Jon Moxley has etched his name in the annals of professional wrestling history by becoming the first male wrestler to hold championships in WWE, AEW, and NJPW. The Lunatic Fringe accomplished this incredible feat by defeating Tetsuya Naito at the Windy City Riot to capture the IWGP Championship. This remarkable achievement is a testament to Moxley’s talent, dedication, and perseverance in professional wrestling.
As the new IWGP Heavyweight Champion, Moxley is set to face his student, Shota Umino, in a title defense match at NJPW Resurgence. This match holds special significance, given the history between Moxley and Umino. The two have a complex relationship, having faced each other in the ring at NJPW’s Dominion in 2019, after which Moxley took Umino under his wing as a mentor.
Moxley’s recent defense of his IWGP World Championship against Ren Narita at NJPW’s Wrestling Dontaku Night One was a thrilling encounter that showcased his exceptional skills. Although he emerged victorious, the match was marked by interference from the HOUSE OF TORTURE, which may have influenced Moxley’s thinking about his strategy for future matches.
In a post-match interview, Moxley hinted at the need to bolster his ranks to counter the numerical advantage often exploited by rival factions like the HOUSE OF TORTURE. Although he didn’t specify which members of his BCC (Blackpool Combat Club) he plans to recruit, Claudio Castignoli is the most likely candidate, given that Bryan Danielson and Wheeler Yuta are currently sidelined.
Jon Moxley’s remarkable achievement and his determination to adapt to the ever-changing terrain of professional wrestling make him a formidable force to be reckoned with. As he prepares to face Shota Umino at NJPW Resurgence, fans around the world will be eager to see how this complex student-mentor relationship unfolds. One thing is certain – Jon Moxley will stop at nothing to defend his title and prove his mettle as one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time.