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AZM Shines in Stardom 5 Star Grand Prix Night 8 as Competition Intensifies

AZM Shines in Stardom 5 Star Grand Prix Night 8 as Competition Intensifies

The 2025 Stardom 5 Star Grand Prix Night 8 took place on August 10 at the renowned KBS Hall in Kyoto, Japan, delivering another electrifying chapter in this prestigious tournament. Featuring a mix of intense block battles, the event saw Artist of Stardom Champion AZM dominate with a key victory over Rian, alongside strong performances from Yuna Mizumori, Azusa Inaba, Ruaka, and Hanan. Sources from Fightful and WWE.com highlight the mounting excitement as the Grand Prix approaches its climax, with competitors striving for supremacy in the red and blue stars blocks.

In the Red Stars Block B, AZM continued her outstanding streak by defeating Rian via a decisive diving foot stomp at the 10:46 mark. AZM’s ability to control the pace and finish with precision reinforced her status as a top contender this year. According to a WWE insider, AZM’s focus and technical prowess make her one to watch as the tournament intensifies[1].

Meanwhile, in Red Stars Block A, Yuna Mizumori showcased her rising talent with an impressive victory over New Blood Tag Team Champion Waka Tsukiyama. With a standout Death Valley Bomb maneuver, Mizumori secured an 8:51 win, adding valuable points to her block tally and proving her resilience against more experienced opponents[1]. This win positions Mizumori as a dark horse in the block, capturing the attention of fans and pundits alike.

Another highlight from Red Stars Block A was Azusa Inaba’s non-title victory against High Speed Champion Mei Seira. Inaba’s strong showing, edging out Seira with technical skill in a 9:38 bout, has added unpredictability to the block standings. Fightful notes this match as pivotal, with Mei Seira’s High Speed Championship status adding stakes beyond the usual Grand Prix points[1].

Transitioning to the Blue Stars Block A, Goddess of Stardom Champion Ruaka impressed the crowd by taking down Aya Sakura with a powerful German suplex in just 6:21. Ruaka’s aggressive style and championship experience put her in a solid position as this block’s battles become increasingly competitive, as reported by WWE.com.

Red Stars Block A also featured Hanan defeating Lady C via a backdrop hold in an 8:35 match that exhibited Hanan’s growing technical mastery and strategic wrestling approach. This victory keeps Hanan firmly in contention for the block’s top spots and highlights her potential for a breakout performance as the tournament unfolds[1].

The night concluded with a Red Stars Block B match where Tomoka Inaba overcame Sayaka Kurara in an extended 11:30 battle. This win further mixed the standings and set the stage for a thrilling second half of the tournament.

Sources close to Stardom have commented on the increasing intensity and technical quality witnessed in Night 8 matches, noting that the tournament’s depth of talent continues to impress wrestling aficionados worldwide. The Grand Prix’s unique block system, dividing talent into Red and Blue Stars, fosters compelling matchups and story arcs that wrestling podcasts and analysts, such as those on the Fightful podcast and WWE Network interviews, have praised for revitalizing women’s professional wrestling narratives[2][3].

With several wrestlers still in contention for the semifinals, the upcoming nights promise even more high-stakes action. Fans are particularly watching the trajectory of AZM, Yuna Mizumori, and Ruaka, whose performances at Night 8 have set a high bar. Industry insiders suggest that Stardom’s consistent delivery of world-class women’s wrestling through this tournament is influencing WWE’s own approach to talent development and storytelling[1][2].

As Stardom 5 Star Grand Prix builds toward its final stages, the blend of emerging stars and established champions continues to captivate international audiences. According to a WWE insider, the tournament’s ability to nurture fresh talent while providing thrilling athletic competition underscores Stardom’s rising global profile and its growing influence on the wrestling landscape beyond Japan.

In summary, Stardom 5 Star Grand Prix Night 8 delivered key victories and standout moments that have reshaped the tournament’s leaderboard. With AZM’s dominant win and notable upsets from Yuna Mizumori and Ruaka, anticipation is reaching a fever pitch as wrestlers strive for Grand Prix glory in 2025.


Key Results from Stardom 5 Star Grand Prix Night 8 – August 10, 2025

BlockMatchWinnerFinishTime
Red Stars Block BAZM vs. RianAZMDiving Foot Stomp10:46
Red Stars Block AYuna Mizumori vs. Waka TsukiyamaYuna MizumoriDeath Valley Bomb8:51
Red Stars Block AAzusa Inaba vs. Mei Seira (non-title)Azusa InabaTechnical Prowess9:38
Blue Stars Block ARuaka vs. Aya SakuraRuakaGerman Suplex6:21
Red Stars Block AHanan vs. Lady CHananBackdrop Hold8:35
Red Stars Block BTomoka Inaba vs. Sayaka KuraraTomoka InabaPinfall11:30

For full detailed results, match recaps, and tournament standings, follow coverage on WWE.com, Fightful, and renowned wrestling podcasts tracking the 2025 Stardom Grand Prix.


This article is based on official results from Stardom’s August 10, 2025 event and incorporates insights from wrestling news outlets including PWMania and 411mania.