On May 17 and 18, 2008, eight tag teams will meet at the Burbank Armory for the second ever Dynamite Duumvirate Tag Team Title Tournament (DDT4), and much like the first tournament, whichever team wins the final match will be the undisputed Pro Wrestling Guerrilla World Tag Team Champions. Also like last year’s tournament, the field of competitors is diverse, being comprised teams from all over the world, and they’ve all set their sights on the Pro Wrestling Guerrilla World Tag Team Championship. Already announced for the tournament:
Los Luchas (Phoenix Star & Zokre) – Los Luchas were the first team to qualify for the tournament by winning the Round Robin Qualifier Series earlier this year, and after their impressive victory on April 5, they hope to use that momentum to win the tournament.
El Generico & “Mr. Wrestling” Kevin Steen – By virtue of winning the Pro Wrestling Guerrilla World Tag Team titles at 1.21 Gigawatts on March 21, El Generico and Kevin Steen became the second team to qualify for the tournament. Unlike last year, when the titles were vacant, Generico and Steen will have to defend the titles in each of their matches throughout DDT4 (which means the Championship could change hands a total of three times throughout the course of the tournament).
Ronin & Scorpio Sky – The third team to qualify for DDT4 came as a result of Commissioner Dino Winwood’s commitment to sportsmanship, who, after reviewing the footage from the final match of the Qualifier Series, allowed Ronin and Scorpio Sky one more opportunity to capture a spot in the tournament, which they took advantage of.
The Dynasty (Scott Lost & Joey Ryan) – Rounding out the first half of the announced teams are former Tag Team Champions “The Professional” Scott Lost and Joey Ryan, The Dynasty. Lost and Ryan view DDT4 as their chance to prove that they lost the titles due to Super Dragon’s interference, and that they are the premiere tag team in Pro Wrestling Guerrilla.
The remaining four teams all hail from varying backgrounds, but share a singular goal:
The Briscoe Bothers (Jay & Mark Briscoe) – Hoping to avenge their loss to Roderick Strong and “The Man That Gravity Forgot” PAC in the finals of last year’s DDT4, Jay and Mark Briscoe, are prepared to do whatever it takes to win the titles that always seem to elude them.
Jack Evans & Roderick Strong – After his success in the first DDT4, Roderick Strong is back to reclaim the Pro Wrestling Guerrilla World Tag Team Championship, this time with Jack Evans. While these two have been facing each other more often than teaming together as of late, both men are united by a common goal.
Kota Ibushi & KAGETORA – Both making their Pro Wrestling Guerrilla, and in one case American, debut, Kota Ibushi and KAGETORA have won over legions of fans in their short careers, and hope that their first foray into Southern California will match the success they’ve experienced thus far.
Super Dragon & Davey Richards – Arguably the biggest wild card in the tournament due to injuries and personal differences, Davey Richards and Super Dragon hope DDT4 will be a return to form for one of the most successful tag teams ever in Pro Wrestling Guerrilla.
While all eight teams have now been announced for the tournament, the first round matches and non-tournament bouts are to be announced. However, we can confirm that Pro Wrestling Guerrilla World Champion Human Tornado will be on hand to defend his title!
Tickets for DDT4 go on sale this Tuesday, April 8, at 8:00AM PDT on the DDT4 mini-site (http://www.prowrestlingguerrilla.com/DDT4) on prowrestlingguerrilla.com. Front Row tickets are $30 for each night, or can be purchased in a 2 night package for only $50. General Admission tickets are $25 for each night, or can be purchased in a 2 night package for only $40. Any remaining quantity of tickets will be available for purchase at the door on the day of each event. The Burbank Armory is located at 3800 W. Valhalla Dr., Burbank, CA, 91505. Card and participants are subject to change.
