New Japan has reportedly taped matches featuring LA Dojo talent.
PWInsider is reporting that a TV taping was held Saturday called “Lion’s Break Collision”. Lion’s Break shows typically feature those training at NJPW’s LA Dojo. PWInsider listed Jeff Cobb, TJP, Rocky Romero, Clark Connors, Alex Coughlin, Karl Fredericks, and Misterioso among those who worked the taping.
Another name that reportedly worked the tapings is Tom Lawlor, who is a frequent radio show guest on this website. He is also a former MLW World champion.
It isn’t known when this content will be aired. 9-10 matches were reportedly taped in front of a closed set that had social distancing requirements.
NJPW will return on Monday morning with a live show held in Japan, featuring a card that won’t be announced until start time. The New Japan Cup will be held the following day, running through July 11 at Osaka-jo Hall. The winner of the tournament will face IWGP Heavyweight and Intercontinental champion Tetsuya Naito for both titles at Dominion the following day, also at Osaka-jo Hall.