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Will Ospreay Speaks Out On NJPW Pride

2026-06-23 · Will Ospreay · Opinion

Will Ospreay emphasizes the importance of pride in representing New Japan Pro-Wrestling as IWGP Heavyweight Champion.

What happened?

Ospreay responded to Yota Tsuji's comments on boycotting AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door due to NJPW's booking. Ospreay wants Tsuji to have pride in being champion and criticized NJPW for not capitalizing on Gabe Kidd's performance.

Why it matters for Will Ospreay

Ospreay mentioned Kenny Omega's match against Gabe Kidd, which he claims was the craziest match of the year. Ospreay stated that NJPW did not capitalize on Kidd's performance, asking did they capitalize on Gabe?? Answer NO.

What comes next?

Ospreay is set to compete against Swerve Strickland in the finals of the Owen Hart Foundation Men's Tournament. Ospreay loves coming to NJPW, which was his home for 8 years, and owes his life to the lion mark. He believes Tsuji should represent the company as champion in any event with New Japan's presence. Ospreay thinks there is a level of pride that comes with holding the IWGP Heavyweight Title. He cited examples of other wrestlers, including Goto and Callum, who have grown into their roles. Ospreay also mentioned Yuya & Oiwa as diamonds in the rough and Drilla who puts in a lot of work. He emphasized that NJPW has given AEW top talent, including himself, Kenny Omega, and Okada. Ospreay wants Tsuji to have pride in representing NJPW, especially as the IWGP Heavyweight Champion.

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