On November 2nd, 2024, New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) concluded the highly anticipated Road To Power Struggle series with its 8th and final night, broadcast live from the Nagoya International Conference Center located in Aichi, Japan. The event drew a lively crowd of 1,290 passionate fans, all eager to witness the action unfold, which is now available for streaming on NJPW World.
This review will be briefer than usual, as it focuses on the thrilling final moments of the matches.
Tag Team Match
Masatora Yasuda & Shoma Kato vs. Katsuya Murashima & Daiki Nagai
In an explosive opener, Shoma Kato executed a tight Boston Crab on Daiki Nagai, forcing him to submit in an impressive display of technical prowess.
Winners: Masatora Yasuda & Shoma Kato (8:10)
Rate: 6
6 Man Tag Team Match
Bullet Club War Dogs (Drilla Moloney, Clark Connors & Gedo) vs. Tiger Mask IV, Captain Suicida & Tomoaki Honma
Drilla Moloney unleashed a devastating sit-out powerbomb on Captain Suicida, narrowly avoiding a three-count. The high-stakes battle continued until Tomoaki Honma impressively soared from the second rope, landing a diving Kokeshi on Gedo, clinching the victory.
Winners: Tiger Mask IV, Captain Suicida & Tomoaki Honma (7:54)
Rate: 6
10 Man Tag Team Match
NEVER Openweight 6 Man Tag Team Champions Be Bop Tag Team (Hiroshi Tanahashi & Toru Yano) & Boltin Oleg, Ryusuke Taguchi & Dragon Dia vs. House Of Torture (Television Champion Ren Narita, Yoshinobu Kanemaru, Yujiro Takahashi, Evil & Sho)
Toru Yano entered the fray but found himself under immediate attack from the House Of Torture, suffering a brutal knife-edge chop to the groin from Dick Togo. Amidst chaotic exchanges, Yano retaliated with a sudden low blow on Yujiro Takahashi, following up quickly with a roll-up pin for a surprising win.
Winners: NEVER Openweight 6 Man Tag Team Champions Be Bop Tag Team & Boltin Oleg, Ryusuke Taguchi & Dragon Dia (7:40)
Rate: 4
6 Man Tag Team Match
Just 5 Guys (Junior Heavyweight Champion Douki, Sanada & Taichi) vs. Master Wato, Shota Umino & Jado
In an electrifying clash, Sanada delivered his signature Magic Screw on Shota Umino, before Taichi stepped up with a lightning-fast superkick on Jado, sealing the match for Just 5 Guys.
Winners: Just 5 Guys (8:10)
Rate: 6
8 Man Tag Team Match
Los Ingobernables De Japon (NEVER Openweight Champion Shingo Takagi, Hiromu Takahashi, Tetsuya Naito & Bushi) vs. TMDK (IWGP World Heavyweight Champion Zack Sabre Jr, Robbie Eagles, Kosei Fujita & Ryohei Oiwa)
TMDK meticulously wore down Bushi in a corner, with Ryohei Oiwa executing a back suplex that almost resulted in a pinfall. The momentum shifted dramatically as Oiwa finished the match with his signature move, The Grip.
Winners: TMDK (8:21)
Rate: 7
Block B Match Of The 2024 Super Junior Tag League
The VeloCities (Paris De Silva & Jude London) (4) vs. Bullet Club (Taiji Ishimori & Robbie X) (4)
Winning this match, The VeloCities advanced with a win, alongside a loss for Chaos and The DKC & Ninja Mack. Bullet Club also advanced with their victory, buoyed by wins against Jet Setters and Catch 22. Paris De Silva nearly secured a fall with a tornado DDT on Taiji Ishimori but missed an opportunity with a Shooting Star Press. However, Robbie X teamed with Ishimori to hit a top-rope 450 Splash for the victory.
