Hustle 29 Results + Hustle Aid 2008 @ Ariake Colosseum by Stevie - 03/20/2008

Recap later (For real, this time.) Biggest news is that Hustle Aid will return for a 2008 installment. However, unlike the two prior years, the show will not eminate from the Saitama Super Arena. Instead, Hustle will hold the event in the Ariake Colosseum in Tokyo, which can house anywhere between 10,000 and 20,000 fans. The tagline for the event is, "ARE YOU READY? IT'S SHOWTIME!!

HUSTLE 29
March 20, 2008
Osaka - Grand Cube Osaka

1. "Hustle Buzzsaw" TAJIRI , "Hustle Supernova" KUSHIDA & ＼(^o^)／ Chie beat Kidata Low 2008 , Dark Von Maestro Ein & Dark Von Maestro Zwei (12:03) when KUSHIDA pinned Ein with the Choushinsei press.
2. "Hustle General" Genichiro Tenryu & "Super Cyborg" Ryouji Sai beat "Monster K'" Kohei Sato & The Monster C (5:43) when Tenryu pinned C after the 53-Years Old.
3. Ginga Iketani & The Great Sasuke beat Anjo Shireichoukan & Giant Vabo (10:23) when Iketani pinned Vabo with the Gin Press II
4. "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada & "Fire Monster" Shinjiro Otani beat HG & RG (18:17) when Kawada pinned HG with a Powerbomb.
5. Bob "The Beast" Sapp pinned Bono-chan (7:38) with the BBD.

Hustle House Vol. 34 results by Stevie - 03/17/2008

News and notes later.

HUSTLE HOUSE VOL. 34
March 17, 2008
Tokyo - Korakuen Hal
2,130 Fans (Super No Vacancy)l

1. "Hustle Buzzsaw" TAJIRI , "Hustle Supernova" KUSHIDA & ＼(^o^)／ Chie beat Aka Onigumo , Ao Onigumo & Ki Onigumo (12:00) when TAJIRI pinned Aka after the Buzzsaw Kick.
2. Anjo Shireichoukan pinned Giant Vabo (7:42) with the 300% Victor Style Clutch.
3. HG & Ryouji Sai beat "Hustle General" Genichiro Tenryu & RG (9:32) when HG pinned RG after the 69 Driver.
4. "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada beat Bono Chan (6:49) after the Monster PK.

Razor Ramon Clash in Korakuen! by Stevie - 03/06/2008

President Takada announced that Hustle House Vol. 34 on 3/17 will see the two members of "Razor Ramon" clash, as HG and Ryouji Sai will face off against his partner RG and "Hustle General" Genichiro Tenryu! Takada's plan is to create a rift between the two friends and partners who will have to work together just three days later against "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada and the "Fire Monster" Shinjiro Otani at Hustle 29. Will that day in Osaka mark the last for Razor Ramon?

HUSTLE HOUSE VOL. 34
March 17, 2008
Tokyo - Korakuen Hall

- HG & Ryouji Sai vs. "Hustle General" Genichiro Tenryu & RG
- "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada vs. Monster Bono

Sasuke/Iketani vs. Anjo/ X by Stevie - 02/28/2008

In yet another match made for the 3/20 Hustle 29 Osaka show, Ginga Iketani and The Great Sasuke will form their successful NYE masked team to face Anjo Shireichoukan and a mystery partner. The press conference to announce the match involved Giant Vabo (Who is still in the dog house with the Monster Army) trying to perform gymnastics, only to end up taking a hard fall... One would assume he'll end up being Anjo's partner.


HUSTLE 29
March 20, 2008
Osaka - Grand Cube Osaka

- Ginga Iketani & The Great Sasuke vs. Anjo Shireichoukan & X
- HG & RG vs. "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada & "Fire Monster" Shinjiro Otani
- Bob "The Beast" Sapp vs. Monster Bono

Huste 30 @ Yoyogi, Hustle 28 Rematch by Stevie - 02/27/2008

While the 4/16 Hustle House Vol. 35 show has been confirmed for a week, Hustle just announced that it will run Yoyogi National Gymnasium #2 for Hustle 30 on 4/13.

HUSTLE 30
April 13, 2008
Tokyo - Yoyogi National Gymnasium #2

HUSTLE HOUSE VOL. 35
April 16, 2008
Tokyo - Korakuen Hall

Hustle also announced a rematch from Hustle 28, as HG and RG will once again clash with "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada and the "Fire Monster" Shinjiro Otani at Hustle 29 in Osaka... However, news has some out this morning that Shinjiro Otani reaggravated his right shoulder injury, forcing him to cancel his upcoming 3/02 ZERO1-MAX booking. Whether he will be pulled from 3/20 has yet to be announced.


HUSTLE 29
March 20, 2008
Osaka - Grand Cube Osaka

- HG & RG vs. "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada & "Fire Monster" Shinjiro Otani
- Bob "The Beast" Sapp vs. Monster Bono

Bono vs. Sapp & Kawada by Stevie - 02/25/2008

Yinling-sama has arranged two matches for her dear son. As announced on Hustle 28, Monster Bono will clash with "The Beast" Bob Sapp on 3/20 at Hustle 29 in Osaka. But first, Bono will face the ever dangerous "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada on 3/17 at Hustle House Vol. 34!

