Amidst Kazuchika Okada Rumors, Another NJPW Star Reportedly WWE Bound

Kazuchika Okada’s time as a pro wrestler in New Japan is almost over. There were rumors that The Japanese fighter told the company a few weeks ago that he was leaving because his contract was up. He has, however, decided to go on two more dates before cutting off all ties. Amidst rumors about Kazuchika Okada, looks like another NJPW star is going to the WWE.

WWE confirmed another NJPW star will join the WWE

Reports indicate that WWE has officially announced the addition of NJPW talent Tama Tonga to the WWE roster. It seems that WWE has officially signed Tama Tonga, ending his tenure with New Japan Pro Wrestling.

Aliopate Aloisio Leone, better known to fans as Tama Tonga, is reportedly on his way to WWE, according to The Wrestling Observer. In terms of his wrestling career, this is a major step.

Tonga ended their 14-year tenure with New Japan Pro Wrestling with a spectacular tag team bout in Sapporo. He and his brother Tanga Loa battled Hikuleo and El Phantasmo while boss Jado watched above them.

It is from his father Haku that Tama Tonga inherited his wrestling background. Beginning his career in sumo, Haku later transitioned to All Japan Pro Wrestling, where he is gained notoreity. He went on to become Haku, Meng, and King Tonga.

Tonga has previously stated his desire to join a wrestling business in the United States so that he could finally spend time with his family after years of constant travel. Tonga opted to remain in Japan despite conversations with WWE after the expiration of his contract with New Japan last year. Before he made his relocation official, he looked for another year.

While in Japan, Tonga was a vital cog in the wheel of The Bullet Club, which included stars like Karl Anderson, Luke Gallows, and AJ Styles. Not only that, but he is a member of the Johnson-Maivia and Anoa’i-Fatu extended wrestling lines via his Haku family connections.

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Fans are excited to see what kind of impact Tama Tonga will have on the world stage of wrestling as he starts this new journey with WWE. 

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The next big sign-up for WWE: Another NJPW star

WWE is going to get a big worldwide star for its women’s team. Reports say that famous wrestler Giulia will sign with WWE when her deal is up.

Tokyo Sports (via Fightful) says that Giulia will be leaving the company at the end of March, when her contract is up.

But she might not come to WWE right away. Wrestling Observer said before that she would likely stay in Japan for a while after leaving Stardom to help Rossy Ogawa, the founder of the company, start a new promotion.

After beating Willow Nightingale from AEW at NJPW Independence Day on July 5, 2023, Giulia is now the NJPW Strong Women’s Champion.