NJPW Battle Formation '96

Battle Formation '96 was a major professional wrestling event held by New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) on August 10, 1996, at the Tokyo Dome. The event featured several high-profile matches, including the main event where Shinya Hashimoto defended his IWGP Heavyweight Championship against Hideoiten. It also showcased tag team action and other singles matches highlighting NJPW's top stars of the era.

As a professional wrestling event, direct critical reception in the traditional film sense is limited. However, Battle Formation '96 is remembered by fans for its strong main event and the overall quality of NJPW's product at the time. The event is considered a significant show in NJPW's history, particularly for the championship match.

• The main event IWGP Heavyweight Championship match between Hashimoto and Hideoiten was a hard-hitting and memorable contest.
• The undercard featured solid performances from various NJPW wrestlers, contributing to a strong overall show.
• Fans appreciated the high level of athleticism and storytelling typical of NJPW's golden era.

Google audience: Audience reception for NJPW events of this era is generally positive, with fans praising the in-ring action, the star power of the wrestlers, and the overall spectacle of the large-venue shows.

The event's attendance was officially announced as 65,000, making it one of the largest attended professional wrestling events in history at the time.