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Hey friends,

Today, I want to break down the Super Junior Tag League 2025 with you—every team, every potential story, and the bigger picture of where New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) is right now. We’re going to talk about everything: from Hiromu and Gato’s wild mismatched team to the missed opportunities with AEW and other promotions.

First off, the tag teams:

• Hiromu and Gato: Honestly, this is one of the strangest pairings in NJPW history. I love what both do in the ring, but I just can’t take them seriously as a team. That said, they’re the sleeper team to watch. Don’t be surprised if they steal a few moments of the show.

• Ichiban Sweet Boys – Robbie Eagles and Kosei Fujita: Returning champions, last year’s winners. They’re going to be dominant, fun to watch, and could carry most of the tournament’s spotlight. Robbie and Kosei always amplify the energy.

• Bullet Club War Dogs – Taiji Ishimori and Robbie X: Taiji is solid as ever. Robbie X? I feel he tries too hard with flashy moves that sometimes look cartoonish. Still, as a duo, they’ll likely steal the show in the Tag League.

• El Desperado and Kukai: Debuting team with strong chemistry. El Desperado consistently picks quality partners, so this is one to keep an eye on.

• Tiger Mask and Yamato: Another debut pairing. Tiger Mask is heading into retirement, so this could be a fun send-off, though I’m not expecting them to win.

• Kushida and Yuki Yoshioka: Debuting as well. Kushida is incredible, but I don’t see this team advancing far.

• House of Torture – Yoshinobu Kanemaru and Dick Togo: Expect chaos. Anything can happen here, and shenanigans will be guaranteed.

• IWGP Junior Tag Champs – Doki and Sho: These veterans always have tricks up their sleeves.

Beyond the matches themselves, I want to talk about the bigger picture of NJPW:

• We need fresh storytelling. Repeating the same faces over and over is stifling. The Super Junior Tag League could have been an opportunity to bring in new teams from All Japan, Pro Wrestling NOAH, TNA, and even AEW. Instead, we’re seeing missed opportunities for collaboration and growth.

• The AEW partnership is not serving NJPW well. Wrestlers aren’t being utilized to maximize storylines, and money is being left on the table. For example, Jack Perry as a potential House of Torture member could’ve been huge for Super Junior, but it never materialized.

• The Dojo system is still strong, but it’s no longer clear who the “next big stars” are. NJPW used to cultivate talent visibly and create a sense of legacy. That clarity is gone, and it affects fan engagement.

• NJPW must start building slowly, branching out, and taking control back. Partnerships are fine, but they shouldn’t dictate who wins titles or who represents NJPW.

Constructive criticism is key here. I love NJPW, and I will continue to use my voice to advocate for story growth, collaboration, and giving fans the chance to see new talent thrive. Blind positivity doesn’t help anyone; we need balance—acknowledging flaws while celebrating strengths.

I want to hear from you: how excited are you for the Super Junior Tag League 2025? Which teams do you think will shine? Let’s keep this conversation thoughtful, honest, and constructive.

Thanks for reading, engaging, and helping me keep independent wrestling commentary alive.