Hiroshi Tanahashi & Zane Jay vs. Shingo Takagi & Yota Tsuji

[5.0] "A mostly solid although unespectecular tag team opener where Takagi pulled off a submission to get the win. It served its purpose. **1/2"

[6.0] "Fun enough tag team match to build up Tanahashi vs tsuji , which should be a pretty sweet match ......"

[5.0] "Zane Jay looked great in this match. Having guys like Shingo Takagi and Yota Tsuji willingly selling for him helps, but he never looked out of step here."

[6.0] "Solid opener. Can't say I'm hyped for Tanahashi vs. Tsuji, but they do kinda have a chemistry together. Zane Jay is very good for a rookie, this finishing stretch with Takagi was nice and Tenryu move for a win is even nicer. ***"

[6.0] "Solid and fun opener for the show. Nothing special but a cool way to give the young lions a Tanahashi memory and also promote the Global match"

[6.0] "Solid middle of the road tag match from three guys who are known for being great at what they do and a young lion who I do quite like. Was a nice way to start off the tournament and I do quite like Zane Jay. He's a solid young lion and I feel he can excel in NJ and could be a solid piece for them going forward. *** - Stars"