HUSTLE HOUSE VOL. 34
March 17, 2008
Tokyo - Korakuen Hall

- "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada vs. Monster Bono

HUSTLE 29
March 20, 2008
Osaka - Grand Cube Osaka

- Bob "The Beast" Sapp vs. Monster Bono

Hustle 28 Results! + Sapp in MMA... by Stevie - 02/24/2008

Takada finally banished Bono from the Monster Army following the main event. Anjo then revealed that article 18 of Monster Martial Law stated that all betrayers of the Monster Army needed to be executed. Therefore, Takada announced Monster Bono vs. Bob Sapp (Who was destroyed last night in Tacoma by Jan Nortje...) at Hustle 29 on 3/20 in Osaka. Bono stuck up for Bono, but Takada said he was equally --if not more-- guilty than Bono. HG sent invitations to both Bono and Hunt to join the Hustle Army, offering them a plentiful amount of free sushi from Genichiro Tenryu's shop, but Bono turned him down, saying that currently, he still didn't trust the Hustle Army. TAJIRI said it was sad to see a young boy's heart become so rough, and blamed the parenting of Yinling-sama...

Razor Ramon (HG & RG) faced Monster K and the returning Fire Monster in the semi Hustle. RG took an absolute beating at the hands of Kawada, who chopped RG until his chest was raw. That said, RG showed good guts, and continues to gain popularity with fans. HG and Kawada agreed that a singles match between the two was inevitable... But no date was announces.

＼(^o^)／ Chie earned a stunning victory over Giant Vabo earlier in the show, submitting Vabo with a scissored sleeper hold! The match had the stipulation that if Vabo lost, he would shave his head. He lived up to his agreement, amongst calls of "BUZZ!" However, as punishment, Anjo only shaved the middle of Vabo's head. Anjo also kicked Vabo repeatedly, before leaving him in the ring alone.

HUSTLE 28
February 24, 2008
Saitama - Saitama Super Arena Community Hall

1. "Hustle Buzzsaw" TAJIRI & "Hustle Supernova" KUSHIDA beat The Flying Vampire XVI & The Flying Vampire XXIII (13:53) when TAJIRI pinned XVI after the Buzzsaw Kick.
2. ＼(^o^)／ Chie beat Giant Vabo (5:29) with a sleeper hold.
3. "Hustle General" Genichiro Tenryu & "Super Cyborg" Ryouji Sai beat "Monster K'" Kohei Sato & The Monster C (7:17) when Sai pinned C after the Sidmouth.
4. "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada & "Fire Monster" Shinjiro Otani beat HG & RG (12:46) when Kawada pinned RG after a series of chops.
5. Monster Bono & Mark Hunt beat Tiger Jet Singh & Anjonosuke (6:12) when Bono pinned Anjonosuke with the Monster Tsushi.

Hustle was (kind of) represented in the US MMA scene last night in Tacoma, Washington, as Bob Sapp made his American MMA debut facing former K-1 star and sometimes pro-wrestler, Jan "The Giant" Nortje. Despite much of the hype and publicity surrounding Sapp (who is from Washington), he was quickly beaten after taking repeated punches from Nortje that forced the TKO stoppage.

STRIKEFORCE, "STRIKEFORCE AT THE DOME"
February 23, 2008
Tacoma, Washington - Tacoma Dome

- Jan "The Giant" Nortje beat Bob "The Beast" Sapp (1R 0:55) by TKO.

Hustle House Vol. 33 Results by Stevie - 02/20/2008

The biggest news from the show was that Mark Hunt came to Bono's aid after the match, and will be his partner on 2/24 against Singh and Anjosuke. This had been speculated for a while, and was pretty much guaranteed when Hunt announced his intention to wrestle. Ginga Iketani and The Great Sasuke also made their return to night, and will compete at Hustle 29 on 3/20. HG and Kawada also shared some interesting words after their match, with HG promising to exceed Kawada as a professional wrestler.

HUSTLE HOUSE VOL. 33
February 21, 2008
Tokyo - Korakuen Hall
2,120 Fans (Super No Vacancy Full House)

1. "Hustle Supernova" KUSHIDA , ＼(^o^)／ Chie & RG beat Anjo Shireichoukan , The Flying Vampire XVI & The Flying Vampire XXIII (11:21) when KUSHIDA pinned XVI with the Choushinsei press.
2. "Hustle General" Genichiro Tenryu pinned Giant Vabo (5:38) after a lariat.
3. HG , "Hustle Buzzsaw" TAJIRI & "Super Cyborg" Ryouji Sai beat "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada , "Monster K'" Kohei Sato & The Monster C (10:32) when HG pinned C with the Shouten Drop.
4. Monster Bono beat Tiger Jet Singh (3:18) by DQ.

Next Hustle is three days from now, from the Saitama Super Arena Community Hall. Shinjiro Otani returns from his neck injury to unite with Monster K against Otani's former Hustle Army teammates, HG and RG.

HUSTLE 28
February 24, 2008
Saitama - Saitama Super Arena Community Hall

1. ＼(^o^)／ Chie vs. Giant Vabo
2. "Hustle General" Genichiro Tenryu & "Super Cyborg" Ryouji Sai vs. "Monster K'" Kohei Sato & The Monster C
3. "Hustle Buzzsaw" TAJIRI & "Hustle Supernova" KUSHIDA vs. The Flying Vampire XVI & The Flying Vampire XXIII
4. HG & RG vs. "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada & "Fire Monster" Shinjiro Otani
5. Tiger Jet Singh & Anjosuke vs. Monster Bono & Mark Hunt

Updated Cards, The Fire Monster returns... by Stevie - 02/12/2008

The full card for Hustle House Vol. 33 was released, along with a new match for Hustle 28 on 2/24 that sees the return of the "Fire Monster" Shinjiro Otani, who will pair up with Toshiaki Kawada to face HG and RG. Kawada sent a stern message to HG and RG, promising to drive both into retirement!

