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Taiji Ishmori Suffers Cervical Vertebra Injury, Will Miss Rest Of NJPW Best Of Super Juniors

Taiji Ishimori is sidelined. 

New Japan Pro-Wrestling announced that Taiji Ishimori suffered a cervical vertebra injury. The injury occurred on night eight of the Best of Super Juniors tournament during his match against Hiromu Takahashi. It is unknown when Ishimori will return to the ring.

Ishimori will miss the remaining nights of the Best of Super Juniors tournament. TJP will win his May 23 bout by forfeit and get two points. 

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On May 21, during his Best of the Super 30 league match with Hiromu Takahashi, Taiji Ishimori sustained an injury to his cervical vertebra. As a result, he will not be cleared to compete for the remain der of the Best of the Super Jr. tour.

After being given an assessment, Ishimori was discharged and is able to recuperate at home. He is currently comfortable and able to move normally, but does not have a timetable for a return to the ring at this time.

As Ishimori cannot wrestle TJP in Osaka May 23, he will lose via forfeit, and TJP gains two points. 

We apologise to fans who were looking forward to seeing Ishimori wrestle, and appreciate your understanding. NJPW joins fans in wishing Ishimori a fast, full recovery. 

Fightful wishes Ishimori the best in his recovery. 

Fans can find standings and results from NJPW BOSJ 30 by clicking here.

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