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Real Japan announced an interesting singles match as the First Generation Tiger Mask takes on All Japan’s former yokozuna Akebono.

This match has more history than people may realize as Akebono is technically an apprenctice of Tiger Mask’s dating back to his time in MMA. Akebono learned how to properly execute strikes from the veteran martial arts teacher. According to officials Tiger Mask is aiming to go back to the time where he fought Genichiro Tenryu, a former sumo wrestler himself, as he showcases the true blending of strong style. This will mark the first time that Akebono has compete in Real Japan.

First Generation Tiger Mask Real Japan Pro-Wrestling, 3/20/2015 [Fri] 18:30 @ Korakuen Hall in Tokyo

(-) Main Event Single Match: First Generation Tiger Mask vs. Akebono [AJPW]

Also announced to be competing…
Tatsumi Fujinami [DRADITION]
Minoru Suzuki [Pancrase MISSION]
Super Tiger
Super Rider
Great Tiger
Alexander Otsuka [AODC]
Taka Kunou [Team Ota Akira]
Ultimo Dragon [Toryumon MEXICO]
Masao Orihara [Mobius]
Kazuhiko Ogasawara [PRO-KARATE]
Black Tiger [FREE]
Mitsuo Momota [Riki Enterprise]
Wakashoyo [Yamaishi]
Gran Hamada [FREE]
Hikaru Sato [Pancrase MISSION]
Heddi French
Hayato Mashita [RJPW]
Chikara [Riki Enterprise]