HUSTLE HOUSE VOL. 33
February 21, 2008
Tokyo - Korakuen Hall

1. "Hustle Supernova" KUSHIDA , ＼(^o^)／ Chie & RG vs. Anjo Shireichoukan , The Flying Vampire XVI & The Flying Vampire XXIII
2. "Hustle General" Genichiro Tenryu vs. Giant Vabo
3. HG , "Hustle Buzzsaw" TAJIRI & "Super Cyborg" Ryouji Sai vs. "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada , "Monster K'" Kohei Sato & The Monster C
4.Tiger Jet Singh vs. Monster Bono

HUSTLE 28
February 24, 2008
Saitama - Saitama Super Arena Community Hall

1. Tiger Jet Singh & Anjosuke vs. Monster Bono & X
2. HG & RG vs. "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada & "Fire Monster" Shinjiro Otani

Bono + Mark Hunt returns by Stevie - 02/07/2008

The saga of Monster Bono continues. At the volition of Bono's own mother, Bono will face feared gaijin Tiger Jet Singh on 2/21 at Hustle House Vol. 33. In addition, Bono and a friend will face Singh and Anjonosuke three days later at Hustle 28... No word on who Bono's "friend" may be...

HUSTLE HOUSE VOL. 33
February 21, 2008
Tokyo - Korakuen Hall
1. Tiger Jet Singh vs. Monster Bono

HUSTLE 28
February 24, 2008
Saitama - Saitama Super Arena Community Hall
1. Tiger Jet Singh & Anjosuke vs. Monster Bono & X

Elsewhere, Hustle announced the return of Mark Hunt, who first appeared as the secret weapon in the Dynamite Hardcore Hustle Weapons Match at Hustle Mania 2007. A date wasn't announced, but much like he stated prior to his first arrival, he is unsure which side he will align with, be it the Hustle Army, or the Monster Army.

Updates by Stevie - 02/05/2008

I'd like to apologize for the lack of updates. I blame it partly on the school semester starting up again. But then there's the fact that NOTHING IS HAPPENING in Hustle right now. Well, that's not entirely true. I'll probably try and work on a giant post sometime this weekend trying to cover the small little bits I've missed. But I can assure you, that nothing major has happened.

Next Hustle is on 2/21 for Hustle House Vol. 33 at Korakuen. So we're still a couple weeks away from any announcement regarding a card.

Regarding e-mails I've gotten... If you've e-mailed me, and haven't gotten a response. I'm sorry! I'll also be trying to get on top of that as well this weekend.

Also, because I've gotten more than one e-mail asking this... Yes, I have a MySpace... I just don't use it that often. That said, if I must give it out, it's http://www.myspace.com/hustlehustle. Seriously. I cannot be held responsible for whatever psychological damage you suffer.

President Yamaguchi talks future events, Sakata down... by Stevie - 01/17/2008

Immediately following Hustle House Vol. 32, President Yamaguchi, along with Wataru Sakata held an interview to discuss a variety of different things. Yamaguchi first announced that Hustle would again run its two marquee events this year, with Hustle Aid 2008 happening in May. But this time, Nagoya will host the event, rather than Saitama. Along with that, President Yamaguchi confirmed that Hustle Mania would again from Yokohama Arena. However, right now the event is tentatively scheduled for October, rather than November. President Yamaguchi also said that Hustle is formulating a plan to hold a "field" event during the Summer.

Following that, Wataru Sakata unfortunately announced that due to an operation on a herniated disc in his back, Wataru Sakata would have to miss the February series. Sakata admitted that he has been fighting occasional numbness in his right leg for some time now, requiring injections of anodyne to get by. Sakata said that his aim was to return in March. but we'll have to wait and see...

Hustle house Vol. 32 Results by Stevie - 01/17/2008

The never ending war between the Hustle Army and the Monster Army continued tonight in Korakuen Hall, for Hustle House Vol. 32. The Main Hustle, a continuation of Hustle 27 on 1/13 saw Wataru Sakata and HG, along with RG attempt to gain revenge over Bob Sapp, Monster Bono and Anjo Shireichoukan. Before the match, Bono refused to participate back at the Monster Lair, until his mother, Yinling-sama threatened to STARVE him! Bono reluctantly came to the ring for the match, but refused to cooperate with Sapp and Anjo. Even without Bono, Sapp and Anjo proved to be more than a handful for the Hustle Army. Towards the end, Yinling came to the ring, and began berating Bono, which led to a tackling match between he and Sapp, causing the two to inadvertently sandwich Anjo in between... Sapp finally lost it, and attacked Bono. After giving Bono a Backdrop, Sapp and Anjo abandoned Bono. With loud RG calls behind him, RG climbed to the top, and capitalized with the "Dear Tanahashi", RG's version of Hiroshi Tanahashi's High Fly Flow Frog Splash to pick up the win for the Hustle Army!

