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New Blood 7
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PromotionWorld Wonder Ring Stardom
DateJanuary 20, 2023
CityTokyo, Japan
VenueBelle Salle Takadanobaba
Attendance307[1]
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Stardom New Blood 7 (スターダムニューブラッド7, Sutādamunyūburaddo 7) was a professional wrestling event promoted by World Wonder Ring Stardom. The event took place on January 20, 2023, in Tokyo, Japan at the Belle Salle Takadanoba, with limited attendance due in part to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic at the time. The event saw first round matches in a tournament to crown the inaugural New Blood Tag Team Champions[2]

Production

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Background

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The "New Blood" is a series of events that mainly focus on matches where rookie wrestlers, usually with three or fewer years of in-ring experience, evolve. Besides wrestlers from Stardom, various superstars from multiple promotions of the Japanese independent scene are invited to compete in bouts that are usually going under the stipulation of singles or tag team matches.[3]

The show featured seven professional wrestling matches that resulted from scripted storylines, where wrestlers portrayed villains, heroes, or less distinguishable characters in the scripted events that built tension and culminated in a wrestling match or series of matches.[4] During the Stardom New Blood 6 event, it was announced that New Blood Tag Team Championship would be introduced, with a tournament to crown the inaugural champions beginning at New Blood 7 on January 20, and concluding at New Blood Premium in Yokohama Budokan on March 25.[5][6][7] The event's official press conference was broadcast on Stardom's YouTube channel on January 5, 2023.[8]

New Blood Tag Team Championship Inaugural tournament

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Quarterfinals
New Blood 7
(January 20) 		Semifinals
New Blood Premium
(March 25) 		Finals
New Blood Premium
(March 25)[9]
         
Club Venus
(Xia Brookside and Mariah May) 		Pin
Oedo Tai
(Starlight Kid and Karma) 		12:26
Oedo Tai
(Starlight Kid and Karma) 		Pin
Mai Sakurai and Chanyota 7:05
Queen's Quest
(Hina and Lady C[a]) 		9:05
Mai Sakurai and Chanyota Pin
Oedo Tai
(Starlight Kid and Karma) 		Pin
God's Eye
(Mirai and Tomoka Inaba) 		13:07
God's Eye
(Ami Sourei and Nanami) 		Pin
Momo Kohgo and Momoka Hanazono 11:53
God's Eye
(Ami Sourei and Nanami) 		10:19
God's Eye
(Mirai and Tomoka Inaba) 		Sub
God's Eye
(Mirai and Tomoka Inaba) 		Pin
wing★gori
(Saya Iida and Hanan) 		12:02

Event

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The entire event was broadcast live on Stardom's YouTube channel.[10] In the first match, Rina picked up a victory over rookie Miran. Next, Ruaka defeated Marika Kobashi. The third bout saw Nanae Takahashi defeating Waka Tsukiyama in a passion-injection match. The next four matches portraited the quarterfinals of the New Blood Tag Team Championship inaugural tournament. First, Ami Sourei and Nanami getting a victory over Momo Kohgo of Stars and freelancer Momoka Hanazono. Next, Donna Del Mondo's Mai Sakurai and Chanyota of P.P.P. Tokyo picked up a victory over Hina and Lady C. Next, Starlight Kid and Ruaka surpassed the team of Xia Brookside and Mariah May. The main event saw Mirai and Tomoka Inaba defeating Saya Iida and Hanan, wrapping up the event and establishing the semifinals of the new championships tournament.[11][12][13]

Results

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No.Results[14]StipulationsTimes[1]
1Rina defeated MiranSingles match7:16
2Ruaka defeated Marika KobashiSingles match6:34
3Nanae Takahashi defeated Waka TsukiyamaSingles match11:43
4God's Eye (Ami Sourei and Nanami) defeated Momo Kohgo and Momoka HanazonoNew Blood Tag Team Championship quarterfinals match11:53
5Mai Sakurai and Chanyota defeated Queen's Quest (Hina and Lady C)New Blood Tag Team Championship quarterfinals match9:05
6Oedo Tai (Starlight Kid and Karma) defeated Club Venus (Xia Brookside and Mariah May)New Blood Tag Team Championship quarterfinals match12:26
7God's Eye (Mirai and Tomoka Inaba) defeated wing★gori (Saya Iida and Hanan)New Blood Tag Team Championship quarterfinals match12:02

