The Osaka Pro Wrestling Championship ( Japanese : 大阪プロレス王座 , Hepburn : Ōsaka Puroresu Ōza ) is the top singles title in the Japanese professional wrestling promotion Osaka Pro Wrestling . The title was established in 2000 when Super Delfin defeated Dick Togo to be crowned the inaugural champion.
4-622: As of July 28, 2023, there have been a total of 20 recognized champions, who have had a combined 35 official reigns and there have been four vacancies . The current champion is Quiet Storm who is in his second reign. On January 18, 2019, the title was renamed Osaka Openweight Championship ( 大阪無差別級王座 , Ōsaka Musabetsu-kyū Ōza ) . During the COVID-19 pandemic in Japan , Osaka Pro Wrestling (OPW) remained fairly inactive, having held only one event in 2020 and one in 2021. On July 30, 2021, Zeus
8-454: A considerable amount of jargon throughout its existence. Much of it stems from the industry's origins in the days of carnivals and circuses. In the past, professional wrestlers used such terms in the presence of fans so as not to reveal the worked nature of the business. Into the 21st century, widespread discussion on the Internet has popularized these terms. Many of the terms refer to
12-634: The financial aspects of professional wrestling in addition to in-ring terms. Also road agent , producer and coach . Also juicing , gigging , getting color , and running the razor . Also booker and booking . Also going broadway . Also bury and buried . Also championship advantage . Also forbidden door . Also getting the heat . Also lackey or heavy Also babyface , blue-eye (England), or técnico (Mexico). Also playing Ricky Morton . Also hope spot . Also cross-promotion . Also persona . Also jobber to
16-640: Was appointed as the owner and president of OPW. On August 26, he received a share transfer from former owner Yuji Sakagami. Following the acquisition, OPW underwent a "relaunch" in early 2022. On May 1, a new belt was unveiled and Zeus defeated Kazuaki Mihara to win the title, which was now once again referred to as the Osaka Pro Wrestling Championship. As of November 29, 2024. Vacant (professional wrestling) Mid 20th Century 1970s and 1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s and 2020s Professional wrestling has accrued
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