Carlos Astorga
Jan 16, 20202 min
In a historic eighth title defense, National Openweight Champion Alex Hammerstone vows to show he is the "golden gaijin" as he unleashes an "international showcase" on his challenger, Japan's T-Hawk. But will the ace of OWE overwhelm the champ with speed, finesse and fury in Philly?
MLW today announced a National Openweight Title Match: Alex Hammerstone (champion) vs. T-Hawk for MLW: FIGHTLAND at the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia on Saturday February 1. The event will be a MLW FUSION TV taping for beIN SPORTS.
Tickets start at $15 at: www.MLW2300.com.
A championship title bout has been inked with international implications as Alex Hammerstone defends the title against T-Hawk of Oriental Wrestling Entertainment.
A world class wrestler, T-Hawk, is nicknamed “Power Master” for a reason – his strength and arsenal of innovative power moves are second to none. But don’t be fooled as T-Hawk dizzies adversaries with rapid-fire snap submission moves that could quickly turn into an aerial attack moments later. With successful stints in Mexico, Japan and China, T-Hawk now looks to secure his first major championship in North America.
A decorated Japanese competitor, T-Hawk has won numerous titles in Dragon Gate as well as the Wrestle-1 championship. Employing moves such as Night Ride and Veracruz, T-Hawk may just well be the x-factor in the #STRONGHEARTS team.
With Japan's top ranked T-Hawk making a historic bid for the title, the Dynasty's Hammerstone will be tested both in technique, skill and speed.
Will T-Hawk's dynamic arsenal be enough to topple "Muscle Mountain"?
Will Hammerstone stomp out yet another challenger?
Find out LIVE in Philly! Buy tickets at MLW2300.com.
Buy tickets starting at $15 at MLW2300.com.
Matches signed:
WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE FIGHT
Jacob Fatu (c) vs. CIMA
"Filthy" Tom Lawlor vs. Killer Kross
NATIONAL OPENWEIGHT TITLE FIGHT
Alex Hammerstone (c) vs. T-Hawk
Davey Boy Smith Jr. vs. Erick Stevens
Brian Pillman Jr. vs. Jimmy Havoc (with Priscilla Kelly)
Some of the athletes and talent signed to compete and appear include:
LA Park • World Tag Team Champions Ross & Marshall Von Erich • CONTRA Unit • Mance Warner • Hijo de LA Park • Low Ki • The Dynasty • Dominic Garrini • El Lindaman • Douglas James • Injustice's Myron Reed, Jordan Oliver & Kotto Brazil and more!
More athletes and matches will be announced at MLW.com.
Tickets start at $15 at MLW2300.com. Tickets will also be available day of show at the box office unless the event sales out in advance.
General Public Doors Open: 6:00 p.m. with a bell time of: 7:00 p.m.
MEET AND GREETS
There will be several meet and greet opportunities featuring Major League Wrestling wrestlers and personalities. Additionally, there are limited VIP tickets available which includes early entry (5:30pm) featuring a special pre-show meet and greet with extended meet and greet privileges.
DAY OF EVENT INFO
The schedule for February 1 is as follows:
5:30 p.m.: Early entry VIP meet and greet with TBA talent (exclusive for price level 1 ticket holders)
6:00 p.m.: Doors open for general public (all ticket holders)
7:00 p.m.: Showtime
MORE ABOUT THE VENUE
2300 Arena (previously named Viking Hall, ECW Arena, New Alhambra Arena, Asylum Arena and The Arena) is a multipurpose indoor arena used primarily for professional wrestling, boxing, mixed martial arts, and concert