Sendai Girls (7/16/2023)
Chihiro Hashimoto vs. Natsupoi
What defines "strength" in pro-wrestling? The presence of Chihiro Hashimoto often ignites such debates. On the surface, it seems Hashimoto could effortlessly overpower the smaller, lighter Natsupoi. However, true prowess in the wrestling world isn't about mere domination and victory - it's about artistry and collaboration. Rather, Chihiro Hashimoto showed that she doesn't only boast overwhelming power by working in near-perfect harmony with Natsupoi, elevating her to an equal footing and then defeating her. Meanwhile, Natsupoi showed that she was cute but also strong, with a high degree of precision in her technique, culminating in a 40kg difference German suplex. Impeccable 11 minutes of supreme athleticism underpinned by an ideological clash - this is the kind of pro-wrestling magic that keeps me enthralled. ****1/2
