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The company's focus on shoot interviews became a hallmark of RF Video's success. These interviews offered a unique perspective, as wrestlers and industry insiders spoke candidly about their experiences, the wrestling business, and behind-the-scenes stories. RF Video's extensive library of shoot interviews became an invaluable resource for fans and historians alike, shedding light on the inner workings of the wrestling industry.
Video Title: New Japan Jr. Tournament, Part 1
RF Video Number: 824
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Match Listing:
Dean Malenko vs. Jushin "Thunder" Liger (Historic Matchup)
El Samurai vs. Shinjiro Otani
Chris Benoit vs. Dean Malenko (Historic Matchup)
Masao Orihara vs. El Samurai
Shinjiro Otani vs. Jushin "Thunder" Liger
Eddie Guerrero vs. Shinjiro Otani
Jushin "Thunder" Liger vs. Norio Honaga
Jushin "Thunder" Liger vs. El Samurai
Jushin "Thunder" Liger vs. 2 Cold Scorpio
Chris Benoit vs. Masao Orihara
El Samurai vs. Shinjiro Otani
Jushin "Thunder" Liger vs. Dean Malenko
Dave Finlay vs. Norio Honaga
Chris Benoit vs. Dean Malenko (Historic Matchup)
El Samurai vs. Masao Orihara
Jushin "Thunder" Liger vs. Shinjiro Otani
Eddie Guerrero vs. Shinjiro Otani
Chris Benoit vs. The Lightning Kid
Jushin "Thunder" Liger vs. Norio Honaga
The Lightning Kid vs. Shinjiro Otani
Norio Honaga vs. Dean Malenko
Jushin "Thunder" Liger vs. El Samurai
El Samurai vs. Dean Malenko
Notes:
New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) has been a cornerstone in the professional wrestling world, especially in Japan. During the time period likely represented by this tape, NJPW was a hotbed for both heavyweight and junior heavyweight talent, attracting some of the best wrestlers from around the globe. The junior heavyweight division, in particular, was highly competitive and innovative, often stealing the show with high-flying moves and technical prowess. Wrestlers like Jushin "Thunder" Liger, Dean Malenko, and Chris Benoit were key figures in elevating the status of junior heavyweights, not just in Japan but globally. This era was instrumental in shaping the modern style of professional wrestling, blending elements of traditional Japanese "strong style" with American and Mexican wrestling techniques.
The tape showcases several historic matchups, such as Dean Malenko vs. Jushin "Thunder" Liger and Chris Benoit vs. Dean Malenko. These bouts feature wrestlers who would go on to become legends in the industry, known for their in-ring skills and influence on the wrestling style of future generations. The matchups also highlight the international flavor of NJPW, featuring competitors from Japan, North America, and other parts of the world, all converging in one ring to put on a spectacular show.