(NOAH) I'm here! Shiga's style is starting to emerge in the two consecutive singles matches.

Weekly Pro 24th October 2000

(Issue No. 1000)

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 For example, there was a scene where, once he had grabbed his opponents arm, he never let go, no matter how much he was thrown or shaken off. In other words, he was incredibly persistent. For example, imagine a situation where someone offers a handshake, and as soon as the other person accepts, they kick them. In other words, it's disgusting.

 It's a trivial matter that could easily be overlooked, but we mustn't miss the fact that it has meaning precisely because Shiga is doing it. He would relentlessly charge straight ahead, no matter how many times he was hit. That was the image people had of Shiga up until now, and that was his actual fighting style. This image was hindering his progress as a professional wrestler, because it inevitably gave viewers the impression that he was young. Until he breaks free from that, he will never be able to break out of the fast-paced environment of Noah. 

 When will Shiga's change become apparent? 

 Has he been thinking about that ever since the promotion was founded? 

 In terms of style, even in the match against Omori, where his fighting style is increasingly centered around joints, he made a relentless attempt to target the arms. While it raises questions about why he targeted the left arm instead of the right arm that unleashes the Axe Bomber, it turns out there was a reason for that. Instead of attacking the right arm as everyone would expect, he deliberately aimed for the opposite, hoping to find a way to win. 

 Once he has found a style that suits him, then the remaining issue is the mental aspect. If he can always project an air of mental superiority towards his opponent, then it is perfectly fine to throw away the serious side in the ring. 

Picture notes

Shiga bought out new techniques when it came to arm locks

Omori commented, "the difference between me and Shiga is whether we're showing what we've got". Although he has pinned Shiga with an Axe Bomber, he stated "He already has the talent, if he just uses what he's got, he can do better".