Preview of DDT Rock in Ring 2025 Event on July 13, 2025
allenge the new champion to a title match, which Higuchi accepted. This will be the first defense for Higuchi as the new champion.
Higuchi and Harashima have a history, having wrestled each other five times before. Higuchi has emerged victorious in four out of those five encounters, with all four wins coming in the D-Oh Grand Prix and the King of DDT tournaments. In contrast, Harashima’s only victory over Higuchi was in a match for the Openweight title back in 2016. Harashima aims to add another win to his record and secure an 11th reign with a victory over Higuchi.
Aoki and Suzuki will engage in a first-time match for the Universal Championship, adding excitement to the event. Aoki, a legend in Asian MMA, made his debut in DDT in 2018 and is looking to claim his third singles title with the promotion by challenging Suzuki, another accomplished athlete who also ventured into MMA. This match is anticipated to be a highlight of the show and a strong contender for DDT’s match of the year.
The event will also feature NJPW’s Kosei Fujita making his debut in DDT, teaming up with Takeshi Masada to face DDT Extreme Champion To-y and Yuya Koroku. This cross-promotional matchup showcases the young talents of Masada and Fujita, adding an element of freshness and excitement to the event.
Additionally, celebrity wrestlers Kaisei Takechi and Haruto Sakuraba will be stepping into the ring for separate tag matches. Takechi, teaming up with Yuki Ueno and Akito, will face the trio of Daisuke Sasaki, Hideki Okatani, and MJ Paul. This marks Takechi’s fourth match, all as part of a tag team. On the other hand, Sakuraba, making his second appearance after debuting last year, will partner with Masashi Takeda and Ilusion against MAO, KANON, and Kazuma Sumi.
Overall, DDT ROCK IN RING promises a thrilling lineup of matches, including championship defenses, debut appearances, and cross-promotional tag team matches. With a mix of experienced wrestlers and rising stars, the event is set to deliver high-energy action and intense competition, making it a must-watch for fans of professional wrestling.