The former WWE Cruiserweight Champion is returning to Major League Wrestling later this year. It will be the first time he wrestles for them since 2022, having spent the majority of his time in Japan with New Japan Pro Wrestling.
TJP has taken over the leadership of the United Empire faction in New Japan. He has held since Will Ospreay left earlier this year. Alongside Francesco Akira , he is a three-time IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champion. They also won the Super Jr. Tag League in 2023.
His success has not going unnoticed, as MLW boss Court Bauer is bringing him back to the promotion. MLW announced that TJP will appear at MLW Summer of the Beasts . It takes place on Thursday, August 29 at the Melrose Ballroom in New York City.
While he will wrestle in an opening tag team match, TJP is also an alternate in the 2024 Opera Cup tournament. If any wrestlers drop out of the tournament, he is ready to slot in for them at a moment’s notice.
“TJP, has been named an alternate in the 2024 Opera Cup tournament.”
“In the event that an active Opera Cup participant withdraws from the competition, TJP will be activated as an alternate. Ready to step into the tournament and showcase his exceptional skills against the best of the best. Known for his adaptability and prowess in the ring from strong style to lucha, TJP is prepared to seize any opportunity that comes his way.”
“If TJP is not activated as an alternate at Summer of the Beasts, he will still take to the ring in an open contract match. Ensuring that fans will witness his incredible talent and competitive spirit.”
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