After the match, Yinling-sama began attacking her son with her whip, beating Bono repeatedly! Finally, the voice of President Takada called Yinling off of Bono, as Takada Theater began. President Takada appeared up in the balcony of Korakuen Hall, earning a roaring round of "SOU-TOU!" calls. Takada asked Yinling if she was being too severe with Bono... Yinling BANISHED her son from the Monster Army, saying there was no place for cry babies... Still in the ring, Bono pulled himself up to his feet, responding to his mother by shouting, "KUSO BABAA!" (Shitty Old Hag!) Bono's abrasive language shocked everyone, including Kawada, who lectured Bono in what is and isn't proper language when speaking to your parent... Takada actually appealed to Bono, saying he a necessary member of the Monster Army. Bono however refuted Takada's word, and soon left.

Takada battled with the Hustle Army over the microphone afterwards. HG said that the Hustle Army would only get stronger, as Genichiro Tenryu would be returning to their ranks. Takada however promised an onslaught of attacks in February, declaring the destruction of the Hustle Army was at hand, before leaving.

The Hustle Army were also victorious in the Semi Hustle, as TAJIRI and KUSHIDA scored the win over Rene Bonaparte and Giant Vabo. Vabo entered the ring wearing similar attire to Bonaparte after Shimada told Vabo he needed to follow Bonaparte's example... Eventually, Vabo strayed from his change, bringing out his volleyballs, only to inadvertently strike Bonaparte! This allowed TAJIRI to catch Vabo with the green mist, followed by the Buzzsaw Kick, subduing Vabo long enough for KUSHIDA's Moonsault press for the win.

In what will probably be one of the best matches in-ring for Hustle in 2008, "Super Cyborg" faced the difficult task of "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada. Sai approached the match with gusto, attacking Kawada immediately after the bell. Kawada himself held nothing back against Sakata, laying into him with hard kicks and chops. Kawada finished Sai after a brutal series of knees, followed by the PK. After the match, Kawada promised to show the power of an entertainer from here on out.

The stakes were high going into the First Hustle, as Kintaman and Kurodaman risked permanent dismissal from the Monster Army with a loss today. They faced the Hustle army duo of The Great Sasuke, along with ＼(^o^)／Chie. The Mystery Masked Men cornered Chie early on, with Kanemura connecting with a Second Rope Moonsault press. However, Chie recovered, and gave her best Mirko Cro-Cop impersonation, landing a right leg high kick to the side of Kintaman's head, leading to Sasuke eventually using a Sunset Flip cradle to pin Kintaman... After the match, Nitouhei Shimada thanked Kintaman and Kuroda man for their work, but said their probationary period had come to an end, and dismissed them... Sasuke appealed to the two of them, saying, "The Monster Army isn't the only way..."

HUSTLE HOUSE VOL. 32
January 17, 2008
Tokyo - Korakuen Hall

1. The Great Sasuke & ＼(^o^)／Chie beat Kintaman & Kurodaman (7:21) when Sasuke pinned Kintaman with a rotating cradle.
2. "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada pinned "Super Cyborg" Ryouji Sai (10:11) after the PK.
3. "Hustle Buzzsaw" TAJIRI & "Hustle Supernova" KUSHIDA beat Rene Bonaparte & Giant Vabo (11:01) when KUSHIDA pinned Vabo with the Choushinsei press.
4. "Hustle Resistance" Wataru Sakata , HG & RG beat Bob "The Beast" Sapp , Monster Bono & Anjo Shireichoukan (9:51) when RG pinned Bono with the Dear Tanahashi.

Hustle will resume activity on 2/21, with Hustle House Vol. 33, again from Korakuen.

HUSTLE HOUSE VOL. 33
February 21, 2008
Tokyo - Korakuen Hall

Hustle House Vol. 32 card by Stevie - 01/15/2008

Nitouhei Shimada and Anjo Shireichoukan held an interview in Tokyo where they announced the final card for Hustle House Vol. 32 in just two days time. Aside from the previously two matches announced, Anjo and Shimada revealed that in a revenge match of sorts from Hustle 27, TAJIRI will face Rene Bonaparte yet again, this time in a tag match. With TAJIRI will be the Hustle Army's Supernova, KUSHIDA, while The Monster Army will dispatch Giant Vabo to aide Bonaparte.

Later, the press conference was interrupted by Kurodaman, who asked if a match had been prepared for he and Kintaman. Shimada said that he hadn't seen either of the two since Hustle Matsuri, where Kintaman was knocked unconscious thanks to Mirko Cro-Cop's deadly High Kick. Kurodaman said that Kintaman had gone missing as a result, and hasn't turn up since... Shimada saw past Kuroda's blatant lies, saying that he saw Kintaman's "Lock Up" appearance, in reference to Kanemura working New Japan's 1/13 Lock Up show. Kuroda said, "...That's just a rumor!" After more persistence from Anjo and Shimada, Kuroda finally admitted he lied. He then offered Shimada a bottle of Makkori (Korean white sake) from Kintaman's behalf.

Shimada and Anjo finally told Kurodaman that he and Kintaman would in fact compete on 1/17 against The Great Sasuke and ＼(^o^)／Chie... HOWEVER, Anjo informed Kurodaman that if they did not win, they would be fired!

