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NJPW & WCW Collision In Korea
Collision in Korea was the largest professional wrestling pay-per-view event ever that was jointly produced by World Championship Wrestling and New Japan Pro Wrestling. It took place over a period of two days on April 28 and 29, 1995, but did not air in North America until August 4, 1995, when WCW broadcast a selection of matches from the show on pay-per-view. The event was the first PPV from a North American wrestling promotion to be held in North Korea. The main event was Ric Flair versus Antonio Inoki. Other aired matches include The Steiner Brothers vs Hiroshi Hase & Kensuke Sasaki, Tadao Yasuda vs Road Warrior Hawk, Shinya Hashimoto defending the IWGP Heavyweight Belt vs Scott Norton, and several other matches.
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Collision in Korea was a professional wrestling event co-produced by New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW). Held in Pyongyang, North Korea, it was a landmark event, notable for being the first time major American professional wrestling promotions performed in the country. The event featured a mix of NJPW and WCW talent, with the main event pitting Antonio Inoki against Ric Flair in a highly anticipated singles match.
Critical Reception
Collision in Korea is primarily remembered for its historical significance as a geopolitical event and a wrestling spectacle in an unprecedented location. While the wrestling matches themselves were generally well-received by hardcore fans of Japanese and American wrestling, the event's overall reception is often overshadowed by its unique circumstances. It's considered a significant moment in wrestling history for its cultural impact and the sheer audacity of its production.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its historical significance and groundbreaking location.
The wrestling matches, particularly the main event, were seen as solid performances.
The event is a unique piece of professional wrestling history, blending sport and political intrigue.
Google audience: Audience feedback is scarce due to the niche nature of the event and its historical context. However, discussions often highlight the event's unusual setting and the novelty of seeing major wrestling stars perform in North Korea.
Awards & Accolades
None notable (primarily known for its historical and geopolitical significance rather than awards)
Fun Fact
Collision in Korea was attended by an estimated 165,000 spectators at the Rungrado May Day Stadium, making it one of the largest crowds in professional wrestling history.
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