Miyu Yamashita to Defend Pro Wrestling EVE International Title Against AEW’s Marina Shafir on Nov. 8th

By: Noah Leatherland

Miyu Yamashita just made her second successful defence of the Pro Wrestling EVE International Championship at TJPW Wrestle Princess VII. Now, she is set to return to the UK as champion, with a Death Rider waiting for her.

Yamashita had a tricky challenger in the form of Arisu Endo at TJPW Wrestle Princess VII. However, Yamashita’s striking prowess led her to another landmark victory. In the post-match comments, she was quick to look ahead to her next title defence.

I’ve won! Arisu had the upper hand for most of the match, so it was a matter of sheer determination right at the end. I don’t usually come up with strategies, but I did this time—only to have them all dismantled right from the start. I think I’ll be heading to the UK next, in November. Since I’ve successfully defended my title today, Marina, come and fight me for this belt.

(Quote translated via DeepL)

The match was already scheduled for Pro Wrestling EVE’s event in Wolverhampton, but with Yamashita retaining, the title is confirmed to be on the line. Back at All In weekend, Yamashita made her first defence against Scotland’s Kay Lee Ray in that evening’s main event. But, she could not celebrate in piece, as Shafir soon attacked, making her intentions to become International Champion clear.

Pro Wrestling EVE Elite Encounters II is set for November 8th at The Hanger in Wolverhampton.