Stardom Press Conference – All-Star Grand Queendom 2025
Date: April 8, 2025
Event: Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez Presents: All-Star Grand Queendom 2025
Location: Yokohama Arena, Kanagawa Prefecture
Moderator: Ichikawa Katsuya
Guest Host: Aimai Na
Opening Segment
The press conference kicked off with moderator Ichikawa Katsuya welcoming fans watching on YouTube Live. He apologized for the wait and encouraged everyone to stay tuned. Joining him on stage was special guest Aimai Na, who brought a burst of enthusiasm to the proceedings.
Stardom Studio Announcement: Katsuya revealed that a brand-new talk show called Stardom Studio would debut that night. Hosted by the comedy duo Elfu, the show would explore the behind-the-scenes lives of Stardom wrestlers. The first guest was none other than Saya Kamitani, who had appeared on the hit variety show Shabekuri 007 the previous day.
Aimai Na’s Match Announcement: Aimai Na stepped up to share news of her in-ring return on May 31 for the Natsu & Saori Kitano 10th Anniversary: Our Footprints event at Ota Ward General Gymnasium. She’ll team with Maika Ozaki against Tae Honma & Yuna Manase, with Nao Kakuta serving as special guest referee. “We’ll bring some summer vibes to this celebration of Saori Anou’s 10th anniversary,” Aimai said with a smile.
Sponsorship News: Stardom confirmed that the April 27 show would be presented by Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez Deluxe. As a special bonus, attendees will receive exclusive trading cards featuring Saya Kamitani and Tam Nakano.
Match Card Rundown
Katsuya then ran down the confirmed match card for All-Star Grand Queendom 2025.
Previously Announced:
- Future of Stardom Championship: Hina (c) vs Ranna Yagami
- Sendai Girls World Championship: Chihiro Hashimoto (c) vs Maika
- Goddess of Stardom Championship: Hanan & Saya Iida (Wing☆Gori) (c) vs Hazuki & Koguma (FWC)
- IWGP Women’s Championship: Mayu Iwatani (c) vs Syuri
- World of Stardom Championship (Career vs Career): Saya Kamitani (c) vs Tam Nakano
Newly Announced:
- Special Singles Match: Rina vs Yumiko Hotta
- Six-Woman Tag Match: Saori Anou, Natsupoi & Aya Sakura vs Meiko Satomura, Mika Iwata & Yuna Mizumori
Segment Highlights & Wrestler Comments
Rina vs Yumiko Hotta
After announcing the match, a pre-recorded video from Yumiko Hotta played, in which she reflected on her past battles at Yokohama Arena.
Hotta: “I fight with heart, mind, and soul. Be prepared.”
Rina then appeared live at the podium, brimming with confidence.
Rina: “Everyone here today is here to watch pro wrestling because they love modern pro wrestling. I’m going to pit the me who’s fighting in the wrestling world right now against you.”
She dismissed her opponent’s veteran status: “Those guys aren’t the face of Stardom anymore. I am.”
Future of Stardom Championship: Hina (c) vs Ranna Yagami
Both women entered the stage to sign the official match contract. Ranna shared her emotional journey to this opportunity.
Ranna Yagami: “This is the belt I’ve wanted since before my debut. I’ve fallen behind my peers, and I regret that. Now’s the time to change that.”
She called Hina strong and dependable but added: “I believe that I, Yagami Ranna, am worthy of taking that belt.”
Hina: now in university, responded thoughtfully: “When I watch Yagami’s matches, she’s always poker-faced. Even when she wins or loses. I want to break that facade and bring out the real Yagami.”
She expressed her intention to pursue a title defense record: “I want to continue down the road of defenses.”
Sendai Girls World Championship: Chihiro Hashimoto (c) vs Maika
The signing ceremony was tense from the start.
Maika: “I want stimulation. Hashimoto, you’re a monster – but I’ve defeated guys like that before. I’ll make you cry on your way back to Sendai.”
She also expressed a desire to face Mika Iwata next.
Hashimoto: looked visibly annoyed and snapped back: “You’ve only made your name on the small island that is Stardom. Your past doesn’t matter. Don’t mention other wrestlers in front of me.”
“This belt isn’t a ticket. You want it? Buy it properly.”
Goddess of Stardom Championship: Wing☆Gori (c) vs FWC
What began as a title signing quickly became an emotionally raw confrontation about Stars faction dynamics.
Hanan: “Stars has grown stale. Hazuki-san confuses meanness with discipline. She apologized, but only on social media.”
She described Hazuki as distant and cold toward younger talent.
Saya Iida: acknowledged past hesitation: “When we fought FWC last year, I held back. This time, I won’t.”
Hazuki: defended herself: “I speak harshly because I care. I want Stars to evolve.”
Koguma: sought reconciliation: “I always tried to stay in the middle. I hope this match brings unity and growth. Neither side is wrong.”
The segment ended with tearful emotion, setting the stage for a match about more than just the titles.
IWGP Women’s Championship: Mayu Iwatani (c) vs Syuri
The press conference segment for this bout featured both respect and tension.
Syuri: “I lost to Mayu once, but I swore I’d get revenge. The IWGP Women’s title is the global standard, and I’ll bring it to the world.”
She clarified the backstage confusion: “It wasn’t a battle between challengers. It was about who wanted it more.”
Mayu Iwatani: countered calmly: “Two years as champion. This belt is equal to Iwatani. I won’t lose.”
She addressed rumors of injury but assured fans: “I’m in top condition.”
Wonder of Stardom Championship: Starlight Kid (c) vs AZM
AZM arrived with intensity, making a rare claim to the white belt.
AZM: “Twelve years in, and this is my first white belt challenge. I want to prove I’m the real Wonder champion.”
She acknowledged her history with Kid: “Kid and I were rivals, then friends… I want that belt.”
Starlight Kid: responded with poetic confidence: “We’ve fought since day one. It means everything to do this match at Yokohama Arena.”
“You may have beaten me before, but this time, I’ll win.”
This match will also crown a new leader of Neo Stardom Generation.
World of Stardom Championship: Saya Kamitani (c) vs Tam Nakano (Career vs Career, No Seconds)
This was the most dramatic and intense segment. Both women entered the stage for a special rules signing ceremony: no seconds, no outside interference.
Tam Nakano: her voice shaking with emotion, addressed the crowd:
“Stardom is everything to me. If I can’t wrestle here, there’s no point in continuing. I’ve crawled out of hell before, and I will again.”
“Saya, I brought you into wrestling. I’m the only one who can end your madness.”
Saya Kamitani: coldly presented a black rose: “Tam, do you know what black roses symbolize? Death. Congratulations on your retirement.”
“No ceremonies. No comeback. You will disappear. I’ll make this your lifelong trauma.”
A chilling conclusion to a bitter feud. The stakes could not be higher.
Closing Remarks
All participants gathered for a final photo shoot.
Fans were reminded of the following event details:
- Date: April 27, 2025
- Venue: Yokohama Arena
- Start Time: 3:00 PM JST
This press conference was one of Stardom’s most emotionally charged in recent memory. It featured faction fractures, personal rivalries, legacy-defining challenges, and career-altering stipulations. All-Star Grand Queendom 2025 is not just a wrestling show — it’s a defining moment in the Stardom’s history.
