MARIGOLD 1st Anniversary Series MARIGOLD Burning Desire 2025 7/16/25
MARIGOLD 1st Anniversary Series MARIGOLD Burning Desire 2025 7/16/25
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Location: Korakuen Hall, Tokyo, Japan
Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Time: Doors Open – 18:10 / Show Starts – 18:30 JST
Streaming: Live via Wrestle Universe
Event Preview
MARIGOLD celebrates its first year in spectacular fashion with Burning Desire 2025, a major milestone show held at Tokyo’s legendary Korakuen Hall. Featuring top-tier championship action, heated rivalries, and a spotlight on emerging stars, this event is a major statement of intent from the rising promotion.
The main event is one of the most anticipated in women’s wrestling this year: Utami Hayashishita, the reigning MARIGOLD World Champion, faces off against Takumi Iroha, the GHC Women’s Champion, in a rare double title, winner-takes-all match set for a 60-minute time limit. With both companies’ top championships on the line, this bout could reshape the power dynamics of women’s wrestling in Japan.
The undercard features eight-woman tags, inter-promotional clashes, and a United National Championship defense by Mai Sakurai, continuing the blend of youth, strength, and storytelling that has defined MARIGOLD’s first year.
Full Match Card
1. 8-Woman Tag Team Match
Miku Aono, Kouki Amarei, Kizuna Tanaka & Erina Yamanaka
vs
Chika Goto, Nao Ishikawa, Minami Yuuki & Humming Bird
– A fast-paced opening bout with young talent from MARIGOLD’s roster, showcasing agility and team dynamics.
2. 8-Woman Tag Team Match
MIRAI, Chanyota, Megaton & Yuuka Yamazaki
vs
Nagisa Nozaki, Misa Matsui, Chiaki & Rea Seto
– A physical encounter combining powerhouses and experienced grapplers in a clash of chemistry and strength.
3. Tag Match – MARIGOLD vs Marvelous
Victoria Yuzuki & Seri Yamaoka
vs
Sora Ayame & Senka Akatsuki
– Representing the MARIGOLD vs Marvelous rivalry, this tag match features rising stars with a chance to steal the spotlight.
4. Special Tag Team Match
Mayu Iwatani & Komomo Minami
vs
Mio Momono & Ai Houzan
– With Mayu’s veteran experience and Komomo’s fresh energy, this is a perfect mix of legacy and future talent.
5. United National Championship Match
Mai Sakurai (Champion)
vs
Riko Kawahata (Challenger)
– Mai Sakurai defends her title for the sixth time in what promises to be a hard-fought technical contest. Kawahata is known for her resilience, making this a potential show-stealer.
6. Double Championship Main Event – 60-Minute Time Limit
Utami Hayashishita (MARIGOLD World Champion)
vs
Takumi Iroha (GHC Women’s Champion)
– Both championships are on the line. The winner walks away as a unified champion, symbolizing dominance across two major promotions. With no draw permitted under the match rules, fans are guaranteed a clear winner.
Event Conclusion
Burning Desire 2025 isn’t just another card—it’s MARIGOLD’s declaration of dominance and a celebration of its breakout year. The double title main event is not only historic, but also pivotal for the company’s future. Utami and Iroha will wage war in a match that may define the Joshi wrestling landscape for the rest of the year.
Rising stars continue to grow through inter-promotional battles, while established names anchor the show with hard-hitting action and emotional storytelling. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to MARIGOLD, this show offers something for everyone—action, drama, and legacy in the making.