HUSTLE HOUSE VOL. 32
January 17, 2008
Tokyo - Korakuen Hall

1. Kintaman & Kurodaman vs. The Great Sasuke & ＼(^o^)／Chie
2. "Hustle Buzzsaw" TAJIRI & "Hustle Supernova" KUSHIDA vs. Rene Bonaparte & Giant Vabo
3. "Super Cyborg" Ryouji Sai vs. "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada
4. "Hustle Resistance" Wataru Sakata , HG & RG vs. Bob "The Beast" Sapp , Monster Bono & Anjo Shireichoukan

Hustle 27 Results by Stevie - 01/13/2008

The Hustle Army's strongest two faced off against the "Mega Monster" team of "The Beast" Bob Sapp and Monster Bono. Sakata worked against Bono early on, trying to use kicks to subdue the six-month old, only for Bono to overpower Sakata with his power. Sakata and HG made frequent tags early on against Bono, trying to maintain control of the match. Bono was eventually overwhelmed a Flying Knee Kick from HG and a Missile Kick from Sakata, knocking Bono to the mat! Sapp came in to save Bono from a pin attempt, only to accidentally land on Bono himself! Bono threw a temper tantrum because of this, and left Sapp in the ring by himself to fend for himself against Sakata and HG. But even just facing Sapp, the Hustle Army had to contend with the strength of more than one person. Sapp eventually shrugged off a double dropkick from the two, significantly breaking their confidence. Sapp finally hit Sakata with a Dropkick of his own, before flattening Sakata with the vicious Beast Bomb to give the Mega Monsters the win!

After the match, Yinling-sama chastised her son for his behavior, demanding he apologize to Sapp. Bono defiantly refused, causing Yinling to say, "Such a bad child cannot be my own!" before striking Bono with her whip! Yinling would immediately seem to regret her actions, but it was too late, as Bono cried, "Mama is a fool!" before storming off! Yinling attempted to chase after her son, but the booming voice of President Takada shouted, "Wait, Yinling!" And thus Takada Theater began.

President Takada descended upon the stage, along with the rest of the Monster Army (minus Bono). After a long series of "Sou-tou!" calls from the fans, Takada congratulated himself for a great event to start the year, and thanked the Nagoya fans. Takada then talked about Yinling and the problems with her son, saying that the relationship between Yinling and Muta was far too complicated for a six-month old to comprehend. However, Takada said the important thing was not that Bono have two parents, but that the parent he is with raise him to become a strong, confident monster. Yinling also apologized to Sapp for Bono's actions. As only Bob Sapp can, he said, "NO PROBLEM! BONO-CHAN IS MY BROTHER! MONSTER-GUN IS MY FAMILY!"

Takada then targeted Sakata, asking, "Are you only a man when you have your fairy?" Kawada interjected his opinion, saying that Sakata failed his home crowd of Nagoya with his performance tonight, while Kawada himself had made his home area proud. Takada asked Kawada, "...Aren't you from Tochigi?" Kawada answered, "I am the hero of Tochigi!" Kawada then asked Takada after the chances of holding an event in Tochigi in the near future... Takada dismissed the idea, before leaving.

In the ring, the Hustle Army regrouped after tonight's defeat. Sakata accepted responsibility for the loss, and said that he may have become overconfident with his recent performances, and proudly declared that Hustle had more challenging mountains to climb in the coming year. HG then led the fans in his trademark Hustle pose to end the show.

In the Semi Hustle, Rene Bonaparte returned to Hustle to face "Hustle Buzzsaw" TAJIRI in their second match in the last five minutes after Bonaparte soundly defeated TAJIRI last August. The match was much more competitive than before, with TAJIRI unleashing an onslaught of kicks early on. Rene eventually grounded TAJIRI with a sleeper hold, only for TAJIRI to come back with a Swinging DDT, before trapping Bonaparte in the Tarantula. However, after missing a body attack in the corner, TAJIRI fell victim to Rene's craftiness, who cradled TAJIRI with a Schoolboy to squeak out the victory!

The Hustle Army would have their only win of the night as RG and ＼(^o^)／ Chie faced Anjo Shireichoukan and Giant Vabo. Backstage, RG and Chie talked about their upcoming match. RG noted that his only win in Hustle was a direct victory over Anjo, so their chances of victory were roughly 50%, which inspired some confidence in Chie. Their confidence was immediately deflated as Anjo and Vabo immediately attacked them in the ring, where Anjo nearly KO'd RG after a High Kick, allowing them to double team Chie. Vabo tortured Chie with a knee kick, followed by a Canadian Backbreaker. The Monster Army then turned their sights to RG, as Vabo delivered an Atomic Drop, causing RG to leap into the air in his trademark fashion. After the Hustle Army mounted a comeback, Vabo attempted to use his volleyballs, only for the RG to avoid the shot, and cradle Vabo with a sunset flip front cradle to score the flash three count!

In the Second Hustle, the "Hustle Army Young Men" of Ryouji Sai and KUSHIDA faced off against the dangerous "Monster K" team of Toshiaki Kawada and Kohei Sato. Sai and KUSHIDA gave everything they had, only for KUSHIDA to fall following a German Suplex from Sato, followed by Kawada's trademark Powerbomb. After the match, Kawada and Sai went at it over the microphone, with Sai challenging Kawada to a singles match on 1/17. Kawada accepted the challenge, making it official.

As always, Hustle looks to the culture of Japan for inspiration. The "Nagoya Local Monster" turned out to be Aka Onigumo, who after being given tainted candy became "Akafuku Gumo". The story behind this is "Akafuku" is a sweets/candy maker in Nagoya who are currently involved in a scandal over improperly labeling the dates on their candy. His match against Keroro Gunsou subsequently became a tag match, with Ao Onigumo joining the Monster's side, as they ambushed Gunsou before the match. But suddenly, HUSTLE KAMEN YELLOW made a surprising return to rescue Gunsou! Yellow immediately failed to hit his diving body press, allowing the Spider team to connect with a Double Vertical Suplex. But after some miscommunication, Ao Onigumo fell victim to the "Special Keroro Attack" to give Gunsou and Yellow the victory.


