Japan’s sensationally stylish and hard-hitting female wrestling league, Sukeban, is headed back to Miami for a massive World Championship fight coinciding with Art Basel! On December 3rd, locals and visitors will have the rare chance to watch major names compete in the showdown, known for blending professional wrestling, performance art and cutting-edge fashion.
For the main event, newly crowned champion Atomic Banshee (representing the Vandals) will defend her title against the frontwoman of the Harajuku Stars, Ichigo Sayaka. The five-match card will also feature top wrestlers like Maya Mamushi, Crush Yuu, Midnight Player and Commander Nakajima.
The spectacle will also feature special collaborations and performances, including:
- Costumes by Sukeban co-founder Olympia Le-Tan and the Championship Belt designed by industrial designer Marc Newson
- Nail art by Mei Kawajiri (Nails by Mei)
- Accessories by designer Katie Hillier
- Music by DJ ecec
- Appearances by drag icons Violet Chachki and Gottmik
Additionally, the venue is set to transform into a vibrant Japanese street fair with local North Beach vendors.
Sukeban Miami follows a stream of six straight sold-out fights in major cities like New York, Los Angeles, London and Berlin. The event takes place at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, December 3 at the Miami Beach Bandshell. You can find more information here. Though tickets appear to be sold out at the moment, you can join the waitlist and try your luck at snagging one!
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