10 Biggest Stories From New Japan's G1 Climax 28 And What They Mean Going Forward

10. Jay White Defeats Kazuchika Okada And Hiroshi Tanahashi

While Jay White has seemed a bit aimless since losing his United States Championship, the so-called 'Switchblade' seemed more focused than ever during the G1 Climax. White unfortunately didn't reach the tournament’s final, but his ruthless attitude and wrestling style were as prevalent as ever. Securing twelve points as an A Block combatant, he finished the tournament behind only Kazuchika Okada and Hiroshi Tanahashi.

Ultimately, Tanahashi would eventually claim the G1 as a whole, but White's victory over the proverbial Ace after a hard-fought near twenty-five minute contest was a sure sign of his ever-increasing skill. Furthermore, he was also able to conquer former IWGP Heavyweight Champion Kazuchika Okada in another bout. Frankly, they may represent the two greatest and most significant victories of Jay White’s career.

With his win over the G1 crown winner, it has since been announced that White will challenge Tanahashi before the year’s end in an attempt to steal away the coveted briefcase for a guaranteed Wrestle Kingdom main event slot. Perhaps Jay White can continue this recent trend of huge upsets to usurp the Ace as the rightful main eventer of NJPW’s biggest event of the year.