New Japan Cup 2025 night two results, updated bracket

After a rocky start, the 2025 New Japan Cup is in full swing. The first night of the tournament was postponed after a post broke while the ring was being set up. In its place, NJPW aired a two-hour talk show at Korakuen Hall on Friday. The tournament then officially began with four first-round matches on Saturday. Last year’s winner, Yota Tsuji, has already been eliminated, losing to EVIL on Saturday after interference from Dick Togo. The tournament has continued the feud between House of Torture and War Dogs, with the two factions brawling to the back during Saturday’s main event, which saw Gabe Kidd defeat Ren Narita. That rivalry also continues in the second round, as EVIL’s victory sets up a match against David Finlay, who received a bye. This year’s tournament features 24 wrestlers, with eight receiving byes to the second round. Night one tournament results from Saturday, March 8 (First Round): Yuya Uemura defeated SANADA EVIL defeated Yota Tsuji Ryohei Oiwa defeated Chase Owens Gabe Kidd defeated Ren N