HUSTLE 27
January 13, 2008
Aichi - Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium

1. Keroro Gunsou & Hustle Kamen Yellow beat Akafuku Gumo & Ao Onigumo (4:02) when Gunsou pinned Onigumo with the Special Keroro Attack.
2. "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada & "Monster K'" Kohei Sato beat "Super Cyborg" Ryouji Sai & "Hustle Supernova" KUSHIDA (12:35) when Kawada pinned KUSHIDA with the Dangerous Powerbomb.
3. RG & ＼(^o^)／ Chie beat Anjo Shireichoukan & Giant Vabo (9:43) when RG pinned Vabo with a Terry Funk style hold.
4. Rene Bonaparte pinned "Hustle Buzzsaw" TAJIRI (11:30) with a schoolboy.
5. Bob "The Beast" Sapp & Monster Bono beat "Hustle Resistance" Wataru Sakata & HG (11:19) when Sapp pinned Sakata after the Beast Bomb.

Hustle returns on 1/17 for Hustle House Vol. 32 at Korakuen! As previously announced, Sakata, HG and RG clash with Sapp, Bono and Anjo in the Main Hustle. However, how will the conflict between Bono and Yinling affect the match? While not officially confirmed by Hustle, Kawada and Sai have agreed to meet each other in a singles match.

HUSTLE HOUSE VOL. 32
January 17, 2008
Tokyo - Korakuen Hall

1. "Super Cyborg" Ryouji Sai vs. "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada
2. "Hustle Resistance" Wataru Sakata , HG & RG vs. Bob "The Beast" Sapp , Monster Bono & Anjo Shireichoukan

GQ Gallo interview by Stevie - 01/12/2008

I had a chance to do a brief interview with Robert "GQ" Gallo, who portrayed the KATAKARI and HIZAKARI characters in Hustle. Big thanks to him for giving me the time.

Please check out GQ Gallo at his website, or hit him up on his MySpace. In addition, You can watch Gallo online on IZW's Internet show, IMPULSE!

-- Click here for the interview.

Bono doesn't trust Sapp, New dates, What is Hustle!? by Stevie - 01/11/2008

An interview was held today involving Yinling-sama, her dear son Monster Bono, and Bono's tag partner on 1/13, "The Beast" Bob Sapp. Bono has been very lonely since his father left him on 12/31, but Yinling-sama has been doing her best as a mother to brighten Bono's spirits.

Yinling-sama herself put together the 1/13 main hustle, citing that Sapp was an ideal role model for her son. However, Bono appears to not exactly trust "The Beast", and spent much of the interview sulking in the corner. Never the less, Yinling promised that her new "Mega Monster" team would give Sakata and HG of the Hustle Army an "honorable death".

Hustle has also added two new dates with Hustle House Vol. 34 taking place on 3/17 at Korakuen Hall. Three days later, Hustle will travel to Osaka on 3/20 for Hustle 29 at Grand Cube Osaka.

HUSTLE HOUSE VOL. 34
March 17, 2008
Tokyo - Korakuen Hall

HUSTLE 29
March 20, 2008
Osaka - Grand Cube Osaka

Around the site, I finally added the "What is Hustle?" page. It was rather hastily written since I kept getting comments and questions about it. Along with it is an FAQ section. If you have a question, feel free to ask. Included in the FAQ is a question I get probably more than any other question other than "Where can I get Hustle DVD's?". as I reveal the identities of some of the masked wrestlers in Hustle. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, kayfabe is in fact dead.

I'll be going back to school fairly soon, so I'm going to try and do some more updates, such as bios and the like, as I can't promise anything else after I go to school (I will obviously continue posting news and results...)

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Hustle 27 card by Stevie - 01/09/2008

Rene Bonaparte returns to Hustle on 1/13 to continue his rivalry against TAJIRI, as the two will face off in a singles match at Hustle 27. In addition, two other matches were signed for the show, as the "Monster K" team of Toshiaki Kawada and Kohei Sato will face the Hustle Army team of Ryouji Sai and KUSHIDA, while RG and ＼(^o^)／ Chie will face Anjo Shireichoukan and Giant Vabo.


HUSTLE 27
January 13, 2008
Aichi - Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium

1. Keroro Gunsou vs. Nagoya Local Monster
2. RG & ＼(^o^)／ Chie vs. Anjo Shireichoukan & Giant Vabo
3. "Super Cyborg" Ryouji Sai & "Hustle Supernova" KUSHIDA vs. "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada & "Monster K'" Kohei Sato
4. "Hustle Buzzsaw" TAJIRI vs. Rene Bonaparte
5. "Hustle Resistance" Wataru Sakata & HG vs. Bob "The Beast" Sapp & Monster Bono

Hustle 27 & Hustle House 32 Main Events + Gunsou! by Stevie - 01/07/2008

Apologies for the lack of updates, as I've been fighting a nasty cold as of late. I still plan on putting out a proper recard for the 12/31 Hustle Matsuri show when I can muster the energy to do so.

UPDATE: A full detailed recap, along with pictures of Hustle Matsuri can be found below this post.

Hustle announced the main events of its upcoming January shows, along with the Nagoya landing of Keroro Gunsou, who faces yet another hand picked monster from President Takada.

