Taiji Ishmori Injured His Cervical Vertebra, Missing The Remainder Of NJPW’s Best Of Super Juniors
Taiji Ishimori is out.
Taiji Ishimori has been diagnosed with a cervical vertebra injury, according to New Japan Pro-Wrestling. The injury occurred during his match against Hiromu Takahashi on night eight of the Best of Super Juniors tournament. When Ishimori will return to the ring is unknown.
Ishimori will miss the rest of the Best of Super Juniors tournament events. TJP will win by forfeit on May 23 and receive two points.
NJPW released the following:
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On May 21, during his Best of the Super 30 league match with Hiromu Takahashi, Taiji Ishimori sustained an injury to his cervical vertebra. As a result, he will not be cleared to compete for the remain der of the Best of the Super Jr. tour.
After being given an assessment, Ishimori was discharged and is able to recuperate at home. He is currently comfortable and able to move normally, but does not have a timetable for a return to the ring at this time.
As Ishimori cannot wrestle TJP in Osaka May 23, he will lose via forfeit, and TJP gains two points.
We apologise to fans who were looking forward to seeing Ishimori wrestle, and appreciate your understanding. NJPW joins fans in wishing Ishimori a fast, full recovery.
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