Wrestling fans are coming together for an epic event as a legendary American grappler faces off against his formidable Japanese rival. Set to part with the turmoil of usual competitors, this occasion supplies a sleek, top-dollar opportunity where each second is imperative. With wrestlers fresh and no interruptions between rounds, the format has fans declaring it “exactly what wrestling needs.”

By now you must have gotten an idea about which event we are talking about. It’s none other than the most-anticipated Flo Card. But the main and most exciting match for fans and Basch himself is Spencer Lee vs. Masanosuke Ono. And why not? Both are great wrestlers in their respective countries.

Now that you’ve got a sense of the excitement building for this event, let’s take a closer look at the details. Justin Basch has posted the whole roster on X, with the caption, “No Aaron Brooks for the Flo Card on 2/26. Trent Hidlay will replace him and take on Zahid. Here’s an updated look at the match order for the night.”

Both Spencer Lee and Masanosuke Ono are amazing wrestlers, with different strengths that they excel at. Spencer Lee, an American, is a multiple-time NCAA champion known for his aggressive style and dominance in freestyle wrestling. On the other hand, Masanosuke Ono, a world-class Japanese competitor, has been successful using a strategic, technical approach he has adopted.

Ono dominated the 61 kg division this year, taking U20 and Senior World titles with huge wins over Uguev and Arujau. Meanwhile, Lee had an incredible freestyle season, earning Olympic silver after a 21-match streak. As the top 57 kg wrestler in the U.S., he’s not slowing down! Other matches?

NCAA champion David Carr will face Japanese amateur wrestlers Daichi Takatani and Bryce Andonian, a standout wrestler in NCAA competitions, who will wrestle against Mexican-American freestyle and former folkstyle wrestler Austin Gomez. The event location? The FloWrestling Night in America event is scheduled for February 26, 2025, at Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa. As the event is approaching and the roster is out, fans are really excited about the same.

Fans can’t keep calm as Spencer Lee and Masanosuke Ono finally Wrestle

The new event format is being hailed as a game-changer for wrestling fans. Unlike traditional wrestling matches, both fans and wrestlers will be able to focus and enjoy more in this new format. As one wrestling fan rightly explained, “This is exactly what wrestling needs, way more viewer-friendly than tournaments. Don’t have to switch and/or watch 4 mats at once because they focus on 1 mat. won’t take the entire day + no breaks between rounds. Wrestlers are fresh and not tired (only wrestle once).” 

Unlike the usual wrestling tournaments, which see multiple mats in play at the same time, this event is an exception as it will utilize only one mat. By doing so, the simplified format provides fans with the ability to concentrate on and follow every match without the unnecessary distraction of having to switch amongst different mats. This makes for a more concentrated viewing experience.

Fans appreciate this change. One fandom wrote, “This is how dual meets are like over here. One every weight from each university.” Fans are drawing comparisons to the dual meets often seen in college wrestling, where each team fields a competitor in every weight class. This setup promises a similar kind of excitement, where each match carries weight and significance.

The overall organization of the event has also garnered praise. One fandom wrote, “It is nice to see a well-organized event with everything in place for the event.” The format doesn’t drag on for the entire day, with no breaks between rounds. This means wrestlers stay fresh and energized, providing optimal performances. This led to comments like, “If this doesn’t excite others, I don’t know what else people need from a wrestling event.”

While wrestling fans are happy with the changes in the schedule, few are looking forward to watching their favorite on the mat. The most anticipated match is on its way. “Man, Spencer Lee vs. Ono will be such a treat to watch. Plus we have two main events so it’s always a plus point,” one comment reads.

One of which is the highly anticipated match between Spencer Lee and Masanosuke Ono. The other is a match featuring Zahid Valencia and Trent Hidlay. This adds extra excitement to the event. With two main events slated for the night, the anticipation is higher than ever, making this an unmissable event.

Fans are already expressing that if this doesn’t excite them, they’re not sure what will. This is a moment in wrestling that promises to leave a lasting impact.