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Stardom New Blood 7

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Stardom New Blood 7 was a professional wrestling event produced by World Wonder Ring Stardom, held on January 20, 2023, at Belle Salle Takadanobaba in Tokyo, Japan, and streamed live on YouTube. The show consisted of seven matches, primarily serving as the quarterfinal round of a single-elimination tournament to determine the inaugural New Blood Tag Team Champions, a new title division aimed at showcasing up-and-coming talent within the promotion. The event opened with three singles matches: Rina defeated Miran in 7:16, Ruaka defeated Marika Kobashi in 6:34, and defeated Waka Tsukiyama in 11:43, the latter of which saw Tsukiyama issue a challenge for a rematch at the subsequent New Blood Premium event. The tournament quarterfinals followed, with (Ami Sourei and ) defeating and Momoka Hanazono; and Chanyota defeating Hina and Lady C; the team of and Karma defeating and ; and Mirai and defeating Hanan and Saya Iida. These outcomes advanced the winners to the semifinals, setting the stage for the tournament's conclusion at New Blood Premium on March 25, 2023, where Bloody Fate ( and Karma) ultimately captured the titles in the final. The event drew an attendance of 307.

Production

Background

The New Blood series was launched by in March 2022 as a dedicated platform to showcase and develop emerging wrestlers with three or fewer years of professional in-ring experience. These events feature matches involving young talent from Stardom's own roster alongside rookies from other Japanese promotions, such as Marvelous, Diana, and Just Tap Out, providing opportunities for cross-promotional exposure and skill-building in a lower-pressure environment compared to Stardom's main roster shows. The inaugural event, New Blood 1, took place on March 11, 2022, at Shinagawa Intercity Hall in , marking the series' debut as a free-to-stream program on to broaden accessibility for fans and talent alike. Stardom's roster structure evolved significantly in the post-COVID era, necessitating targeted initiatives like New Blood to nurture the influx of new wrestlers amid recovery efforts. The promotion faced challenges during the , including limited attendance and event disruptions due to health restrictions, which slowed talent development but highlighted the need for structured pathways as live audiences returned. By , with easing restrictions under Bushiroad's ownership since 2020, Stardom experienced a surge in young signees and collaborations, expanding its depth but requiring specialized events to integrate without overwhelming the established divisions. New Blood addressed this by emphasizing foundational growth for up-and-coming performers, fostering long-term sustainability in joshi . On December 16, 2022, during New Blood 6, announced the creation of the , a new title exclusively for s comprising eligible young wrestlers to further incentivize partnership and competition within the series. The inaugural tournament for the belts was scheduled to span multiple New Blood events, beginning on January 20, 2023, at New Blood 7 and culminating at a premium show on March 25, 2023, in . This addition underscored 's commitment to elevating tag team dynamics among rookies, aligning with the series' developmental goals.

Tournament Details

The inaugural New Blood Tag Team Championship tournament was structured as a single-elimination involving eight teams, designed to showcase emerging talent within World Wonder Ring Stardom's developmental division. The quarterfinal matches took place at the Stardom New Blood 7 event on January 20, 2023, with the semifinals and final at New Blood Premium on March 25, 2023. Eligibility for the required teams to consist of wrestlers with three years or less of experience, emphasizing Stardom's focus on nurturing from its internal units such as , , and , alongside external talents to broaden exposure. The participating teams in the quarterfinals at New Blood 7 included: Pre-event promotion highlighted the tournament's role as a vital stepping stone toward Stardom's main roster championships, with cross-promotional elements like the involvement of international wrestlers from partnerships such as AEW adding to the anticipation and global appeal.

Event Logistics

Stardom New Blood 7 was held on January 20, 2023, at Belle Salle Takadanobaba in Tokyo, Japan. The event drew an attendance of 307 fans, a figure constrained by venue capacity limits and Japan's ongoing COVID-19 health protocols that continued to restrict large gatherings in early 2023. The show was broadcast live for free on World Wonder Ring Stardom's official YouTube channel, offering an entry-level viewing option that broadened access for global audiences beyond traditional pay-per-view models. This streaming approach aligned with Stardom's strategy to promote emerging talent through digital platforms during the post-pandemic recovery period. A last-minute adjustment occurred due to an injury sidelining , who was originally slated to team with Hina representing in a quarterfinal; stepped in as her replacement for the bout against Mai Sakurai and Chanyota. The overall card featured seven matches, structured with three opening non- singles contests to build momentum before transitioning into the four quarterfinal matches of the inaugural . This format emphasized a balanced progression, allowing undercard performers to shine while centering the event around the tag title bracket's early stages.

