An electrifying match is set to take place at the upcoming Ring of Honor Supercard of Honor event as Hikaru Shida is scheduled to take on the ROH Women’s World Champion, Athena. Shida, a renowned name in wrestling with multiple AEW Women’s Championships under her belt, is determined to clinch more championship glory in America.
During this week’s broadcast of Ring of Honor, Shida issued a challenge to Athena for the title match at Supercard of Honor, which the company promptly made official.
On March 14th’s ROH episode on HonorClub, Athena emerged victorious over Aisha in a “Proving Ground” match, maintaining her formidable winning streak. Afterwards, she called out the ROH women’s locker room, demanding more competition, which led to Shida stepping up and indicating her intention to wrestle for the championship with a gesture of her kendo stick..
The high-stakes title match between Athena and Shida is confirmed for the April 5th, 2024 event, promising to be one of the most significant matches in the annals of ROH women’s wrestling.
Athena vs. Shida Among Headline Matches at ROH Supercard of Honor 2024
The lineup for ROH Supercard of Honor 2024 is shaping up impressively, with this event marking the second title bout secured for the Philadelphia-based pay-per-view.
The first confirmed title match will see Eddie Kingston defend his ROH Championship against Mark Briscoe. Kingston’s impending challenge on Dynamite, where he’ll defend the AEW Continental Championship against Kazuchika Okada, might leave him with the NJPW Strong Championship as his sole title by event’s end.
Athena, in contrast, aims to prolong her dominant championship run that commenced at ROH Final Battle 2022, lasting more than 450 days. Her next title defense is scheduled against Hikaru Shida at ROH Supercard of Honor on April 5, 2024, at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, PA.
FAQ
- When is ROH Supercard of Honor 2024 taking place?
- The event is scheduled for April 5, 2024.
- Where will the ROH Supercard of Honor 2024 be held?
- It will be hosted at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, PA.
- What are the currently confirmed title matches for the event?
- As of now, Eddie Kingston vs. Mark Briscoe for the ROH Championship and Athena vs. Hikaru Shida for the ROH Women’s World Championship are confirmed.
- How many times has Hikaru Shida won the AEW Women’s Championship?
- Hikaru Shida is a three-time champion.
- How long has Athena been the ROH Women’s World Champion?
- Athena has been champion for over 450 days since winning the title at ROH Final Battle 2022.
Conclusion
The Ring of Honor’s Supercard of Honor in 2024 is setting the stage for a monumental clash as Athena prepares to defend her title against Hikaru Shida, in a match that’s anticipated to be a pinnacle event in ROH women’s wrestling history. With Eddie Kingston also defending his ROH Championship against Mark Briscoe, the event is sure to be a sensational showcase of professional wrestling talent. Fans around the world can mark April 5th on their calendars as a day not to be missed for high-stakes action in the heart of Philadelphia.