Kenta defeats David Finlay: New Japan Strong August 21

Result: Kenta defeats David Finlay

Match:

• Kenta attempted to use the same combination of moves that he used to beat Jeff Cobb (ref bump, low blow, and cradle), but Finlay kicked out.
• Finlay would go on to nearly beat Kenta with Prima Nocta, but Kenta evaded.
• Moments later, Kenta hit the GTS for the pinfall victory.

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