Results

Non-Tournament Matches

The non-tournament matches at Stardom New Blood 7 consisted of three singles bouts featuring younger talents, serving as the event's opening undercard to showcase emerging wrestlers ahead of the main tournament. In the first match, Rina defeated Miran by pinfall at 7:16 with a Gory Bomb, dominating the bout as the aggressor against the younger competitor who displayed solid aerial offense and resilience through several near falls. Rina's performance highlighted her ability to control the pace against a spirited opponent, making it a promising showcase for both at their respective ages of 16 and 13. The second contest saw Ruaka defeat Marika Kobashi by pinfall at 6:34 via a top-rope splash, with Ruaka establishing herself as the overpowering bully while Kobashi impressed during her offensive bursts despite some awkward moments in taking punishment. Though the pair lacked seamless chemistry, the quick-paced encounter allowed Kobashi to demonstrate potential in a brief but effective spotlight. Nanae Takahashi closed the undercard by defeating Waka Tsukiyama by pinfall at 11:43 with a , overpowering the plucky in a longer match that emphasized Tsukiyama's underdog fightback through dropkicks and a attempt. The bout built a compelling of dominance tempered by the rookie's determination, providing a story-driven contrast to the shorter openers. These matches offered essential ring time for undercard wrestlers, focusing on skill development and exposure without any title stakes, aligning with the event's emphasis on nurturing new talent.

Tournament Quarterfinals

The quarterfinals of the inaugural New Blood Tag Team Championship tournament took place at Stardom New Blood 7 on January 20, 2023, featuring four matches that advanced the four winning teams to the semifinals. These bouts showcased emerging talent from various stables, with God's Eye fielding two distinct pairings to represent their unit. In the first quarterfinal, God's Eye's Ami Sourei and faced Up-Taked's and Momoka Hanazono. The match built steadily with high-energy exchanges, culminating in Sourei's Blue Thunder Bomb on Hanazono for the pinfall victory after 11:53. This win highlighted Sourei's finishing prowess in securing the three-count. The second quarterfinal pitted and Chanyota against 's Hina and Lady C, the latter stepping in as a substitute due to an injury in the original lineup. Despite the setback for , Sakurai and Chanyota demonstrated resilience, overcoming early pressure with a coordinated Samoan Drop and missile dropkick combo, followed by Sakurai's diving elbow for the pinfall in 9:05. Their determination underscored the adaptability required in the tournament format. Oedo Tai's and Karma took on Club Venus's international duo of and in the third quarterfinal. Oedo Tai employed their signature heel tactics, including distractions and aggressive interference, to disrupt the challengers' rhythm against the backdrop of Brookside and May's technical style. Karma sealed the win with a pinning combination on Brookside after 12:26, advancing through cunning execution. The final quarterfinal saw 's Mirai and against wing★gori's Saya Iida and Hanan. Mirai's veteran experience steered the team through intense back-and-forth action, leveraging her power moves to set up Inaba's sitout DVD on Iida for the pinfall victory in 12:02. This result emphasized Mirai's guiding role in elevating her partner's performance. The advancing teams from these quarterfinals were (represented by both Sourei/Nanami and Mirai/Inaba), and Chanyota, and ( and Karma), setting up the semifinals for the .

Aftermath

Tournament Progression

The quarterfinal winners from Stardom New Blood 7—Oedo Tai's Unique Glare ( and Karma), and Chanyota, (Ami Sourei and ), and (MIRAI and )—advanced to the semifinals at the subsequent New Blood Premium event on March 25, 2023. In the first semifinal, Unique Glare defeated and Chanyota via pinfall in 11 minutes and 58 seconds. In the second semifinal, MIRAI and of overcame their stablemates Ami Sourei and Nanami via pinfall in 10 minutes and 19 seconds. The tournament final saw Unique Glare capture the inaugural by defeating MIRAI and via pinfall from Karma on Inaba after 15 minutes and 42 seconds. This outcome positioned Oedo Tai's Unique Glare as inaugural champions with a six-month , solidifying their dominance in the rookie tag team landscape and paving the way for defenses across future New Blood events.

Key Developments

One significant development prior to the event was the injury to , a key member of , which sidelined her from January 20 to 29 and necessitated her replacement by Lady C in the tag team tournament alongside Hina. This last-minute change contributed to 's quarterfinal loss to Chanyota and , prompting discussions about the unit's ongoing stability amid frequent roster adjustments and injuries. Amasaki's absence highlighted vulnerabilities in the faction's depth, especially as it relied on integrating newer talents like Lady C to maintain momentum in rookie-focused events. In the non-tournament opener, following Waka Tsukiyama's defeat to veteran , Tsukiyama issued an immediate challenge for a rematch at the upcoming New Blood Premium event on March 25, escalating their mentor-protégé dynamic into a formal . This angle positioned Tsukiyama as an emerging contender seeking validation against established figures, setting the stage for intergenerational storytelling in Stardom's New Blood series. The event drew 307 attendees at Belle Salle , a solid turnout for the venue's capacity despite lingering post-pandemic limitations on larger gatherings, underscoring sustained fan interest in Stardom's developmental shows. Broadcast live on , it amplified visibility for the promotion's rookie initiative, with the platform's accessibility helping to cultivate a global audience for up-and-coming wrestlers. Additionally, by featuring competitors from various Japanese independent promotions, the card fostered cross-promotional relationships, enhancing Stardom's ties within the broader scene.

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