Host 92 Saito reflects on how quickly 2026 is passing and how January's wrestling feels like ancient history.
The episode begins with host 92 Saito's personal musings on how quickly the first quarter of 2026 has passed. He then transitions to reading listener queries, starting with a lengthy, heartfelt report from a fan named 'Pugoton Punch' who finally attended the New Japan Cup final live after a six-year postponement due to COVID-19; the fan praises the atmosphere and specific matches. Saito responds to the query, discussing wrestler Kamitani's appeal. The main segment is a detailed preview of New Japan Pro-Wrestling's upcoming 'Sakura Genesis' event on April 4th at Ryogoku Kokugikan. Saito goes through the entire match card, offering analysis on key bouts like the IWGP Tag Team Championship match and the main event IWGP Heavyweight Championship match between champion Tsuji and challenger Callum Newman. He delves into Newman's momentum from winning the New Japan Cup, comparing it historically to Kenny Omega's 2016 G1 Climax victory. Saito then shifts to the Best of the Super Juniors tournament, noting the announced participants like Desperado, Fujita, and a surprise return from Sasaki Daisuke. The next major topic is Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling's 'Grand Princess 26' event from March 29th. Saito reviews the card, highlighting matches involving Endo Alice, Suzume's International Princess title win over Mirai, and the main event where Arai Yuki defeated Watanabe Miyu to become the new Princess of Princess Champion. He analyzes the significance of this title change for the promotion's branding and future. The episode concludes with shorter updates on recent Pro Wrestling NOAH and DDDT events, including a note about Daga potentially leaving NOAH and previews for NOAH's April 1st and 4th shows. Saito closes by encouraging listener feedback via queries and hashtags.