The company is pushing Sapp, who is coming off of a TKO victory over popular Japanese comedian Bobby Ologun at K-1's Dynamite!! super show and Monster Bono, who is coming off of a successful family reunion victory with his mother and father Great Muta at Hustle Matsuri as the Monster Army's "Strongest 2" team. They're pair up to face the Hustle Army's top two on 1/13, while a rematch of sorts will be held four days later at Korakuen Hall, with RG and Anjo Shireichoukan added respectively.

HUSTLE 27
January 13, 2008
Aichi - Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium
1. Keroro Gunsou vs. Nagoya Local Monster
2. "Hustle Resistance" Wataru Sakata & HG vs. Bob "The Beast" Sapp & Monster Bono

HUSTLE HOUSE VOL. 32
January 17, 2008
Tokyo - Korakuen Hall
1. "Hustle Resistance" Wataru Sakata , HG & RG vs. Bob "The Beast" Sapp , Monster Bono & Anjo Shireichoukan

Hustle Matsuri Results! by Stevie - 12/30/2007

On 12/31, Hustle presented its biggest show in the short history of the company, in front of its largest audience ever. 21,231 Fans total gathered to the Saitama Super Arena in what would be Hustle's second largest crowd to date in what was just 2,096 fans short of the 23,327 fans for Hustle 1, which was also at the Saitama Super Arena.

In the "Main Hustle" "Hustle Resistance" Wataru Sakata and HG proudly defended the mark of the Hustle Army against two of Takada's strongest Monster's in Scott "Flash" Norton and the 230cm (7'7") Giant Silva. With Sakata's wife, Eiko Koike watching on from ringside, Sakata started the match off against former IWGP Heavyweight Champion, Scott Norton. Like their prior singles match at Hustle Aid 2007, Sakata had a hard time against Norton's size and immense strength early on. But eventually using his agility, Sakata won out, before making the tag to HG, who immediately knocked Norton off his feet with a Swan dive Missile Kick! The Hustle Army would have an even tougher time with Giant Silva, who threw both HG and Sakata around with ease. Things continued to look bleak for the Hustle Army, as HG was pounded into the mat with a Norton Powerslam, followed by a Giant Silva Chokeslam! Soon, the Monsters brought a table into the ring, with Silva looking to send HG crashing through the table with a Giant Press... But at the last possible second, HG rolled off the table, allowing Silva to reduce the wooden table into tooth picks... A rejuvenated Sakata came in, and unloaded onto Silva with vicious kicks, along with a Superkick to Scott Norton for good measure! With Norton laid out following the Superkick, HG and Sakata finished Silva with a one-two combination, as HG came off the to onto Silva with a Diving Guillotine drop, followed by Sakata's dangerous Diving foot stomp, keeping the Giant down! On Hustle's biggest night, the Hustle Army pulled through, earning the big victory!

The Hustle Army celebrated in the ring afterwards. Sakata said that they would face whatever unreasonable hand President Takada dealt them, because he knows that he and the entire Hustle Army will be protected by "LOVE & HUSTLE".Before Sakata could continue, he was cut off by the (muffled...) voice of President Takada, who declared, "Shogun BITAN!" From the stage, emerged President Takada's newest weapon, TAKADA SHOGUN! The incarnation stood stoically as the Hustle Army responded with confused looks... Shogun finally "drew his sword", so to speak, before preparing a Laser Bitan attack! Sakata stood prepared, holding forward the "LOVE & HUSTLE" shield that ended The Esperanza... But to the surprise and dismay of the Hustle Army, Shogun's attack was too much for even the shield, as Sakata was knocked down! Having clearly sent a message, Takada Shogun descended back into the pits of hell from which he came.

To make matters even more flustered, the Hustle Army was greeted by President (Teppei) Arita, who introduced himself as the President of the Hustle Army (With HG and RG even leading the fans in "SO-TO!" calls) HG asked Arita what he was doing here at the Saitama Super Arena. Arita responded, "I am here because I love pro-wrestling... I love Hustle!" Arita eventually called Takada out. President Takada's voice finally boomed over the speakers, "Hey! Why won't you leave!?"

President Takada Theater officially began, as Takada appeared on the stage with the rest of the Monster Army. Takada first thanked the fans for his successful event, and even jokingly thanked the TV viewers at home who were not seeing "Red & White" (Referencing the NHK Red & White Music Battle that dominates NYE.) Arita told Takada how long he had waited to finally meet him face-to-face, mentioning how he has watched the company since Hustle 1 in 2004, and determined that Takada was slowly losing the war against the Hustle Army! Takada was both insulted and surprised, and asked Arita whether or not he had just seen his newest creation, Takada Shogun. Arita said that he would create his own incarnation, the Ariperansa to face Takada Shogun! (Arita later said it was a lie...) Takada ended by congratulating the Hustle Army on surviving this year, but said he would only praise their stubbornness... President Arita lead the fans in the original Hustle Pose to close the show.

