Mina Shirakawa officially closed the book on her STARDOM career with an emotional farewell match at Korakuen Hall on April 2.
The former Wonder of Stardom Champion was defeated by longtime rival Maika, who hit her with a hammerlock-variation Michinoku Driver II to seal the win. But this one wasnt about who walked out with their hand raisedit was about the sendoff.
Before the match even started, Himeka made a surprise appearance to present Shirakawa with flowers and later joined commentary, adding another layer of emotion to the night. Shirakawa, who entered through the crowd to a big reaction, soaked in every moment of her final appearance for the company she debuted with back in 2020.
The match marked the end of an era. After years of fierce battles with Maika and Himeka in Donna del Mondoand eventually teaming with Maika in Empress Nexus VenusShirakawa left the ring in tears and with respect from everyone watching.
Her contract with STARDOM officially expired on March 31, and now all but its confirmedMina Shirakawa is expected to be AEW bound.
Over her run, Shirakawa held the Artist of Stardom Championship twice, the Goddesses of Stardom Championship, and the prestigious Wonder of Stardom title. She may have left without a win, but her departure was pure class from start to finish.
Now all eyes are on AEWwhats next for Shirakawa as she begins her next chapter in the U.S.?
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