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OKUMURA ENTERS MLW BATTLE RIOT

By Mike Johnson on 2026-01-01 08:52:00

MLW announced:

Okumura enters Battle RIOT VIII — Jan 29 in Kissimmee

Tickets on sale at MLWLive.com and Ticketmaster

 

ORLANDO, FL – Major League Wrestling (MLW) today announced Okumura as a participant in MLW Battle RIOT VIII on Thursday, January 29 at the Osceola Heritage Park Events Center in Kissimmee, FL.  

 Buy tickets starting at $10 as part of MLW’s fan Appreciation Night at http://www.MLWLive.com and Ticketmaster. 

A two-time MLW World Tag Team Champion, Okumura enters the RIOT with a championship résumé few can match. Known for his toughness, ring intelligence, and global experience, Okumura brings a seasoned, battle-tested presence to MLW’s biggest and most chaotic match of the year.

Throughout his career, Okumura has competed at the highest levels across the international landscape, battling in iconic CMLL rings and testing himself against world-class competition in NJPW. That blend of lucha libre roots and Japanese strong style has forged a competitor who is comfortable in grind-it-out wars, high-pressure situations, and unpredictable environments.

The Battle RIOT is exactly that. Two competitors begin the match. Every 60 seconds, a new combatant enters. Eliminations occur by pinfall, submission, or being thrown over the top rope with both feet hitting the floor.  The last competitor standing earns a guaranteed future shot at the MLW World Championship.

Okumura’s championship experience, composure under pressure, and understanding of how to survive long matches make him a dangerous factor as the RIOT unfolds. In a fight where endurance and awareness are as important as strength, Okumura enters January 29 with the tools to make a deep run.

On January 29 in Kissimmee, the countdown begins, the ring fills, and a proven champion steps into the fray.

Grab your seats at MLWLive.com and Ticketmaster! Don’t miss MLW’s return to the Orlando metro area for the first time in six years!

 

Bring your signs as MLW TV trucks will be rolling up for a live broadcast streaming broadcasting worldwide!

Battle RIOT VIII participants:
•Alex Hammerstone 
•“Machine Gun” Karl Anderson
•Killer Kross
•Doc Gallows
•KUSHIDA
•CMLL’s Templario

•Matthew Justice

•Paul London
•Adam Brooks

•Mr. Thomas
•Diego Hill
•Jesus Rodriguez

•Okumura

Matches and more appearances will be announced soon at MLW.com.

PLUS: Pre-Order your Special Meet & Greets from 6-6:30pm at www.MLWVIP.com.

Tickets start at $10 at http://www.MLWLive.com and Ticketmaster.  

Tickets will also be available day of show at the box office unless the event sales out in advance. No refunds or exchanges.

For the latest information on bouts for this event, please visit www.MLW.com. All bouts are subject to change.

DAY OF EVENT INFO
The schedule for the event is as follows:

  • 6:00 p.m.: Doors open for general public (all ticket holders)

  • 6:30 p.m.: Special Meet & Greets at MLW Shop Pavilion

  • 7:30 p.m.: Showtime

MORE ABOUT THE OSCEOLA HERITAGE PARK CENTER

Osceola Heritage Park is “Where Central Florida Comes To Play.” The 200-acre entertainment complex in Kissimmee, Florida, features the 10,000-capacity Silver Spurs Arena; 60,000-square-foot events center; the 7,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Heritage Club; the 5,400-seat Osceola County Stadium; and festival grounds capable of accommodating up to 50,000 guests. The venue, managed by Legends Global, is dedicated to bringing world-class entertainment to Osceola County while providing a home for community and philanthropic events.

PARKING
Parking at Osceola Heritage Park’s Events Center features large on-site lots and attendants directing guests as they arrive. The venue offers ample space for all events, and signage makes it easy to navigate to the correct lot. Accessible parking is located close to the entrances, with dedicated drop-off areas available for guests with disabilities. Overall, fans can expect an easy, organized parking experience right on the property.

The venue is located at: 1901 Chief Osceola Trail Kissimmee, FL 34744  

About Major League Wrestling

Major League Wrestling (MLW®) is a sports media holding company, offering television content, action figures, apparel, live events, and ancillary entertainment. MLW operates live events in major markets throughout the United States, including Charleston, Atlanta, Chicago, and Los Angeles.  

 

One of the fastest growing wrestling leagues today, MLW programming is available in over 60 countries worldwide, including on beIN Sports in the U.S.

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