the One-Winged Angel to secure the win. This performance marked Omega’s successful return following health issues, bringing joy to the fans.
The main event was a showcase of skill as Zack Sabre Jr. defended his IWGP World Heavyweight Title against Ricochet. The match combined technical prowess with high-flying agility, with Sabre retaining his title after countering Ricochet's moves and securing victory. The quality of matches throughout Wrestle Dynasty 2025 proved this collaboration was monumental for fans, bringing together top talents from multiple wrestling promotions.