NJPW G1 Climax 2018, Week 2: Every Match Ranked From Worst To Best
9. YOSHI-HASHI Vs. Michael Elgin (22 July)
Rating: ****
As evidenced in the aforementioned Jay White scorcher, 'Big Mike' has been to this point a vital utility cog in this year's G1, wrestling hard-hitting openers and midcard matches that seem to resonate deeply in front of every audience he's entertained. Never afraid to show weakness despite a noticeable size advantage over most of his foes, Elgin's battles have unlocked a tension with consistency few have thus far mustered.
A domineering display against YOSHI-HASHI coming unglued at the last was the perfect exhibition of his offering thus far. At no point did he look under threat until he was a beaten man, underestimating the survival instinct of the Block A coffin dodger. YOSHI-HASHI won't likely score many more points anyway, but these will likely remain the most satisfying to have earned.