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NJPW BEST OF THE SUPER Jr. 32 – May 27th, 2025: Live Online Preview
By WatchWrestling – Pro Wrestling Blog Extraordinaire
The Road to Glory: BEST OF THE SUPER Jr. 32 Heats Up!
The stage is set. The lights are bright. The junior heavyweights of New Japan Pro-Wrestling are ready to tear the house down once again in the most prestigious tournament in their division—BEST OF THE SUPER Jr. 32.
On May 27th, 2025, the tournament continues with another explosive night of high-flying, hard-hitting, and heart-stopping action. The stakes? A shot at the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship, eternal bragging rights, and the chance to etch their name into the history books alongside legends like Jushin Thunder Liger, Tiger Mask, and Will Ospreay.
This is your ultimate live online preview—breaking down every match, analyzing the tournament standings, and predicting who will rise, who will fall, and who will shock the world.
Tournament Standings & Current Landscape
Before diving into the May 27th card, let’s take stock of where we are in the tournament. The BEST OF THE SUPER Jr. 32 is a round-robin format, meaning every competitor faces each other in their block, with the top point-scorers advancing to the finals.
As of now, the competition is wide open. Some expected frontrunners are dominating, while dark horses are making unexpected surges. Here’s a quick snapshot:
Block A Standings (Pre-May 27th)
- El Desperado (4-1) – 8 Points – The veteran is on a warpath, proving why he’s one of the most dangerous juniors in history.
- SHO (3-2) – 6 Points – House of Torture’s cunning strategist is lurking, ready to cheat his way to victory.
- Francesco Akira (3-2) – 6 Points – The Italian high-flyer is turning heads with his explosive offense.
- TJP (2-3) – 4 Points – The technical mastermind needs a big win to stay alive.
- Blake Christian (1-4) – 2 Points – The high-risk daredevil is struggling but always one move away from an upset.
Block B Standings (Pre-May 27th)
- Hiromu Takahashi (4-1) – 8 Points – The “Ticking Time Bomb” is living up to his name, delivering chaos in every match.
- Robbie Eagles (3-2) – 6 Points – The “Sniper of the Skies” is picking off opponents with surgical precision.
- YOH (3-2) – 6 Points – The underdog is proving he belongs among the elite.
- Clark Connors (2-3) – 4 Points – The LA Dojo bruiser is bringing the fight, but can he claw his way back?
- Ninja Mack (1-4) – 2 Points – The masked sensation is struggling but always a threat with his unpredictable style.
With only a few nights left before the semifinals, every match matters. The May 27th card could make or break several competitors’ chances.
May 27th, 2025 – Full Match Card & Predictions
Match 1: El Desperado vs. Blake Christian (Block A)
The Story So Far:
El Desperado is on fire, using his brutal strikes, cunning submissions, and psychological warfare to dismantle opponents. Meanwhile, Blake Christian has had a rough tournament, with only one win so far, but his daredevil style means he’s always a threat.
What to Expect:
Desperado will look to ground Blake early, targeting his legs to neutralize his aerial game. Blake, however, will try to keep the pace fast, hitting Desperado with springboards, flips, and sudden roll-ups.
Prediction:
Desperado is too experienced to let this slip. He’ll bait Blake into a mistake, lock in the Numero Dos, and force the submission.
Winner: El Desperado (10 Points – Almost Guaranteed a Semifinal Spot)
Match 2: SHO vs. TJP (Block A)
The Story So Far:
SHO has been sneaky as ever, using every dirty trick in the book to stay in contention. TJP, meanwhile, has been frustratingly inconsistent, showing flashes of brilliance but failing to close out key matches.
What to Expect:
This will be a chess match—TJP’s technical mastery vs. SHO’s underhanded tactics. Expect wrestling counters, referee distractions, and possible interference from House of Torture.
Prediction:
SHO will cheat to win, possibly using a wrench or low blow when the ref isn’t looking. TJP will come close, but the numbers game will be too much.
Winner: SHO (8 Points – Still in the Hunt)
Match 3: Francesco Akira vs. ??? (Block A – Mystery Opponent)
The Wildcard:
NJPW has teased a mystery opponent for Akira. Speculation is running wild—could it be a returning Kushida? A surprise international talent?
What to Expect:
If it’s a legendary return, the crowd will erupt. If it’s a debut, Akira will have to adapt on the fly. Either way, expect lightning-fast exchanges and near falls.
Prediction:
Akira pulls off the win, keeping his semifinal hopes alive.
Winner: Francesco Akira (8 Points – Still Alive!)
Match 4: Hiromu Takahashi vs. Ninja Mack (Block B)
The Story So Far:
Hiromu is unstoppable right now, demolishing everyone in his path. Ninja Mack, despite his athleticism, has struggled to pick up wins.
What to Expect:
Pure chaos. Ninja Mack will throw every flip, spin, and strike he knows, but Hiromu will absorb the punishment and fire back with his signature Time Bomb lariats and Dynamite Plungers.
Prediction:
Hiromu wins, further cementing his dominance.
