Peatzilla | MP
By: Lewis Carlan
Marigold 18 year old rookie “Mad Dog”Yuuka Yamazaki made her pro-wrestling on June 14th 2025 when she faced and was defeated by MIRAI.
Since her debut match, Yamazaki has proven to be a rookie with immense potential. She bounced back after losing her first match and won her second bout when she defeated Ryoko Sakimura on June 15th 2025.
Yamazaki possesses natural charisma, a confident attitude, and a strong wrestling style that could lead her down the path of becoming a superstar and even a leader for Marigold. She has received praise from current Marigold superstars including Utami Hayashishita.
As she was preparing for the Marigold Spring Victory Series 2026 tour, Yamazaki spoke with Monthly Puroresu as we discussed a variety of topics.
Here is the Monthly Puroresu interview with Marigold top rookie Yuuka Yamazaki:
Monthly Puroresu:
You are 18 years old, what led you to making the decision to join Marigold?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
I felt it was still an unfinished organization, and I wanted to build it into a major group with our own efforts.
Monthly Puroresu:
What do you remember about your first meeting with Rossy Ogawa? Was there any nervousness on your part?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
I was so nervous I couldn’t talk much, so I don’t remember much. lol.
Monthly Puroresu:
When you began training, how did you find it? Was it difficult at first or did you take to it right away?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
Rather than being difficult, I was just excited to experience pro wrestling firsthand, so I got used to it quickly.
Photo Credit: Marigold
Monthly Puroresu:
At what point did you feel you were ready for your debut match and why did you choose MIRAI as your first opponent back in June 2025?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
I was attending pro wrestling school, so even before joining the group, I was always thinking, “I’m ready to debut anytime!” I felt our wrestling styles were a perfect match!
Monthly Puroresu:
How do you feel you have grown as a pro-wrestler since your debut?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
I can’t honestly say I’ve grown yet, so I want to keep gaining experience and grow from here on out!
Monthly Puroresu:
Being a pro-wrestler, you are on the road traveling and competing in various cities. Have you gotten used to being on the road?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
I’ve gotten used to it! I love getting to try local cuisine every time we tour.
Monthly Puroresu:
At Marigold New Years Golden Garden 2026, Nagisa Tachibana defeated you on Feb. 7th and then you defeated her on Feb. 8th. Has your rivalry with Tachibana deepened at all?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
It has! I think we’re pretty evenly matched now, so I want to overtake her quickly and establish myself as clearly superior.
Monthly Puroresu:
Following your match with Misa Matsui, you had some very harsh words for her, what are your feelings toward Matsui and will we see you back in the ring with her soon in a singles?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
I dislike heels because they use dirty tricks. I don’t know when we’ll rematch, but I’ll win fair and square.
Monthly Puroresu:
You have had success with the trio team of you, Seri Yamaoka and SYOKO Koshino in pursuit of the Marigold 3D Trios Titles. Why do you feel there is excellent chemistry among the three of you?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
Seri and I are classmates, and Shoko-san and I are from the same hometown. I think our chemistry is really great.
Photo Credit: Marigold
Monthly Puroresu:
In your young career, what has been your favorite moment as a pro-wrestler?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
My debut match. I truly felt the skill and strength of MIRAI-san firsthand, and it made me want to reach that level myself.
Monthly Puroresu:
On Jan. 17th, you received praise on X from Utami Hayashishita. How important is it to you to hear such praise from top competitors such as Utami-san?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
I was incredibly happy. I have immense respect for Utami, so I’ll keep working hard to live up to her expectations. Before joining Marigold, Utami was my favorite wrestler.
Photo Credit: Marigold
Monthly Puroresu:
When the time is right, and if she is still champion, could we see you challenging Mayu Iwatani for the Marigold Superfly Title at some point?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
I absolutely want to challenge her.
Monthly Puroresu:
Where do you see yourself as a pro-wrestler in ten years and who would you predict is going to be your top rival?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
I want to become a wrestler as big a name as Mayu-san. My rival will be Seri [Yamaoka]. I think the story between Seri and me will continue forever.
Photo Credit: Marigold
Monthly Puroresu;
What advice would you give any young male or female who has an interest in pursuing a career as a pro-wrestler?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
The most important thing is having the desire to become a pro wrestler. Let’s work together to make the pro wrestling world even more exciting!
Monthly Puroresu:
In closing, what would you like to say to all your fans thathave been supporting you since your debut in June 2025?
Yuuka Yamazaki:
Thank you so much for your constant support. I’m still very much a work in progress, but I’ll keep fighting tooth and nail in pro wrestling. Please keep cheering me on.
Monthly Puroresu would like to extend our sincere gratitude to DSF Marigold for facilitating this interview with Yuuka Yamazaki and providing the English text translation.
Date:
March 10, 2026
