Konosuke Takeshita First International Title Defense Taking Place Outside of AEW

Konosuke Takeshita continues to rise in AEW, and now he’s gearing up for his first title defense as the newly crowned AEW International Champion!

The Japanese sensation won the title in a triple threat match at AEW WrestleDream, where he overcame the odds and some chaotic interference to dethrone Will Ospreay. Despite the controversial nature of the finish, fans are pumped to see Takeshita finally capture his first major AEW title.

Now, Takeshita’s first title defense is set to happen outside AEW, as he faces off against the talented Josh Alexander at Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling’s premiere event on Sunday, October 20th, in Windsor, Ontario. Fans are buzzing about this dream match, as both Takeshita and Alexander are known for their incredible in-ring skills, making this bout a must-watch for wrestling enthusiasts.

AEW had long-term plans for Takeshita to capture the AEW International Championship, and his rise to the top has been carefully orchestrated over the past few months. With his first defense just around the corner, all eyes are on Takeshita to see how he fares against one of the toughest competitors in the industry, Josh Alexander.

Are you excited to see Konosuke Takeshita defend his title against Josh Alexander? Who do you think will walk away with the win? Share your thoughts in the comments below!