Winner: Hiromu Takahashi (10 Points – Semifinals Locked In?)
Match 5: Robbie Eagles vs. YOH (Block B)
The Story So Far:
Both men are tied at 6 points, making this a must-win for both. Eagles’ technical brilliance vs. YOH’s resilient fighting spirit.
What to Expect:
A technical masterpiece—leg locks, counters, and fast-paced reversals. This could steal the show.
Prediction:
Eagles edges it out with the Ron Miller Special, forcing YOH to tap.
Winner: Robbie Eagles (8 Points – Still in the Running)
Match 6: Clark Connors vs. ??? (Block B – Mystery Opponent)
The Wildcard:
Another mystery opponent—could this be a returning Ryusuke Taguchi? A debuting AEW talent?
What to Expect:
Connors will bring the brute strength, but if it’s a veteran, they’ll use experience to outmaneuver him.
Prediction:
Connors gets a hard-fought win, keeping his slim hopes alive.
Winner: Clark Connors (6 Points – Last Chance?)
Final Thoughts: Who’s Heading to the Semifinals?
After May 27th, the tournament landscape will look something like this:
Block A Outlook:
- El Desperado (10 pts) – Almost guaranteed to advance.
- SHO (8 pts) – Needs one more win.
- Francesco Akira (8 pts) – Must win out.
- TJP (4 pts) – Likely eliminated.
- Blake Christian (2 pts) – Out of contention.
Block B Outlook:
- Hiromu Takahashi (10 pts) – Semifinals bound.
- Robbie Eagles (8 pts) – Needs one more victory.
- YOH (6 pts) – Must win out.
- Clark Connors (6 pts) – Needs a miracle.
- Ninja Mack (2 pts) – Eliminated.
Why You CAN’T Miss May 27th
- Hiromu’s dominance – Will he continue his path of destruction?
- Mystery opponents – Who will shock the world?
- Semifinal implications – Every match matters now!
- Show-stealing performances – Expect at least one Match of the Year contender.
Final Verdict: Tune In or Miss History!
The BEST OF THE SUPER Jr. 32 is reaching its boiling point, and May 27th could decide who moves forward and who goes home. Will Desperado and Hiromu solidify their dominance? Will a surprise entrant shake things up? Will Robbie Eagles or YOH make a last-ditch push for glory?
One thing is certain: You do NOT want to miss this.
How to Watch:
- NJPW World (Live Stream)
- FITE TV (International PPV)
- Local Broadcast Partners
Start Time:
- Tokyo: 6:30 PM JST
- New York: 5:30 AM EST
- London: 10:30 AM GMT
What are your predictions? Who do YOU think will win BOSJ 32? Drop a comment below and let’s discuss!
Stay tuned for more NJPW coverage, and remember—when the juniors fly, wrestling soars!
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Very good show
I think his Ic run being so long hurt him as a credible world champion. It’s like he fought all the same guys and crushed them for a mid card belt now we are supposed to believe they are an actual challenge to him as a world champion? Lol when they took the intercontinental title off of him they should have moved him to SmackDown and put a new list of challengers in front of him. And moved Cody and the WWE championship to raw
Very good episode,
imagine being deluded enough to think a multi billion dollar company with guys who literally have wrestling in their blood hot shoted a heel turn storyline because they booked themselves into a corner. are you serious dude? that is the most ridiculous thing i have read in a minute lol. good luck bro.
Great episode.
Punk/Cody was there for the taking and Cena could’ve gone up against Gunther.
They knee jerked a heel turn because they booked themselves into a nepotism corner
Very good show
honestly don’t get the hate. like sure, there’s no major story here YET. But Punk/Rollins/Reigns has a lot of potential to be a high quality match. I’m legit looking forward to it and love that these three have wound up in a match together.
Great episode.
The triple threat match between them at Wrestlemania is gonna be awesome. Super stoked for this match
Great show
Let’s mention the women’s match in every live/hate challenge. Easiest task for this group of “journalists” ever. Each one of these love/hates are more embarrassing than the last. We get it, women’s wrestling is amazing and should main event every show and if a women’s match is bad it’s because where it is on the card or the booking it’s never the talent, all the women are top tier wrestlers.
Very good show
You wanna find out who the real simps and shills are? Mark down anybody who defends that main event match! Even the diehard AEW fans are crapping on that main event. It was terrible.
This Moxley stuff is stinking out the entire show and the dude seems to think he is Brock Lesnar.
The sad part is that this wasn’t a terrible show overall and with all things taken into an account. But at the end of the day, a bad ending can ruin a whole show for a lot of people. “Game of Thrones season 8” style.
Great show
So the crux of it all is that the PLE started strong…then ended with a sour belch.
The fans most remember how you left them and the fans are going to remember this show with a resounding “bleh”!
And any casual fan who watched with their buddies who are more diehard fans, may have left the viewing saying aloud, “That guy was pretty good. He should go to WWE”.
Great show.
