AEW International Title Match Set for NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 19

The stakes are higher than ever as NJPW has officially announced a massive title-for-title showdown for Wrestle Kingdom 19.

Konosuke Takeshita, fresh off a successful AEW International Championship defense against Powerhouse Hobbs at AEW Worlds End 2024, is set to take on Shingo Takagi in what promises to be an unforgettable clash.

The match will see Takeshita’s AEW International Title go up against Takagi’s NEVER Openweight Title, with the winner walking out as a dual champion. But that’s not all—NJPW has confirmed that the victor will have little time to rest, as Tomohiro Ishii awaits them at NJPW x AEW Wrestle Dynasty 2025. Ishii will challenge for both the AEW International and NEVER Openweight titles the very next night, raising the stakes even further.

Takeshita’s dominance in AEW has been undeniable, and his upcoming battle with Takagi represents a collision of two powerhouse wrestlers at the top of their game. The potential addition of Ishii into the mix guarantees an explosive follow-up at Wrestle Dynasty, leaving fans wondering who will leave with all the gold.

Who do you think will walk out of Wrestle Kingdom as the unified champion, and can they hold onto the titles at Wrestle Dynasty? Let us know your predictions in the comments below!