Hiroshi Tanahashi is now serving in the role as President and Representative Director of New Japan Pro Wrestling. He will also continue to be an active wrestler on the roster.
During a recent interview with Sports Illustrated, Tanahashi commented on his new role as President, wanting to find matches that excite the fans, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On his new role as President: “I am honored to be president and an active wrestler. This is a very valuable time for me since I am still an active wrestler. Being president allows me to focus on short and long-term goals for New Japan Pro-Wrestling.”
On wanting to find matches that excite the fans: “I will focus on which matches entertain and excite fans. We have exciting matches coming up, starting at Wrestle Kingdom 18 in the Tokyo Dome.”
