Naomichi Marufuji vs. Koji Kanemoto (NJPW - 3/5/2010)

I'm not really a big fan of Marufuji from this period. I find him a spotty worker whose stuff often feels contrived. It's a testament to Kanemoto's ability that he's able to reign in Marufuji's worst tendencies and build a compelling match around his athleticism. Rather than the soulless matwork we usually get early in Maru's matches, here there's some neat shoot-style inspired stuff in the first half. It builds really well into a compelling 2nd half and Kanemoto is a riot with his disrespect.