YOH is sidelined.
New Japan Pro-Wrestling announced that YOH will be unable to compete in Best of Super Juniors due to a shoulder injury suffered at NJPW Sakura Genesis. sustained a dislocated left shoulder as well as damage to the shoulder labrum
A replacement will be announced. It is unknown when YOH will return to action.
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During a match for the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship at Sakura Genesis, YOH sustained an injury that necessitated the match being stopped. YOH went on to have a full medical assessment, and it has been determined that YOH sustained a dislocated left shoulder as well as damage to the shoulder labrum.
As a result of his injury, YOH will not compete in Best of the Super Jr. 31, beginning May 11 in Chiba. We apologise to fans who were looking forward to seeing YOH wrestle, and appreciate your understanding. A replacement for YOH in the tournament will be announced at a later date.
NJPW joins fans in wishing YOH a full and fast recovery.
Fightful wishes YOH the best in his recovery.
NJPW Best of Super Juniors begins on May 11. Fightful will have coverage of the tournament as it unfolds.