I’ve said before but I think one of the issues here is that Tony is a massive fan of NJPW and often looks to emulate their PPV card structure. NJPW cards typically build to a climax with the big matches back to back and tend not to feature cool down matches or spots. Problem is western audiences haven’t been conditioned for that over the last 40 years, so often results in burnout. Personally I would have laid out the card like below giving breathing spaces, opening with the Steel Cage match and building to the Hollywood Ending as the main event.
Storm vs. May
Mox vs. Cope
Hangman vs. MJF
Hurt Syndicate vs. Outrunners
Takeshita vs. Omega
Swerve vs. Ricochet
Okada vs. King
Mone vs. Watanabe
Ospreay vs. Fletcher
Great episode.
Very good show, but the ending is what people remember. WWE ended Elimination Chamber with a huge heel turn. AEW ended Revolution with that abominable ending.
it doesn’t totally undo a great show, but it might have done more harm than good.
Very good show
I can already see Trips the mark statues, Trips the mark with a 20 minutes speech, the camera focusing onTrips the mark every 30 seconds when he is on the crowd.
Great show.
I’m glad they are bringing it back to a nice venue. The idea of hosting it immediately after Smackdown is insane. Why not put a highlight show or broadcast the Hall of Fame instead of airing Smackdown that week.
best of the best
Very good show tonight
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Loving it
Fantastic Article
Raw vs SD
The only switches from Raw vs SD were Breakker, and Jax?
Super excited about Kiana James to Raw.
Super excited about Kiana James to Raw. She’s been great on NXT so hopefully they don’t ruin her momentum.
I dunno what the Final
I dunno what the Final Testament want, but at this point I am afraid to ask.
Save yourself time and money a
Save yourself time and money and just say everyone on smackdown will stay on smackdown, everyone on raw will stay on raw. What clown wrote this episode?!
Willow should NOT lose
Willow should NOT lose to Moñe at Double or Nothing.
I love the work Mariah’s done with Toni,
I love the work Mariah’s done with Toni, but Ngl I would also love her just gal-palling around with Mina for a spell
I’m all in on joshi invasion of AEW.
I’m all in on joshi invasion of AEW. I’m kinda down for joshi invasion of all promotions honestly
Danielson is also a 21st century
That line makes me laugh like Danielson is also a 21st century wrestler
I’ve never heard of.
Uhg, some other random wrestler from a promotion I’ve never heard of.
This is going to be a squash match right?
Wait, Anna Jay isn’t in Dark Order?
not even the security guard
not even the security guard with the hogan beard is dragging me out of daily’s rn
Kurt V Bret V Perfect
Three other Ospreay dream matches
V Kurt V Bret V Perfect
I have never seen mina before.
I have never seen mina before…. But from the entrance alone i am a fan
I’ve ever seen. Good lord
Anna Jay one of the finest women I’ve ever seen. Good lord
May gets all the ladies.
May gets all the ladies.
Daily’s Place just feels right
Anna Jay match in Daily’s Place just feels right
Is Mina’s theme
Is Mina’s theme a rip of Danza Kaduro? 🕺🏻
I enjoy Fallon’s work in ring,
I enjoy Fallon’s work in ring, and her character work. I just wish she didn’t scream so much- every single move.
Was late tuning in tonight,
Was late tuning in tonight, went and watched the women’s title match, Tatum showed up and showed tf out. Sad she didn’t win but the sky’s the limit
Jensen getting back together
first step to Briggs and Jensen getting back together
I wonder if Fallon Henley gets called up,
I wonder if Fallon Henley gets called up, she’s not really in any important angles in NXT.
John Cena style
Jasmyn has that chiseled chin. John Cena style
“Thank you, Trish Jacey”
Jacey Jayne wants Thea to say “Thank you, Trish Jacey”
What a woman
Her weave fallen off and her not skipping a beat. What a woman. I’m all in on jaida parker
Jaida to get her feet
This OTM side quest was good for Jaida to get her feet wet but her ceiling is sooo much higher than Lucien, Bronco & SCRYPTS
Really don’t like that it’s the Women’s NXT North American Championship.
Really don’t like that it’s the Women’s NXT North American Championship. Besides being an awkward mouthful, it’s too derivative of Men’s midcard title.
Gratitude is not an option
“Gratitude is not an option but a debt that you will repay to me” lmao damn Jacy sounds so badass and ominous 😭
She’s got a really bright future.
Jaida’s only been doing this for a year and a half. She’s got a really bright future.
I love the implied narrative that
I love the implied narrative that it’s Nattie who is singlehandedly selling out a WWE tour of Europe
All these talks about call-ups,
All these talks about call-ups, I feel Jacy Jayne is more overdue than most. One of the best character workers around.
I feel like Jaida has been winning every week
I feel like Jaida has been winning every week for a while now but it hasn’t really gotten her anywhere lol
Booker’s about to faint during
Booker’s about to faint during the sexiest contract signing of all time.
SOMEONE CLIP THAT LEXIS KING
SOMEONE CLIP THAT LEXIS KING PART IN THE NXT SHOP COMMERCIAL AND MAKE IT A MEME