Current Date 19 Apr, 2025

Tetsuya Naito departs from NJPW after two decades of wrestling.

After 20 years with New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), Tetsuya Naito and Bushi are leaving the promotion on May 4th. Naito's future plans remain unclear, though WWE and AEW interest is speculated upon. While he may eventually return to NJPW, his departure marks the end of an era for the five-time IWGP Heavyweight Champion.