Major League Wrestling today announced that Saya Kamitani and RINA of STARDOM will make their official MLW debuts this June as the newly announced MLW and STARDOM strategic alliance begins to take shape. Kamitani and RINA will appear on June 11 and 12. For Major League Wrestling, the arrival of Kamitani and RINA represents a major escalation in the league’s initiative to expand its women’s division. A division already featuring Shotzi, Scarlett, and new signees Lady Frost and ZAMAYA, among others.
Saya Kamitani, known as the Phenex Queen, arrives in MLW as one of STARDOM’s most dynamic and dangerous international stars. A former dancer who transitioned into professional wrestling, Kamitani debuted in 2019 and quickly emerged as one of STARDOM’s most spectacular athletes. With Championship history, elite athleticism, and signature weapons including the Star Crusher, Frankensteiner, and Swan Dive Plancher, Kamitani brings a rare combination of elegance, explosiveness, and main-event presence.
But there is another side to Kamitani. As a member of H.A.T.E., Kamitani enters MLW with a darker edge, a ruthless agenda, and the ability to shift the vibe the moment she enters the fight. After a historic World of Stardom title reign, Kamitani now arrives in MLW looking to make an immediate impact on a new stage.
Then there is RINA. As a member of H.A.T.E. and STARDOM’s current Artist of Stardom Champion, RINA brings attitude, danger, and disruption to MLW. Known as the Pink♥Devil, RINA’s STARDOM profile highlights her bad-mouth bravado, agile wrestling, and signature arsenal, including Pink♥Devil, Jackknife Hold, and Hydrangea.
Now the speculation begins. What happens when two members of H.A.T.E. walk into MLW for the first time? What happens when the Phenex Queen lands in New York City? What happens when the current Artist of Stardom Champion steps into Philadelphia? How will Shotzi, Scarlett, Lady Frost, ZAMAYA, and the rest of MLW’s growing women’s division respond? This June, the landscape changes. STARDOM is coming to MLW. H.A.T.E. is coming with it. Saya Kamitani and RINA are coming to fight.
The MLW and STARDOM Partnership
Yesterday, Major League Wrestling and World Wonder Ring STARDOM announced this strategic alliance. The collaboration brings together two globally recognized promotions to create new opportunities for athletes, expand international reach, and deliver compelling content to fans worldwide.
The alliance will focus on talent exchange and creative collaboration, allowing athletes from both MLW and STARDOM to compete in front of new audiences and on new stages. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to showcasing world-class competition and elevating the sport’s global profile.
Major League Wrestling CEO and Owner Court Bauer said:
“STARDOM has built a roster and presentation that set the standard for excellence in women’s wrestling, I have tremendous respect and admiration for the level of competition and the athletes who define STARDOM. We’re grateful to Mr. Okada and everyone at World Wonder Ring STARDOM for their partnership. This alliance is about creating fresh matchups, new experiences, and meaningful opportunities for athletes and fans alike.”
MLW has established a strong presence in the United States, one of the most advanced markets for the professional wrestling industry. Through partnerships with historically rich and prestigious organizations such as NJPW and CMLL, MLW continues to accelerate its global expansion.
STARDOM will leverage this partnership with MLW to further promote the appeal of Japanese women’s professional wrestling not only in the United States but also across regions where MLW’s broadcast and distribution networks reach. In addition, through increased talent exchanges and the creation of new match opportunities, both organizations aim to enhance in-ring competition and drive further development on a global stage.
Taro Okada, CEO of STARDOM, commented:
“MLW has established a firm position in the United States, one of the most developed markets in the professional wrestling business. In addition, we continue to accelerate global development through partnerships with organizations with a history and tradition, such as New Japan Pro-Wrestling and CMLL. Through cooperation with MLW, STARDOM will further convey the charm of women’s professional wrestling culture from Japan to the United States, as well as to various regions where MLW’s broadcasting and distribution networks are expanding.
“In addition, we intend to promote the improvement of the competition and further development on the world-class stage of both organizations by strengthening player exchanges and creating new opportunities to participate in the competition. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to MLW and President Court Bauer for their great efforts in making this partnership possible.”
The alliance underscores MLW’s continued expansion as a global sports property, now broadcasting in more than 60 countries, and strengthens STARDOM’s presence in North America. STARDOM is a subsidiary of NJPW. Like MLW, STARDOM has a working relationship with CMLL. Additional details regarding the alliance will be announced in the coming weeks.
