NJPW Strong & IWGP Women’s double champion crowned at Wrestle Kingdom 20
In the official second match of the night at NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 20 on January 4th, 2026, at the Tokyo Dome, fans witnessed Syuri crown herself as the brand new NJPW Strong & IWGP women’s double champion.
IWGP Women’s Champion Syuri faced off against the NJPW Strong Women’s Champion Saya Kamitani in a Winner Takes All match for both titles. Following an impressive and hard-fought match, Syuri was able to defeat Kamitani and capture the NJPW Strong Women’s Championship.
In the closing moments of the match, Syuri hit the flaming torrent and kept Kamitani down for three count and sealed the victory. While an emotional Syuri celebrated and soaked in the moment, fans also noticed a sour Kamitani, disappointed at the result, throwing a small tantrum before walking out to the back with her team.
The title victory tonight marks Syuri’s first reign as the NJPW Strong Women’s Champion, while Kamitani’s reign came to an end at 99-days. She had previously won the title from AZM on 27th September, 2025, who in turn had won the championship from Mercedes Mone, earlier in 2025.
Meanwhile, Syuri has been the IWGP Women’s Champion since NJPW King Of Pro-Wrestling 2025.
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