Wrestle Kingdom 21 card takes shape with Omega v Tsuji and MJF's NJPW debut

[PulseRider]

New Japan's biggest show of the year is coming together. Wrestling Inc reports on the matches announced for Wrestle Kingdom 21 at the Tokyo Dome on 4 January 2027

Kenny Omega will challenge Yota Tsuji for the IWGP Heavyweight title in the main event, Omega's first Wrestle Kingdom main event since 2019. Jon Moxley faces Shingo Takagi in their first singles match in nearly three years

Gabe Kidd defends the IWGP Global title against Yuya Uemura, and MJF makes his New Japan debut against G1 Climax winner Ryohei Oiwa. YOH faces SHO for the IWGP Junior Heavyweight title, with stipulations: if YOH loses he leaves NJPW, and if he wins, SHO leaves the House of Torture and Roppongi 3K reunites

Will Ospreay will face Callum Newman. In a follow up, Ospreay accepted the match, said he was embarrassed about what took place in Hiroshima, and asked the rest of United Empire to stay out, under the code that seconds are welcome but no interference

This looks like one of the strongest Wrestle Kingdom cards in years, with AEW stars playing major roles. Omega returning to the main event at the Dome will be emotional for many fans. MJF against Oiwa is a fascinating clash of styles

Which Wrestle Kingdom 21 match are you most excited about? And will MJF succeed in New Japan?

NJPW Wrestle Kingdom Matches Announced For AEWwww.wrestlinginc.com

[TheRock25]

MJF in New Japan is fascinating. His style is very different from the usual NJPW approach. Oiwa will be a good test for him. Japanese fans will be curious about him

[QuantumLeap38]

YOH and SHO's stipulations add real stakes. Someone could leave the company. Roppongi 3K reuniting would be a lovely moment

That match could steal the show. Tokyo Dome shows have a magic of their own