Dake and Maroulis Shine at 2025 Final X Showdown

Dake and Maroulis delivered thrilling performances at the 2025 Final X, setting the stage for the Senior World Championships.

The Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, buzzed with anticipation as the 2025 Final X unfolded, showcasing the fierce battles that would determine the U.S. representatives for the Senior World Championships. In the spotlight, two titans of wrestling clashed: Kyle Dake, a two-time Olympic bronze medalist and four-time World champion, squared off against Zahid Valencia, the U.S. Open finals victor who recently bested Dake. This matchup in the men’s freestyle 86 kg category was not just a contest of skill but a dramatic rematch steeped in rivalry.

Meanwhile, in the women’s freestyle 57 kg category, the legendary Helen Maroulis, the most decorated U.S. women’s wrestler, faced off against Amanda Martinez, a rising star and two-time Senior Nationals champion. The stakes were high, and the atmosphere electric as these athletes vied for a coveted spot on the world stage.

Across the globe, the wrestling world was equally captivated by the NJPW x DDT event at Korakuen Hall in Tokyo. The highlight of the night was an extraordinary two-hour bout between Toru Yano and Super Sasadango Machine, which ended without an official decision, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. For more on the wrestling action, check out the Wrestling highlights and the thrilling NJPW showdown.

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