Backstage News & Notes From WWE’s Japan Tour

News
Jul 6, 2013

— There were approximately 9,000 fans were in attendance for the final WWE show in Tokyo, Japan on Friday evening. Yoshi Tatsu celebrated with the Japanese flag after picking up wins over Wade Barrett.

— Former WWE Superstar Funaki worked as the special guest referee for the Natalya and Aksana match.

— Live reports say Antonio Cesaro “won the fans over” in Tokyo this weekend with a reported 24 minute match with Sheamus.

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