Karen Peterson, Author at POST Wrestling | Podcasts, News, Reviews

Hana Kimura Memorial Show 3: PINX! Event Report

May 23, 2023 Karen Peterson

Karen Peterson reviews the Hana Kimura Memorial Show: PINX! which emanated from Korakuen Hall for the third year in a row.

Maika and Himeka leave together at STARDOM All-Star Grand Queendom after Himeka's Retirement Match

Dream Slam Monthly Vol. 4: Graduation Season

April 30, 2023 Karen Peterson

Himeka concludes her Retirement Road facing Maika at STARDOM’s All-Star Grand Queendom. Everyone is packing their bags for Golden Weeks tours!

STARDOM Cinderella Tournament Final Report: Winner is crowned

April 15, 2023 Karen Peterson

MIRAI, Waka Tsukiyama, Ami Sohrei & Mai Sakurai square off at #STARDOM’s Cinderella Tournament Finals! Mayu Iwatani is attacked?! Cosmic Angels implodes? Plus, the final sprint to All-Star Grand Queendom.

NJPW Sakura Genesis Report: SANADA wins IWGP World Heavyweight title

April 10, 2023 Karen Peterson

SANADA defeated Kazuchika Okada to become IWGP World Heavyweight Champion.

IMPACT x NJPW Multiverse United: Tanahashi vs. Speedball

April 1, 2023 Karen Peterson

A review of Multiverse United featuring NJPW and IMPACT and headlined by Hiroshi Tanahashi vs. Speedball Mike Bailey.

TJPW LIVE in Los Angeles Report: Princess tag titles defended

March 31, 2023 Karen Peterson

TJPW from L.A. was headlined by Yuka Sakazaki & Mizuki defending the Princess Tag Titles against Miyu Yamashita & Maki Itoh.

STARDOM Cinderella Tournament 2023 Opener Event Report

March 27, 2023 Karen Peterson

Karen Peterson reviews the opening round of the 36-woman STARDOM Cinderella tournament that took place at Yokohama Budokan.

Dream Slam Monthly (Vol. 3) Rites of Spring

March 25, 2023 Karen Peterson

SAREEE returns to Japan and goes freelance. Last minute card changes & additions for WrestleMania week programing.

NJPW New Japan Cup 2023 Report: SANADA vs. David Finlay

March 21, 2023 Karen Peterson

Karen Peterson reviews the New Japan Cup Final with SANADA facing David Finlay in the final and Hiromu defends the Jr. Heavyweight title.

NJPW 51st Anniversary Show Report: Dream Team Challenge for IWGP Tag Titles

March 6, 2023 Karen Peterson

New Japan celebrated its fifty-first anniversary at Ota Ward Gymnasium with 2,020 fans in attendance. As always, English commentary was led by Kevin Kelly (play-by-play)

7Upp/PROMINENCE vs Abarenbo GE/COSMIC ANGELS

STARDOM Triangle Derby I Finals Event Report

March 4, 2023 Karen Peterson

7Upp, Abarenbo GE, COSMIC ANGELS, and PROMINENCE battle it out at the inaugural Triangle Derby finals. Giulia defends the World of STARDOM Championship against Maya Yukihi.

Dream Slam Monthly (Vol. 2) All Roads Lead to Los Angeles

February 25, 2023 Karen Peterson

Karen Peterson covers Asuka’s return at the Royal Rumble, recent shows from NJPW & STARDOM, and Jungle Kyona going on hiatus.

NJPW Battle in the Valley Report: Kazuchika Okada retains, Mercedes Monè wins title

February 19, 2023 Karen Peterson

Karen Peterson reviews Battle in the Valley with the latest edition of Okada vs. Tanahashi and the New Japan debut of Mercedes Monè.

NJPW New Beginning in Osaka: Okada retains title, Jay White loses

February 11, 2023 Karen Peterson

Kazuchika Okada defends the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship against Shingo Takagi and shockwaves rock Osaka as Hikuleo sends Jay White packing in Loser Leaves Japan match.

STARDOM 12th Anniversary Supreme Fight Event Report

February 4, 2023 Karen Peterson

Giulia makes her first defense against Suzu Suzuki in the first show of STARDOM’s 12th Anniversary Year!

Dream Slam Monthly (Vol. 1) New Year New Joshi Journey

January 28, 2023 Karen Peterson

2023 is off to a strong start with the arrival of Mercedes Mone, further easing of restrictions, and Wrestle Mania Week shows announced!

Great Muta Final BYE-BYE Event Report: Muta teams with Sting & Darby Allin

January 22, 2023 Karen Peterson

Night Two of NOAH in the Yokohama Budokan saw a grand spectacle as The Great Muta bid farewell to the wrestling world.

Wrestle Kingdom 17 in Yokohama Arena Report: NJPW x NOAH

January 21, 2023 Karen Peterson

NJPW and NOAH return to Yokohama Arena for their second Wrestle Kingdom crossover event!

NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 17 Event Report: Antonio Inoki Memorial Show

January 4, 2023 Karen Peterson

NJPW Celebrates the legacy of Antonio Inoki at the Tokyo Dome. Double main events featuring Ospreay/Omega and Okada/White.

Pro-Wrestling NOAH's First show of 2023 at the Nippon Budokan; including The Great Muta's last match.

NOAH The New Year Event Report: BYE BYE MUTA

January 1, 2023 Karen Peterson

Happy New Year! Happy NEW NOAH! The first show of the company’s 2023 radiated from the Nippon Budokan with a packed house and a massive