In the semi Hustle, Monster Bono finally got his wish of being reunited with his "papa", the Great Muta! Bono and Yinling came to the ring without Muta (who was no where to be found...) to face TAJIRI, Genichiro Tenryu and RG,. TAJIRI continued taunting Bono, repeatedly asking him, "Where's papa!?" TAJIRI antagonized Bono to such an extent that it earned boo's from the fans. The 3-on-2 advantage was too much for Yinling-sama and Bono and Yinling were both locked up in Camel Clutches. But finally, the lights faded, with ominous music playing. Suddenly, from the middle of the entrance ramp emerged "Papa" Muta! Muta himself seemed confused as to what to make of his spawn... But Muta finally accepted Bono as his son with a gentle pat of the head! This immediately breathed new life into Bono, who took on all three Hustle Army members! In a desperate attempt to avoid Muta, TAJIRI sacrificed one of his own, THROWING RG IN TO FACE MUTA! RG attempted to confuse Muta by getting on his knees and constantly saying, "Papa!?" Yinling put an end to this by grinding RG's hand into the mat with her high heel shoe... Yinling finally provoked TAJIRI into the ring, as he attempted to finish her with yet another high kick. However, TAJIRI's attack was thwarted, as Muta caught him with the poison mist, before eventually connecting with the Shining Wizard! With TAJIRI prone, Yinling exacted her revenge, leveling TAJIRI with a high kick of her own before all three family members pinned TAJIRI. In a somewhat sad moment, Bono begged Muta not to leave, insisting that the three should remain together as a family. Despite Bono's cries, Muta returned to the depths of hell... Yinling consoled Bono, saying that Bono could not follow...

Hustle also presented another "Dynamite Hardcore Hustle Weapons match", as Kintaman and Kurodaman faced the returning Erica and "Super Cyborg" Ryouji Sai. The match was filled with the usual gimmicks. However, there was one super special "secret weapon" that awaited the lucky person that hit the red button. Erica finally won the over sized pachinko game, as Duran Duran's "Wild Boys" hit, garnering a huge ovation from the fans. At Hustle Mania, it was Mark Hunt. Tonight, it was Mirko Cro Cop! Cro Cop made short work of the Mystery Masked Men, after taking Kuroda out with a suplex, followed by delivering his trademark High Kick to the side of Kintaman's head, knocking him unconscious. (Legit in fact, as Kanemura was forced to miss his later booking that night in what may become an even bigger story...) Mirko greeted the Japanese fans afterwards with "Genki desu ka!?" Mirko said that he was excited to take Mr. Takada up on this opportunity, and said that he respected Takada very much. He apologized for his performances in the vale tudo ring this year, but promised a more productive 2008.

1992 Silver Medalist Yukio Iketani made his pro-wrestling debut in the third match, teaming with The Great Sasuke to face Anjo Shireichoukan and Giant Vabo. Yukio appeared as "Iketani Ginga" for his debut, wearing a silver "Vader style" mask. Iketani received positive reviews for his debut. Iketani incorporated many gymnastic moves into his arsenal, including using Vabo as a pommel horse at one point, before scoring the win with a twisting moonsault press called the "Ginga Press". After the match, Iketani thanked Sasuke for his help during the match, and said that he would return in the future to face the challenge of the Monster Army. Iketani also talked about the possibility of forming the "Ginga Army", in which Sasuke himself volunteered to join.

To much publicity, "TV Food Fighter" Giant Shirota made his pro-wrestling debut in the second match. At the demand of Kawada, who refused to fight an amateur, Shirota teamed with KUSHIDA and (^o^)/ Chie to face Kawada in a 3-on-1 handicap match. Despite the advantage in numbers, Kawada controlled the match early on, decimating Shirota personally with kicks and chops. Kawada targeted Shirota's stomach, using a body scissors early on. After some distraction from KUSHIDA and Chie, Shirota would connect with his first offensive move, Giant Baba's 16-Mon Kick! Shirota would become crafty later on, escaping Kawada's Stretch Plum by chewing on Kawada's hand! Shirota would gain more momentum, hitting Kawada with a Bulldog Headlock, followed by a cross body block. The veteran Kawada would quickly comeback however, nearly KO'ing Shirota with a spin kick, followed by applying a half crab hold, forcing the Food Fighter to submit!

Keroro Gunsou made his return to the Hustle ring, facing the Poisonous Cobra Baron of the Monster Army, Moudoku Cobra Danshaku! With the aid of his comrades Nitouhei Tamama and Gochou Giroro, Gunsou was able to redeem himself after his Hustle Mania loss to Scott Norton, finishing Cobra with the Keroro (Frog) Splash! "Intoxicated with victory", Gunsou demanded another challenge from President Takada in the future, promising yet another return to the Hustle ring!

NEW YEAR'S EVE HUSTLE MATSURI 2007 (TV Tokyo)
December 31, 2007
Saitama - Saitama Super Arena
21,231 Fans (Super No Vacancy)

1. Keroro Gunsou w/ Nitouhei Tamama & Gochou Giroro pinned Moudoku Cobra Danshaku (6:00) with the Keroro Splash.
2. Handicap Match: "Monster K" Toshiaki Kawada beat Giant Shirota, "Hustle Supernova" KUSHIDA & (^o^)/ Chie (5:57) when he submitted Shirota with a half crab hold.
3. Ginga Iketani & The Great Sasuke beat Anjo Shireichoukan & Giant Vabo (10:48) when Iketani pinned Vabo with the Ginga press.
4. Dynamite Hardcore Hustle Weapons Match: Erica & "Super Cyborg" Ryouji Sai beat Kintaman & Kurodaman (10:15) when Erica pinned Kintaman after a Mirko Cro Cop High Kick.
5. Yinling-sama , Great Muta & Monster Bono beat "Hustle General" Genichiro Tenryu , "Hustle Buzzsaw" TAJIRI & RG (10:45) when Yinling pinned TAJIRI after a High Kick.
6. "Hustle Resistance" Wataru Sakata & HG beat Scott "Flash" Norton & Giant Silva (9:49) when Sakata pinned Silva after a Double Foot stomp.