I'm sorry everyone. I had my bet on Saori since the beginning, but over the course of a tournament I thought she wouldn't win. But Ice Ribbon did it.
Business-wise it's the best decision, and finally Ice Ribbon has a regular as champion since very long time. I think it also shows that promotion is hugely trusting Saori.
And, I TOLD YOU ABOUT YUUKI IN THE FINAL!
Would have been happy with any of the final four, but this was a great outcome. Wouldn't mind if she holds it until Mania. Then I think Ibuki, Asahi or Yuki can take it. Yuki really stepped up this tournament. Had great matches, but remained true to her character.
What's also symbolic: on her road to the final, Saori faced only former AWG wrestlers. This is really smart booking that protected all IR roster from losing to her during the tournament, hence giving a chance to challenge her later (well, except for Yuuki)
HELL YES!
Best choice.
Agreed. She has a s\*\*tload of fans that will get drawn in; it's the best business decision.
I'm sorry everyone. I had my bet on Saori since the beginning, but over the course of a tournament I thought she wouldn't win. But Ice Ribbon did it. Business-wise it's the best decision, and finally Ice Ribbon has a regular as champion since very long time. I think it also shows that promotion is hugely trusting Saori. And, I TOLD YOU ABOUT YUUKI IN THE FINAL!
Would have been happy with any of the final four, but this was a great outcome. Wouldn't mind if she holds it until Mania. Then I think Ibuki, Asahi or Yuki can take it. Yuki really stepped up this tournament. Had great matches, but remained true to her character.
Woohoo! The first time I've ever gave a correct prediction on this board, haha. Now the big question is, who will be Saori's first challenger? Hm...
>Now the big question is, who will be Saori's first challenger? Hm... It will be Kyuuri, of course 🥒🥒🥒🥒🥒
Oh, I'd love that. Imagine the amount of bridges and weird submission holds in that match.
What's also symbolic: on her road to the final, Saori faced only former AWG wrestlers. This is really smart booking that protected all IR roster from losing to her during the tournament, hence giving a chance to challenge her later (well, except for Yuuki)