Preview: Gatoh Move ChocoPro #21 (6/10/20)

On this Tuesday’s episode of ChocoPro, the second verse will be somewhat similar to the first. This is especially true in regard to tag team action, as the two chocolate thieves of Gatoh Move Pro Wrestling reluctantly join forces once more. Furthermore, we will see another appearance from the man who won the Gatoh Move Best Bout Award for 2019. This, as well as the post-show janken tournament, will take place on this episode of ChocoPro.

Antonio Honda vs. Tokiko Kirihara

For Tokiko Kirihara, this is a shot at redemption. Though the former kickboxer has shown moments of brilliance – many consider her to be one of the most valuable players of ChocoPro, in fact – her win/loss record has left something to be desired. This has been particularly evident against Antonio Honda, who she lost a singles match to last month on episode 10. Kirihara will be looking to add a win to her resume, which may be easier said than done against the antics of Honda.

For those that frequently watch Dramatic Dream Team, or DDT for short, no introduction to Honda is necessary. Whether he’s performing vocals during pre-match stretches or utilizing his unique offense to pick up victories, Honda is surprisingly crafty. Furthermore, he’s enjoyed considerable success in Gatoh Move as of late, picking up victories over the likes of Baliyan Akki and Mitsuru Konno. Can he sustain this momentum against Kirihara?

The worst of partners👹🌸👹🌸#ChocoPro https://t.co/vvh8MLqCfd

— 水森由菜🍍Yunamonプロレスラー (@Mizm0ri) June 8, 2020

Choco Stealers (Emi Sakura and Yuna Mizumori) vs. Best Bros. (Baliyan Akki and Mei Suruga) (ChocoPro Rematch)

As a rematch from last week’s episode, two teams with incredibly different approaches will clash. Best Bros., hence their name, are nothing short of tight. Baliyan Akki and Mei Suruga have shown to be successful in Gatoh Move Pro Wrestling, whether in singles or tags, and their friendship cannot be denied. In fact, compared to their opponents, they may be the favorite to win this match. That would be, however, if it weren’t for the fact that they lost in their first encounter.

There’s no denying the fact that Choco Stealers, comprised of Emi Sakura and Yuna Mizumori, is a volatile unit. With Yunamon consistently expressing her disdain for Gatoh Move’s founder, who has been more or less nonplussed by the declaration, one wouldn’t imagine they’d pick up many victories. Their success over Akki and Suruga last time can’t be denied. Even so, this is another situation where one must wonder if this momentum will continue. Can Choco Stealers remain successful or will this unit fall to the duo of Best Bros.?

ChocoProLIVE #21 #gtmv #ChocoPro
10 June, 20:00 JST

Match Card @romacittaaperta vs @KiraRi_1104

BestBros @baliyanxakki & @Mei_gtmv vs @EmiSakura_gtmv & @Mizm0ri

Main Event @OBEYBrookes Vs @Mitsuru_gtmv pic.twitter.com/axerIF0raG

— Gatoh Move / ChocoPro🍫 (@gatohmove) June 9, 2020

Chris Brookes vs. Mitsuru Konno

The return of Mitsuru Konno was one of the most talked-about events in ChocoPro late last month. She missed two months of action due to wisdom tooth removal, but she has since returned with renewed vigor. With a victory over Tokiko Kirihara on the last episode, the beer-loving “Leader” of Gatoh Move will be looking to continue racking up victories. However, has a tall obstacle – quite literally, in fact – in the form of Chris Brookes.

Standing at six foot four, Chris Brookes can best be described as the “monster” of Gatoh Move. He has also been one of the most enjoyable stars in the purple-and-yellow promotion. On episode 19, he faced Mei Suruga in what many fans considered to be one of the best matches in the promotion’s history. Furthermore, he has a track record with victories over everyone from Yuna Mizumori to Baliyan Akki to Emi Sakura. This time, however, he faces Konno in a bout that can best be described as a rematch over five months in the making.