Last night, TNA Wrestling held two historic moments inside Tokyo's Korakuen Hall. First, Team 3D, the most decorated tag team in the history of wrestling, joined an elite group when they entered the TNA Hall of Fame. Team 3D now stand alongside Sting and Kurt Angle as the only members of this illustrious club and fans all over the world rejoiced as Team 3D received the highest of accolades!
Then, TNA Wrestling went on to hold their first-ever international pay-per-view, as Bound For Glory took over Korakuen Hall and gave fans 3-hours of the most exciting stars from TNA and Wrestle-1. We have selected 5 of our favorite moments, from fans who captured photos of the action at Bound For Glory. Tweet us using #BoundForGlory to give us your favorite moment!
5. "Excuse me, EC3, can I ASS you a few questions!?"
EC3 Year One has come to an end and, boy, what a year it was! Ethan Carter III ran through all competition in his first year with TNA, racking up an impressive undefeated streak. However, he faced his biggest challenge yet (literally) at Bound For Glory, where he faced off against sumo wrestler Ryota Hama. While Mr. Carter DID score another impressive victory, fans all over the world (including Rockstar Spud) loved the moment when EC3 came face-to-face with Hama's ... well... "ham."
4. Samoa Joe vs Kaz Hayashi vs Low Ki (X-Division Championship)
Heading into Bound For Glory, we knew that this was a match that could steal the show - and it certainly lived up to the hype! Joe, Ki and Hayashi flew all over Korakuen Hall in a fast-paced, hard-hitting matchup. This match was so insane that it got a traditionally quiet Japanese audience to start a "This Is Awesome!" chant. In the end, Samoa Joe stood tall and paid respects to the Japanese fans who have supported him for so many years. What a fight!
3. MVP Balls Out In Japan
It goes without saying that fans of IMPACT certainly have a harsh opinion of MVP - and with good reason! However, MVP has been a longstanding supporter of Japanese wrestling, even walking away from the money of American wrestling to go and compete in Japan for some time. At Bound For Glory, last night, it was clear that the Japanese fans have the same respect and admiration for MVP. After an incredible promo talking about what Japanese wrestling has meant to him, MVP put on a great match against Kazma Sakamoto and had the crowd at Korakuen Hall in the palm of his hand. Including when he dropped this elbow and the entire sold-out arena shouted his trademark "Ballin'" catchphrase!
2. The Great Muta and Tajiri Headline TNA's First Japanese Pay-Per-View
When you think of Japanese professional wrestling, two of the first names that come to mind are The Great Muta and the Japanese Buzzsaw, Tajiri. It was only fitting that the two teamed up in the main event of Bound For Glory to face-off against James Storm and The Great Sanada. Even better, watching the Japansese legends spray their iconic mists to kick off the bout was a moving moment for any fan of professional wrestling!
1. Team 3D Become The Newest Members of the TNA Hall of Fame
Team 3D are the most decorated tag team in wrestling history and it was only fitting that their TNA Hall of Fame induction ceremony took place in Japan - a country where Team 3D has never lost a match. Last night, during the Hall of Fame ceremony segment of Bound For Glory, #ThankYouTeam3D trended on social media with fans sharing their favorite moments of the storied careers of Bully Ray and Devon. What a night it was in Korakuen Hall - and what an honor it is to welcome Team 3D to the TNA Hall of Fame!
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