Winners: Bullet Club (6) (9:06)
Rate: 6
Block B Match Of The 2024 Super Junior Tag League
Catch 22 (Francesco Akira & TJP) (4) vs. Ninja Mack & The DKC (4)
The DKC & Ninja Mack also advanced with their performance, thanks to their previous victories against Jet Setters and Bullet Club. Catch 22 advanced alongside this match, having bested their internal competition. Ninja Mack executed a twisting kick on TJP but failed to land his Ninja Bomb. Francesco Akira secured the win with a spectacular Fireball, followed by a decisive Catch 22 finish.
Winners: Catch 22 (6) (15:03)
Rate: 7
Non Title Block B Match Of The 2024 Super Junior Tag League
Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champions Jett Setters (Kevin Knight & Kushida) (4) vs. Chaos (Rocky Romero & Yoh) (4)
The Jett Setters achieved advancement with a solid win, alongside a loss against Catch 22 and the Velocities. Meanwhile, Chaos also excelled with their victories against DKC & Mack and suffered defeats at the hands of Bullet Club. In a thrilling exchange, Rocky Romero nearly pinned Kevin Knight with a mid-ring Sliced Bread, but in a swift retaliation, Kushida struck with a basement dropkick on Yoh. Knight showcased his agility with a springboard double clothesline followed by a Perfect Timing finisher for the victory.
Winners: Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champions Jett Setters (6) (17:06)
Rate: 7
Final Block B Standings After Night 8
1st Place—Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champions Jett Setters, Bullet Club & Catch 22 (6 Points) (3-2) (Catch 22 advances due to tiebreakers)
Last Place—Ninja Mack & The DKC, The VeloCities & Chaos (4 Points) (2-3)
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**Interview with NJPW Enthusiast and Wrestling Analyst, Alex Tanaka**
**Editor:** Alex, thank you for joining us today to discuss the final night of NJPW’s Road To Power Struggle series. The crowd seemed to be electric with 1,290 fans in attendance. What was the atmosphere like during the event?
**Alex Tanaka:** Thank you for having me! The atmosphere was nothing short of amazing. The fans were incredibly passionate and engaged, really feeding off the energy of the matches. NJPW always does a great job of creating a lively atmosphere, and this final night was a perfect culmination of that spirit.
**Editor:** The matches featured some thrilling moments. Could you highlight a standout match for you?
**Alex Tanaka:** Absolutely! The 8-man tag team match featuring Los Ingobernables De Japon against TMDK was a highlight for me. TMDK worked exceptionally well as a unit, and the way they executed their strategy to wear down Bushi was impressive. The match had that perfect blend of high stakes and technical wrestling that fans have come to love from NJPW.
**Editor:** It seems like TMDK is really making waves with their victory over such a formidable team. What do you think that means for their trajectory in NJPW?
**Alex Tanaka:** TMDK’s win solidifies them as a strong faction in NJPW, especially with Zack Sabre Jr. holding the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship. It shows they’re not just a group of talented wrestlers but a cohesive unit capable of taking down top contenders. I expect to see them in the title picture moving forward.
**Editor:** The tournament aspect also played a crucial role this event, particularly with the Block B matches. How do you see the standings affecting the future matches in NJPW?
**Alex Tanaka:** With the Jett Setters, Bullet Club, and Catch 22 all finishing with 6 points, it creates a competitive environment moving into the next series. Tiebreakers can ignite rivalries and lead to must-watch matchups as these teams vie for supremacy. The way they’ve structured the standings adds layers to the storytelling, making every match crucial.
**Editor:** beyond the matches, how can fans engage with NJPW in the aftermath of events like this?
**Alex Tanaka:** Fans can dive deeper into discussions and analyses by joining communities like the NJPW Discord. It’s a great space for fans to share their thoughts, dissect matches, and connect with others who share their passion. Plus, catching up on streaming platforms like NJPW World allows fans to relive the action and keep up with new developments.
**Editor:** Great insights, Alex! Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us today. We look forward to seeing how NJPW evolves in the coming months.
**Alex Tanaka:** Thank you! It’s always exciting to discuss NJPW. I can’t wait to see what they have in store next!
