The world of wrestling shows love to Sumie Sakai.
NJPW Battle Of The Valley was an emotional show for some fans, as Sumie Sakai competed in her final match and officially retired from the sport of professional wrestling. In her final match, Sakai teamed with House Of Torture (EVIL & SHO) to face off against Hiromu Takahashi, Mayu Iwatani, and Yuka Sakazaki.
Both before and after the match, performers from around the globe took a moment to send some love to Sakai on social media.
CM Punk message to @SumieSakai for her retirement match pic.twitter.com/QQjkpsyTm2
— Teffo (@Teffo_01) January 11, 2025
We love you @SumieSakai --
— Veda Scott (@itsvedatime) January 12, 2025
So humbled and honored that I got to commentate your retirement match. There wouldn’t be a Veda without a Sumie.
Thank you for everything. #njpw #njbitv
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THANK YOU SUMIE SAN @SumieSakai
— Stephanie Vaquer (@Steph_Vaquer) January 11, 2025
It's an honor to be your friend pic.twitter.com/M5IEpalz3d
.@SumieSakai pic.twitter.com/xtQJIqtW0W
— Bayley (@itsBayleyWWE) January 12, 2025
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— BIG Billie Starkz • ビリー・スタークス (@BillieStarkz) January 12, 2025
This makes me happy. Congrats @SumieSakai https://t.co/kLPsHfk9mT
— Anthony Bowens (@Bowens_Official) January 12, 2025
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— Jody Threat (@JodyThreat) January 12, 2025
All hail @SumieSakai https://t.co/i5cVnSSaFW
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— Amy Rose (@RumbleBunny777) January 12, 2025
I can’t wait for an unforgettable night @njpwglobal Battle in the Valley!! Let’s gooo @SumieSakai!! --#njbitv #njpw pic.twitter.com/tvioIwv0KJ
Dear @SumieSakai,
— Gabby Ortiz (@Gabbity) January 12, 2025
Thank you for everything. I wouldn’t have my career without you. You always took care of me, taught me, and made me laugh.
Happy Retirement, but please make it a true wrestling retirement and come back soon.
I love you, mucho pic.twitter.com/TjBlOpWlFx
I have so much respect and gratitude for @SumieSakai
— Will Ferrara (@WillFerrara) January 11, 2025
She has poured her heart & soul into this business, leaving a lasting impact on fans, peers, & the wrestling world as a whole.
Tonight is more than a match—it’s a celebration of everything you’ve accomplished.
Thank you -- pic.twitter.com/kurB70WZDF
Congratulations on an incredible career @SumieSakai. It’s a pleasure to know you and to have worked with you! #SumieFinal
— Christopher Daniels (@facdaniels) January 12, 2025
Best of luck @SumieSakai !
— TAIGASTYLE (@theleemoriarty) January 11, 2025
#THANKYOU @SumieSakai FOR ALL OF THE LEGENDARY MEMORIES OVER THESE YEARS! #ROH #NYWC #wSu #NJPW #wwe #aew #wcw #BattlegroundChampionshipWrestling #JerseyShoreJapan #Legend #TheTempuraBoyz #WillowNightengale #ArtifactCoffeeBaltimore #QueensNYC #ElmcoreYouthAndActivitiesCenter pic.twitter.com/FQ5G52zDN1
— Larry Legend (@blklkp) January 12, 2025
I love you @SumieSakai -- https://t.co/1OWMRToL31
— HYAN ハイアン (@_thehyan) January 12, 2025
Congrats @SumieSakai on a great career. Stoked to have been here to see your last match. pic.twitter.com/13Mx3IJ0TJ
— Lars Frederiksen (@RootsRadicals01) January 12, 2025
Thank you, @SumieSakai. You inspired a generation. --#njbitv pic.twitter.com/MyZUNC3LHp
— TrillerTV (@FiteTV) January 12, 2025
Check out Fightful's full article on Sakai's retirement match by clicking here.
Furthermore, check out our full results recap of NJPW Battle In The Valley by clicking here.
