WWE is set to return to Japan with two Supershow events at Ryōgoku Sumo Hall in Tokyo on October 17 and 18, featuring the highly anticipated CM Punk WWE Japan Supershows. These events will showcase prominent matches that highlight top wrestlers, including Shinsuke Nakamura making his in-ring comeback alongside CM Punk in tag team action on the second night.
Event Schedule and Main Matchups Revealed
The upcoming Supershows were announced during the Japanese broadcast of WWE SmackDown on ABEMA, outlining a strong lineup across both nights. Shinsuke Nakamura, who last competed in June at the King of the Ring tournament, will return to the ring on October 17. That night, Nakamura teams with Jey Uso to face Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker. Meanwhile, CM Punk will headline the first night by challenging Seth Rollins for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, continuing their heated rivalry.
Tag Team Action and Championship Defenses
On the second night, October 18, Nakamura will join forces with CM Punk and Jey Uso in a six-man tag team match against The Vision. Female wrestlers will also feature prominently, with the United States Women’s Championship contested on both nights. Giulia will defend her title first against Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley on October 17, followed by a defense against Kairi Sane on October 18.
“Wow matches confirmed the WWE Supershow Japan at Ryogoku on 10/17:
– United States Women’s Championship: Giulia (c) vs Iyo Sky vs Rhea Ripley
On 10/18:– United States Women’s Championship: Giulia (c) vs Kairi Sane#WWEスーパーショージャパン #イヨ・スカイ #ジュリア pic.twitter.com/BnVakAMO1I” — aBcweezy88
Context and Importance of the Shows
These Supershows mark a significant return for WWE to the Japanese market, held in the iconic Ryōgoku Sumo Hall, a venue known for hosting major wrestling events. The presence of high-profile wrestlers such as CM Punk, Shinsuke Nakamura, and Seth Rollins adds considerable weight to the tour, drawing attention from both international and local audiences. The matches will likely influence ongoing storylines seen on WWE programming worldwide.
Expectations and Future Impact
With CM Punk challenging for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship and Nakamura making his first appearance in months, fans anticipate intense competition and storytelling during the Japan tour. The outcomes here may set new directions for rivalries and partnerships in WWE’s global programming. Furthermore, the attention given to the United States Women’s Championship defenses signals WWE’s continued focus on showcasing women’s wrestling on major platforms internationally.
Wow matches confirmed the WWE Supershow Japan at Ryogoku on 10/17:
– United States Women’s Championship: Giulia (c) vs Iyo Sky vs Rhea Ripley
On 10/18:
– United States Women’s Championship: Giulia (c) vs Kairi Sane#WWEスーパーショージャパン #イヨ・スカイ #ジュリア pic.twitter.com/BnVakAMO1I— aBcweezy88 (@aBcweezy88) September 27, 2025
