NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 17 Main Event Announced

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At NJPW Declaration of Power, the main event for Wrestle Kingdom 17 was officially announced as two of its heavy hitters stood across from each other in the ring.

As the show came to an end, it was revealed that Jay White will defend the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship against G1 Climax winner Kazuchika Okada.

Having successfully defended the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship against JONAH, White found himself face-to-face with Okada during his celebration.

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With both men facing each other down, the huge match was made official and will take place at the Tokyo Dome on January 4, 2023 in a show that will honour New Japan’s founder, the late Antonio Inoki.

Jay White has an impressive record against Okada, having beaten him 4-1, including a victory over him at Wrestle Kingdom 13.

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