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Post by fxnj on Mar 15, 2019 19:55:01 GMT -5
Found a thread for their 1994 match, but couldn't find anything for this. Not as epic as the 1994 match, but this still has a lot going for it with it being the first big meeting between them. Definitely has a big match atmosphere, and they do a great job of playing up the wrestler vs shooter dynamic. Brutal armbar finish as well that legit hurt Vader's arm.
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Post by Cap on Jun 25, 2019 11:17:20 GMT -5
Hard second on this. The whole trilogy deserves nomination. This one isn't making my list, but everyone should watch it alongside the best matches in history.
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Post by cactus on Jul 29, 2020 5:49:16 GMT -5
Third. Probably my favorite shoot style match. This captures the big fight feel of a massive boxing match. Takada looks like a million bucks as a shoot style ace and Vader adapts his offense surprisingly well for the style of match.
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Post by mvz on Sept 28, 2021 18:49:15 GMT -5
Agree with others that this is not as good as their second match but still a worthy nomination. I popped at the finish, a genuine surprise. I know Takada has a rep for being inconsistent but he certainly has good chemistry and a cool style. And I am loving Vader in this environment.
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Post by elliott on Sept 12, 2023 16:23:17 GMT -5
I remember in high school showing this to a friend and telling him it was a shoot fight and he believed me. So that's fun. Big spectacle.
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