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WWE Hall Of Famer Comes Out of Retirement for Another Match

WWE Hall Of Famer Comes Out of Retirement for Another Match

Summary

Jushin Thunder Liger, a WWE Hall of Famer, returned from retirement to compete in a surprise wrestling match at WrestleCade in North Carolina. The 61-year-old wrestler accepted an open challenge from Joey Janela, marking his first match since retiring in January 2020.

Key Facts

  • Jushin Thunder Liger is a WWE Hall of Famer and well-known figure in New Japan Pro Wrestling.
  • Liger retired in January 2020 and had not competed in any matches since then.
  • He returned to the ring at WrestleCade in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
  • Liger won an impromptu match against Joey Janela, which lasted about four minutes.
  • Liger had previously declined other offers to return to wrestling, citing his age.
  • The wrestling event took place at the Benton Convention Center.
  • Liger’s return coincides with other major wrestling retirement tours, such as John Cena’s.

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